Participate in this year’s virtual New Year’s Eve at Times Square celebration through their new app
The New Year’s Eve Times Square celebration is going virtual this year, with an app to help.
Author: Mike Olson
Sumter Co. inmate under investigation after starting a fire in his cell on Monday
Deputies says an inmate at the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office Detention Center is under investigation after he set started a fire with a lighter in his cell on Monday night.
Human remains discovered by S. Beltline Boulevard
The Columbia Police Department says human remains were discovered by a citizen in a wooded area on the 700 block of South Beltline Boulevard.
Governor, first lady both reportedly feeling great as they recover from COVID-19 diagnosis
Governor Henry McMaster and First Lady Peggy McMaster continue to recover from COVID-19. A spokesperson for the governor’s office says the couple has spent most of the holidays in isolation.
Sumter County deputies searching for missing man
Deputies with the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office say they are searching for 18-year-old Jackson Garcia, who was reported missing.
Don’t know what to do with your Christmas tree? DNR suggests giving it back to nature
If you’re looking for a way to get rid of your Christmas tree, the Department of Natural Resources has a solution.
Survey shows gift cards were one of the most popular Christmas gifts this year
According to the National Retail Federation’s annual holiday survey, one of the most popular Christmas gifts this year was gift cards.
Midlands residents are invited to recycle their Christmas trees at the Grinding of the Greens
Residents in Lexington and Richland Counties can recycle their Chritsmas trees at the Grinding of the Greens, provided by Keep the Midlands Beautiful.
Ring in 2021 with the Famously Hot New Year virtual celebration
Get ready to bring in 2021 safely with the Famously Hot New Year virtual celebration.
Report shows holiday retail sales are up this year, largely fueled by online shopping
According to a report from Mastercard SpendingPulse, holiday retail sales are about 3% higher this year compared to last year. Online spending is up 49%, and the pandemic appears to be boosting sales of furniture and home improvement items.
