USC professor, author finalist for Pen/Faulkner Award
A local author and USC English professor is now a finalist for America’s highest prize for fiction, the Pen/Faulkner Award.
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RCSD: Police presence in the Rosewood/South Kilbourne neighborhood
The Richland Co. Sheriff’s Department says there was a police presence in the Rosewood/South Kilbourne neighborhood but the area is safe.
CPD releases street closures for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations
As people get their green in gear, the Columbia Police Department is clearing a path for all of the upcoming events slated to take place during the 41st annual St. Pat’s in Five Points Festival.
Latest SC Alzheimer’s Disease Registry Report provides county-specific insight as search for cure continues
“Why is there a concentration of dementia diagnosis here? Do we have a primary care provider who’s really great at recognizing the signs and symptoms of dementia? Do we have a church or community center that’s really helpful at getting caregivers to get their loved one to a primary care provider? Or is something else happening? Can researchers go in and look at environmental, genetic, lifestyle factors, is there comorbidities like high blood pressure or diabetes that are contributing to it. It allows us to go in and look at special populations,” says Wilson.
Residents of The Hollows trying to start life over after weekend fire
The fire department estimates that the flames caused almost $800,000 worth of damage. Several residents have been staying at hotels for the past few days.
Governor McMaster proclaims March is Red Cross Month
On Wednesday, March 13, Governor Henry McMaster proclaimed March as Red Cross Month in the Palmetto State.
Local Living: World of a Snow White, Concert in the Gardens, Columbia’s summer camps
Local Living: Here is some events in the Midlands to enjoy!
Experience Columbia announces relaunch of Sally Salamander Walking Tour
The Salamander Tour is coming back to Downtown Columbia.
Investigation complete into Richland Co. Deputy’s death
Richland Co. Sheriff Leon Lott says the Highway Patrol has completed its investigation into the collision that resulted in the death of Deputy Jacob Salrin.
South Carolina Senate to weigh House-approved $13.2 billion budget
South Carolina’s $13.2 billion budget made it through the House largely unchanged as Republican leaders reigned in efforts to shift spending priorities to other places.
