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Five arrested after another drug bust by Fairfield, Chester County deputies

Apr 4, 2024 1:29 PM EDT

Fairfield and Chester County deputies have arrested 5 more drug dealers in an ongoing Mitford and Great Falls areas investigation.

Where you can get glasses for the upcoming solar eclipse

Apr 3, 2024 7:15 PM EDT

If you are gearing up for Monday's partial solar eclipse, here is a list things you need to know before viewing the rare sight.

SC Rural Summit highlights needs of struggling counties

Mar 5, 2024 6:12 PM EST

Initiatives such as the Main Street Program or opportunity zones can help rural communities, but Nance says strong local leadership is necessary as well.

Fairfield Co. coroner releases name of person found dead in alley

Mar 4, 2024 2:51 PM EST

Fairfield County Coroner Chris Hill has released the name of the person who died after a hit-and-run in Winnsboro on Friday March 1.

U.S. Marshals arrest man accused of sex crimes involving children

Mar 1, 2024 10:23 PM EST

The U.S. Marshals Carolinas Regional Task Force says a Child Sexual predator is off the street tonight.

SCDOT requesting comments from public on proposed project

Mar 1, 2024 2:41 PM EST

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is requesting comments from the public about the bridge replacement project planned in Fairfield County.

Fairfield Co. deputies looking for person accused of stealing from beauty supply store

Feb 16, 2024 6:39 PM EST

Fairfield County deputies say on Tuesday, Feb. 13, someone broke into a Hannah’s Beauty Supply in the Food Lion Shopping Center around 4 a.m.

Coroner identifies individuals who died following collision in Winnsboro

Feb 12, 2024 2:32 PM EST

Fairfield County Coroner Chris Hill had identified the people who died after a vehicle collision on US-321 Bypass S. in Winnsboro, SC, said the coroner's office.

SCDOR: 10 common mistakes to avoid on your SC income tax return

Feb 7, 2024 2:39 PM EST

Now that tax season is here the South Carolina Department of Revenue is giving tips to residents so they can avoid making mistakes on their tax returns.

FCSO: Man wanted in connection with attempted murder, ill treatment to animals

Jan 26, 2024 5:21 PM EST

The search for a man considered armed and dangerous in Fairfield County continues, said the department.

Fairfield County coroner releases name of second victim of wrong way I-77 collision

Jan 12, 2024 1:44 PM EST

Fairfield County Coroner Chris Hill has released the name of the second victim involved in a wrong way accident on I-77 near mile marker 31, says the coroner's office.

Bon Appetit! South Carolina Restaurant Week underway

Jan 11, 2024 3:44 PM EST

From casual settings, to fine dining experiences, participating restaurants will feature new dishes as well as fan favorites.

E-Learning, dismissals, closings for Friday

Jan 11, 2024 12:02 PM EST

Schools in the Midlands are announcing E-Learning days and schedule changes as they prepare for the possible weather on Friday, Jan. 12.

Fairfield County deputies ask public for help with unsolved murder investigation

Jan 10, 2024 2:20 PM EST

The Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the communities help solving a homicide that has been unsolved for 3 years, says the department.

IRS to start accepting 2023 tax returns on January 29

Jan 9, 2024 2:55 PM EST

The IRS says they'll accept your tax return starting on January 29th.

E-Learning schedules & closings due to possible severe weather

Jan 9, 2024 10:46 AM EST

Due to possible severe weather for Tuesday, January 9, 2024, multiple school districts in the Midlands will be going to an eLearning day & multiple businesses will close.

Fairfield Co. coroner identifies individuals dead after separate vehicle collisions

Jan 8, 2024 1:55 PM EST

Fairfield County Coroner Chris Hill has released the names of the people involved in separate vehicle collisions on Saturday, Jan. 6, said the coroner's office.

Governor Mcmaster Announces Executive Budget

Governor McMaster unveils proposed budget for this fiscal year

Jan 5, 2024 5:44 PM EST

With lawmakers set to return to the State House next week Governor Henry McMaster released his proposed budget for this fiscal year.

South Carolina achieves second-highest industry recruitment in 2023

Jan 4, 2024 3:27 PM EST

The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) has released its 2023 industry recruitment results.

Coroner: Man dies in Winnsboro fire

Jan 2, 2024 12:40 PM EST

The Fairfield County Coroner’s Office is releasing the name of the man who died in a home fire on Saturday, say the coroner's offices.

South Carolina nuclear plant's cracked pipes get downgraded warning from nuclear officials

Jan 1, 2024 6:33 PM EST

Federal regulators have lessened the severity of their warning about cracks discovered in a backup emergency fuel line at a South Carolina nuclear plant northwest of the state capital.

SCDPS announces increase of law enforcement for New Year holiday travel

Dec 28, 2023 11:57 AM EST

Starting on December 29-January 1 motorist across South Carolina will see additional enforcement on the road, said the SC Department of Public Safety.