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Bishopville Police need public's help finding man wanted on several charges
Bishopville Police Department need your help finding a man wanted on several charges, said officers.
Midlands school districts prepare to return to school on modified calendar
โEven our students appreciate completing their semester exams before they leave for Christmas break," said Dr. Avery. "That way they can enjoy their Christmas break and come back refocused.โ
Baby dies after shooting incident in Lee County, 2 arrested in connection
The Lee County Sheriff's Office has arrested two people in connection with multiple shooting incidents in Lee County, says the sheriff's office.
Free Summer meals available for kids in South Carolina
Free meals are available for kids this Summer in the Palmetto State, says the Department of Education.
South Carolina Primary results
Unofficial results from the 2024 South Carolina Primaries
Lee County woman charged after causing bodily injury to victim, says SLED
A Lee County woman is being charged after SLED says she caused great bodily injury to a victim.
Traffic Alert: SC 527 reopens after collision in Lee County
SC Highway Patrol Trooper William Bennett says the roadway is back open.
Woman, 9-month-old baby shot during drive-by, say Lee County deputies
A woman and a 9-month-old baby has been shot in a drive-by on Thursday night, say Lee County deputies.
Bishopville lottery winner: โI was jumping up and downโ
A Bishopville lottery player is taking some time off to travel after winningย $300,000, says SC Lottery officials.
Support a nonprofit on Midlands Gives Day
The Central Carolina Community Foundationโs 10th annual โMidlands Givesโ starts on Tuesday morning at 6 a.m.
Man found dead in cell at Lee Correctional Institution
A Lee Correctional inmate who murdered his pregnant fiancee was found dead in his cell Tuesday.
1 injured after shooting at Bishopville apartment complex
One person is injured after an apartment complex shooting on Sunday night, said officers.
Lee County firefighters respond to overnight laundromat fire in Bishopville
The Lee County Fire Department was alerted by the Lee County Central Communications to a commercial fire alarm activation at Crown Laundry around 2:30 a.m.ย
Downed electrical line causes house fire, say firefighters
A Bishopville home caught on fire after a falling tree caused an electrical line to fall down, say firefighters.
Lee County Correctional Riot inmate to go on trial
One of the inmates involved in the deadly Lee County Correctional Riot is about to go on trial.
Man arrested after โpractical jokeโ at Lee County bank, say deputies
Lee County deputies say they received a call of a possible bank robbery at a credit union that turned out to be 'practical joke'.
Lee County deputies investigating after reports of shots fired at laundry service, reward offered
The Lee County Sheriff's Office is investigating after responding to a shots fired call at Crown Health Care Laundry Service located in Bishopville, said the sheriff's office.
SCDOR: 10 common mistakes to avoid on your SC income tax return
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.
Bon Appetit! South Carolina Restaurant Week underway
From casual settings, to fine dining experiences, participating restaurants will feature new dishes as well as fan favorites.
E-Learning, dismissals, closings for Friday
Schools in the Midlands are announcing E-Learning days and schedule changes as they prepare for the possible weather on Friday, Jan. 12.
IRS to start accepting 2023 tax returns on January 29
The IRS says they'll accept your tax return starting on January 29th.
E-Learning schedules & closings due to possible severe weather
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.
Governor McMaster unveils proposed budget for this fiscal year
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
The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) has released its 2023 industry recruitment results.