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ON THE ROAD: Bishopville boasts museums and more hidden gems
Surprises are plenty in Bishopville, from Pearl Fryer’s Topiary Gardens to the unique shops downtown.
Lee County Sheriff's Office mourns the loss of a K9 officer
A Midlands law enforcement agency is mourning the loss of one of its K9 officers.
Motorcyclist killed in collision on US-76 in Lee County
Highway Patrol says one motorcyclist is dead after a collision on Sunday on US-76 in Lee County.
Forestry Commission lifts remaining Red Flag Fire Alert for the rest of the state
The South Carolina Forestry Commission lifted the state's remaining Red Flag Fire Alert in 14 counties.
SCDOC: Inmate dies at Lee Correctional Institution
According to the South Carolina Department of Corrections, an inmate at Lee Correctional Institution was found dead in his cell Saturday.
SCDOC: 20 arrested through investigation into drones carrying contraband into Lee Correctional Institution
According to the South Carolina Department of Corrections, 20 individuals have been arrested in connection with an eight month long investigation into drones carrying contraband over prison fences at Lee Correctional Institution
More Midlands school districts move to virtual learning
More Midlands school districts are making plans to go virtual due to the potential for winter weather.
Lee County deputies looking for man accused of stealing a car at a liquor store in Bishopville
The Lee County Sheriff's Office needs your help finding the man accused of stealing a car on Sumter Highway in Bishopville last night.
1 inmate dead, 3 injured in South Carolina prison fight
South Carolina corrections officials say an inmate has died after being stabbed in a fight with other prisoners.
SC Governor proposes infrastructure spending to help rural areas
“Water and sewer capacity is a critical factor when a business is deciding where to locate and make a significant investment. This leaves most rural counties with no real opportunity," said Gov. Henry McMaster.
Prisma Health Tuomey announces $15 million expansion of Emergency Department
Today, Prisma Health Tuomey announced a more than $15 million expansion of its Emergency Department.
Suspect in custody after chase leads law enforcement from Lee County to Kershaw County
The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office says they were involved in a vehicle pursuit on I-20 that came from Lee County.
Rembert man charged with murder at gas station on Sumter Highway in Lee County
The Lee County Sheriff's Office says a man is in custody, accused of a fatal shooting at a gas station on Sumter Highway.
Lee County deputies searching for missing 22-year-old last seen in July
The Lee County Sheriff's Office says they are looking for a missing woman who was last seen by her family last month.
Calhoun, Clarendon, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lee, Lexington, Local News, Newberry, Orangeburg, Richland, Sumter
Local Living: Orangeburg DPS National Night Out tomorrow, Midlands kids heading back to school and more!
Local Living: Orangeburg DPS National Night Out tomorrow, Midlands kids heading back to school and more!
Southern Current investing $38.8 million into expanding operations in Lee County
According to the Office of the Governor, Southern Current plans to expand its operations in Lee County.
VACCINE HESITANCY: Why are the numbers so low in Midlands counties?
In Richland County, the vaccination rate is slightly above the state average. However, in a few Midlands counties, the rates are well below that average.
Calhoun, Clarendon, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lee, Lexington, Local News, Newberry, Orangeburg, Richland, Sumter
Students in the Midlands head back to school this month
Midlands students begin heading back to school this month.
SCDNR: Two arrested in Lee County after agents find deer and hundreds of squirrels among other animals kept in mobile home
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources says two individuals were arrested in Lee County after several deer, hundreds of squirrels and other animals were found kept in crowded conditions in a mobile home.
Initial deal struck to end South Carolina prison riot suits
South Carolina prison officials say they've reached the initial approval phase of a $6 million settlement to resolve dozens of lawsuits the Department of Corrections is facing following a deadly prison riot that killed seven inmates in 2018.
Calhoun, Clarendon, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lee, Lexington, Local News, Newberry, Orangeburg, Richland, Sumter
High school graduations in the Midlands taking place this month
High school graduations are underway in the Midlands, and we have a list of graduation dates for school districts throughout the Midlands.
