Proposed Rate Hike has Residents Boiling Mad
Fired up Carolina Water customers are seeing red. Residents came out in droves Wednesday night in hopes of getting answers to a proposed 80 percent rate hike in their current water bills.
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Veteran Firefighter Charged With Arson
38-year-old Pierre Daye has spent the last 13 years rushing to fires through out the city . Wednesday morning, he was accused of starting one.
Boil Water Advisory: Around Lake Murray Elementary
A boil advisory has been issued due to a water main break. It affects customers on Three Dog Road, Foxport Road, Stoney Point Lane, Misty Pine Lane, and Forrest Shealy. Lake Murray Elementary is also included.
Backyard Chickens?
Homeowners in Irmo are asking for an ordinance to have chickens in their backyards.
Lexington Man Bitten By Bull Shark
A Lexington man has been hospitalized after being bitten by a bull shark 13 miles off Beaufort Inlet.
Food Lion Beating Victim's Family Speaks Out
A woman accused of beating another woman over the head with a canned good was denied bond Wednesday. Meanwhile, the victim's family is speaking out.
Local Animal Shelter Working To End Dog Fighting
Dog fighting is a crime in South Carolina, that the Human Society says sometimes, goes on without anyone knowing. While there isn't a number on how many dogs are affected by the crime each year, there is one dog who stole the hearts of thousands throughout the Midlands after he was allegedly used as a bait dog for dog fighting, and his name is Cowboy.
WWII Bombs Discovered in Neighborhood
Residents who live in The Summit in Northeast Richland County are breathing a sigh of relief, after authorities discover two bombs and destroy them.
Lexington County Deputies Roll Up Sleeves For Community
The American Red Cross has declared a nationwide, critical need for all blood types. Tuesday, the Lexington County Sheriff's Office rolled up their sleeves to help.
Sheriff's Department Hosts Blood Drive
Deputies in Lexington County are rolling up their sleeves this week to help the American Red Cross by donating blood. Sheriff James Metts says member of the public are also welcome to participate in the blood drive Tuesday at the sheriff's department in Lexington.
Community Calls For Tree Trimming Negotiations
Community members and leaders call for negotiations on tree trimming in their neighborhoods. SCE&G Responds.
Man kills woman, then himself in Richland County
Richland County sheriff's deputies say a man has killed the mother of his child, then turned the gun on himself.
Surviving Sibling of Deadly Crash 'Critical'
Officials with Palmetto Health Richland say the condition of a teenager involved in a fatal collision has gone from serious to critical.
Public Bus Budget Woes Continue
Local officials scramble to identify a permanent funding source for ailing public transit system.
Support Pouring In For Dog Named "Cowboy"
His teeth were broken off and sawed down after he was believed to be used as a bait dog. Now, the dog known as Cowboy, has captured the hearts of many throughout the Midlands.
Dogs Teeth Sawed Off After Being Used As A Bait Dog
A Gaston woman looking for her own lost pet, found another lying on the side of the road, severely traumatized. She named him Cowboy, because she says he was just lying there all alone, like a lone cowboy.
Opponents Protest Voter ID Law
Opponents of the Voter ID Law gathered at the Statehouse Friday to protest what they say is an unfair law.
Increased Patrols On Land And Water For Holiday
As of Monday, three people have died over the July 4th weekend, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol. But, officials are working hard on both land and water to prevent any more fatalities.
House Fire in Lexington Co.
Lexington County firefighters are working to determine what started a fire at a home Monday morning.
Fourth of July Events
There are several events for you to chose from if you want to see some fireworks Monday evening.
Bachmann Visits Midlands
Republican presidential candidate Michele Bachmann says the country cannot afford four more years of the Obama administration's costly policies.
Lexington Man Found Dead
Deputies in Lexington are investigating a weekend murder.
Africa's First Female Pres. Visits Columbia
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Benedict College is hosting a fundraising dinner and benefit in honor of the first woman to be elected president of an African nation.
Going Bald For Bella
A local 8 year old is raising money for Children with cancer and he's asking for your help.
22 Year Old Dies in Fatal Accident
A 22 year old West Columbia man has died after being struck by a car Thursday night on Augusta Highway.
