UPDATE: Suspect accused of stealing Walmart items identified
The Lexington Police Department says a suspect accused of stealing Walmart merchandise valued at over $1,300 on June 22 has been identified.
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Lexington County Sheriff's Department hosting Blood Drive
Lexington Co. Sheriff's Department is asking the public to attend their blood drive on July 19.
Lexington restaurant owner convicted of killing wife's lover dies days into prison term
Department of Corrections says Greg Leon Leon was found unresponsive in his cell at Kirkland shortly after lunch Friday. The death is being investigated as suspected suicide.
River Bluff H.S. Principal, family return after near fatal accident in Hawaii
The family of a River Bluff High School Principal is back on the east coast after surviving a near fatal accident in Hawaii.
Police seek alleged 7-Eleven shoplifter
Lexington Police are seeking an alleged 7-Eleven store shoplifter.
Crisis management exercise to be held at River Bluff H.S.
Lexington School District One along with various law enforcement agencies will hold a crisis management exercise at River Bluff High School Tuesday.
Lexington Police arrest a man for impersonating a police officer
The Lexington Police Department has arrested Brian Carlson, who's charged with impersonating a police officer.
Greg Leon convicted, sentenced to 30 years for killing wife's lover
Greg Leon, a convicted Midlands restaurant operator was found guilty of murder and was sentenced to 30 years in prison Thursday in Lexington.
President Joe Biden touts economic plan during Palmetto State visit
Speaking at Flex’s West Columbia plant, President Joe Biden applauded recent investment into infrastructure across the nation, including right here in the Midlands.
President Biden set to make first Palmetto State stop of the year in the Midlands
The president is set to arrive tomorrow to speak at a West Columbia plant.
Lexington County Peach Festival marches through Gilbert
The event has been going on for many decades and saw a large turnout again this year
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Happy Fourth of July from ABC Columbia!
ABC Columbia News wishes you and your family a safe and happy Independence Day!
CAE experiences pre-pandemic holiday crowds, few delays
Columbia Metropolitan Airport reports more than 12,000 passengers traveled CAE during the weekend and the airport anticipates another 5,000 passengers over the next couple days.
Here's a look at 4th of July events happening in the Midlands
The Fourth of July is right around the corner and if you are looking for some place to celebrate our nation's independence, ABC Columbia News has you covered.
Local Principal, family in ICU after head on collision
About 100 people attended a prayer vigil for River Bluff High School principal Jacob Smith and his family, who were in a car crash in Hawaii.
Town of Irmo plans for new city hall after receiving $500,000 state grant
“The town hall, it is what it is, a house where we’re using every bit of space in here," said Mayor Barry Walker.
Duo pleads guilty in drug conspiracy accused of guns, drug charges
Two people from Lexington County have pleaded guilty in connection with selling guns and drugs to confidential informants and undercover agents in the Summer of 2021.
SCDOT is working to repair portion of damaged Lake Murray walkway
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is working along with Dominion Energy to repair a walkway over the Lake Murray dam that has been damaged.
Lanes reopen after I-20 crash
It happened near exit 65 on I-20 east.
Deputies: man shot in reported road rage incident
Investigators say the man claimed to have been involved in a road rage incident near the intersection of Two Notch Rd. and South Lake Dr. prior to the shooting.
SCDOT crews working flooded roadway in Batesburg Leesville
According to the SC DOT, after a road closure due to flooding overnight, crews continue to work on Highway 1 in Leesville, to clean and reopen the roadway
Man wanted for questioning for an armed robbery in Lexington Co.
Lexington County Sheriff's Department says they are searching for a man to question him about an armed robbery.
Find 4th of July events happening here in the Midlands
The Fourth of July is right around the corner and if you are looking for some place to celebrate our nation's independence, ABC Columbia News has you covered.
SC agencies plan increased enforcement efforts during 4th of July holiday week
The holiday also falls in the middle of what troopers call the ‘100 Deadly Days of Summer’, a period that runs from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
