Lexington News
Prisma Health forensic nurse team receives SAFE designation
The Prisma health forensic nurse team received its S.A.F.E. designation today. S.A.F.E., or Sexual Assault Forensic Excellence, is awarded to a South Carolina hospital or agency that completes sexual assault victim care training provided by the South Carolina Victim Assistance Network. The training includes evidence preservation and trauma informed care.
SCDOT: Traffic cleared after tractor trailer overturned at I-126 flyover
South Carolina Department of Transportation says roads are clearing after a tractor trailer overturned on I-126.
Midlands residents hang out with law enforcement at National Night Out events
“We have to work together to make sure we keep our communities safe. We’re just one part of it," Sheriff Lott said.
Law Enforcement agencies celebrate 'National Night Out'
Annual National Night Out celebrations return to the Midlands
Former Irmo Police Chief passes away
The town of Irmo is honoring one of their former police chiefs. Police say retired Chief David Graham recently died.
Lexington PD searches for woman accused of felony shoplifting
The Lexington Police Department is looking for a Pelion woman accused in multiple shoplifting cases spanning two states.
Local Living: SC State Museum deals and Miracle League Baseball!
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S.C. Attorney General office arrests 3 accused of sexual exploitation of minors
Three men have been arrested in unrelated cases the Internet Crimes Task Force says are connected to the sexual exploitation of minors.
ON THE ROAD: Midlands state park offers fun recreation on and off Lake Murray
The summer is a popular time for South Carolina’s 47 state parks, especially Dreher Island.
Deputies arrest suspect accused in string of armed robberies
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department announced the arrest of a man in connection with a string of armed robberies in the area.
FUTURE OF THE PALMETTO STATE: Gov. McMaster announces multimillion dollar investment into technical college program
Coupled with $39 million allocated by the General Assembly in this year’s state budget, the program expects to train or retrain approximately 40,000 South Carolinians.
Local Living : K9-5K Run, Chris Lane, Back to School Bash, Fun Day
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FENTANYL CRISIS: Columbia officials warn of deadly opioid, advise on how to combat overdoses
Fentanyl is prescribed in anesthesia or pain management but in much lower doses than the fentanyl-laced pills on the streets.
UPDATE: Highway clear after tractor trailer overturns along I-20
A portion of the West bound lanes of Interstate 20 were blocked after a tractor trailer overturned causing traffic delays
