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Sumter organization asking community for help restock food pantry

Sumter United Ministries: Rebuilding Lives is asking the community for help as their food pantry is getting low.

SCDOT to permanently close I-26 westbound off-ramp to Bush River Road

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) will permanently close the westbound I-26 off-ramp to Bush River Road.

Governor Henry McMaster declares state of emergency due to flash flooding

Governor Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency on Thursday, Nov. 7, due to the flash flooding in Orangeburg County.

South Carolina sets new voting record during 2024 election

More than 2.5 million voters turned out to cast a ballot during the 2024 election which broke the previous record for total ballots casted that was set in 2020.

Orangeburg County deputies searching for Cordova woman reported as missing

Deputies are searching for a Cordova woman reported as missing after a trip into Orangeburg, said Orangeburg County Sheriff Leroy Ravenell.

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Greenville deputies warn residents of ongoing scam

The Greenville County Sheriff's Office says Thursday they received several reports of a scam that's making it's way around the area.

Sen. Fanning concedes SC Senate District 17 race to Republican Everett Stubbs

Incumbent Sen. Mike Fanning of District 17 conceded to his Republican opponent Everett Stubbs following hearings over the close race.

Lexington Police ask drivers to 'be respectful' of other drivers after working 2 collisions on same road Thursday

Lexington Police ask drivers to take it easy on the road after working two separate car accidents along the same road Thursday evening.

Bishopville Police: Missing 72-year-old found

Bishopville Police is requesting the public's help finding a missing 72-year-old, say police.

From "amazing" and "happy" to "afraid" and "doomed," voters share raw feelings on Election Day outcome

ABC Columbia's Lee Williams spoke with a number of voters about their feelings on Tuesday's outcome and their thoughts on a 2nd Trump term.

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Orangeburg County schools closed on Friday due to road closures

Orangeburg County School District announced that schools will be closed on Friday due to conditions around the county.

Richland County man sentenced to prison for having child sexual abuse material

A Richland County man has plead guilty to 3 counts of sexual exploitation of a minor, third degree, said the AG's Office.

Drought conditions return to South Carolina after record-dry October

Drought conditions have returned to South Carolina after a record-dry October.

South Carolina voters approve constitutional change to specify only citizens can vote

Voters across South Carolina overwhelmingly supported a measure to change the state constitution that may influence how people vote in future elections.

Richland County coroner releases name of man found after Irmo shooting

The Richland County coroner has released the name of the man whose body was found after a shooting in Irmo on Wednesday, said the coroner's office.

Columbia Police requesting public's help finding 32-year-old man last seen on Blossom Street

The Columbia PD's Special Victims Unit (SVU) is asking for the public's help finding a 32-year-old man last seen on Blossom Street, say police.

LIST: Roads closed in Orangeburg County as the area experiences flash flooding

There are several roads in Orangeburg County experiencing closures as the central and western parts of the county experience flash flooding.

UPDATE: Orangeburg Co. School District closed today due to weather

Orangeburg County School District has announced they will be closed today due to heavy rain & challenging road conditions.

Flooding cleared on I-26 West at Exit 139

SC Department of Transportation says the flooded roadways on I-26 West at Exit 139/Burke Road have been cleared.

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FEMA to canvass Lexington Co. neighborhoods impacted by Helene

FEMA plans to canvass Lexington County homes damaged by hurricane Helene Thursday

Update: RCSD says dispute between neighbors turns deadly in Irmo neighborhood

RCSD says an argument between neighbors turns deadly in one Irmo neighborhood.

SC Governor nominates SCDHHS chair

Inside the State House on Wednesday, Nov. 6, Governor Henry McMaster nominated Eunice Medina as the new director of the Department of Health and Human Services.