City of Columbia to kick-off “Sistercare Saturdays” in August
The City of Columbia’s Public Relations, Media and Marketing Department is hosting the first of two fundraising events for Sistercare.
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Outbuilding total loss after Saluda County fire
On Sunday afternoon, Saluda County firefighters controlled an outbuilding fire, according to the fire service.
Cooling station opens in Newberry County to help beat the heat
People in Newberry County trying to beat the heat now have a place to go, according to officials.
City of Columbia to close North End of Riverfront Park
City of Columbia's Parks and Recreation Department will close the north end of Riverfront Park, said officials.
Law enforcement agencies around the Midlands helping community's beat the heat
As the warm and sunny Summers are coming up in the Midlands, law enforcement agencies are finding ways to help people beat the heat.
Project 2025 author Paul Dans will challenge Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham in South Carolina
A chief architect of Project 2025, Paul Dans, is launching a Republican primary challenge to Sen. Lindsey Graham in South Carolina, joining a crowded field that will test the loyalties of President Donald Trump and his MAGA movement in next year's midterm election.
Midlands man sentenced for sexual abuse of minors
Officials say Trevor Oty, 22, pleaded guilty to two counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct in the Second Degree, one count of Sexual Exploitation of a Minor in the First Degree, and one count of Criminal Solicitation of a Minor in the First Degree, on Thursday, July 10, 2025 in Lexington County General Sessions Court.
Sumter man arrested for assaulting woman with baseball bat, shooting her
A Sumter man was arrested and charged with attempted murder Saturday night after allegedly assaulting a woman with a baseball bat and shooting her during a dispute.
Rep. Ralph Norman kicks off campaign for governor, picks up endorsements from Haley, DeMint
U.S. Representative Ralph Norman is being endorsed by both former Governor and U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley and former U.S. Senator Jim DeMint.
13th Annual Backpack Giveaway at select Verizon stores on Sunday
This weekend one company hopes to help ease some of the financial burden associated with back-to-school shopping.
Heat safety tips
When the temperatures get this high, safety must be at the forefront.
City of Columbia extending misting stations hours
With temperatures expected to reach in to the triple digits this weekend the City of Columbia will extend the hours of its misting stations.
Visitation held for 12-year-old boy who died after contracting brain-eating Amoeba
A visitation was held this afternoon (Friday, July 25) for Jaysen Carr, the 12-year-old boy who died after contracting a brain-eating Amoeba in Lake Murray.
Midlands man accused of impersonating SLED officer
According to an incident report, on July 9th David Stuckey of Lexington called the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and claimed to be an undercover SLED agent and said he had tracked a suspect who was stealing boats from South Carolina to Florida.
SCDOT to close bridge in Sumter County for maintenance
South Carolina Department of Transportation says the Eastern School Road bridge over Alligator Branch in Sumter County will be closed for maintenance.
RCSD makes arrest in hate crime case
Richland County Sheriff's Department says someone has been arrested in connection with a hate crime case.
RCSD investigator bitten after attempting to serve search warrant
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott says an RCSD investigator has been bitten by a dog while trying to serve a warrant for animal cruelty.
Midlands man gives to church after Powerball win
A Midlands man gave to a local church after becoming a Powerball winner, say lottery officials.
SCDOT to close parts of Clemson Road in Richland County for nighttime road work
South Carolina Department of Transportation will close and detour parts of Clemson Road in Richland County for nighttime road work, said SCDOT.
SCDOT to conduct temporary lane closures on I-20 Eastbound bridge over the Wateree River
SCDOT will conduct continuous left lane closures on the I-20 Eastbound bridge over the Wateree River in Kershaw County, said officials.
Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office warns people about phone call scam
Orangeburg County deputies say that the voice of a man claiming to be Sergeant Harter with the sheriff's office is calling.
Local Living: Brew at the Zoo, Toucan Tuesdays, Back-to-School Bashes
Local Living: Events in the Midlands to enjoy!
13-year-old arrested in connection with a series of auto entries, says sheriff
Newberry County Sheriff Lee Foster says a 13-year-old has been arrest in connection with a series of unlawful auto entries.
New "3RVRS" branding unveiled for regional riverfronts
Unveiled at the Saluda Riverwalk Thursday afternoon by The Midlands Business Leadership Group and The River Alliance, Price says the "3RVRS" logos are meant to bring a sense of identity and a shared story to our river system.
Kershaw County Coroner ID's victim of motor vehicle incident
Kershaw County Coroner's Office says Coroner David West has identified the victim of a motor vehicle incident that happened on Wednesday.
