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Orangeburg County firefighters extinguish morning house fire

Monday morning, Orangeburg County firefighters were dispatched to a home fire, says the Fire District.

Prisma patient celebrates 100th birthday after surviving stroke

In June, when seconds counted, the Prisma Health Richland Stroke team was there for their 99-year-old patient, Hazel Presnell, who suffered a stroke. The team administered fast treatment and a clot-busting drug, putting her on the road to recovery.

CRFD: Firefighters put out early morning apartment building fire

Columbia-Richland Firefighters responded to an early morning apartment building fire, says CRFD.

LCSD: Batesburg man charged in drug case

A Batesburg man is accused of manufacturing crack and meth after Lexington County narcotics agents found drug-making supplies and substances on his property, say Lexington County deputies.

Columbia man charged in his mother’s death, say deputies

A Columbia man is charged with murder after investigators say he is accused of killing his mother last December.

Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office installs Safe Exchange Zone in the community

Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office has designated several parking spaces at the Ellis Avenue location as a Safe Exchange Zone.

Columbia Police enforcing false alarm ordinance

In an effort to reduce the number of false alarm calls generated by residential and business security alarm systems, a new ‘excessive false alarm’ ordinance is now being enforced, says Columbia Police.

"More than just a dog" -- Deputies with RCSD hold funeral service for K-9 Wick

"He was always ready. We had a very short run, but I felt like the day before he passed, he was right where I wanted him to be. At that point he was just awesome, and I knew anytime I opened up that kennel, anytime I opened up that door, he was ready to work. And I'm gonna miss that," says Abdullah.

SCDOT announces detour for Colonial Life Boulevard/I-126 Interchange

Starting this evening, the South Carolina Department of Transportation will conduct a temporary overnight closure of the existing I-126 ramps at Colonial Life Boulevard, says SCDOT.

Winnsboro man sentenced to prison for possession of a firearm

A Winnsboro man was sentenced to more than three years in prison after pleading guilty to possession of a firearm by a felon, says the DOJ.

Firework Ordinances in the Midlands

There are certain ordinances to follow if you’re setting off fireworks on the 4th.

Local Living: Benedict College's Harambee Festival

Local Living: Town of Blythewood's Rockin’ Red, White and Blue Celebration

Police departments helping community beat the heat

The Newberry Police Department is helping residents in the community beat the heat with their 'Circulating the City' program.

Drivers rejoice: Lowest Independence Day gas prices since 2021, survey reveals

According to GasBuddy’s annual summer travel survey, 45% of Americans plan to head out on the road over Independence Day weekend.

City partners with Sistercare for second annual toiletry drive

The City of Columbia is collaborating with nonprofit organization Sistercare for the second annual toiletry drive, say city officials.

RCSD: Man arrested in connection with chase that killed K9 officer

A man who investigators believe was involved in the chase that killed K9 Officer Wick has been arrested, said RCSD.

Sumter Co. deputies arrest two teenagers accused to stealing cars

The Sumter County Sheriff's Office arrested two teenagers accused of stealing cars on Monday afternoon, say deputies.

RCSD receives new C.A.T. team cars

The Richland County Sheriff’s Department has some new wheels.

"Don't make poor decisions" -- SCHP and SCDNR stress sober driving during 4th of July holiday

"As DNR patrols our waterways, we're gonna be patrolling the highways around these waterways. So if you go out and have a good time on the lake, make sure you have a safe ride home. Because I can promise you we're gonna be out in full force, and if you make that poor decision we're gonna put you in jail," Jones says.