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Women in Philanthropy to host annual “Power of the Purse” event

Women in Philanthropy is hosting its annual “Power of the Purse” event this Thursday.

Local Living: Benedict College's Harambee Festival

Local Living: Paddle and Pint at Saluda Shoals Park, National EMS Week, Drift Jam

Local Living: Events in the Midlands to kick off your Summer!

Rcsd K9 Officer Ryder Gets A New Doghouse

Blythewood High students create doghouse for RCSD K9 officer

A Richland County deputy is in the Doghouse.

Mother, Daughter accused of exploiting vulnerable family member

Deputies say they were contacted by the Dept. of Social Services on April 8, 2024 accusing Sally Houser of taking a large sum of money from the victim who suffers from Parkinson's disease and dementia.

Gov. McMaster signs bill banning gender transition procedures for people under 18

Tuesday afternoon Governor Henry McMaster announced on "X" that he has signed the "Help Not Harm" bill into law.

Bojangles celebrates launch of 'Smart Cookie Campaign' with surprise at Columbia elementary school

Bojangles decided to celebrate the launch of its new 'Smart Cookie Campaign' by surprising students in Columbia.

Parks and Recreation opens registration for Summer activities in Orangeburg

Registration for summer activities offered by the City of Orangeburg’s Parks and Recreation Department is open, says the city.

Coroner identifies person who died in tractor-trailer vs. bicycle collision

Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the individual who died in a tractor-trailer vs. bicycle accident in the West Columbia, says the coroner's office.

SC ranked as #1 in nation for military retirees

South Carolina is the nation’s best for military retirees.

Lexington-Richland School District Five participating in Summer Food Service Program

This Summer, Lexington-Richland School District Five is participating in the Summer Food Service Program during June and July to provide nutritious food for children

OCSO: Endangered woman found safe

Orangeburg County deputies say Murph has been located and reported as safe and sound.

Lexington Police asking for public's help identifying alleged ULTA Beauty shoplifter

Officers with the Lexington Police Department are asking for the public's help identifying an alleged ULTA Beauty shoplifter, says officers.

Irmo Police officer arrested, charged with domestic violence

A spokesperson for the Irmo Police Department says Officer Brandon McLaurin was arrested Tuesday on charges of domestic violence following an altercation at his home in the New Friarsgate subdivision.

Palmetto Cash 5 Jackpot more than $1 million for Monday night drawing

South Carolina’s Palmetto Cash 5 jackpot has gone up to a record-setting $1,068,000 for Monday's drawing, according to the South Carolina Education Lottery.

Van driver charged, at fault of three-vehicle collision involving Lexington school bus, says police

A van driver has been charged in the fatal collision involving a Lexington school bus and a motorcycle that occurred Monday morning, says Lexington Police.

Leaphart Elementary students celebrate becoming authors

There are some gifted young authors in the Midlands.

Widening of I-26 begins between mile markers 125 and 136

"This road is the key to economic development in SC because it leads to the port, it's key to jobs in SC it's the key for education, it's key for rural SC so it's vitally important. The quicker we get it done the better it is," says Setzler.

Local Living: Free Summer admission at CMA, Jazz Al Fresco Concert, Iris Festival

Local Living: Events in the Midlands to enjoy!

South Carolina Travel And Tourism Week 2024

Gov. McMaster proclaim SC Travel and Tourism Week

Today Governor Henry McMaster and Tourism Industry leaders met with the media as part of National Travel and Tourism Week to highlight the impact of the tourism industry on the economy, workforce and quality of life in South Carolina.

Sumter man arrested for shooting into occupied home, say deputies

A Sumter man has been arrested after deputies say he shot into an occupied home.

The Senate filibuster is a hurdle to any national abortion bill. Democrats are campaigning on it

Sen. Tammy Baldwin, facing a tough reelection fight in one of the races that will determine control of Congress, has made protecting reproductive rights a cornerstone of her campaign, and she's willing to back that up by pledging to change the Senate filibuster rules if Democrats retain control of the chamber.