ONE WEEK TO GO: SC lawmakers rush to submit last minute legislation
The Senate has been reluctant to take up an energy bill which has resulted in a reaction from the House.
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5-year-old therapy horse named Muffin becomes newest member of Cayce Fire Department
Muffin is a five-year-old miniature horse. She's now South Carolina's first ever therapy horse to help firefighters save lives. But don't worry, muffin won't be putting out any fires. According to Lindsay McDade, Muffin's handler, she'll be sparking connection, conversation, and hope with individuals around the community during drug prevention efforts.
SC Senate passes bill to exempt taxes on feminine hygiene products
On Tuesday, April 30, the South Carolina Senate passed legislation exempting feminine care products from taxation.
Local Living: Rosewood Crawfish Festival, Art on State, Riverbanks Run
Local Living: Take a look at events in the Midlands to enjoy!
What defines a heartbeat? Judge hears arguments in South Carolina abortion case
South Carolina's ban on abortions after roughly six weeks, before many women know they are pregnant, returned to court Thursday with Planned Parenthood and the state arguing over what could be two different ways to define a heartbeat in the law.
Army: Fort Jackson trainee dies after being taken to hospital
A 39-year-old Fort Jackson basic combat training trainee died after becoming unresponsive on Monday, says the Army.
1 killed after shooting at post-prom party in Orangeburg County, say deputies
One teen has been killed following a shooting early Saturday morning at a post-prom party in Orangeburg, says OCSO.
RCSD: Woman last seen at her home found safe
Richland County deputies say Melton has been safely located.
Columbia's Solid Waste Division offering expedited trash collection services
The city's Solid Waste Division is building off last year's success and expediting trash collection again this year for move outs, says officials.
Planned Parenthood argues over SC fetal heartbeat ban
Officials with Planned Parenthood made arguments at the Richland County Courthouse over South Carolina’s fetal heartbeat abortion ban that went into effect last summer.
Columbia Office of Violent Crime Prevention partners with community organization to highlight Mental Health Awareness Month
The City of Columbia's Office of Violent Crime Prevention and Girl Get Up Society is hosting a community event to shine a light on Mental Health Awareness Month.
Longtime Columbia-Richland Fire Chief honored for 45 years of service
Longtime Columbia-Richland Fire Chief Aubrey Jenkins was honored for his 45 years of service at the State House on Wednesday.
City of Columbia Touch-A-Truck event this Saturday
Join the City of Columbia's Public Works Department at the Soda City Market this Saturday for their 2nd Touch-A-Truck event!
Coroner identifies person dead after Wednesday night shooting
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says deputies responded to a shooting in the 100 block of Cottage Court.
S.C. Senate debates transgender ban proposal
The South Carolina Senate spent an hour debating a proposed bill that would ban minors from being able to get gender affirming procedures, before adjourning Wednesday night.
Kershaw Co. Fire Services is investigating cause of business fire
The Kershaw County Fire Services continues search for the cause of an afternoon business fire
Drivers asked to find alternative routes due to car accident, says Richland Co. deputies
Richland County deputies are asking drivers in parts of the Two Notch Road area to find alternative routes due to a car accident has closed parts of the area.
Senior Day celebrates South Carolina seniors at S.C. Fairgrounds
The South Carolina Department of Aging held it’s annual Senior Day event early Wednesday at the SC State Fairgrounds.
Lexington School District Two debuts new Performing Arts Center with 1,500-seat theatre
After taking in the entrance to the 103,000 square-foot-facility, guests enter into the new 1,500 seat theatre -- complete with a full orchestra pit, manual rigging, overhead catwalks, four dressing rooms, a green room, and catering kitchen.
Fairfield County Clerk of Court Office to close due to renovations
Fairfield County Public Information Office says the Clerk of Court Office at the Fairfield County Courthouse will be closed for three days.
Local Living: Big Tent Revival
Local Living: Big Tent Revival
Dominion Energy expanding assistance program for small businesses
Dominion Energy has expanded the eligibility and increased the award amount in its EnergyShare for Small Businesses program.
Newberry residents warned about someone calling, claiming to be sheriff
Newberry residents are being warned about a scam going around, say officials.
DHEC encourages Hepatitis C testing during Hepatitis Awareness Month
Officials with the Department of Health and Environmental Control say they are encouraging residents to get tested for Hepatitis-C.
Governor McMaster declares May as Hurricane Preparedness Month
Governor Henry McMaster has declared May as Hurricane Preparedness Month.
