Gas leak contained after accident on SC 121
Deputies say it happened Wednesday morning on SC 121.
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Women in Philanthropy to host annual 'Power of the Purse'
Women in Philanthropy is hosting its annual event Power of the Purse this Thursday.
Sumter Police investigate shootout killing innocent bystander
Sumter police are investigating a shootout they say claimed the life of an innocent driver caught in the crossfire
Irmo man sentenced to 11 years in prison for fentanyl distribution, gun violations
An Irmo man was sentenced to 11 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to distributing fentanyl and for two convictions of felon in possession of a firearm.
Lane closure scheduled for I-20, says Kershaw Co. Fire Service
A lane closure on I-20 in Kershaw County is scheduled for Wednesday, May 22, says the Kershaw County Fire Service.
Firefighters, EMS work together to free victim from under car
On Monday evening Irmo firefighters and Lexington EMS worked together to help someone who was trapped under their car, say Irmo firefighters.
Camden mom starts prevention initiative after 13-year-old son drowns in Kendall Lake
"This is hard. I don't want this happening to another family or another mother or another father what happened to me and to the many other lives that have been lost in Kendall Lake. Not just here in Camden, SC, but all over the world," says Courtney Nelson.
South Carolina governor vetoes bills to erase criminal history in gun and bad check cases
South Carolina Gov, Henry McMaster vetoed three bills Tuesday that would have required the erasing the records of people convicted of certain gun, fraudulent check and underage alcohol sales crimes.
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: Paddle and Pint at Saluda Shoals Park, National EMS Week, Drift Jam
Local Living: Events in the Midlands to kick off your Summer!
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.
