SC State graduates celebrate accomplishment with message from Secretary of Defense
“I majored in family and consumer science, business and child development," said Sapphire Swinton. "I feel so good. It’s been a long time coming.”
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Six Unclaimed Veterans laid to rest at Fort Jackson National Cemetery
Service members are considered unclaimed if they've outlived their known relatives and friends -- or become estranged from their loved ones.
Richland County deputies searching for child last seen on Mayfair Drive
Richland County deputies are searching for a child last seen on Mayfair Drive, says RCSD.
1 dead after 2-vehicle collision in Orangeburg County
One person is dead after a collision in Orangeburg County on Thursday.
Local Living: Main Street Jazz Fest, ODPS's Community Resource Fair, South Carolina Poultry Festival
Local Living: Check out some events in the Midlands to enjoy!
SCHP: Pedestrian killed after collision in Sumter County
A pedestrian is dead after an early Friday morning collision in Sumter County, says SCHP.
Community organizations asking for donations to address Summer food insecurity for students
People are being asked to donate to ColaEats to help address Summer food insecurity for students in the community.
Midlands man finds winning ticket hidden in stack of old lottery tickets
A Midlands man has found a $1 million winning ticket in a stack of old lottery tickets, said SC Lottery officials.
Steel Hands Brewing hosting new Steel Paws VIP Experience
Steel Hands Brewing is hosting a new Steel Paws VIP Experience called “Bowties & Bluejeans” presented by Jim Hudson Automotive.
Inmates at prison record their stories for Mother's Day
Mother’s Day is this Sunday but not every mom can be with their kids.
Woman, 9-month-old baby shot during drive-by, say Lee County deputies
A woman and a 9-month-old baby has been shot in a drive-by on Thursday night, say Lee County deputies.
Orangeburg County deputies warning residents about sheriff’s department captain scam
Orangeburg County Sheriff Leroy Ravenell is warning residents about a scam seeking victim's identities while posing as a sheriff’s department captain.
1 lawmaker stops South Carolina health care consolidation bill that had overwhelming support
A bill that would have consolidated six South Carolina heath care agencies and was overwhelmingly passed by both chambers of the General Assembly died on the session's final day Thursday in a procedural move by a member angry he was mocked by his colleagues.
Portion of West Columbia Riverwalk temporarily closed due to flooding
A portion of the West Columbia Riverwalk temporarily closed due to flooding.
Day in May fundraising event to support people, families struggling with substance use disorder
Support the Courage Center on May 16th in their efforts to continue providing free resources and help to those seeking recovery from substance use.
Man gets flesh eating bacteria walking on beach
A man is recovering after getting a flesh eating bacteria while walking along Myrtle Beach
Conservation in a can -- Riverbanks Zoo and Peak Drift Brewery partner with two new drinks
The next time you pop open a can of beer at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, a portion of the sale will go to the care and conservation of the animals, thanks to a new partnership with Peak Drift Brewery.
Local Living: Art on State, Riverbanks 5K Run, Bassmaster Elite Series Expo
Local Living: Here are some events in the Midlands to enjoy!
2024 South Carolina General Assembly session may be remembered for what didn't happen
The 2024 regular session of the South Carolina General Assembly ended Thursday and will perhaps be better remembered for the things that didn’t pass.
Kershaw County Firefighters control structure fire
The Kershaw County Fire Service responded to a report of s structure fire in Camden, fire officials.
Richland One offering Summer jobs, internships for teens
Richland One students looking for a Summer job do not have to look far, as the district is offering opportunities.
Firefighters control 2 house fires, several pets rescued from one house fire
Firefighters rescued several pets from a Lexington County home after a fire broke out inside, say firefighters.
Millwood Avenue corridor improvements nearing completion, says SCDOT
The Millwood Avenue Corridor Improvement Project is almost completed, says SCDOT.
Power loss, school delayed by 2 hours, trees down after tornado traveled through Fairfield County
Fairfield County officials say several homes and trees were down after a small tornado hit the county this morning.
Bishopville lottery winner: “I was jumping up and down”
A Bishopville lottery player is taking some time off to travel after winning $300,000, says SC Lottery officials.
