Bill designed to bolster horse-racing in South Carolina may not cross finish line
A bill designed to bolster horse-racing in South Carolina may not cross the finish line.
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2 arrested in connection with death of 22-year-old
Two have been arrested in connection with the death of a 22-year-old on Wednesday, May 1, say Richland County deputies.
CPD: SC-277 southbound lane reopens after single-vehicle collision
Columbia Police say the southbound lane of SC-277 at Fontaine and Cushman has reopened after a single-vehicle collision.
South Carolina lawmakers rekindle bill limiting how topics like race are taught
A small group of lawmakers in South Carolina rekindled debate Tuesday on a bill that would limit how topics like race can be taught in public school K-12 classrooms.
Columbia man charged with 2 counts of sexual exploitation of a minor
A Columbia man has been arrested in connection with the sexual exploitation of a minor on Sunday, says the attorney general's office.
Irmo basketball coach Tim Whipple announces retirement
A fixture of Midlands high school basketball is calling it a career.
Blythewood High auctions off fiddle art to raise money for orchestra
One school is auctioning off painted fiddles to raise money for the school's orchestra.
Man charged in connection with thousands of dollars worth of stolen property, say Calhoun County deputies
Calhoun County Sheriff's Office says a man has been charged in connection with thousands of dollars worth of stolen property.
Rawls Creek Park sidewalk closed for construction
Town of Irmo officials announced that the sidewalk leading to the community garden, dog park, and Irmo Skate Park at Rawls Creek Park will be closed.
Local Living: 8th annual Art on State
Local Living: 8th annual Art on State
Lexington Police asking for public's help finding alleged shoplifters
Officers with the Lexington Police Department are requesting the public's help finding four alleged shoplifters that worked together to take items and money from a tip jar.
Support a nonprofit on Midlands Gives Day
The Central Carolina Community Foundation’s 10th annual ‘Midlands Gives’ starts on Tuesday morning at 6 a.m.
Pet of the Week: Moana, Heihei, & Maui!
Disney's Moana cast is now at Pawmetto Lifeline, with a few extra tails and some fur of course!
Lexington Two offering Summer athletics camps for local youth
Lexington Two high schools are offering several summer athletic camps for local youth, and even one open to football moms.
Lt. Governor Pamela Evette, DEW announce Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders Youth Employment Initiative
South Carolina’s Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette has partnered up with the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) to create a youth employment initiative.
'Midlands Gives' fundraising event starts today
It's that time of the year again! The first Tuesday of May every year Central Carolina Community Foundation brings out an opportunity for you to dust off your inner philanthropist.
DHEC advises South Carolinians to get tested for viral hepatitis
If left untreated, chronic hepatitis can lead to liver disease and failure.
Sumter Police warn about scam calls where someone poses as ranking officer
Sumter residents are being warned about calls from someone posing as a ranking police officer, says SPD.
Better Business Bureau warns about victims falling prey to scams
If you have phone chances are you’ve had a scammer slide into your texts or dial you up with some wild claim.
Troopers investigating Saturday afternoon collision in Newberry County
The South Carolina Highway Patrol (SCHP) is investigating a Saturday afternoon collision in Newberry County, says highway patrol.
Local Living: Art on State, Riverbanks Run, Midlands Gives Day
Local Living: Take a look at events in the Midlands to enjoy!
City unveils sculptures during announcement about upcoming Columbia Streams art event
Monday morning, city officials unveiled 35 leaping trout sculptures as part of the announcement of the upcoming ‘Columbia Streams’ art event.
Irmo woman arrested for unlawful conduct toward a child
An Irmo woman has been arrested for unlawful conduct toward a child, says Irmo Police.
2 men wanted for unrelated vehicle thefts in the City of Sumter
Sumter Police say warrants have been issued for two men suspected in unrelated vehicle thefts in the City of Sumter.
Sen. Tim Scott declines to answer if he will accept 2024 presidential election results
Predicting a Donald Trump victory in November, Sen. Tim Scott declined to answer if he would accept the results of the 2024 presidential election during an interview on Sunday.
