SC Election Commission announces candidate filing period for 2024 General Election
The South Carolina Election Commission announced the candidate filing period opened over the weekend.
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2 charged with keeping vulnerable adults locked in dangerous unlicensed residential care home
An Orangeburg woman and man are accused of keeping vulnerable adults locked in a dangerous unlicensed residential care home, said the Attorney General's Office.
First look at Lexington Two's new Performing Arts Center, set to open May 1st
But the main attraction is its 1,500 seat theatre -- complete with a full orchestra pit, manual rigging, overhead catwalks, four dressing rooms, a green room, and catering kitchen.
South Carolina declines federal summer EBT program aimed at aiding low-income families
South Carolina has turned down a new federal EBT program that would provide additional help to low-income families while school is out of session.
Global cocoa shortage causing prices to skyrocket
Satisfying your sweet tooth with chocolate is getting more expensive.
Gas prices are soaring, industry experts expect prices to continue to rise
Gas prices are higher now that they have been all year.
Midlands photographer accused of crimes involving children, again.
Investigators say Tuesday morning they arrested Gregg Martin on charges out of Gwinnett Co., GA.
Local Living: Taste of Lake Murray
Local Living: Taste of Lake Murray
Multiple people charged following fight that led to shooting at Sumter bar and grill, 4 people injured
Multiple people have been charged following a fight that led to a shooting where 4 people were injured last week, say Sumter police.
Allen University welcomes former Gamecock as new head women's basketball coach
Allen University has announced a former Gamecock as its new women's basketball head coach.
Clemson files lawsuit against ACC over 'exorbitant' exit fees
In a significant move that could continue to alter the rapidly shifting landscape of college sports, Clemson filed a lawsuit against the ACC on Tuesday that portends its exit from the league.
1 dead after house fire in Richland County, say firefighters
One person is dead after a house fire in Gadsen on Sunday.
2 adults, 3 children displaced after house fire
No one is hurt after a fire destroyed a home in Chapin on Monday, say officials.
Lexington County coroner identifies pedestrian who died after collision
Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has released the name of the individual who died in a collision in the Cayce area of Lexington County, say the coroner's office.
Driver dead after vehicle leaves Orangeburg roadway
A Midlands driver is dead after a collision on an Orangeburg highway, said SCHP.
Former Lexington County employee accused of using P-Card for personal use
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is charging a former Town of Lexington employee after officials say she used a P-Card for personal use.
Pet of the Week: Aurora!
Aurora was adopted from Lexington County Animal Services as a puppy, but has unfortunately found her way back to the shelter after her owner fell on hard times. Now she is looking for her new forever home!
All lanes back open after early morning overturned tractor-trailer blocks lanes on I-26EB near Exit 111B
Highway Patrol says all lanes are back open on the interstate at the 112 mile marker after the overturned tractor trailer collision this morning.
Man travels across America in support of good causes
A man is setting out for an extraordinary trek across American on food and he began his journey right here in South Carolina.
Congressman Clyburn seeks reelection, emphasizes accomplishments of Biden administration
"Well you can go down through history and you will see what the importance is of one vote. And I tell people if you are interested in this democracy continuing to move forward, your part in that is to cast an informed vote. Not just to go vote. But be informed about who you're voting for and why you're voting," Clyburn says.
Jury finds man guilty of gun, drug offenses after advertising drugs for sale on social media
A Columbia man was found guilty by a jury for possession of a firearm by a felon, possession with intent to distribute marijuana, and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking offense.
Local Living: Columbia Animal Services' March Madness, Taste of Lake Murray, Columbia’s summer camps, Monster Jam
Local Living: Check out some local events in the Midlands to enjoy!
Coroner:Pedestrian dead after being struck while crossing street
One person is dead after a collision on Saturday night in Kershaw County, said state troopers.
Staley Named USBWA National Coach of the Year
South Carolina women’s basketball head coach Dawn Staley earned National Coach of the Year honors from the U.S. Basketball Writers Association, the organization announced Monday
Steel Hands Brewing, Columbia Animal Services to host Pups & Pints Adoption event
Mark your calendars! Steel Hands Brewing and the Columbia Animal Services are hosting a Pups & Pints Adoption event next month.
