W.J. Keenan students to hold community dog grooming event
Students in W.J. Keenan High School’s Animal Science II class will hold a dog grooming event for the community on Saturday, Feb. 17 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the school.
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No. 13 Auburn hosts No. 11 South Carolina after Murray-Boyles’ 31-point game
South Carolina Gamecocks (21-3, 9-2 SEC) at Auburn Tigers (19-5, 8-3 SEC)
Firefighters respond to late Tuesday night house fire
Fire crews responded to a house fire late Tuesday night in the 5200 block of Middleton Street, said officials.
RCSD: Inmate charged with criminal sexual conduct
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lot says an inmate at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center has been charged with criminal sexual conduct 1st degree.
Woman accused of leading police on chase with 4 kids in car identified, police say
A woman accused of leading Forest Acres officers on a chase with kids in her car identity has been released, said officers.
Shoplifting suspect accused of fleeing police before crashing with children inside
The Forest Acres Police Department says a shoplifting suspect led them on a chase through the entire city before police say the female suspect crashed the car she was driving with her four children inside.
Sumter Police: Missing autistic, nonverbal teenager found safe
The Sumter Police Department says a teenage boy living with autism & is non-verbal has been found safe.
Cayce Police Department starts new program to help elderly population
“After visiting with my grandmother and noticing that she needed some help, I brought it to the chief’s attention," Riley said.
Sumter Co.: 14-year-old found safe
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says the teen was found safe.
1 in 3 teens experience relationship abuse, say violence prevention advocates
In an effort to provide resources to young adults and promote healthy relationships, the city will hold an event for teenagers called "Leap of Love" on February 15th from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Brookland Baptist Church.
Local Living: Amore Under the Stars
Local Living: Amore Under the Stars at the state museum.
Medical Marijuana once again clears SC Senate, heads to House
Tuesday afternoon the bill passed a second reading by a vote of 26 to 17.
South Carolina Board of Education advances regulations for book challenges
On Tuesday, the State Board of Education passed a regulation that would make books in public South Carolina schools and classroom libraries controlled by the state instead of the school board.
Nikki Haley stumps in her small hometown of Bamberg ahead of South Carolina's GOP primary
Nikki Haley made a campaign stop Tuesday in her hometown of Bamberg.
White Knoll Middle School’s special olympics team wins Lake Murray Polar Plunge
The White Knoll Middle School’s special olympics team celebrated a win over the weekend.
CPD: Reward offered for information about stolen greek festival equipment
According to police officers, around $50-60, 0000 worth of items owned by the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral were stolen.
Actor casts local students in musical movie production
One actor is working to make dreams come true for students at Lower Richland High School.
Pet of the Week: Murphy!
Murphy is a certified good boy. Can you be his Valentine this year and help him find his new furever home?
Coroner identifies man killed following home invasion incident
Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford has released the name of the person who died following a home invasion incident on Sunday, Feb. 11.
Man charged following weekend shooting in Sumter, police say
A 21-year-old man is facing charges following a weekend shooting that left a man injured, said the Sumter Police Department.
ABC's of Education: Benedict College use grant to tackle mental health, substance abuse
Benedict College gets $195 thousand dollar grant to tackle mental health, substance abuse on campus
Inmate reportedly assaulted by multiple people at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is investigating an early Monday morning assault at the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center
Substitute teacher accused of assaulting two Pelion Elementary School students
Substitute teacher faces two counts of assault and battery after two elementary school students claim she assaulted them
SCDSS launches bonuses pilot program for child care educators, staff
The South Carolina Department of Social Services (SCDSS) SC Endeavors program had announced the launch of a pilot program that provides bonuses directly to qualified individuals employed in child care facilities in South Carolina.
Valentine's Day events in the Midlands
Valentine’s Day is a holiday celebrated on Feb. 14 to spread love and appreciation to friends, family members and romantic partners.
