Newberry County deputies warn residents of scam
The Newberry County Sheriff's Office is warning residents about a recent scam, said the sheriff's office.
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Dominion Energy to test sirens at Lake Murray Dam today
Dominion Energy South Carolina will conduct the annual test of its Lake Murray Dam flooding sirens today at noon.
City of Columbia holds 36th Annual "Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration"
"Dr. King said to us, every person in this room has the capacity to be great, all you have to do is have the willingness and the compassion to serve," says Donaldson.
Benedict College to host MLK celebration
One of South Carolina's Historically Black Colleges and Universities is hosting an event to honor the life and legacy of Dr.Martin Luther King Jr.
VP Harris addressed SC residents at 'King Day at the Dome'
In her speech at the statehouse, Harris said that the freedoms of many Americans are under threat and that it’s an important year to go out and vote.
Human remains found in Richland County
According to the Richland County Coroner's Office human remains were found in Richland County on Friday.
Local Living: 11th annual Pig and Oyster Roast
Local Living: A look at events in the Midlands
Early morning fire damages Woodspur Road home
An early morning fire on Woodspur Road has left a home with significant damages, said the Columbia-Richland Fire Department.
Psychiatric hospital escapee back in custody
New details regarding a detainee who managed to escape custody late Friday night from Brian Psychiatric Hospital.
Shores apartment at Hardscrabble Road closing due to widening project
Beginning on Monday, Jan. 15, the Hardscrabble Road entrance to The Shores apartment complex will be temporarily closed.
Early morning Orangeburg collision leaves one dead
One person is dead after an early morning collision in Orangeburg County, says the SCHP.
Forest Acres officer recovering in hospital after traffic accident
The Forest Acres Police Department says an officer is recovering in a hospital after being injured in a traffic accident in Forest Acres.
Former Furman football Coach Art Baker dies at age 94
Former Furman head football coach Art Baker, known as instrumental in the success of Paladin football, has died at 94.
MOVE TO FIVE POINTS: New Brookland Tavern keeping Midlands music scene alive in new location
While some things have changed with a move to a new location, many things have stayed the same such as New Brookland’s commitment to local music.
Kershaw County hosts MLK Unity Day Celebration
Just ahead of the national holiday honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Junior, Kershaw County will host a celebration for members of the public this weekend.
VP Harris to speak, thousands expected to attend "King Day at the Dome"
Thousands are expected to attend the event which will begin with a service at Zion Baptist Church in downtown Columbia, followed by a march to the State House for a 10 a.m. rally featuring an address from Vice President Kamala Harris.
Sumter Police: Searching for man connected to attempted robbery, shooting
The Sumter Police Department is searching for a man after officers say he was involved in an attempted armed robbery and shooting at a home on Thursday night.
Local Living: A look at things to do in the Midlands
Local Living: A look at events happening in the Midlands
Police: Habitual offender charged with DUI resulting in death
Investigators say the crash happened around 10pm Thursday night.
Police: Two charged in separate but related shootings
Columbia Police say two men are facing charges related to shootings at North Pointe Estates, an apartment complex on Ripplemeyer Ave.
Brother, sister launch shoe drive to help those in need
A brother and sister from Richland School District Two launched a shoe drive to help people in need.
President Biden to speak at First in the Nation Celebration dinner in SC
The South Carolina Democratic Party announced that President Joe Biden will serve as the keynote speaker for the party’s first-in-the-nation celebration dinner.
Man charged with murder found dead in jail cell
A man who was charged with murder was found dead in his jail cell shortly before midnight on Thursday night, says the Solicitor’s Office.
Prisma Health to host classes for children suffering the loss of a loved one
Prisma Health Children's Hospital–Midlands is offering the Healing Hearts Grief Program for children ages five to 18 to help them deal with the loss of a loved one.
TSA releases data for number of firearms found at SC security checkpoints in 2023
The Transportation Security Administration has released new data showing how many firearms were discovered in carry-on luggage in 2023.
