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C.A. Johnson senior named Richland County Football Player of the Year

C.A. Johnson High School senior Caleb Pearson was named the 2023 Richland County High School Football Player of the Year.

SC Dept. of Revenue gives tips for tax season

The South Carolina Department of Revenue is sharing a few tips to help prepare for the upcoming tax season.

Sumter County mourns the loss of senior deputy

The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of a three-year law enforcement veteran, said the sheriff's office.

State House Menorah Lighting 2023

The State House Menorah Lighting celebration took place as part of the Hanukkah holiday last night.

Loaded gun found in teachers’ work room at elementary school

The Richland County Sheriff’s Department responded to a report of a weapon found on a school's property on Monday night, said RCSD.

Stranded boaters rescued from Wateree River

The day started early for Kershaw County Fire Services.

Pet of the Week: Skye!

Skye is a 7 month old puppy looking for her furever home through Columbia Animal Services!

State Democratic Party leaders held news conference to launch statewide Get Out The Vote Campaign

In the race for the White House, for Democrats it may be a forgone conclusion that President Joe Biden will be the nominee.

Orangeburg County School District renovating athletic facilities for student athletes

Using money from a referendum approved by voters last year Orangeburg County School District is renovating athletic facilities for its student athletes.

Nature Inspired Play Areas Aim To Increase Curiosity, Physical Activity Among Children

Nature-inspired play areas aim to increase curiosity, physical activity among SC children

"They learn through doing, and we see that their motor skills develop so much quicker, their communication skills are enhanced, their partnerships with their friends are enhanced, and they just learn different skills from when they're inside," Ironside says.

Study: Many U.S. teens ‘almost constantly using YouTube, TikTok

If your teen is constantly on their phone or computer they are more than likely using a social media site.

Local Living: Animal shelters holding December adoption specials

Local Living: A look at events in the Midlands

Wreaths Across America

On Monday at the State House a heartfelt tribute was paid to all veterans as they were remembered and honored.

Gas prices in South Carolina continue to drop

Gas prices have fallen this week.

Troopers: 1 dead, two injured after Fairfield County two-vehicle collision

One person is pronounced dead after an early morning two-vehicle collision in Fairfield County, says highway patrol.

Glass shower enclosures company bringing new jobs to Clarendon County

A manufacturer of tempered glass shower enclosures announced the company will establish new operations in Clarendon County, says the office of the governor.

Firefighters in Orangeburg County respond to propane leak at Dollar General

The North Fire Department responded to a propane leak on Sunday at the Dollar General, said the Orangeburg County Fire District.

DHEC confirms rabid raccoon in Richland County

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has confirmed that a rabid raccoon was found in Columbia.

Lexington County Animal Services announces December adoption special

Lexington County Animal Services has announced an adoption special for December.

Columbia VAHCS still delivers donations despite rain canceling Christmas charity ride

The vets charity ride for Christmas turned out a little different than planned due to rain on Sunday.

City of Columbia hosting violent crime remembrance vigil

The City of Columbia Office of Violent Crime Prevention is hosting a remembrance vigil to show the victims, survivors and the families affected by violence that they are not forgotten, said city officials.