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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.

Coroner: Missing Barnwell County woman found dead in Lexington County river

A woman reported missing in Barnwell County was found dead in a Lexington County river, said the Lexington County coroner.

Driver dead after hitting tree during Lexington County collision

A driver was pronounced dead after an early morning collision on US-178, said state troopers.

Troopers: Driver dead after striking ditch

One person is dead after a collision that happened on US-521, said state troopers.

ABC Columbia programming note for our Jeopardy viewers

Due to NFL Football, Monday's Jeopardy will air on Me-TV tonight 7:30pm.

One man injured after shooting in Eastover

Investigators say deputies arrived on scene to find an adult male with a gunshot wound to the lower body.

One man injured after shooting on Broad River Road

One man is on the road to recovery after a shooting on Broad River Road, according to the Richland County Sheriff's Department.

SC DNR: Tips on what to do if you hit a deer with your car

So what are you supposed to do if you hit a deer? According to the Department of Natural Resources and the Department of Public Safety, if you hit a deer, first move your car to a safe space and turn your flashers on.

SC Mental health officials share resources for those struggling with the holidays

For some, the holidays can be a tough time of year. ABC Columbia's Miya Payton spoke with officials from the South Carolina Department of Mental Health about dealing with depression and mental health challenges during the holidays.

Local Living: Columbia Animal Services hosting Holiday Pet adoption special

Columbia Animal Services is hosting an adoption special for all dogs for $25.

SC State Museum unveils Accessibility-Focused Renovations

As part of the SC State Museum's "Reimagine the Experience" campaign, new upgrades include fully ADA compliant restrooms, two privacy spaces for nursing mothers, and a wellness room for guests with disabilities.

Holiday season events in the Midlands

The holidays can be a busy time for shopping and decorations but there are plenty of events in the Midlands for people to enjoy.

Columbia man sentenced in Fentanyl death

A Columbia man has been sentenced in connection with a fentanyl poisoning death.

Holiday parade makes its way through the halls of Prisma Health Children's Hospital

"It's really good because it helps the kids be happy when they're sick here in the hospital, and helps them have something to look forward to so they aren't just stuck in the room," says Mykala Williams, whose daughter is a patient at the children's hospital.