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Sumter County: Deputies arrest two people for stealing thousands of dollars worth of copper wire

Two people are accused of stealing thousands of dollars worth of copper wire from Duke Energy, said Sumter County deputies.

Richland County coroner identifies pedestrian hit on Farrow Road

Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford has released the name of the pedestrian who died after being hit by a driver around 1 a.m. on Friday, Nov.10, 2023.

Carolina super fan "Gamecock Jesus" passes away

Thompson had been a fixture at Gamecock men's and women's basketball games as well as other athletic events for decades.

K9 Deputy CJ sworn in to Richland County Sheriff's Department

The canine officer will help with wellness and crisis intervention with both deputies and civilians.

South Carolina Department of Mental Health share resources for depression during the holidays

While it is famously known as 'the most wonderful time of the year', it is crucial to acknowledge that not everyone shares this sentiment. For some, this time of year can evoke challenging emotions that are far from festive.

Non-profit serving Veterans and First Responders receives $175,000 donation

"So we're gonna struggle, but I get to choose if I want to suffer. And when a person leaves here and goes through this training, they recognize, "I have a choice. I don't have to live this way." And then the question begs, "And now what?" And that's what we get to do. We get to watch individuals leave here with a goal set, to say I'm gonna make this first step to living better and doing better," says Christian.

SC Treasurer's Office cuts ties with Disney

Loftis sites what he sees as the company's political activism as the reason for the move

Local Living: SC state fairgrounds will soon light up like Christmas

Local Living: A look at a holiday season event in the Midlands

New jobs, millions in investment coming to Richland Co.

Tuesday afternoon the governor's office announced TMC Transportation is expanding its Richland County operations.

SC AG says media members with ties to Hamas should not be paid

Wilson added his name to a letter demanding that, going forward, media outlets make sure that they are not paying journalists associated with terrorist organizations and strengthen their vetting process.

Lexington Co. deputies asking for help locating person last seen by family on Thursday

The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's help finding Jerrold George Dejean, say deputies.

DHEC urges residents to get updated vaccinations

It is National Influenza Vaccination Week now until Dec.8.

United Way of the Midlands gives back to schools in the Midlands

The United Way of the Midlands' Resilient Midlands program hosted its annual Resiliency Kit Packing Party.

Midlands man arrested after guns and methamphetamine found, deputies say

A Midlands man was arrested after Sumter deputies found guns and methamphetamine at his home says the sheriff's office.

Pet of the Week: Samson!

Samson is a very sweet boy, and one of the Kershaw County Humane Society's longest residents, waiting patiently in his kennel since March, at no fault of his own! Adopt him today!

Areas around the Midlands put up special mailboxes for Santa

It is that time of year for holiday cheer and to send letters to the guy in the red suit.

Holiday Market returns to Richland Library

the Richland Library is making it easier to get your hands on some unique finds, food and plenty of fun just in time to grab some of those holiday gifts.

Gov. Henry McMaster and wife Peggy host holiday open house at governor's mansion

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- Over in the Arsenal Hill neighborhood, the governor's mansion is now lit up for the holidays. Governor Henry McMaster and first lady Peggy invited South Carolinians into the…

Columbia Water customers may experience water service disruption

City of Columbia Water customers served by the Columbia Canal Water Treatment plant may experience low-pressure or water service disruption starting on Tuesday, Dec. 5, according to the water company.

SC State Museum unveils new accommodations for people with disabilities and special needs

"Most spaces I go, there's not a space to breast pump or breastfeed. Which makes it challenging. I have to go sit in the car to be able to do that. So having a space that I can still enjoy the area with my family and be able to step aside and feed my daughter securely and then go back to my family is really nice," Jackson says.