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City of Columbia's Food Truck Fridays continues into May

The City of Columbia's Food Truck Fridays is now running through May!

Sumter Police Arrested Man Connected To Multiple Break Ins

Sumter Police arrest man wanted for break-ins

Sumter Police have arrested a man connected to multiple break-ins.

What to know about Richland County's new fireworks law

Major changes are underway to Richland County's fireworks laws after a new ordinance was passed on March 7.

Orangeburg Law Enforcement Complex offices closed May 1—2

The Orangeburg Co. Law Enforcement Complex offices are closed to the public May 1—2 for upgrades to the electrical system.

School district releases statement on Meadowlake Park shooting

Superintendent says there will be added security at two district schools

Lexington deputies seek suspect in weekend shooting

Investigators say deputies responded to The Hidden Tavern on Wing Hill Rd. around 2:20 Saturday morning after reports of a fight.

Multiple teens shot in Saturday morning shooting

The victims range in age from 16 to 20 years old.

Two women accused in the death of toddler

SLED has arrested two women in connection to the death of a two year old toddler.

Abortion ban bill fails in state Senate

The State Senate failed to pass a bill that would have banned abortion in the state.

American Heart Association and Ritedose Corporation team up for Field Day

The American Heart Association and the Ritedose Corporation on 1 Technology Circle in Columbia are teaming up for their first ever Field Day as a way to combat burnout, stress, and unhealthy habits.

SLED charges two women following death of 2 year-old

SLED agents say they arrested two women after they caused the death of a 2 year-old while committing child abuse and neglect.

SLED: 2 Darlington men arrested in joint gambling investigation

SLED agents and Darlington Co. deputies charged two men with gambling following a joint investigation.

Portion of West Columbia Riverwalk closed due to flooding

The portion of the West Columbia Riverwalk from the Moffatt St. Entrance to the West Columbia Amphitheater is temporarily closed due to flooding

Newberry Sheriff: 6 people arrested on multiple drug, weapon charges

Newberry authorities arrested six people on multiple drug and weapon charges following an early morning search warrant.

First Citizens Bank to no longer accept payments from Columbia Water customers

Columbia Water customers will no longer be able to pay their water bill at First Citizens Bank locations

Man arrested in connection to Thomas Atkins Road armed robbery

Beaufort deputies arrested Karon Thomas, 18, in connection with an armed robbery on Thomas Atkins Road.

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Sumter Traffic Alert: Festival on the Avenue to affect roads on Saturday

Sumter Police says traffic will be affected in preparation for this year's Festival on the Avenue.

Parent of student stabbed at Ridge View HS sues school district

The mother of a student who was stabbed at school this week is suing Richland School District Two over the incident.

Midlands schools in secure status after possible shots heard in area

Richland School District Two says several schools are in secure status due to hearing possible shots fired in the area.

Calhoun Sheriff: investigation underway after firearm brought to Sandy Run K-8 School

The Calhoun Co. Sheriff's Office is investigating a situation where a firearm was brought to Sandy Run K-8 School.

Dominion Energy to perform tree trimming activities this week

Dominion Energy will continue performing tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods this week:

Columbia Fire Dept: No injuries reported in McNair Hall fire at Columbia College

Columbia-Richland Fire Department went to work on an HVAC fire at Columbia College yesterday evening.

Sumter Police: Suspect wanted in connection with store break-ins arrested

Sumter officers have arrested Michael Channing Moses, 48, in connection with multiple break-ins at convenience stores and other businesses in the city since mid-April.