Commercial roofing program offered to inmates at Manning Reentry Work Release Center
Sixteen inmates at the Manning Reentry Work Release Center on Beckman Drive are taking a week-long class in commercial roofing.
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3rd annual Carolina's Black Restaurant Week begins April 28
The 3rd annual Carolina's Black Restaurant Week begins tomorrow and several eateries across the Midlands are all taking part.
Weekend ramp closure: I-20 to I-26 westbound near exit 64B
A reminder to drivers... the ramp from Westbound I-20 to Westbound I-26 near exit 64-B in Columbia will be closed this weekend beginning at 9 PM tomorrow through 6 AM on Monday.
10th annual Midlands Gives Day kicks off May 2
The countdown to Midlands Gives Day has begun!
Sheriff Lott: $5,000 reward for information leading to Jeroid Price’s arrest
Richland County Sheriff's Department is offering $5,000 to anyone who has information leading to the arrest of Jeroid Price.
SLED calls on Jeroid Price to turn himself in
Price, a convicted murderer, was released from prison early but that release was vacated by the SC Supreme Court
Netflix show "Missing: Dead or Alive" to star Richland County deputies
The documentary series premiers May 10.
Solar technology company opening first SC facility in Sumter
A solar technology company is opening its first facility in South Carolina and creating 300 new jobs.
Lexington Police investigating death at Walmart parking lot
The Lexington Police Department is investigating a death that occurred in the Walmart parking lot at 5556 Sunset Boulevard.
RCSD: Blythewood High School online threat under investigation
Richland School District Two says authorities are investigating an online threat made against Blythewood High School.
Columbia firefighters respond to grocery store fire
The Columbia-Richland Fire Department says a grocery store on Garners Ferry Road suffered smoke, fire and water damages after a freezer caught fire early Thursday morning.
Defense Engineering Services expanding Charleston operations
Defense Engineering Services is expanding its Charleston County operations.
Shooting investigation leads to drugs, guns confiscation
Three men and one juvenile have been arrested for a shooting in Fairfield County on Monday.
USC student who was hit by car reunites with hospital staff that saved his life
"I don't think I'll ever really fully understand how close I was to death," says Sibley, who was hit by a car in February 2022.
Local Living: Straight Jokes! No Chaser Comedy at Colonial Life Arena
Local Living on ABC Columbia brought to you by MUSC Health
ABC's of Education: Renee Atkinson of Aynor High School named 2024 South Carolina Teacher of the Year
This afternoon, Governor McMaster and First Lady Peggy joined Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver to announce the teacher of the year.
City of West Columbia awarded $10 million grant for water infrastructure upgrades
The City of West Columbia received a $10 million grant from the SC Rural Infrastructure Investment Program.
Orangeburg deputies seize narcotics, 13 firearms
Orangeburg Sheriff Leroy Ravenell says a dozen firearms and multiple bags of methamphetamine have been seized following a warrant service.
Abortion law debate continues at State House
The State Senate is set to continue discussions with the House over an abortion ban in South Carolina.
Senior Resources seeking volunteers and donations
Midlands Meals on Wheels is seeing progress after having a waitlist of more than 100 seniors needing support in the area.
First Presbyterian Church of Sumter to unveil bicentennial historical marker
The First Presbyterian Church of Sumter is set to unveil a new SC Historical Marker commemorating its Bi-Centennial on April 30 at 10 a.m.
Former House Speaker Jay Lucas honored with portrait
Jay Lucas started his House career in 1999 as member No. 124 out of 124.
Cayce Police: Woman wanted for forgery
The Cayce Police Department needs your help finding a woman who's wanted for forgery.
Paddle for PAALS May Fundraiser
SUP dog? Wanna paddle for PAALS? Join in on this 'pawsome' fundraiser for the month of May to help raise money to support non-profit PAALS and their mission to train service dogs for those in need. Click below to register!
Columbia Metropolitan Airport announces more efficient systems, direct flights to popular cities
The airport is implementing a new checked bag inspection system, which according to officials allows for a higher capacity of bags to be processed at a faster rate.
