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Groundbreaking for new elementary school in Lee County

All three elementary schools in Lee County will be consolidating, bringing around 700 students together.

Senior Resources hopes Reverse 50/50 Raffle will help operating cost

This comes after the non-profit works to stay afloat after a major spike in operation cost.

National Boating Safety Week

Before you say ships ahoy, DNR and the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department has reminders for boaters.

Couple volunteers across country after selling home and buying RV

Over the course of six months, the couple sold their home and vehicles, bought an RV, and started "Marriage On A Mission" -- with a goal of spreading faith, love, service, and fun.

South Carolina tax return preparer pleads guilty to tax fraud

A Columbia tax return preparer pleaded guilty today to conspiracy to defraud the United States after preparing and filing false tax returns.

ON THE ROAD: Hartsville

Watch the story to see how the downtown redevelopment has transformed this charming college town in an attractive destination.

U.s. Officially Reaches Debt Ceiling Today

USC economist explains impact of federal debt ceiling debate

In the meantime, Von Nessen says the holdup is hurting the US economy and impacting GDP.

Sumter PD seek individuals connected to pickup, trailer theft

Sumter Police Department is looking to find the individual(s) involved in the theft of a pickup truck and trailer from a East Liberty Street business on Sunday before 9 p.m.

Columbia PD asks residents to submit video footage in Windrush Drive shooting

Columbia Police are requesting video from residents in the 400 block of Windrush Drive (Liberty Ridge) after a non-fatal shooting occurred in the area on May 20 after 5 a.m.

TRAFFIC UPDATE: Lanes reopened on I-26 West at mile marker 94 after multi-vehicle wreck

The State Department of Transportation says traffic is once again moving on I-26 westbound near mile marker 94 following a morning wreck.

Lexington PD asks public's help to ID Ulta shoplifting suspects

Investigators say the suspects were seen leaving the parking lot in a white SUV.

Lexington Traffic Alert: Lane shift at 500 block of East Main Street

Officers urge drivers passing through the area to stay alert as workers will be in the closed lane.

A.G. Wilson sues telecom company over illegal robocalls

Attorney General Alan Wilson is suing telecom company avid over alleged illegal robocalls.

SC Senate passes 6-week abortion ban bill

The bill now heads to the governor’s desk, but there is expected to be another legal challenge.

High school students participate in "Senior Walk" at Springdale Elementary School

Seventeen graduating high school seniors walked the halls of Springdale Elementary School as students cheered them on with signs and screams.

Richland deputies searching for sports bar shooting suspect

Richland County deputies say they are searching for a suspect in an April shooting.

Calhoun Co. deputies seek suspect who stole a Car Hauler Trailer

Calhoun Co. deputies are looking for an individual who stole a Car Hauler Trailer.

Snider Fleet Solutions relocating headquarters to Lancaster County

The company’s $6.9 million investment will create 167 new jobs.

Lexington authorities release sketch of man accused of attempted sexual assault

Lexington Co. Sheriff's Department is searching for a man involved in an attempted sexual assault in Crooked Creek Park in Chapin.

Pet of the Week: River!

River is bound to steal your heart with her sweet disposition and beautiful smile! Adopt this sweet girl today from Lexington County Animal Services.

Eastover Mayor gives resignation days after arrest

Former Eastover Mayor Phillip Gunter Monday resigned his position.

CPD arrest Holly Street stabbing suspect

The Columbia Police Department has arrested and charged 47 year old Antrel Fordham

Over 1 million books read by students of Richland School District One

Superintendent Dr. Craig Witherspoon challenged district one students in kindergarten through eighth grade to collectively read 750,000 books at the beginning of March.