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Thursday's Meeting Street Artisan Market offers handmade Valentine's gifts

The West Columbia Meeting Street Artisan Market is back for another amazing night of shopping on Feb.9 from 4—8 p.m.

Man in critical condition after armed robbery, shooting

An armed robbery and shooting left a man in critical condition says the Sumter County Sheriff's Office.

Columbia Jewish Federation to raise emergency relief funds for Turkey and Syria

The Columbia Jewish Federation has partnered with Jewish Federations of North America to launch an earthquake relief fund to support recovery efforts in Turkey and Syria.

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Traffic Alert: Avoid Sunset Blvd/Hope Ferry Rd. intersection

The Lexington Police Department is asking the public to avoid Sunset Blvd/US-378 due to a collision that destroyed a signal light box at the intersection of Sunset Blvd. and Hope Ferry Road.

Newberry Sheriff's Office arrest two men on multiple drug, weapon charges

The Newberry County Sheriff's Office says two individuals have been arrested for trafficking drugs.

Irmo Mayor Barry Walker elected President of the Lexington County Municipal Association

Irmo Mayor Barry Walker was unanimously elected President of the Lexington County Municipal Association (LCMA) on Jan. 26.

Columbia Fireflies volunteer program returns in 2023

The Columbia Fireflies is looking for individuals who are passionate about giving back to the community for this year's in-game volunteer program.

AG Wilson warns SC residents to protect themselves against romance scams

Attorney General Alan Wilson is warning South Carolinians to be wary of scams this Valentine's Day.

Sheriff: Man selling dog fatally shot at meeting spot

A man selling a French bulldog was fatally shot in the parking lot of a South Carolina fast food restaurant, where he had arranged to meet the buyer, a sheriff said.

Applications open for 'Ride of your Life Scholarship' for High School Seniors

Applications are now open for the Ride of your Life Scholarship program through the S.C. State Fair. All South Carolina high school seniors are encouraged to apply! Deadline is March 15th.

Richland Mall development plans announced

Plans to update the Richland County Mall property are in the works.

Local Living: Pet adoption event in Lexington

Lexington County Animal Services is hosting an adoption event

RCSD: Man wanted in CiCis Pizza altercation

The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking the public's help in identifying a man who was involved in an altercation outside of CiCis Pizza.

Richland School District Two holds special board meeting

Richland School District Two held their weekly board meeting earlier Tuesday.

FDA considers approval of post-partum depression pill

(CNN) --- The Food and Drug Administration is considering approval of a post-partum depression pill to be available to women in the U.S. The medicine known as Zuranolone, is an antidepressant that is…

Central Carolina Community Foundation announces 2023 grant recipients

Central Carolina Community Foundation announced it’s 2023 Connected Communities grant recipients today.

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Calhoun man charged for criminal sexual conduct with minor

Calhoun County deputies say an Estill man is charged with criminal sexual conduct with a minor.

School coalition aims to make students safer, encourages action from lawmakers

According to Patrick Kelly with The South Carolina Coalition for Safer Schools, the organization includes over 30,000 educators, lawmakers, and mental health professionals across the state.

Fairfield Coroner releases identities of double-homicide victims

The Fairfield County Coroner has released the victim's names of a double-homicide that occurred at a residence on Marsh Lane near the Hwy 215 South area on Feb. 7.

Three teens charged in school Molotov cocktail case

The Lexington County Sheriff's Department has charged three teens with possessing an explosive device on Jan. 29 at Pleasant Hill Elementary School.

Alleged accomplice to armed robbery, assault wanted by authorities

Columbia Police announced the arrest of kidnapping, armed robbery and assault suspect Rodney Friday.

Columbia Police: Teens charged in weapons and burglary investigation

Columbia Police have arrested three juveniles and an adult for multiple home burglaries and vehicle break-ins where firearms and valuables were stolen.

SCDNR provides update on missing hunter

The S.C. Department of Natural Resources is continuing their search for Tyler Doyle, a missing hunter who disappeared near the Little River jetties in the North Myrtle Beach area on Jan. 26.