St. Pats Five Points Festival expected to bring over 30,000 people, record sales
According to the Five Points Association, the festival previously brought in over $7 million.
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SC Highway Patrol asks public to drive safe during St. Patrick's Day weekend
The SC Highway Patrol wants you to be safe this St. Patrick's Day.
CDC: Only 27 counties nation-wide have high COVID-19 levels
A new report shows a positive step in the fight against the coronavirus.
No. 1 Gamecocks cruise past Norfolk State in March Madness
Zia Cooke scored 11 points as No. 1 South Carolina moved five wins away from a perfect season after opening the women’s NCAA Tournament with a 72-40 victory over No. 16 seed Norfolk State on Friday.
West Columbia woman sentenced to 25 years in prison for trafficking Methamphetamine
A West Columbia woman was sentenced to 25 years in prison after agents discovered two plastic bags of methamphetamine during a routine home visit.
Newberry deputies arrest 22 year-old involved in shootings
Newberry authorities arrested 22 year-old Tony Rodriquez Mason for multiple shooting incidents that occurred in the city.
Be a lucky charm for a shelter pet this St. Patty's Day!
You can be a new lucky charm for a shelter pet looking for their forever home today!
South Carolina Athletics Director Ray Tanner receives contract extension
University of South Carolina Athletics Director Ray Tanner got a contract extension approved by the University's Board of Trustees Friday afternoon
St. Pat's in Five Points happening this weekend!
It's St. Patrick's Day so it's time to celebrate all things green!
Ft. Jackson updates enlistment status of former trainee who hijacked school bus
Fort Jackson is responding to the recent verdict of a former trainee who hijacked a Forest Acres school bus full of children at gunpoint in 2021.
Kershaw deputies: Arrest made in Waffle House armed robbery
Kershaw County Sheriff’s deputies have arrested a suspect involved in an armed robbery at a Waffle House earlier this month.
Dominion Energy celebrates Natural Gas Utility Workers’ Day
Dominion Energy is recognizing Natural Gas Utility Workers' Day this Saturday for their contributions to the communities they serve.
Richland School District 1 hiring teachers at Spring Job Fair
New hires with Richland School District One get a $2,000 signing bonus. Register now for their Spring Teacher Job Fair on April 1st!
Former Lexington police officer arrested for misconduct
A now former Lexington Police officer finds himself on the wrong side of the law charged with Misconduct and Obtaining Good Under False Pretenses
South Carolina’s star quintet ready for one last NCAA run
South Carolina’s “Freshies” are ready for one last dance.
Lexington School District One addresses Pledge of Allegiance incident involving teen
Lexington County School District One filed a motion on Wednesday to dismiss the lawsuit filed by the family of a teen who was allegedly assaulted by a teacher after not taking part in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Midlands Military Matters: SC Air National Guard departs Columbia Metropolitan Airport
The South Carolina Air National Guard has officially departed Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
ABC's of Education: State Teacher of the Year finalists named
A Midlands teacher is among the finalists for teacher of the year.
Suspended SC football players charged in connection with illegal AR-15 rifle
According to the Greenville News, three University of South Carolina football players who were suspended from the team last month were charged in connection to the possession of an illegal AR-15 Rifle.
Lexington man sentenced to 13 years after cocaine found in his car
A Lexington man has been sentenced over 13 years in prison after two pounds of cocaine were found in his vehicle.
Pegues’ 3 gives No. 13 seed Furman 68-67 win over Virginia
JP Pegues made a 3-pointer with 2.4 seconds remaining, and No. 13 seed Furman completed a rally from a 12-point second-half deficit to hand fourth-seeded Virginia another first-round NCAA Tournament loss, 68-67 on Thursday.
Forest Acres PD investigate suspicious bathroom fire at A.C. Flora High School
Forest Acres deputies are investigating a fire that happened this morning in a A.C. Flora High School bathroom.
Columbia Police investigating collision between pedestrian and vehicle
The Columbia Police Department is investigating a collision between a pedestrian and vehicle at the intersection of Blossom & Sumter Streets.
Attorney for student punished over Pledge of Allegiance asks SC AG Wilson to open criminal investigation
The attorney for a River Bluff High School student who was allegedly punished for not taking part in the Pledge of Allegiance is now filing for a criminal investigation.
Sumter deputies: traffic violation leads to chase and multiple charges
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office arrested 29 year-old Alan Cowell on March 13 on weapon and drug charges.
