New businesses opening in Five Points in Columbia
Five Points has always been a popular neighborhood in Columbia, but things have changed over the years in the area. This month alone, two new businesses set up shop on Harden Street
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West Columbia Walmart reopens after alleged bomb threat
Investigators are still working to determine the source of the threat.
Sumter County Coroner holds funeral for unclaimed persons
A plot in the Sumter Cemetery will be a permanent resting place for unclaimed persons
St. Patrick's Day Festival 2023 in Five Points
The 41st Annual Saint. Patrick's Day Festival celebrations kicked off early this morning in downtown Five Points.
DHEC: You can help track West Nile Virus by submitting dead birds for Testing
DHEC is asking South Carolina residents to submit certain species of dead birds for lab testing in an aim to track the West Nile virus (WNV) this spring and summer.
San Diego State dominates Furman 75-52 to reach Sweet 16
San Diego State had little trouble ending the run of March Madness darling Furman, getting 16 points from Micah Parrish to pace a balanced scoring attack and pulling away for a 75-52 win on Saturday in the second round of the NCAA Tournament.
'EmpoweRun': Local 5k walk and run to support survivors of domestic violence in March
Sistercare is teaming up with Jamie Scott Fitness for a 5k that supports domestic violence survivors.
South Carolina unemployment rate down: SC DEW
According to the SC Department of Employment and Workforce, in January there were nearly 2.3 million people working in SC
St Pats in Five Points this weekend
St. Pat’s in Five Points in Columbia, S.C. on Saturday, March 18.
Duo accused of Kershaw mail thefts arrested
The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office has arrested two people accused of stealing mail from more than 20 residents in the Lugoff and Elgin areas of the county.
Columbia average gas prices $3.15/gallon
If you are filling up at the pump this weekend, prices are up again.
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.
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
