Columbia Food and Wine Festival announces 2023 dates
The dates for the 2023 Columbia Food and Wine Festival were just announced!
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Columbia man charged with murder after girlfriend's disappearance
A local man arrested in the disappearance of his girlfriend has been charged with her murder.
Man, woman arrested in Thanksgiving Day shooting
According to the South Congaree Police Department say an argument over the phone lead to a Thanksgiving Day shooting.
$3.5 billion investment, largest in state history, announced with Redwood Materials expansion
Governor Henry McMaster announced the largest economic development in state history with the expansion of Redwood Materials in Berkeley County, a $3.5 billion investment.
Lexington Police arrest driver for DUI following wreck
The Lexington Police Department made an arrest for DUI early this morning after a driver struck a lighted direction sign and ran through traffic cones.
$50,000 donation presented to Wateree Community Actions
Today South Carolina Water Utilities presented a $50,000 check to Wateree Community Actions.
Columbia Fire Department warns residents to be aware of increased fire hazards around the holidays
Other fire hazards not just specific to the holidays include practices such as burning candles or plugging in too many cords.
Spartanburg Community College and SC Dept. of Public Safety sign partnership agreement
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety and Spartanburg Community College announced a partnership in which SCC's Giles Campus will become the new headquarters of SC Highway Patrol's Troop 3, Post D, in 2023.
Dominion Energy Crime Prevention Award presented to Cayce, West Columbia Police Dept.
The West Columbia and Cayce Police Departments were awarded the Dominion Energy Crime Prevention Award from the SC Law Enforcement Officers Association (SCLEOA) on Dec.9 for their extensive input in the Business Watch Program.
Beamer Tabs Dowell Loggains as Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks Coach
Shane Beamer has named Dowell Loggains as the Gamecocks’ offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach, it was announced today.
South Carolina's agriculture chief wants more processing in state
South Carolina's agriculture chief plans to ask lawmakers for $75 million to help bring processing and packing facilities to the state so farmers don't have to send their products away.
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is opening in Lexington!
The 2,400 square-foot restaurant is set to open Dec. 14 at 111 Swartz Road.
New Edition kicks off 'Legacy Tour' at Colonial Life Arena
Grammy-nominated, R&B supergroup New Edition is kicking off their 30-city "Legacy Tour" in Colonial Life Arena on March 9.
West Columbia, Boozer St. scene cleared
Police say after about an hour and a half they were able to reach the woman inside the house on the phone and ultimately everyone in the house came out.
Irmo Fire Dept., Safe Kids Worldwide offering free car seat safety check
The Irmo Fire District and Safe Kids Worldwide are offering a free child's car seat check on Dec. 15. from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Pet of the Week: Emerson!
Meet Emerson! This 3-year-old Shepard-mix is a big boy with a whole lot of love to give! Find him at the Kershaw County Humane Society.
Element Designs' headquarters relocating to York County
A leading manufacturer of custom aluminum frame glass cabinet doors is relocating its headquarters and manufacturing operations to York County.
Richland One accepting magnet program applications for 2023-2024
Richland One is accepting magnet program applications from students for the 2023-2024 school year.
South Carolina 2021 'Hate Crime' report released
The Palmetto state reported at least 98 hate crime incidents in 2020. Most reports in 2021 fell within the race, ethnicity, and ancestry category with 49 instances.
Richland Co joins D.S.S. to brighten Christmas for foster children
A joint effort between the Richland County Sheriff’s Department and D.S.S. hopes to make a brighter holiday season for some local children and teens.
USPS announces updated holiday shipping schedule
The United States Postal Service (USPS) released an updated service schedule for the upcoming holidays.
Local Living: SC Jazz Masterworks ensemble presents “Swingin’ Holidays”
The SC Jazz Masterworks Ensemble will present Swingin’ Holidays on Saturday, Dec. 17 at 7:30 p.m.
Midlands Military Matters: Army veteran gifted home
Army veteran Cheryl Davis, her 14 year-old son and newborn daughter now have a place to call home in Columbia, South Carolina— and the best part its mortgage free!
Old shrimp boat sunk to make new reef off South Carolina coast
A 70-foot shrimp boat — once docked in the town of Port Royal — has joined New York City subway cars and other unusual materials that make up a man-made reef off of South Carolina’s Hilton Head Island, where black sea bass, grouper and barracuda and other fish hang out.
The Spirit of Lake Murray to set sail again Spring 2023
The Spirit, Lake Murray's only large charter vessel is expected to return in the Spring of 2023.
