Sumter deputies searching for missing woman, last seen leaving home
The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a 39 year-old woman who was last seen leaving her residence on Congruity Road on Nov. 23.
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Lugoff man wins big $375,000 jackpot
A man from Lugoff turned his good fortune into great success when he turned a $15 winning lottery ticket into a $375,000 jackpot.
Richland County projects aim to improve area's roads and intersections
Funded by the penny sales tax, the new Richland County project aims to improve one of the busiest intersections in downtown Columbia, Bull Street and Elmwood Avenue.
Florence couple pleads guilty in nationwide pandemic unemployment fraud scheme
A Florence couple has plead guilty for their role in a nationwide pandemic unemployment fraud conspiracy.
Three Rivers Behavioral Health opens new 3,000 square foot unit
Three Rivers Behavioral Health is opening a new 3,000 square foot unit.
Ritedose Corp. expanding operations in Richland County
Locally owned and operated pharmaceutical manufacturer the Ritedose Corporation is expanding operations in Richland County.
Kershaw County Sheriff releases statement on Wateree Hydro Station incident
The Kershaw County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting incident that took place on Dec. 7 near the Duke Energy Wateree Hydro Station in Ridgeway.
SC State University President gives statement after lock down lifted
Earlier this morning a lock down was lifted at SC State University following a reported sighting of a gun on campus.
SLED charges former Darlington correctional officers with Possession of Marijuana
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) announced two former Darlington County Correctional Officers were charged with Misconduct in Office and Possession of Marijuana, 1st offense.
Dawn Staley issues statement on Brittney Griner release
USC Women’s Basketball Coach Dawn Staley issued a statement on WNBA star Brittney Griner’s announced release.
Cayce Police searching for man wanted for domestic violence
Cayce Police Department is asking the public’s help in finding 31 year-old Oliver Ray Johnson who was involved in a physical altercation with his wife.
Shots reported near SC power facility, no damage found
Duke Energy said it found no sign of property damage at a hydropower station in South Carolina where gunfire was reported nearby.
Head-on vehicle collision in Kershaw leaves one woman dead
A 61 year-old woman was pronounced dead following a head-on vehicle collision in Kershaw County on Dec. 8.
Lexington PD needs help identifying suspected burglar
The Lexington Police department needs your help locating a man they say is suspected of burglarizing a location along Augusta Road.
Woman accused of defrauding employer out of thousands arrested
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office has arrested a woman accused of stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from the company she worked for over a period of six years.
Sumter Co. arrests man accused of possession of drugs, stolen gun
The Sumter County Sheriff's Department has arrested a man accused of possession of drugs and a stolen gun.
Nephron Nitrile Grand Opening in West Columbia
State leaders gathered in West Columbia for the grand opening of Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation's new plant.
'WARMTH FOR THE HEART': Columbia organizations partner to give out winter coats to those in need
Dozens of women’s and children’s coats will be distributed to people served by the Sistercare and the Oliver Gospel Organization.
Local Living: Irmo Holiday Market and Columbia City Ballet's Nutcracker
In our look at Local Living, holiday happenings, from the ballet to the holiday market
RCSD, Sheriff Lott to volunteer in Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign
Richland County Sheriff's Department is participating in the Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign for the second year.
Palmetto Millworks of the Carolinas expanding operations in Richland County
Locally owned and operated Palmetto Millworks of the Carolinas, LLC, is expanding operations in Richland County with a $5.5 million investment.
Former Midlands Regional Center employee charged with Assault and Battery
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) charged former Midlands Regional Center employee Michael Robert Short, 56, with Assault and Battery, 3rd degree on Dec. 6.
Fairfield officials charge man with attempted murder following shooting incident
The Fairfield County Sheriff's Office announced 42 year-old Robert C. Coffey has been charged with Attempted Murder, Kidnapping, and Possession of a Weapon during a Violent Crime.
Ft. Jackson's anti-harassment program to expand after successful trial
Fort Jackson announced Soldiers Against Sexual Harassment will be implemented in all battalions following the pilot program's success.
SC granted $37 million to expand business, entrepreneur opportunities
The U.S. Department of Agriculture granted $37 million in loans and grants to South Carolina businesses and entrepreneurs to help expand the state’s market opportunities.
