All Access Resource Fair happening today at Busby St. Community Center
The City of Columbia is hosting its All Access Resource Fair today from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Busby Street Community Center.
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Columbia-Richland 911 Communications hiring for new positions
The Columbia-Richland 911 Communications Center is hiring for telecommunicator dispatchers and call takers.
Richland One issues statement on death of Vince Ford
The Richland One family is mourning the loss of former school district board member Vince Ford, who passed away Dec. 6 at the age of 64.
Marquis Solomon named West Columbia Fire Chief
West Columbia City officials announced the selection of Marquis Solomon as their new Fire Chief.
Prisma Health releases statement on senior vice president's death
Prisma Health offered their condolences to the family of Vince Ford, senior vice president of Community Affairs, following his passing.
COMET to give free Covid-19 vaccines, gift cards
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (COMET) is providing Midlands residents the chance to receive a free Covid-19 shot and gift card before the winter holidays.
Lugoff Fire Department's Santa Patrol continues tonight
The Lugoff Fire Department is showing the big guy in red around town this week!
SLED charges Columbia man with intent to defraud counterfeit game tickets
South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) agents arrested 24 year-old Tyrik Adone Corley on Nov. 28 for Intent to Defraud, Counterfeit Game Tickets.
Midlands woman charged in church burglaries
According to deputies some of the stolen items include a cross, candles, and Christmas ornaments.
Richland School District One placed on 'Fiscal Watch'
The Richland One School District is now on Fiscal Watch. Richland One officials say a former employee is responsible, and they have been turned over to law enforcement.
Former V.P. Mike Pence holds book signing in S.C.
The former Vice President was in the Palmetto state as a part of a tour to promote his New York Times best-seller entitled "So Help Me God".
Newberry couple indicted on sex trafficking allegation
Two people in Newberry County are facing charges after deputies say they were caught in a sex trafficking operation.
Gas price decline continues: $2.87 a gallon
Gas prices continue to drop around the midlands.
Volunteers prep Salvation Army's Angel Tree gifts for families
ABC Columbia News is a proud sponsor of the Salvation Army's Angel Tree program, and donations for adopted angels are pouring in.
Tips for college students in the Midlands preparing for exams
College students in the Midlands are preparing to take final exams and some may be relying on coffee and energy drinks as they study.
Benedict College receives reaffirmation of accreditation
Congratulations are in order for Benedict College.
Local Living: Holiday happenings in the Midlands
A look at some holiday events across the Midlands
Columbia begins new $36 million housing development
This afternoon, Columbia housing broke ground on the Haven at Palmer Pointe.
Global Sales and Warehousing expands in Orangeburg
Golf bag manufacturer Global Sales and Warehousing announced their expansion in Orangeburg County.
RCSD, Knights of Columbus presenting clothing donation to local shelters
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is presenting a clothing donation to women and children local shelter representatives on Dec. 7.
Lexington teacher arrested after gun found in car
Authorities says 54 year-old Susan Horton of Lexington was arrested after officers found a handgun in her car at River Bluff High School.
Pickens Councilman suspended after criminal sexual conduct with minor indictment
Governor McMaster suspended Pickens City Councilman Donald McKinney after a grand jury indicted McKinney with Criminal Sexual Conduct with a Minor, Second Degree.
DHEC urges residents to get flu shots during National Influenza Vaccination Week
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is asking residents to get their annual flu shot if they haven't done so already in recognition of National Influenza Vaccination Week Dec. 5-9.
Prayer service, open house all part of McMaster inauguration
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster plans a prayer service, open house and an inaugural ball when he is sworn into office next month for a second full term.
City of Columbia offices announce holiday closures
The City of Columbia announced buildings and offices will be closed on Friday, Dec. 23 and Monday, Dec. 26 in observance of the Christmas holidays.
