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Thousands of trout to be released in Saluda River

The SC Department of National Resources (SCDNR) Freshwater Fisheries Section is releasing thousands of trout into multiple locations in the lower Saluda River near Columbia.

Saluda County deputies arrest two men on murder charges

The Saluda County Sheriff's Office announced arrests have been made in connection with the murder of Zonnie Cyrus.

Orangeburg opening Warming Center for cold weather this weekend

The City of Orangeburg will be offering the public access to a Warming Center during the weekend when extreme cold temperatures are to be expected.

Columbia Fire hosts 3rd annual food drive

The Columbia - Richland Fire department held their third annual 'Firefighters Feeding Families Holiday Food Drive' Wednesday.

Update: Portion of Main St. reopens after accident involving pedestrian, car

Authorities say a portion of the street near the center of the Town of Lexington has been shut down after a collision involving a pedestrian and a car.

Dangerous Cold Headed Our Way

Chief Meteorologist John Farley is tracking the winter weather system. According to John, it's going to get dangerously cold starting on Friday and continuing into early next week. On Friday the blast of arctic air arrives, with temperatures actually falling…

Transitions homeless shelter open during frigid weather

Officials with Transitions Homeless Shelter say they are open each night for those in need of shelter from the cold temperatures.

Dominion Energy prepares for cold temperatures this weekend

Hopefully you’re prepared for the cold weather that is on its way this weekend.

Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office hiring deputies

The Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office is looking to hire more deputies.

The City of Columbia issues statement on solid waste services

The City of Columbia released a statement pertaining to the collection services provided by the Solid Waste Division.

Firefighters Feeding Families raises 300 bags of food, highest all-time record

The Columbia-Richland Fire Department (CRFD) collected enough food to fill 300 bags during their 3rd annual food drive.

Arrest made in Clarendon Co. murder investigation, Sumter attempted murder

Deptuies with the Sumter and Clarendon Co. Sheriff's Offices announced an arrest Wednesday in a joint murder/attempted murder investigation.

SCDOT pre-treating roadways, bridges ahead of holiday rush

According to the South Carolina Department of Transportation, employees are working to prepare the roads for motorists ahead of the cold weather.

Lexington man charged in Amazon parking lot shooting

A 20 year-old Lexington man has been arrested after a Tuesday night shooting in the Amazon Fulfillment Center parking lot in West Columbia.

JMWSC: How to protect your pipes from freezing this Winter

In the days leading up to colder weather, the Joint Municipal Water and Sewer Commission (JMWSC) is reminding everyone how to prepare their homes to prevent their pipes from freezing.

Columbia Fire Dept. urges safety when heating homes this holiday season

As we deal with these cold temperatures, the Columbia Fire Department is urging safety when it comes to heating your home.

Richland County Offices, drop-off sites release altered holiday schedule

Richland County Government offices will be closed starting Friday, Dec. 23 through Tuesday, Dec. 27 for the upcoming Christmas holiday.

Goose Creek man indicted on child pornography charges

A federal grand jury indicted 40 year-old Michele Mancino of Goose Creek for the production and possession of child pornography.

Red Cross accepting blood donations starting today through Jan. 2

The American Red Cross is asking a little help replenishing their blood supply during the holidays.

USPS gets in full gear for busy holiday shipping

Have you ever wondered how gifts get to your house? It takes a lot of work from hundreds of Midlands employees at the United States Postal Service’s Columbia processing and distribution center.