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15 year-old student charged with bringing gun to Blythewood High School

A Blythewood High School student is being charged after bringing a gun to school, say Richland deputies.

Sumter deputies awarded Medals of Valor

Three Sumter deputies were awarded the Medal of Valor at the SC Sheriff's Association Annual Meeting in Columbia following their heroic actions while on duty.

Lexington detectives search for man wanted on multiple burglary warrants

The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is asking the public's help in finding 34 year-old Orlando Rodriquez Green.

Pet of the Week: Kelly

Kelly is a rambunctious, playful pup, and still has a lot of that cute puppy energy and puppy breath! Come meet her today at Pawmetto Lifeline!

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Cayce firefighters respond to large fire at America Scrap

The City of Cayce Fire Department is on the scene of a large fire at America Scrap on Charleston Hwy.

Spring Valley High students dismissed after threat investigation

Richland School District Two says students are being dismissed from Spring Valley High today due to a threat investigation.

Columbia Boat Show returns this year

The Columbia Boat Show is returning this year and will showcase local boat dealers and exhibitors at the SC State Fairgrounds on Feb. 17—19.

SCDOT: Portion of I-20 WB back open after overnight construction

South Carolina Department of Transportation says a portion of I-20 West is back open after overnight construction.

New initiative aims to keep guns out of the hands of children

Headed by the National Shooting Sports Foundation and Project Childsafe, the initiative encourages more responsible storage of firearms.

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Update: Beaufort Sheriff's say missing juvenile is found

The Beaufort County Sheriff's Office is searching for missing 10 year-old Lawson Adams in the Pinckney Colony Road area of Bluffton, SC.

West Columbia Riverwalk opens Jan. 31 after being closed due to flooding

The West Columbia Riverwalk is opening all portions of its site on Jan. 31 after being temporarily closed due to flooding.

School District Five accepting preschool, 5-year-old kindergarten registrations for 2023-24

Kindergarten and preschool registration for the 2023-2024 school year in Lexington-Richland School District Five begins on February 6.

Lexington traffic alert: I-20 W off ramp at SC6 closed tonight

A traffic alert has been issued by authorities in Lexington due to construction.

Fireflies offers new "Mug Club" ticket package

The Columbia Fireflies is launching a new ticket package for the 2023 baseball season.

Columbia High School to host “Coming Home” alumni reunion

Columbia High School and its alumni association will host the 2023 “Coming Home” alumni reunion celebration on February 3 from 4-11 p.m. in the Coach Bobby R. Young Gymnasium.

South Carolina to receive $20 million towards Broad River Electric project

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack announced South Carolina will be granted $20 million towards the Broad River Electric Cooperative, Inc. project.

Lexington Police: Suspect in ski mask wanted for stolen credit card

Lexington Police Department is looking for an individual who used a stolen credit card to purchase a $500 Vanilla Gift Card while at a Lexington Walmart on Jan. 11.