Lexington Medical Center updates visitation policy in Emergency Department
In light of the recent spike in COVID-19 cases, Lexington Medical Center has updated its visitation policy.
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Richland County Coroner releases name of teen who died after accident on Peace Haven Road
Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford released the name of a teenager who died after an accident on Peace Haven Road and Holly Bickley Road.
Sumter PD: Two face charges after missing teen girls found safe in the Upstate
The Sumter Police Department says two men are facing charges in connection with two missing teen girls who were found safe in the Upstate Wednesday.
Richland County Coroner provides update on the twin boys found deceased in a vehicle Wednesday
Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford held a press conference Thursday afternoon regarding to the infant twins found deceased in a car Wednesday.
Driver dies after hitting several trees on Peace Haven Road
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says a driver died after hitting several trees on Wednesday on Peace Haven Road.
2 infants found dead inside car outside of local daycare center
Richland Co., SC (WOLO) -- The Richland County Sheriff's Department is investigating the death of two infants officials say were alone inside a vehicle. According to deputies they responded to the Sunshine House Early Learning Academy along Wilson Boulevard around…
Richland County deputies investigating the deaths of two infants
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is investigating after two infants were found dead inside a vehicle this evening.
Drew Wellness Center Pool set to close for maintenance next week
The Drew Wellness Center Pool is set to close temporarily next week. City officials say the pool will be closed for routine maintenance from September 7-September 10.
1 student killed in shooting at North Carolina high school
One student was killed in a shooting at a North Carolina high school Wednesday and authorities were looking for the suspect, officials said.
ONE-ON-ONE: Doctors Care chief medical officer explains COVID strain on healthcare system
“We’ve had increased patient volumes that have overwhelmed some of our centers. In fact, we closed 16 of our 57 centers to consolidate staff and resources to better serve the communities that we’re in," said Dr. Shelley Janssen.
Lexinton County Coroner releases name of woman killed in collision on Mineral Springs Road
Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher released the name of a woman killed in a vehicle collision on Mineral Springs Road yesterday.
Local Living: Blippi coming to Columbia this month, Town of Chapin Labor Day Festival this weekend and more!
Local Living: Blippi coming to Columbia this month, Town of Chapin Labor Day Festival this weekend and more!
DHEC: Dog exposed to rabid fox in Fairfield County
DHEC: Dog exposed to rabid fox in Fairfield County
More schools in Lexington County moving to online learning
More students in Lexington County are shifting to online learning this week.
Prisma Health Tuomey announces $15 million expansion of Emergency Department
Today, Prisma Health Tuomey announced a more than $15 million expansion of its Emergency Department.
Authorities believe missing 16-year-old may be in the West Columbia area
The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and the West Columbia Police Department are asking for you help finding a missing 16-year-old.
Richland County deputies need help identifying suspect from church burglary on Old Percival Road
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's help identifying a man they say was involved in a church burglary on Old Percival Road.
LCSD: Audio and video equipment stolen from Nazareth Lutheran Church
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is asking for help identifying an individual accused of breaking into Nazareth Lutheran Church last Wednesday.
Mineral Springs Road reopened after fatal collision in Lexington
The Lexington Police Department says Mineral Springs Road is reopened after a fatal collision Tuesday.
DHEC says you may experience COVID test result delays
Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---With the recent increase of thousands of daily COVID -19 tests, the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) says they're aware of the longer wait times at testing sites,…
RCSD: Man found guilty of vandalism at home of Jonathan Pentland during protest in April
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says the man accused of vandalizing the home of Jonathan Pentland in April was found guilty and ordered to pay a fine.
West Columbia PD: Man charged with attempted murder after shooting on Mohawk Drive
The West Columbia Police Department says they arrested a man after he shot someone on Mohawk Drive.
SC Supreme Court hears mask mandate disagreement, decision pending
The governor’s stance has been consistent, as has that of Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin. Earlier this summer, he announced a city wide mask mandate for 43 elementary and middle schools in the city.
Local Living: Registration for Miracle League Fall Baseball in Columbia, Cody Johnson coming to Township Auditorium and more!
Local Living: Registration for Miracle League Fall Baseball in Columbia, Cody Johnson coming to Township Auditorium and more!
Governor McMaster signs bill requiring doctors to give Nalaxone with opioid prescriptions for certain patients
This afternoon, Governor Henry McMaster signed a bill that requires doctors to give certain people a co-prescription of Nalaxone when they are prescribed opiates.
