Deputies searching for man accused of armed robbery at a Dollar General in Cassatt
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Gang member living in Pelion pleads guilty to trafficking cocaine
According to the Eleventh Circuit Solicitor's Office, a gang member who lives in Pelion pled guilty to trafficking cocaine and was sentenced to 15 years in prison yesterday.
Kershaw County schools begin school year amid surge in COVID cases
“I’m so glad that they’re back in school. I really am," said Camden parent Lindsey Gainey.
Activists gather in the Midlands, call on lawmakers to pass "For the People Act"
Activists in the Midlands joined a nationwide effort to call on lawmakers to pass the "For the People Act" before their upcoming recess.
Local Living: Register for the City of Columbia's After-School program, school supply drive this month and more!
Local Living: Register for the City of Columbia's After-School program, school supply drive this month and more!
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin responds to AGs letter regarding mask mandate in schools
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin responds to AGs letter regarding mask mandate in schools.
SCSO: Suspect arrested, accused of fatal shooting at the Melted Whiskey in Sumter
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says they arrested a man accused of a shooting at the Melted Whiskey Sunday morning.
SC State partnering with Walmart to offer COVID-19 vaccines Saturday
South Carolina State University and Walmart will host a vaccination event this Saturday at the Smith Hammond Middleton Memorial Center.
RCSD: Man arrested after exposing himself while running an in-home salon
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a man was arrested Tuesday for exposing himself to a woman while he was running an in-home salon.
RCSD looking for individuals involved in burglary of a home under renovation
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for help identifying two individuals they say are responsible for the burglary of a home undergoing renovations.
Southern Current investing $38.8 million into expanding operations in Lee County
According to the Office of the Governor, Southern Current plans to expand its operations in Lee County.
Lexington Medical Center to offer COVID-19 vaccines on Sundays
Lexington Medical Center will now offer vaccines on Sundays. A spokesperson for the hospital says the expansion is due to an increasing number of COVID-19 cases throughout the Midlands.
School boards of Richland One and Two each holding meetings Tuesday
The school boards of both Richland One and Richland Two will host meetings tonight to discuss topics including mask wearing.
Country's first Anne Frank Center opening at UofSC
Columbia and the University of South Carolina is now home to the country's first Anne Frank Center. It is one of four worldwide.
Lexington-Richland Five School Board discusses COVID-19 protocols, plans for school year
The possibility of virtual learning was discussed at the Lexington-Richland Five School Board meeting on Monday. The board went over the district's COVID-19 protocol and decision making guide.
Richland County releases statement as it considers next step in COVID-19 response
With the recent rise in COVID-19 cases in the state, officials with Richland County are considering their next move in the fight against the virus.
Suspect arrested after fatal shooting on Westover Acres Lane in Kershaw
The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office has arrested a man accused of a fatal shooting on Monday at Westover Acres Lane.
Attempted murder suspect out on bond arrested again for weapons, drug charges
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) - A man out on bond for attempted murder is back behind bars after Lexington Police made a drug and weapons arrest during a traffic stop Sunday night. Stolen AR-15, ammunition, and drugs…
Governor and Columbia residents react to increase in COVID cases
“It’s free. It’s convenient. The lines are not like they used to be. You can get in and get out," McMaster said at a press conference Monday. "Go ahead and make your decision.”
Former Orangeburg DPS officer charged for use of force incident was previously fired from the Calhoun County Sheriff's Office
We're learning more about the history of a former Midlands law enforcement officer charged with assault, after Orangeburg police say he stomped on the head and neck of a man he suspected may have had a gun. According to documents obtained from the Calhoun County Sheriff's Office, David Lance Dukes was terminated from his position there for creating a "hostile work environment."
SCSO: Man wanted for fatal shooting outside the Melted Whiskey in Sumter
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says they are looking for a man who is wanted for the fatal shooting outside the Melted Whiskey Sunday morning.
Local Living: Irmo PD National Night Out on Tuesday, Registration closes this week for Columbia Youth Lacrosse and more!
Local Living: Irmo PD National Night Out on Tuesday, Registration closes this week for Columbia Youth Lacrosse and more!
Clarendon County deputies asking for information about truck theft in the Manning area
The Clarendon County Sheriff's Office is asking for any information related to a truck theft in the Manning area.
Sam Johnson officially files in the race for mayor of Columbia
Sam Johnson officially threw his hat into the ring for Columbia's upcoming mayoral race today.
Lexington PD arrest man after finding drugs, stolen AR-15 and nearly 100 rounds of ammunition during traffic stop
The Lexington Police Department says they arrested a man after they found a stolen AR-15, nearly 100 rounds of ammunition, marijuana and Oxycodone pills during a traffic stop overnight.
