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Remains of Columbia native World War II soldier to be buried at Fort Jackson

The remains of a Columbia native World War II soldier will be buried at Fort Jackson on Friday, March 14.

Trespasser who causes schools to go on lockdown arrested, Cayce Police say

A person was arrested in connection with trespassing on Friday afternoon, according to Cayce PD.

Circle Volunteer Fire Department to host oyster roast and concert

The Circle Volunteer Fire Department is hosting an oyster roast and concert next Saturday, March 22.

Woman Sues Cpd, City Of Columbia, And Former Officer After Alleged Assualt

Woman sues Columbia Police, City of Columbia, and former officer after alleged assault

A woman is suing the City of Columbia, the Columbia Police Department and one of its former officers.

Memorial service planned for Grammy-nominated R&B singer Angie Stone

A memorial service was planned for Friday near Atlanta for Grammy-nominated R&B singer Angie Stone, who was killed in a car crash south of Montgomery, Alabama.

The Orangeburg Co. Sheriff's Office searches for shoplifting suspect

Orangeburg Co Sheriff's Office needs help identifying a suspect accused of stealing storage crates from an area Dollar General store.

CPD arrests woman accused of reckless homicide after deadly crash kills young passenger

Columbia Police arrest woman charged with reckless homicide after police say she failed to properly restrain a young child

All-tape Adhesive Manufacturing Inc selects Lexington County for first South Carolina location

A company that makes adhesives is sticking to the Midlands.

Lawsuit filed against Dept. of Mental Health reveals details in two 2023 murders

A lawsuit filed against the Department of Mental Health and a local home care facility is revealing gruesome details in two 2023 murders.

NASCAR's Josh Berry and Josh Harris test their endurance at Fort Jackson

"Coming here and watching these brave men and women that've chosen to serve their country, and seeing them put all this effort in, just makes you feel really fortunate for what we get to do on Sundays," says Berry.

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Local Living: Learn about the importance of a trust

Local Living: Learn about if having a trust is the right choice.

Riverbanks Zoo gives preview of new Saluda Skyride

A first look at the new Saluda Skyride was unveiled at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden on Thursday, March 13.

SC House passes $14 billion budget

House members at the State House have approved the $14 billion spending plan for South Carolina.

Forest Acres Police: 1 arrested after domestic situation turns into deadly early morning shooting

Forest Acres Police Department gave an update on a deadly early morning shooting.

Gun safety advocates rally at SC State House

At the State House on Thursday, March 13, gun safety advocates gathered there this afternoon.

Keeps the Midlands Beautiful to help developing countries with show drive

Keep the Midlands Beautiful has set up a container in front of the Batesburg-Leesville Town Hall for a show drive.

SLED special agents requesting public help about information on early morning November church fire

Special Agents with the S.C. Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is requesting public help about an early morning November church fire, said SLED.

Man linked to sale of meth in Sumter community arrested, Sumter Police say

A Sumter man who is linked to the sale of methamphetamine in the Sumter community is in custody and charged, said Sumter Police.

EFP, LLC. expanding Lee County operations

A company that deals with high-volume molding, fabrication and cold chain solution announced on Wednesday it is expanding its operations in Lee County.

CPD patrol officer accused of assault, misconduct in office is arrested

The Columbia Police Department has announced the arrest and termination of one of its patrol officers accused of Assault and Misconduct in Office

Proceeds from sale of new home will benefit families experiencing homelessness

Representatives of three charitable organizations say the proceeds from the sale of a new project known as "Michael's House" will be used to help families experiencing homelessness.