Several community cleanup events planned in the Midlands Saturday
You have a chance to make your community a nicer place to live. Sumter, Lower Richland, and Orangeburg are all hosting community clean up events Saturday.
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Orangeburg deputies arrest man accused of sexually assaulting a juvenile
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office says they arrested a man who has been accused of sexually assaulting a juvenile.
OCSO looking for woman they say may have information about February shooting
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office is looking for a person of interest who may have information about a deadly shooting that took place in Febraury 20. That day, deputies say they were called to a Resort Street residence for reports of a drive by shooting. Authorities say they shooting claimed the life of 43-year-old and injured a three-year-old.
DHEC says there are more opportunities than ever to get vaccinated against COVID-19 in the Midlands
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control says there are more opportunities than ever to get vaccinated in the Midlands, starting with the Columbia Place Mall on Two Notch Road. This mass vaccination site is open for both walk-in and drive-thru shots, seven days a week.
Man leads CPD on chase, barricades himself inside an apartment before being taken into custody
Columbia police say a suspect is in custody after leading officers on a chase and barricading himself inside an apartment. Investigators say the suspect ran into an apartment at the intersection of Lester and Bailey Streets, but has since been taken into custody.
UPDATE: Sumter Co. deputies say man previously reported missing now found safe
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says they are looking for a missing man with a history of mental illness. Deputies say 44-year-old Danny Gibbs Jr. was last seen on April 8, and he has not been taking his medication.
K9 Nala helps Elgin Police with multiple drug busts this week
Police in Elgin say a K9 officer played a big part in two drug busts earlier this week.
Lexington Richland Five vaccinates school staff with help from Lexington Medical Center
Friday morning, Lexington Richland School District Five partnered with the Lexington Medical Center to vaccinate its school staff. The vaccinations were done at Dutch Fork High School.
OCSO partnering with local leaders for series of neighborhood clean-up events
Beginning Saturday, community leaders and the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office are launching a series of neighborhood clean-up events, and they are looking for volunteers!
Richland Co. deputy terminated for having alcohol in his system while operating a county vehicle
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a deputy was terminated Friday, after an investigation revealed that he had alcohol in his system while operating a county vehicle.
SC House passes bill adding African American documents to required college course
(AP) - The South Carolina House has approved a bill that would revise a required college course on America's founding that hasn't been changed since 1924. The bill passed 91-12 on Thursday after Republicans agreed to a Democratic amendment that…
Two Five Points bars get liquor licenses terminated, two others suspended
The Department of Revenue has terminated the liquor licenses of two Five Points bars and suspended two others. The Department of Revenue says it has terminated the temporary liquor licenses of Breakers and Breakers Live, while Moosehead and Pavlov's licenses were suspended.
Midlands firefighters participate in swiftwater training days to prepare for water rescues
Warmer weather is on the way, and firefighters are suiting up in preparation for the water recreation season on the river. Multiple agencies, including Columbia and Lexington Fire, are conducting their swiftwater training days which include swimming drills, shore-based rescue, boat operations and more.
House Judiciary Subcommittee hears testimony on voter access bill in the Statehouse
Inside the Statehouse Thursday morning, members of the House Judiciary Subcommittee met to hear testimony on a voter access bill.
Demonstrators at the Statehouse call for Solicitor to "appropriately charge" Jonathan Pentland
In response to Jonathan Pentland's arrest, some demonstrators walked from the Statehouse to the Richland County Courthouse Thursday afternoon. Demonstrators say they are calling on Solicitor Byron Gipson to, "appropriately charge" Pentland.
Calhoun Co. Sheriff's Office: Deputy find over 100 grams of meth after man flees from attempted traffic stop
The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office says they arrested a man who was found to have over 100 grams of methamphetamine, among other drugs, after he fled from an attempted traffic stop.
Harmony Collection at Columbia hosting "Spring Fling Vendor Fair" this Sunday
You can get a little spring shopping done this Sunday at the 'Spring Fling Vendor Fair.' It will take place at the Harmony Collection at Columbia, a retirement & assisted living facility.
Jonathan Pentland suspended from instructor duties at Fort Jackson, pending completion of investigation
In a statement released Thursday afternoon, officials with Fort Jackson said that Jonathan Pentland has been suspended from instructor duties, pending the outcome of the investigation and criminal charges.
Frank Martin: ‘I did a poor job’ this year
South Carolina’s Frank Martin admits he did a bad job as men’s basketball coach this past season. He also believes his track record shows that he knows how to turn things around.
Palmetto Yacht Management coming to Clarendon County
More than 200 new jobs are sailing into the Midlands. Thursday, the Office of the Governor announced Palmetto Yacht Management is establishing operations in Clarendon County. Officials say the $3.7 million investment will create 211 new jobs.
Sumter man accused of driving victim's vehicle without consent
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a man has been charged for driving someone else's vehicle without their permission.
Elected officials holding series of vaccine clinics in northeast Richland County at end of April
Several elected officials are teaming up with MUSC Health to hold three vaccination clinics in northeast Richland County at the end of April.
Columbia VA hosting another vaccination clinic at Colonial Life Arena Saturday
The Columbia VA is hosting a mass COVID-19 vaccination clinic this Saturday. From 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., veterans of all ages, their spouses and care givers can visit the Colonial Life Arena to get the vaccine.
5th Circuit Solicitors Office releases statement on the charges filed against Jonathan Pentland
On Thursday, 5th Circuit Solicitor Bryon E. Gipson released a statement regarding the charges brought against Jonathan Pentland and the response his office received. Solicitor Gipson responded to those calling for additional charges against Pentland, saying many have called for Pentland to be charged with "unlawful restraint," a charge the solicitor says does not exist.
Columbia City Ballet celebrates 60th anniversary with "Beatles The Ballet"
The Columbia City Ballet is celebrating its 60th anniversary with a show about a legendary band! "Beatles The Ballet" will play Friday at 7:30 p.m. and on Saturday at 3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. at the Koger Center for the Arts.
