Midlands gas prices average $2.79 per gallon
Gas prices here in the Midlands could be on the way down the closer we get to Christmas.
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Inmates make gifts for long-term care residents through "Operation: Spread the Joy"
Bryan Stirling with the SC Department of Corrections and Connie Munn with the SC Department on Aging say over 1,600 presents will be given out to long-term care residents -- all made by inmates across the state.
Improvements on Alpine Road revealed
One of the Midlands busiest roads got a face lift.
Local Living: SC Philharmonic’s Home for the Holidays concert
Local Living: SC Philharmonic’s Home for the Holidays concert
Inmate charged after incident at Kershaw County Detention Center
One inmate will be criminally charged after an incident at the detention center in Kershaw County, said Kershaw County Sheriff Lee Boan.
SC school cell phone ban raises safety concerns following Wisconsin school shooting
After winter break, all South Carolina public schools will enforce a state-mandated total cell phone ban. It’s led some to raise concerns about limited communication during emergencies like Monday’s school shooting in Madison, Wisconsin.
SC Dept of Ed creates initiative to have phone-free schools beginning in 2025
The South Carolina Department of Education has created an initiative to create a phone-free school environment beginning in 2025, according to officials.
SC Dept. of Education publishes 'PragerU Standards Aligned Resources' despite controversy
The partnership between the South Carolina Department of Education and conservative media organization PragerU appears to have advanced in December as "PragerU Standards Aligned Resources" have appeared on the department's official website.
South Carolina Gamecocks to be featured in new Netflix football documentary series
Gamecocks fans will have a chance to relive the magical 2024 season thanks to Netflix teaming up with the Southeastern Conference for an inside look at 10 teams in one of the best leagues in college football.
Lexington-Richland School District Five cellphone ban
One of the Midlands largest school districts will join the rest of the state in officially banning cellphones beginning in January.
RCSD: Man charged with murder after roommate dies weeks after assault
A man has been charged with murder after a victim died weeks later after an assault, said deputies.
Richland County coroner releases name of victim who died after Tuesday fatal crash
Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford has released the name of the person who died after a fatal crash on Tuesday, said the coroner's office.
SC Electoral College cast ballots to certify state's vote for Donald Trump
While voters choose the president, it’s the Electoral College that actually elects the commander in chief.
SCHP investigates deadly McCord's Ferry Rd crash
Richland Co., SC (WOLO) --- The South Carolina Highway Patrol says they are still investigating a crash that claimed one life along McCord's Ferry Road Tuesday morning. According to Master Trooper William Bennett with…
Prosperity Police asking for public's help finding owner of Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)
The Prosperity Police Department is asking for the public's help finding the owner of a Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV), according to the police department.
Lott provides updates on shooting deaths of two 15-year-olds, arrests of three 14-year-olds
"He slides the gun back with his finger on the trigger, and of course when the slide goes back, the gun shoots, hits the 15 year old and kills him. That 15-year-old's life is gone for absolutely no reason," says Lott.
South Carolina death row inmate makes final appeal, says trial lawyer wasn't prepared
A man convicted of murder who is expected to be the next inmate scheduled for execution in South Carolina is making a final appeal to the state Supreme Court, saying his trial lawyer was inadequately prepared and had too much sympathy for the victim.
Columbia man sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for drug, firearm offenses
A Columbia man has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to distribution of 50 grams or more of methamphetamine and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking offense, said the DOJ.
LPD: Man accused of using stolen ID to buy phone
Police in Lexington are looking for a man they say used a stolen identity to buy a cellphone.
MUSC unveils new upright MRI machine, advancing care for Ehlers-Danlos patients
MUSC is taking a step toward advancement with the installation of an upright MRI machine as a part of their Operation Upright campaign.
Local Living: Holiday Light Show On The River
Local Living: The Midland’s largest drive-thru light show is now underway.
Lexington Police asking for donations for North Carolina children in need
The Lexington Police Department has partnered with For Life Medical Transport to collect toys that will be taken to Rutherford County, North Carolina to support families who were impacted by Hurricane Helene.
Medicaid expansion in SC could offer healthcare to roughly 350,000 uninsured residents
Ahead of the upcoming legislative session, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network is advocating for improved access to healthcare.
SLED charges man in connection with fatal shooting of 35-year-old man
SLED has charged a man for a fatal shooting that happened last month in Sumter, said officials.
Unrest at Kershaw County Detention Center
Kershaw County Sheriff’s Office’s special response team and SLED were involved in putting detainees back in their cells at the detention center.
