Midlands animal shelters prepare for kitten season and ask for public's help
If a kitten appears sickly, dirty or crying loudly, they may be orphaned. If no mom is in sight, contact your local shelter.
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Benedict College to celebrate TechWise success
In this ABC's of Education we focus on one area college making waves in the Computer Science field here in the Midlands.
Tractor trailer crash blocks I-26 all lanes
It happened near the Peak exit. No word yet on any injuries.
Deputies: jail employee charged with assault
Investigators say Smith and a 41 year old detainee began to argue following the hearing which continued into the intake area at which time Smith punched the detainee.
Columbia man sentenced for providing contraband, trafficking
Officials with the 11th Circuit Solicitor's Office say 39 year old Ricky McField was out on bond in may of last year, when he was arrested at a highway patrol checkpoint for driving under suspension.
SC DOT announces road closures of Lawand Drive and Morninghill Drive April-August
Section of Lawand Drive and Morninghill Drive, from the intersection of Arrowwood Road and Lawand Drive to the intersection of Morninghill Drive and Frontage Road, will be closed starting Monday, April 10, 2023, at 7 a.m. for construction work.
NASCAR makes a pit stop at Governor's Mansion
NASCAR made a pit stop at the Governor's Mansion Wednesday for their Craftsman Truck Series race announcement.
Fire crews rescue "several" people, including 2 kids from burning apartment
The Columbia -Richland Fire Department continues investigating a fire that broke out at an area apartment complex Wednesday night.
Sen. Lindsey Graham speaks out about Trump indictment
Both Graham and McMaster have backed Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign, even with southern candidates in the race such as Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley.
Lt. Gov. and Palmetto Pride urge SC residents to help clean up their state
Evette added that littering and dumping can impact several industries in the state, including South Carolina’s tourism and agriculture industries.
Gov. McMaster declares April to be 'Month of the Military Child'
On average, a military family moves every 2 to 3 years.
ABC's of Education: Area colleges to clean Columbia communities
Students from both Benedict College, Columbia College and Columbia International University will come together to clean up and repair close to 50 separate locations throughout Columbia.
Former Florida governor Jeb Bush promotes school choice during visit with Republican lawmakers
Bush says his work in Florida improved private schools in that state, something he believes South Carolina can replicate.
H.S student hosts race to help kids get prosthetics
Kaden Bagley is not your typical high school junior. While he enjoys a lot of the same things staying active may not have always been an option. Bagley was forced to amputate his right leg in May of 2021 after he was involved in a boat accident while on Lake Murray.
UPDATE: Pine Grove Elementary classes go to E-Learning following ruptured pipe
Richland School District 1 says a ruptured water line was identified as the cause for the flooding that led to classes being canceled today at Pine Grove Elementary School.
88th annual Carolina Cup prepares to race through Camden
Even if horse racing is not your thing, Edwards says there are activities for all ages.
Deadline day at the State House
A crossover deadline is the last day for a bill to pass out of the chamber in which it was introduced and move forward for consideration in the other chamber.
45 Columbia fire officials move up the ranks
Congratulations are in order for 45 Columbia - Richland Fire officials who are moving up the ranks.
Blythewood roadwork aims to keep up with area's growth
“We know that Blythewood is one of the top five fastest growing municipalities in South Carolina," said Richland County District 2 councilman Derrek Pugh.
SC Senate subcommittee advances anti-transgender bill despite opposition from public
Senators are divided on the issue.
Suspected shooter faces additional charges
A suspect connected with a shooting earlier this month is being hit with additional charges.
Victim, suspect identified in Mallet Hill Rd. murder, standoff
Deputies with the Richland Co. Sheriff's Department say they responded to a shooting Sunday at the apartment complex and Straw was found outside of one of the buildings.
Brown declares win in City Council race, King concedes
The City of Columbia has a new member representing District four.
Veterans lead the charge to legalize medical marijuana in South Carolina
According to a recent poll, 72 percent of South Carolina residents support cannabis being used for medical purposes.
UPDATE: Man arrested for stolen merchandise out on bond
Man arrested after RCSD says hundreds of thousands in stolen merchandise from Walmart, Target, The Home Depot, and Lowe's located in his home released on bond.
