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SC organization comes to Columbia after proving success with keeping former inmates from returning to jail
How is the Palmetto State leading the nation in keeping former inmates from going back to jail?
T.S. Martin Neighborhood Park Playground now open in Columbia
An eight-acre park playground is now open for business in Columbia. Mayor Steve Benjamin and city leaders cut the red ribbon at the T.S. Martin Neighborhood Park Playground on Edison Street this afternoon.
Local Living: Not-So-Spooky Halloween Stroll Thursday, Blythewood Fall Festival Rodeo this weekend and more!
Local Living: Not-So-Spooky Halloween Stroll Thursday, Blythewood Fall Festival Rodeo this weekend and more!
RCSD: Middle school student charged after bringing loaded gun to school
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a student at St. Andrews Middle School was arrested Wednesday, after bringing a loaded gun to school. Deputies say this is the fourth student to be charged with bringing a weapon on school property this week in Richland County.ย
RCSD asking for help identifying armed robbery suspect at Walmart on Killian Road
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's help identifying a man accused of robbery at the Walmart on Killian Road.ย
Midlands organization adds piece to solving puzzle of homelessness in Columbia
โThese families are going to succeed because they want to succeed, do better and be independent," Sauls concluded.
Local Living: Famously Hot Pride this weekend, Spooky Saturdays at the State Museum and more!
Local Living: Famously Hot Pride this weekend, Spooky Saturdays at the State Museum and more!
Final weekend of the 2021 South Carolina State Fair
If you still haven't made it out to the South Carolina State Fair, this is the last weekend the Midway will be open!
Could a vaccine mandate for City of Columbia employees be on its way?
With private companies issuing vaccine mandates in Columbia, the city itself has yet to do so for its employees. The city audited its workforce last month and found that just more than half of employees were vaccinated. Since offering a $500 incentive to get the shot, that percentage is up to 78%.
RCSD investigating shooting death at apartment complex on Longcreek Drive
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says it is investigating the shooting death of a man at an apartment complex in Columbia last night.
Several Midlands groups taking part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Saturday is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. In the Midlands, you can bring your unused or expired medications to several locations.
American Association of Nurse Practitioners honors UofSC nursing students and staff for pandemic service
The American Association of Nurse Practitioners is honoring the life saving efforts of the University of South Carolina School of Nursing students and staff during the pandemic.
Pilot taken to hospital after crashing on runway at Owens Field Airport
Authorities are investigation after a small plane crashed on the runway at Owens Field Airport this morning. The pilot was the only one involved in the crash, and he has since been transported to the hospital.
Local Living: Community Cookout in Ridgeway, Deceased Farms is back and more!
Local Living: Community Cookout in Ridgeway, Deceased Farms is back and more!
LCSD: Columbia man accused of smuggling over 40 pounds of marijuana through airport
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says a Columbia man is accused of smuggling over 40 pounds of marijuana while flying home from California.
Transitions Homeless Center celebrates 10th anniversary with fundraising event
The Transitions Homeless Center is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a special fundraiser today. The "Reconstructing Home" fundraiser is happening from 6-10 p.m. at the Columbia Museum of Art.
Columbia PD responds to plane crash at Owens Field Airport
The Columbia Police Department says officers are assisting at the scene of a plane crash at Owens Field Airport. Authorities the only passenger was the pilot, and he has been taken to the hospital.ย
Richland One celebrates "Navy Day" at Dreher High School
Wednesday, Richland School District One celebrated Navy Day with a ceremony, as part of Navy Week here in Columbia.
Local Living: City of Columbia hosting job fair tomorrow, Walk to End Alzheimer's this weekend and more!
Local Living: City of Columbia hosting job fair tomorrow, Walk to End Alzheimer's this weekend and more!