Richland News
8th annual Reggaetronic Music Festival returns to Lake Murray this June
The 8th annual Reggaetronic Music Festival is returning to Lake Murray next month. On Saturday, June 19, you can visit Spence Island from 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m. for the free floating festival with music of different genres, including modern reggae, funk, rock and electronic.
WWE Summer Slam Tour coming to Colonial Life Arena this August
WWE's Summer Slam Tour is coming to Colonial Life Arena.
Pam Tebow, mother of Tim Tebow, delivers commencement address for the Ben Lippen School
While her son is suiting up for the Jacksonville Jaguars this summer, Pam Tebow was here in the Midlands. Mrs. Tebow delivered the commencement address for the Ben Lippen School Friday morning at Shandon Baptist Church.
Local first responders roll up their sleeves for a good cause in the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive
Today, Columbia police, Richland County deputies and Columbia firefighters rolled up their sleeves to save lives and have a little friendly competition. Each year, departments partner with the Red Cross to see which agency can donate the most blood.
City of Columbia opens misting stations throughout the city to keep you cool
The City of Columbia wants to help keep you cool this summer. The city has opened misting stations at parks throughout Columbia.
RCSD investigating a homicide after a man is found unresponsive in a car with bullet holes in it
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is investigating a fatal shooting after they found a man unresponsive in a car that had bullet holes in it.
Columbia Fire: No injuries, seven displaced after Friday morning fire on Durham Creek Court
Just after 11 a.m. on Friday, Columbia Fire crews say they responded to fire that tore through a home on Durham Creek Court. Authorities do not report any injuries, but they say seven people have been displaced due to the fire.
County reports low water pressure at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center, says issue will be resolved today
A spokesperson for Richland County says there has been low water pressure at the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center since Monday due to ongoing plumbing work. They anticipate the work being completed today.
Columbia city leaders unveil new mural at Valencia Park
A new piece of artwork commemorates the desegregation of Columbia's schools. Mayor Steve Benjamin and other city leaders were on site to dedicate a mural titled "The Pursuit of Education, Rosewood Elementary, and School Desegregation" at Valencia Park Thursday afternoon
Columbia authorities investigating three fires in the Booker-Washington Heights neighborhood
The Columbia Police Department says they are working with the Columbia Fire Department to investigate the causes of three fires that occurred in the Booker-Washington Heights neighborhood.
Columbia resident wins $300,000 playing Carolina Bonus Cash lottery
One lucky Columbia resident won $300,000 playing the Carolina Bonus Cash lottery. The winning ticket was bought for $10 at the Shiv Food Mart on Harden Street.
Columbia VA hosting Virtual Town Hall Friday afternoon
The Columbia VA will host a Virtual Town Hall meeting for veterans served by the health care system. This event will be hosted Friday at 1 p.m. on Microsoft Teams.
Ceasefire Columbia program aims to crack down on gun violence in the city
Ceasefire Columbia program aims to crack down on gun violence in the city
Columbia PD announces arrest made in connection with fatal shooting at the Colony Apartments this month
The Columbia Police Department says a man wanted in connection with a fatal shooting at the Colony Apartments earlier this month turned himself in to police on Wednesday.
EdVenture offering free admission for military families this Memorial Day Weekend
The EdVenture Children's Museum is giving free admission to military families this Memorial Day Weekend. Free admission is valid for military service members and up to four family members.
Sheriff Leon Lott joins Rep. Todd Rutherford to explain new law designed to combat catalytic converter thefts
Here in the Midlands, hundreds of converters are stolen every year. On Tuesday, Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott joined Representative Todd Rutherford to explain a new law, sponsored by Rutherford, that will combat the growing thefts.
Local authorities call on the community to donate blood in the Battle of the Badges this Friday
Tuesday, the Columbia Police Department, Columbia Fire Department and Richland County Sheriff's Department issued a challenge for blood donations. They're kicking off the annual "Battle of the Badges Blood Drive" which takes place Friday.
48 cadets graduating from SCYCA Wednesday morning
The South Carolina Youth ChalleNGe Academy will have a graduation ceremony for its 46th class Thursday morning. 48 cadets will graduate from the program which leads, trains and mentors at-risk youth ages 16-18 to help them become productive and successful citizens.
DHEC to start offering Johnson & Johnson vaccine at Columbia Place Mall on Thursday
DHEC is changing the vaccine it will offer at the Columbia Place Mall. Starting this Thursday, only the single dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine will be available instead of Pfizer's shot.
Columbia Housing offering stipend to Saint Andrews Terrace residents who chose to stay through gas leak
A spokesperson for Columbia Housing says residents at Saint Andrews Terrace apartments were given the option whether to evacuate or not due to a gas leak. Officials say the families that chose to remain in their units will be given a $500 stipend to cover inconveniences like not being able to use the stove or hot water.
Lights installed at All-Stars Baseball Field on Lester Drive
Local little leaguers will now be able to play night games at one Midlands ballpark. Lights were installed at the All-Stars baseball Field on Lester Drive.
Richland County woman sentenced to 20 years for attempted murder and related charges
The Fifth Circuit Solicitor's Office says a Richland County woman was sentenced to 20 years in prison for a shooting incident in the Rosewood Community in February 2017.
Quilts of Valor lays quilts on the Statehouse steps to thank veterans on Sunday
On Sunday, quilts coated the steps of the Statehouse, all to thank our veterans for their service. The Quilts of Valor Foundation works to bring comfort and healing to service members and veterans touched by war, through their quilts.
Help local police and firefighters compete for a good cause in the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive on Friday
You can join local law enforcement and firefighters in the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive. It starts Friday from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Richland County Decker Center and at the Charles Drew Wellness Center.
