Lexington-Richland Five looking for substitute teachers
This Saturday, Lexington-Richland School District Five will hold a virtual teacher recruitment event. It takes place from 8:30-11:30 a.m.
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RCSD hosts toiletry drive for Midlands seniors
Midlands seniors have been particularly hard hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. Tuesday, the Richland County Sheriff's Department is holding a toiletry drive for seniors through Project H.O.P.E. or "Helping Our Precious Elderly."
The COMET launching new "Don't Miss Your Shot" campaign to give rides to vaccination sites
On Thursday, The COMET will launch their new campaign, titled "Don't Miss Your Shot," which will provide free rides to COVID-19 vaccination sites. The free rides to major vaccine sites in Richland and Lexington counties are available to anyone eligible to receive the vaccine.
Chaplain for the Richland County Sheriff's Department dies from COVID-19
The Richland County Sheriff's Department announced its first line of duty death due to COVID-19 as Chaplain Barrett dies from the virus.
Columbia Fire Department celebrates 118 years of service
The Columbia Fire Department is celebrating its 118th birthday today! The brave men and women of the CFD have been fighting fires in the capital city since 1904.
CPD investigating weekend shooting on North Main Street
The Columbia Police Department says one man is hurt after a shooting on Saturday. Authorities say it happened at the City Food Mart on North Main Street. According to investigators, one man suffered an injury to his hand.
Rep. Joe Wilson kicks off legislative agenda press tour
On Monday, Congressman Joe Wilson kicked off his annual legislative agenda press tour. Congressman Wilson says his legislative agenda will focus on four areas including creating jobs, promoting conservative solutions, safeguarding our military and national security and defeating the pandemic.
RCSD investigating Friday shooting on St. Andrews Road
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is investigating a shooting that left a woman injured on Friday.
SCHP: Driver dies after vehicle hits tree on Flora Drive in Richland
Highway Patrol says one person died after a vehicle hit a tree on Saturday on Flora Drive near Trader Mill Road.
Columbia Fire crews respond to fire at Willow Run Apartments
Just after 3 p.m. on Friday, crews with the Columbia Fire Department say they responded to a two alarm fire at Willow Run Apartments off Alcott Drive.
Fort Jackson trainee in critical condition after suffering gunshot wound Friday, identified
Officials with Fort Jackson say a trainee was evacuated by Emergency Medical Services after suffering a gunshot wound while preparing for training on Friday.
Richland One entering hybrid learning model on Monday
Richland School District One is entering a hybrid learning model on February 1.
RCSD hosting Valentine Blood Drive on February 12
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is hosting a Valentine Blood Drive.
Lexington-Richland Five hosting virtual Teacher Recruitment Event
On February 6, Lexington-Richland School District Five will host a virtual Teacher Recruitment Event for prospective educators to learn about and apply for employment opportunities.
RCSD: Assault suspect arrested after turning himself in Thursday morning
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a man wanted for assault and battery turned himself in at RCSD headquarters on Thursday morning.
CFD: One individual found dead in Gadsden house fire on Tuesday
The Columbia Fire Department says one person died in a house fire in Gadsden on Tuesday. Authorities say it happened on Congaree Church Road after 7:30 p.m.
Columbia Housing Authority preparing to move residents out of Marion Street High Rise
The Columbia Housing Authority is preparing to move residents out of the Marion Street High Rise. The CEO of Columbia Housing said the move is meant to keep residents safe, citing several maintenance and safety concerns with the building, which was built in 1975.
Richland Co. Councilman hosts drive thru COVID testing, mask giveaway event
Richland County Councilman Derrek Pugh is holding a series of free COVID-19 testing and mask giveaway events.
Richland District Two holding virtual job fair in February
Richland School District Two and SC Works Midlands are teaming up to host a virtual job fair on February 4.
RCSD: Man arrested, charged with murder of 16-year-old
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a man has been arrested and charged with murdering a 16-year-old.
Activists allege abuse and neglect at Camille Graham Correctional Institution
Community activists and family members say women in custody at Camille Graham Correctional Center in Columbia are the victims of abuse and negligence.
Richland County coroner identifies victims from fatal collision on Screaming Eagle Road
The Richland County Coroner's Office has identified two people involved in a fatal collision after a chase with law enforcement Monday.
Columbia Councilman Sam Davis will not seek re-election
Columbia Councilman Sam Davis says he will not seek re-election this year. He made the announcement at a press conference Wednesday morning.
RCSD: December double homicide suspect arrested in North Charleston
According to the Richland County Sheriff's Department, 32-year-old James Toatley was arrested in connection with a December 19 shooting on Fairfield Road that left two men dead.
