City of Columbia Election Results
The polls closed in the Capital City at 7pm Tuesday.
News
Hungry Ticks On the Prowl
The Forrestry Commission is warning people to be on the look out for ticks. The bloodsucking insects that carry bacterial diseases are hungrier this year because of a mild winter and spring.
Men from Ga., SC killed in NC motorcycle wreck
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Two men from Georgia and South Carolina died after a rally to honor Vietnam veterans at the Charlotte Motor Speedway.
Man now facing murder charges in Sumter deaths
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) — A man suspected of setting a Sumter apartment fire that killed two children is now facing murder charges.
Doctor facing drug charge in W.Va. dies
WHEELING, W.Va. (AP) — A federal prosecutor says a doctor facing a drug distribution charge in West Virginia has died.
Rock Hill man gets 10 years for fake bomb robbery
ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) — A Rock Hill man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for using a fake bomb to rob a bank.
Cousin arrested, charged in Wadmalaw Island death
WADMALAW ISLAND, S.C. (AP) — Bond has been denied for a man charged in the shooting death of his cousin on Wadmalaw Island.
Jenny Sanford-Fined For Dog
SULLIVANS ISLAND, S.C. (AP) _ Former South Carolina first lady Jenny Sanford got her day in court and will pay only a $150 fine for her dog escaping her beachfront home on Sullivans Island.
Man Now Facing Murder Charges in Sumter Deaths
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) _ A man suspected of setting a Sumter apartment fire that killed two children is now facing murder charges. Timothy Donald Dingle had originally faced attempted murder and first-degree arson charges. But police say those were upgraded Monday after the children's deaths.
Voter: 'It is a big election'
With nine candidates' names on the ballot for three different seats on Columbia city council, voters come out in small numbers with big expectations.
Columbia man sentenced to life for 2007 deaths
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Columbia man has been sentenced to life in prison without parole for the 2007 deaths of a Richland County mother and daughter.
2nd man arrested in death at Columbia park
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Authorities have identified a man whose body was found in a pond at a Columbia park.
Former First Lady in Court for Dog Fine
Former South Carolina first lady Jenny Sanford is getting her day in court for dog escape. Sanford is scheduled to appear in municipal court on Sullivans Island on Tuesday.
SC Farmers in Race Against the Heat
South Carolina farmers are racing against the heat to protect their crops.
No charges in Sumter middle school fight video
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Sumter County deputies say no charges will be filed in a fight in a middle school bathroom that was uploaded to the Internet.
Business, government mix at Washington Night in SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Federal lawmakers and business leaders from around the state are joining for a discussion of federal decisions affecting South Carolina business.
Sexual Assault Awareness Month kicks off in SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Advocates of sexual assault victims are meeting to talk about the prevention, treatment and healing services provided in South Carolina.
Affordable Housing expo scheduled for Grand Strand
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) — Realtors, banks and government agencies are holding an exposition in South Carolina to teach would-be home buyers about affordable housing.
Columbia police offering Internet safety class
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Columbia police are offering a chance for people to learn how to be safe online.
Former NASA astronaut to give talk at MUSC
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — A former NASA astronaut who was the first orthopedic surgeon in space is scheduled to deliver a talk at the Medical University of South Carolina.
