Traffic stop yields marijuana seizure
Deputies with the Orangeburg Co. Sheriff's Office say a faulty traffic light lead to the discovery of a large amount of marijuana.
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Pawmetto Lifeline helping control cat population at Midlands prison
Officials say this coming Monday they will partner with the Department of Corrections in an effort to trap feral cats at Kirkland Correctional Institution.
SCDNR offering free boat inspections for Labor Day weekend
If you plan on hitting the water this Labor Day weekend, the Department of Natural Resources can make sure you're ship-shape and it won't cost you a dime.
CDC marks increase in Midlands' COVID hospitalizations
According to the CDC, both Richland and Lexington Counties have seen a more than 60% increase in hospitalizations for COVID in the past week.
Lexington police seek suspect in AC thefts
Investigators say the man seen in this surveillance image took the units, valued at $1200, from Lowe's on Sunset Blvd. on August 14th.
Midlands man accused of attempting to solicit minor on-line
A spokesperson for the Attorney General's Office says Benjamin Catoe solicited a person he believed to be a minor for sex and encouraged them to produce child sexual abuse material.
West Nile detected among Columbia mosquitos
A city spokesperson says in an effort to control the insect's population and reduce the risk of mosquito-borne illnesses, the city will be spraying through the remainder of the summer.
Trader Joe's issues multigrain cracker recall
Trader Joe's says its multigrain crackers with sunflower and flax seeds might contain metal.
Former President Donald Trump back at home after surrendering to Georgia Authorities
Trump is back at his New Jersey home after surrendering to authorities in Georgia for charges accusing him of conspiring to overturn the 2020 election results
Bond denied for Richland County Store owner accused in shooting of teen
Chow is charged in the shooting death of 14 year old Cyrus Carmack-Belton.
High school football game cancelled due to surge in COVID
COVID is once again impacting the Midlands high school athletic calendar.
Deputies: Woman killed, man injured in Thursday night shooting
Richland Co. Deputies say what began as a response to a water leak turned into a murder investigation.
Local Living: Repticon, Stomp the Swamp, and more
Take a look at some of the events happening around town in a look at your Local Living
Lego creates blocks for the visually impaired
The toy maker 'Lego' is creating a new version of their building blocks that those with visual impairment can enjoy as well
Newberry College celebrates opening of new nursing facility
Previously, Newberry’s nursing program shared a building with other departments. Students and staff say that a new building will allow for better instruction.
Opinions vary after SC Supreme Court upholds fetal heartbeat law
Many are expressing their approval and disapproval after South Carolina Supreme Court ruling the state’s Fetal Heartbeat and Protection from Abortion Act constitutional.
New joint police substation opens in Orangeburg
The opening of a new substation at the corners of Goff Avenue and Buckley Street is a joint effort between Orangeburg's Department of Public Safety, the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office, South Carolina State University, and Claflin University.
Store owner accused in teen's murder due in court Friday
According to a court docket, Rick Chow will have a bond hearing Friday at 9am.
SC State Head Coach Pough to retire after '23 season
The close of the 2023 football season will mark the end of an era for South Carolina State football.
It's Back: Pumpkin Spice Latte returns to Starbucks
In a tweet Starbucks announced the return today of the Fall favorite: "Reentering our pumpkin era. "Pumpkin Spice Latte and Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew are back
