South Carolina State Fair now accepting entries for exhibits
The time is now if you want to enter an exhibit in the South Carolina State Fair.
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Lexington Two students to eat free meals in 2023-2024 school year
Students in Lexington District Two will eat for free this coming school year.
President Biden's visit to Columbia brings mixed reactions from politicians
Air Force One arrived at the airport just before noon on Thursday -- marking the first time President Biden has been in the Midlands since December 2021 when he spoke at South Carolina State's Commencement Ceremony.
Meta launches new Threads social media app
You can now follow ABC Columbia on Threads along with all other social media apps.
Cayce Police Department hosts school supply drive
The Cayce Police Department is hosting a school supply drive.
July is National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month
July is National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month and the Sumter Police Department is reminding residents to take steps to prevent their vehicles from being stolen.
U.S. mortgage rate jumps to highest this year
Mortgage rates went up again last week to the highest so far this year, an average of 6.81% for a 30-year fixed rate loan.
Alzheimer’s drug Leqembi has full FDA approval now and that means Medicare will pay for it
U.S. officials have granted full approval to a closely watched Alzheimer’s drug for patients with early stages of the disease
First drug proven to slow Alzheimers expected to be approved by FDA
Today, the Food and Drug Administration is expected to decide on granting full approval to Leqembi, the first drug proven to slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease in some patients.
Study: Link found between cholesterol levels and dementia
While the link between cholesterol and heart disease is well-known, new research shows a possible connection to Alzheimer's.
Uber launches teen accounts in Columbia
Parents in the Midlands can now set up Uber accounts for their teens.
2 million sign-ups in 2 hours: What to know about newly launched Threads
The app launched on Wednesday, a day earlier than expected.
Fairfield authorities seek tips in murder investigation
The Fairfield County Sheriff's Office is investigating a murder that happened at a party on West Peach Road on July 2.
Fortune 500 science and technology company establishes operations in Charleston
Fortune 500 science and technology company Leidos is establishing a new operation in Charleston County.
President Biden delivers remarks at Flex plant in West Columbia
President Joe Biden delivered remarks at Flex LTD plant in West Columbia earlier today.
Governor McMaster releases statement on President Biden's visit
Governor Henry McMaster released a statement regarding President Joe Biden’s visit to the Palmetto state.
OceanGate suspends all exploration and commercial operations after Titan implosion
Five people were killed during an expedition to the Titanic wreckage.
President Biden arrives in South Carolina; set to deliver remarks in West Columbia
President Biden arrived today in South Carolina at the Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
Lexington Police: Suspect accused of shoplifting alcohol worth $130
The Lexington Police Department is looking for an alleged shoplifter who took a bottle of alcohol from Knock Knock Spirits on Sunset Boulevard.
Trump aide Walt Nauta pleads not guilty in classified documents case
He is charged with conspiracy to obstruct justice and making false statements.
