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Salvation Army: Fewer bellringers in the Midlands this holiday season

The Salvation Army of the Midlands is experiencing a shortage with volunteers to ring bells this year and it could result in fewer donations.

Lexington Sheriff's Department says 13 year-old Kylee Chandler found safe

The Lexington Sheriff's Department says previously missing 13 year-old Kylee Chandler was found safe.

Senate votes to force labor agreement and avert a potential national rail strike

The senators on Thursday voted on three outcomes to end the labor dispute.

Congaree National Park increasing overnight campsite fees

Congaree National Park will be increasing their nightly campsite reservation fees starting Jan. 1, 2023.

Dorchester County to gain 450 new jobs following company expansion

A leading manufacturer of industrial trucks is expanding operations in Dorchester County.

Firefighters respond to house fire on Conveyor Street

A fire spread through a home on the 5900 block of Conveyor Street says the Columbia-Richland Fire Department.

Richland County to begin road improvements at Bull Street, Elmwood Ave.

Richland County is set to begin improvements at a downtown intersection to provide greater safety and reduced waiting times for drivers and pedestrians in Columbia.

Football female referee makes history

Pioneering football referee Stephanie Frappart became the first woman to take charge of a major men’s European Club match.

AAA: National gas prices continue to decline

The cost of filling up at the pump is going down.

Judge rejects Biden’s student loan forgiveness program appeal

The Biden administration was dealt another setback in court Wednesday in its effort to revive a student loan debt relief policy.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Honor the Dream Food Drive accepting donations virtually and in-person

The annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Honor the Dream Food Drive is accepting donations to help Columbia residents who are fighting food hunger.

U.S. House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn releases statement following election win

Earlier today the U.S. House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn released a statement on his election as Assistant Democratic Leader for the 118th Congress.

Sumter's annual Cram-A-Cruiser accepting toy donations

The Sumter Police Department is partnering with The Salvation Army to make sure all local children have a gift under the tree on Christmas morning.

FEMA disaster specialists visiting homes affected by Hurricane Ian

FEMA disaster survivor assistance specialists are traveling door-to-door to homes and businesses in Charleston, Georgetown and Horry counties to help citizens affected by Hurricane Ian apply for financial aid.