Update: Portion of Main St. reopens after accident involving pedestrian, car
Authorities say a portion of the street near the center of the Town of Lexington has been shut down after a collision involving a pedestrian and a car.
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US Covid cases top 100 million says Johns Hopkins University
Upwards of 100 million Covid-19 cases have been reported in the US since the start of the pandemic.
TSA: Holiday travel to reach pre-pandemic levels
Many Americans will be going over the river and through the woods during the holidays.
Transitions homeless shelter open during frigid weather
Officials with Transitions Homeless Shelter say they are open each night for those in need of shelter from the cold temperatures.
Tamiflu supply being released from national stockpile
The Biden administration is planning to release an undisclosed amount of Tamiflu from the Strategic National Stockpile.
Tylenol shortage reported in some parts of U.S.
Frustrated parents in some part of the country are reporting they can’t find children’s pain relievers.
Last-minute gift ideas for Christmas
The Christmas holiday is just days away…
Dominion Energy prepares for cold temperatures this weekend
Hopefully you’re prepared for the cold weather that is on its way this weekend.
Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office hiring deputies
The Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office is looking to hire more deputies.
The City of Columbia issues statement on solid waste services
The City of Columbia released a statement pertaining to the collection services provided by the Solid Waste Division.
Firefighters Feeding Families raises 300 bags of food, highest all-time record
The Columbia-Richland Fire Department (CRFD) collected enough food to fill 300 bags during their 3rd annual food drive.
Arrest made in Clarendon Co. murder investigation, Sumter attempted murder
Deptuies with the Sumter and Clarendon Co. Sheriff's Offices announced an arrest Wednesday in a joint murder/attempted murder investigation.
SCDOT pre-treating roadways, bridges ahead of holiday rush
According to the South Carolina Department of Transportation, employees are working to prepare the roads for motorists ahead of the cold weather.
Lexington man charged in Amazon parking lot shooting
A 20 year-old Lexington man has been arrested after a Tuesday night shooting in the Amazon Fulfillment Center parking lot in West Columbia.
JMWSC: How to protect your pipes from freezing this Winter
In the days leading up to colder weather, the Joint Municipal Water and Sewer Commission (JMWSC) is reminding everyone how to prepare their homes to prevent their pipes from freezing.
SBA Working Capital Loan deadline is Jan. 19
South Carolina businesses have until Jan. 19 to apply for working capital loans says the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
Mental health services in high demand this holiday season
In health news, the holidays can be tough for those struggling with depression and mental illness.
Columbia Fire Dept. urges safety when heating homes this holiday season
As we deal with these cold temperatures, the Columbia Fire Department is urging safety when it comes to heating your home.
President Zelenskyy to visit White House today
President Biden is set to welcome Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to the White House.
New Year's Eve numerals arrive in New York City!
The countdown to the New Year is on and a sure sign that we are soon to ring in 2023... the giant seven-foot tall numbers for the New Year Eve's ball drop in New York City have arrived.
