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DHEC says bat found in Richland County tested positive for rabies

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) confirmed yesterday that a bat found in Columbia tested positive for rabies.

Sep 14, 2022 1:26 PM EDT

Jessica Mejia,

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) confirmed yesterday that a bat found in Columbia tested positive for rabies.

Rent and utility bills assistance still available through September 30

Richland County’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) is helping residents affected by the COVID-19 pandemic by helping pay for rent and utility bills.

Sep 12, 2022 11:04 AM EDT

Jessica Mejia,

Richland County’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) is helping residents affected by the COVID-19 pandemic by helping pay for rent and utility bills.

ONE-ON-ONE: Congressman Joe Wilson discusses successes and challenges with SC residents

Aug 23, 2022 6:13 PM EDT

Alex Tejada,

Congressman Wilson says he is hearing many of the same concerns from South Carolinians.

LASON BUTLER: Family of man who died in custody moving forward with lawsuit against Richland County, detention center staff

Aug 3, 2022 6:14 PM EDT

Alex Tejada,

The attorney’s presentation stated that Butler faced subhuman conditions of confinement and suffered deliberate indifference to serious medical needs.

1 person killed in Richland Co. motorcycle crash

Jul 5, 2022 10:07 PM EDT

ABC Columbia Staff,

One person is dead after authorities say the motorcycle they were driving ran off the right side of the road and struck a utility pole Tuesday evening.

Empowerment for Peace Walk encourages Columbia community to choose peace over violence

Feb 21, 2022 12:17 PM EST

Mike Olson,

A walk to ‘Restore the Village’ took place in North Columbia Sunday to remind the community to choose peace over violence.

Richland County holds meeting for public feedback on proposed redistricting maps

Jan 24, 2022 12:17 PM EST

Mike Olson,

Richland County held a meeting Sunday for residents to give their feedback on proposed redistricting maps. The new districts are set to be finalized in February.