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Construction workers enhancing pedestrian safety on a busy road

Tragic Pedestrian Accident Claims Life in West Columbia

May 2, 2025

News Summary A fatal accident occurred on April 30, 2025, when Zackary Ryan Rose, a 30-year-old pedestrian, was struck and killed while crossing U.S. 1/Augusta Road in West Columbia. Authorities...

Vibrant mural representing Columbia's landmarks and culture

Columbia’s Public Art Scene Flourishes with New Murals

May 2, 2025

News Summary Columbia’s public art scene is undergoing a vibrant renaissance, with new murals and installations enriching the city’s cultural landscape. Artists like Ija Charles have created works that celebrate...

Police officers investigating a shooting scene

Man Arrested for Armed Robbery and Shooting in Columbia

May 2, 2025

News Summary A 49-year-old man named Kacie Butler has been arrested following a shooting incident during an armed robbery that occurred in downtown Columbia. Butler is facing multiple charges including...

Healthcare workers collaborating in a hospital

Columbia Hospitals Achieve High Safety Grades

May 2, 2025

News Summary Three hospitals in the Columbia area have earned commendable safety grades in the latest report from the Leapfrog Group. Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge and Prisma Health Baptist maintained...

South Carolina Wildfire Response

Mandatory Evacuations Issued Due to South Carolina Fires

May 1, 2025

News Summary Residents in Greenville and Pickens counties are facing mandatory evacuations due to the Persimmons Ridge and Table Rock fires. The South Carolina Forestry Commission has issued these orders...

Fatal Collision on I-77

Driver Dies in Collision with Deer on I-77 in South Carolina

May 1, 2025

News Summary A tragic accident occurred on Interstate 77 in York County, South Carolina, where a driver died after colliding with a deer. The incident, which took place on Tuesday...

Columbia Place Mall Incident Response

Shooting Incident at Columbia Place Mall Injures One

May 1, 2025

News Summary A shooting at Columbia Place Mall in Columbia, South Carolina, injured one person on Wednesday afternoon. Authorities responded quickly, confirming no ongoing threat. The incident has raised concerns...

Conceptual design of a new Interstate 20 interchange in Lexington County

Lexington County Plans New Interstate 20 Interchange

May 1, 2025

News Summary Lexington County is advancing plans for a new interchange on Interstate 20 at Calks Ferry Road to alleviate rising traffic congestion. The project, backed by a $1 million...

Exterior view of a chicken processing plant with safety signs

Spartanburg Man Faces Charges for Tampering with Chicken Plant Chemicals

May 1, 2025

News Summary William Jason Taylor, a 51-year-old from Spartanburg, has been charged by federal authorities for tampering with chemical mixtures at a Sumter chicken processing plant. Taylor is accused of...

BUSINESS

Inside the New JINYA Ramen Bar in Charleston

JINYA Ramen Bar Opens New Location in Charleston, SC

May 2, 2025

News Summary JINYA Ramen Bar has launched its second South Carolina location at 850 Morrison Drive in Charleston, increasing its total to 69 outlets nationwide. The new restaurant is part...

Economic Impact of Clemson University

Clemson University Drives $6.4 Billion Economic Impact in SC

May 2, 2025

News Summary Clemson University has been shown to contribute $6.4 billion to South Carolina’s economy. This impact, highlighted during a Board of Trustees meeting, emphasizes the university’s crucial role in...

Aiken Chamber Small Business Day Gathering

Aiken Chamber of Commerce Attends Small Business Day

May 2, 2025

News Summary On April 29, 2025, around 30 members of the Aiken Chamber of Commerce participated in the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce’s annual Small Business Day. With 85% of...

Families in supportive housing program at St. Andrews Village

Lexington County Launches St. Andrews Village for Homeless Families

May 2, 2025

News Summary Lexington County is set to address its homelessness crisis with the St. Andrews Village project, transforming a former hotel into 31 supportive housing units for families. Funded by...

Interior of Ratio, a Peruvian tapas restaurant in Elgin

Peruvian Tapas Restaurant Ratio to Close After Five Years

May 2, 2025

News Summary Elgin’s popular Peruvian tapas restaurant, Ratio, is set to close on June 28, 2025, after five successful years in business. Owner Javier Uriarte highlighted his responsibilities as a...

Celebrating Michelin's 50-Year Anniversary

South Carolina Celebrates Michelin’s 50-Year Legacy

May 1, 2025

News Summary Michelin North America, Inc. celebrated its 50th anniversary in South Carolina, marking a significant milestone. The event was attended by state and local leaders at Michelin’s headquarters in...

Exterior view of Mother’s Oysters + Pies Restaurant in Lexington

Mother’s Oysters + Pies to Open in September 2025

May 1, 2025

News Summary Mother’s Oysters + Pies is set to debut in September 2025 at the Shoppes at Flight Deck plaza in Lexington. With a diverse menu featuring fresh, regional oysters...

Exterior view of Little Caesars restaurant on grand opening day with happy customers.

Little Caesars to Open New Location in Columbia

May 1, 2025

News Summary A new Little Caesars restaurant is scheduled to celebrate its grand opening in Columbia’s Elgin area on May 3, 2025, at 185 Earth Road. The event begins at...

Beauty supply store facing the challenges of rising tariffs.

Rising Tariffs Impact Beauty Supply and Hair Styling in Columbia, S.C.

May 1, 2025

News Summary The beauty supply and hair styling industry in Columbia, S.C. is facing challenges due to rising tariffs on imported goods. Salon owners struggle with increased costs and balancing...

Events/What's Happening

Students celebrating during the Palmetto’s Finest Awards ceremony in South Carolina.

SCASA Announces 2024-25 Palmetto’s Finest Award Winners

May 2, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA) has announced the winners of the 2024-25 Palmetto’s Finest awards, honoring schools for outstanding student achievement and innovative practices. The...

People enjoying community events in Columbia SC

Columbia, SC Weekend Filled with Festivals and Events

May 2, 2025

News Summary This weekend in Columbia, SC, a variety of music, art, and community events are taking place, including the BirdFest bluegrass festival featuring headliners Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder....

Fireworks display at Lake Murray Independence Day Celebration 2025

Lake Murray’s 37th Annual Independence Day Celebration

May 1, 2025

News Summary Lake Murray, SC, is preparing for its 37th Annual Independence Day Celebration on June 28, 2025. Sponsored by Lexington Medical Center, the event features South Carolina’s largest fireworks...

Newly constructed section of the Saluda Shoals Riverwalk with people biking and walking.

Irmo Begins Construction on Saluda Shoals Riverwalk Project

May 1, 2025

News Summary The Irmo-Chapin Recreation Commission has initiated construction on the Saluda Shoals Riverwalk, a $22 million project aimed at enhancing outdoor recreation in the area. The groundbreaking ceremony took...

Crowd enjoying a live concert performance with colorful lights in the background.

Columbia SC Prepares for Dynamic Concert Lineup in May 2025

April 30, 2025

News Summary In May 2025, Columbia, SC will host an exciting array of concerts featuring legendary artists such as Patti LaBelle, Gladys Knight, and Chaka Khan. Various venues will showcase...

Attendees gathered at the SCDOT Workers Memorial Ceremony in Columbia, SC.

SCDOT Honors Fallen Workers at Annual Memorial Ceremony

April 30, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina Department of Transportation honored employees lost in the line of duty during its annual Workers Memorial ceremony in Columbia. This year’s event remembered Jerad Devin...

Community members at the Lexington Spring Career Expo and Porch Party

Lexington County Announces Spring Career Expo and Porch Party

April 30, 2025

News Summary Lexington County will host a Spring Career Expo on May 6, showcasing job opportunities for the 2025-2026 school year, and a Spring Porch Party on May 8, featuring...

Newly constructed Saluda Shoals Riverwalk with people engaging in outdoor activities.

Groundbreaking Ceremony for Saluda Shoals Riverwalk

April 30, 2025

News Summary Officials celebrated the groundbreaking of the Saluda Shoals Riverwalk on April 29, 2025. This 8.5-mile path will connect Lexington, Irmo, and Columbia, enabling outdoor activities like walking, biking,...

Teens volunteering at the Irmo Branch Library

Irmo Teens Awarded Friends of the Irmo Library Scholarships

April 29, 2025

News Summary MaKiley Ford and Andrew Zhao, both dedicated Junior Volunteers at the Irmo Branch Library, have been awarded the 2025 Friends of the Irmo Branch Library Scholarships, each receiving...

CRIME

Construction workers enhancing pedestrian safety on a busy road

Tragic Pedestrian Accident Claims Life in West Columbia

May 2, 2025

News Summary A fatal accident occurred on April 30, 2025, when Zackary Ryan Rose, a 30-year-old pedestrian, was struck and killed while crossing U.S. 1/Augusta Road in West Columbia. Authorities...

Police officers investigating a shooting scene

Man Arrested for Armed Robbery and Shooting in Columbia

May 2, 2025

News Summary A 49-year-old man named Kacie Butler has been arrested following a shooting incident during an armed robbery that occurred in downtown Columbia. Butler is facing multiple charges including...

Columbia Place Mall Incident Response

Shooting Incident at Columbia Place Mall Injures One

May 1, 2025

News Summary A shooting at Columbia Place Mall in Columbia, South Carolina, injured one person on Wednesday afternoon. Authorities responded quickly, confirming no ongoing threat. The incident has raised concerns...

Exterior view of a chicken processing plant with safety signs

Spartanburg Man Faces Charges for Tampering with Chicken Plant Chemicals

May 1, 2025

News Summary William Jason Taylor, a 51-year-old from Spartanburg, has been charged by federal authorities for tampering with chemical mixtures at a Sumter chicken processing plant. Taylor is accused of...

Security personnel at a bar during nighttime

Security Guard Arrested for Attempted Murder in Columbia

May 1, 2025

News Summary Marcus Thomas, a 33-year-old security guard, has been arrested on attempted murder charges following a shooting incident at My House bar in Columbia. After denying entry to a...

Execution Scene Depiction

Tragic End in South Carolina: Mikal Mahdi Executed by Firing Squad

April 30, 2025

News Summary Mikal Mahdi was executed by firing squad in South Carolina on April 11, 2025, marking the state’s second use of this method in weeks. His execution sparked renewed...

Chaos After Myrtle Beach Shooting

Tragic Mass Shooting in Myrtle Beach Leaves One Dead, Eleven Injured

April 30, 2025

News Summary A mass shooting in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, on Saturday night resulted in the death of an 18-year-old and injuries to eleven others. The chaos erupted around midnight...

Remembrance for Nathanial Baker

Columbia Community Grieves Loss of Student in Hit-and-Run

April 29, 2025

News Summary The University of South Carolina is mourning the tragic death of junior Nathanial Baker, who was killed in a hit-and-run incident. The crash involved a driver who allegedly...

Gaffney Drug Trafficking Investigation

Gaffney Woman Faces Serious Consequences in Drug Case

April 29, 2025

News Summary Ashley Nicole Cromer, 39, pleaded guilty to charges of drug trafficking, including the distribution of methamphetamine and fentanyl. Her guilty plea reveals a larger conspiracy involving multiple individuals...

POLITICS

A city street in Columbia with trees and underground utility infrastructure.

Columbia Plans to Enhance Urban Aesthetics by Burying Utility Lines

April 29, 2025

News Summary Columbia officials are considering a new ordinance to place power and communication lines underground, promoting urban greenery and improving the city’s visual appeal. Requested by Mayor Rickenmann, the...

Courtroom scene depicting legal proceedings

Columbia Attorney Represents Hunter Biden in Federal Case

April 25, 2025

News Summary Columbia’s own Dick Harpootlian is stepping into a high-profile case representing Hunter Biden in a federal libel lawsuit against Patrick Byrne. The accusations stem from claims that Hunter...

Asperitas clouds forming a wave-like structure in the stormy sky.

Columbia Residents Treated to Rare Asperitas Clouds

April 24, 2025

News Summary On a stormy morning in Columbia, residents were treated to a rare sight as Asperitas clouds formed in the sky. This captivating cloud formation resembles undulating waves, offering...

Protests against conversion therapy in Columbia

Columbia’s Controversial Conversion Therapy Ordinance Under Fire

April 24, 2025

News Summary Columbia faces controversy as Attorney General Alan Wilson calls for the repeal of its ordinance banning conversion therapy for minors. Enacted in June 2021 to protect LGBTQ youth,...

Carolina Wildfires Scene

Carolina Wildfires Prompt State of Emergency and Evacuations

April 23, 2025

News Summary Wildfires have engulfed South Carolina, leading to a state of emergency and mandatory evacuations in affected areas. Firefighters work to combat over 170 wildfires, with the largest near...

Senate Hearing on Health Nomination

Columbia Senate Committee Votes Against Dr. Simmer’s Nomination

April 21, 2025

News Summary In a surprising decision, the Senate Medical Affairs Committee in Columbia, South Carolina, voted against the nomination of Dr. Edward Simmer as the first director of the South...

Political Turbulence in South Carolina

Dr. Edward Simmer’s Nomination Faces Opposition in South Carolina

April 17, 2025

News Summary Dr. Edward Simmer’s nomination to lead the South Carolina Department of Public Health has encountered significant resistance, with the Senate Medical Affairs Committee voting against him. This marks...

Artistic depiction of South Carolina's cultural diversity and history

Columbia, South Carolina Faces Cultural Backlash Amid Funding Cuts

April 16, 2025

News Summary Columbia is grappling with cultural uncertainty as the South Carolina Humanities Council faces significant federal funding cuts, jeopardizing cherished local programs. With the loss of over $1 million,...

A community gathering discussing the homelessness crisis in Columbia.

Columbia Faces Rising Homelessness Crisis

April 15, 2025

News Summary Columbia is grappling with a severe homelessness crisis, with the population surging by 22% over the past year. Mayor Daniel Rickenmann has introduced a new committee to develop...

SPORTS

Dawn Staley Statue Unveiling Celebration

Columbia Honors Dawn Staley with Historic Contract and Statue

April 30, 2025

News Summary Columbia, SC, is buzzing as they celebrate Dawn Staley, head coach of the South Carolina women’s basketball team, with a record-setting contract and an upcoming statue unveiling. The...

Beau Atkinson Joins Ohio State

Raleigh’s Beau Atkinson Transfers to Ohio State

April 24, 2025

News Summary Beau Atkinson, a standout EDGE rusher from Raleigh, North Carolina, has committed to Ohio State after a competitive recruitment process. Having spent two successful seasons at North Carolina,...

First responders playing basketball for suicide prevention awareness

Columbia’s First Responders Unite for Suicide Prevention Game

April 17, 2025

News Summary On Saturday at 6 p.m., Columbia’s first responders will lace up for the 2nd Annual Basketball Game for Suicide Prevention at Union United Methodist Church. The Irmo firefighters...

South Carolina Gamecocks SEC Championship Win

South Carolina Gamecocks Win SEC Championship Against Texas

April 14, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina Gamecocks showcased their dominance in women’s basketball by winning their third consecutive SEC Tournament Championship, defeating the Texas Longhorns 64-45. Head coach Dawn Staley led...

Participants running in the Governor’s Cup Road Race in Columbia

Columbia Celebrates 52nd Annual Governor’s Cup Road Race

April 14, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina, hosted the 52nd Annual Governor’s Cup Road Race, attracting runners and spectators for a weekend filled with fitness and fun. This longest-running road race in...

College Basketball Game Action

MiLaysia Fulwiley Plans Transfer After Championship Loss

April 12, 2025

News Summary MiLaysia Fulwiley, a sophomore guard for the South Carolina Gamecocks, intends to enter the transfer portal following the team’s defeat to UConn in the NCAA championship game. Fulwiley,...

Artist performing the National Anthem at a baseball game

Becca Bowen to Perform National Anthem at Fireflies Game

April 12, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina is thrilled as Becca Bowen, a rising country music star, prepares to sing the National Anthem at the Fireflies game. Known for her unique blend...

Women's Basketball Team Celebration

Dawn Staley Secures Record-Setting Contract Extension

April 5, 2025

News Summary Dawn Staley has signed a landmark contract extension with the University of South Carolina, making her the highest-paid coach in women’s basketball history. The deal will keep her...

Columbia SC Football Celebration

Chaos Erupts After Gamecocks Victory in Columbia

April 1, 2025

News Summary After a thrilling win over Texas A&M, Columbia, SC, experienced chaos as a shooting left three injured. The incident occurred near Williams-Brice Stadium, prompting swift police action and...

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