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University of South Carolina’s Enrollment Expected to Reach 40,000 as Freshman Class Surges to Record Numbers

September 19, 2024

Exciting Times Ahead for the University of South Carolina Columbia, SC – The campus of the University of South Carolina (USC) is buzzing with excitement these days as President Michael...

Exciting Changes Ahead for Columbia as City Officials Gear Up for 2025 Legislative Session

September 19, 2024

Exciting Changes Ahead for Columbia as City Officials Prepare for Legislative Session Columbia is buzzing with anticipation as city officials gear up for a potentially ground-breaking legislative session coming in...

Controversial Water Walk Development Proposal Gains Initial Support from Irmo Town Council

September 19, 2024

Controversial Development Proposal Receives Initial Backing in Irmo In a lively meeting on Tuesday, the Irmo Town Council took the first step toward allowing a hotly debated mixed-use development known...

Congressman Joe Wilson Returns to Work After Health Scare

September 18, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Congressman Joe Wilson Returns to Work After Health Scare In Columbia, South Carolina, there’s a wave of relief and support surrounding Congressman Joe Wilson as he shares...

Tragic Accident in Columbia Claims Life of Young Public Works Employee

September 18, 2024

Tragic Accident in Columbia Claims Life of Public Works Employee Columbia, S.C. – A heartbreaking accident took place in Columbia on Friday, September 13, resulting in the tragic loss of...

Commercial Fire on Glassmaster Road in Lexington County Prompting Community Concerns

September 18, 2024

Commercial Fire in Lexington County: Eyewitness Accounts and Updates Lexington County has seen an unexpected surge of activity this evening as emergency crews swiftly respond to a commercial fire. The...

Resilience and Hope: The Journey of Abdul Quayom Rahimi from Afghanistan to South Carolina

September 18, 2024

Irmo: From Afghanistan to South Carolina – The Resilient Story of Abdul Quayom Rahimi In the quaint town of Irmo, South Carolina, Abdul Quayom Rahimi’s story emerges as a portrait...

Storm Threat Looms Over Columbia: What Residents Should Know

September 17, 2024

Storm Threat Looms Over Columbia: What You Need to Know Columbia residents, hold on to your hats! A serious weather advisory is already in place as a storm that could...

Tragic Shooting in West Columbia, S.C. Claims Two Lives

September 17, 2024

Tragic Shooting in West Columbia, S.C. Claims Two Lives WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. — A tragic incident unfolded on Sunday morning, leaving the West Columbia community in shock and mourning. The...

Construction Begins on New Psychiatric Treatment Facility for Youth in Columbia, S.C.

September 17, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Construction Underway for New Youth Psychiatric Treatment Facility Exciting news is coming from Columbia, where a groundbreaking ceremony took place on Monday to mark the beginning of...

POLITICS

Exciting Changes Ahead for Columbia as City Officials Gear Up for 2025 Legislative Session

September 19, 2024

Exciting Changes Ahead for Columbia as City Officials Prepare for Legislative Session Columbia is buzzing with anticipation as city officials gear up for a potentially ground-breaking legislative session coming in...

Controversial Water Walk Development Proposal Gains Initial Support from Irmo Town Council

September 19, 2024

Controversial Development Proposal Receives Initial Backing in Irmo In a lively meeting on Tuesday, the Irmo Town Council took the first step toward allowing a hotly debated mixed-use development known...

Big Changes Coming to Phoenix’s Transportation Scene

September 19, 2024

Big Changes Coming to Phoenix’s Transportation Scene Have you heard what’s going down in Phoenix? This vibrant city is buzzing with updates on its transportation network that could make getting...

Big Changes Ahead? Musk and Trump Team Up in Washington

September 19, 2024

Big Changes Ahead? Musk and Trump Team Up in Washington Los Angeles – A New Power Play So, it looks like former President Donald Trump has some rather ambitious plans...

Congressman Joe Wilson Returns to Work After Health Scare

September 18, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Congressman Joe Wilson Returns to Work After Health Scare In Columbia, South Carolina, there’s a wave of relief and support surrounding Congressman Joe Wilson as he shares...

Resilience and Hope: The Journey of Abdul Quayom Rahimi from Afghanistan to South Carolina

September 18, 2024

Irmo: From Afghanistan to South Carolina – The Resilient Story of Abdul Quayom Rahimi In the quaint town of Irmo, South Carolina, Abdul Quayom Rahimi’s story emerges as a portrait...

Tensions Escalate in Washington, D.C. Over Political Rhetoric and Accountability

September 18, 2024

Washington, D.C.: Tensions Rise Over Rhetoric In the bustling heart of Washington, D.C., things have been heating up lately. Amid ongoing debates about political discourse, the White House is firmly...

Senator Tuberville Advocates for Trump Support Amid Legal Challenges at Alabama Rally

September 18, 2024

Senator Tuberville’s Call for Support of Trump In a recent rally hosted in Alabama, Senator Tommy Tuberville made waves with comments suggesting that President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala...

Columbia, S.C. Secures $8.7 Million EPA Grant for Green Initiatives and Solar Energy Projects

September 17, 2024

Columbia, S.C. Takes Big Steps Towards a Greener Future It’s an exciting time for Columbia, South Carolina! On a bright Monday morning, U.S. Representative Jim Clyburn gathered with local officials...

Chaos Erupts as GOP Responds to Trump’s Second Assassination Attempt

September 17, 2024

Chaos in the City as GOP Reacts to Trump’s Latest Assassination Attempt So, here we are in the heart of the city, and let me tell you, things have been...

CRIME

Exciting Changes Ahead for Columbia as City Officials Gear Up for 2025 Legislative Session

September 19, 2024

Exciting Changes Ahead for Columbia as City Officials Prepare for Legislative Session Columbia is buzzing with anticipation as city officials gear up for a potentially ground-breaking legislative session coming in...

Tragic Shooting in West Columbia, S.C. Claims Two Lives

September 17, 2024

Tragic Shooting in West Columbia, S.C. Claims Two Lives WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. — A tragic incident unfolded on Sunday morning, leaving the West Columbia community in shock and mourning. The...

Construction Begins on New Psychiatric Treatment Facility for Youth in Columbia, S.C.

September 17, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Construction Underway for New Youth Psychiatric Treatment Facility Exciting news is coming from Columbia, where a groundbreaking ceremony took place on Monday to mark the beginning of...

Tragic Incident Raises Awareness About Domestic Violence in Columbia, S.C.

September 15, 2024

Tragic Incident Raises Awareness About Domestic Violence in Columbia, S.C. Columbia, S.C. – A somber atmosphere has settled over a local community following the tragic death of Tierra Hamer, a...

West Columbia Man Sentenced to Over 16 Years for Meth Trafficking and Illegal Firearms Sales

September 13, 2024

West Columbia Man Sentenced for Drug Trafficking In West Columbia, South Carolina, the courtroom echoed with the gravity of a serious situation as Reginald Travis Pearson faced the consequences of...

Tragic Accident in West Columbia Claims Life of Motorcycle Rider

September 11, 2024

Tragic Accident in West Columbia Claims Life of Motorcycle Rider West Columbia, S.C. – In a heartbreaking incident that has left the community in shock, a motorcycle crash on a...

ECONOMY

Exciting Changes Ahead for Columbia as City Officials Gear Up for 2025 Legislative Session

September 19, 2024

Exciting Changes Ahead for Columbia as City Officials Prepare for Legislative Session Columbia is buzzing with anticipation as city officials gear up for a potentially ground-breaking legislative session coming in...

Columbia, S.C. Secures $8.7 Million EPA Grant for Green Initiatives and Solar Energy Projects

September 17, 2024

Columbia, S.C. Takes Big Steps Towards a Greener Future It’s an exciting time for Columbia, South Carolina! On a bright Monday morning, U.S. Representative Jim Clyburn gathered with local officials...

Columbia Schools Start New Year with Reduced Teacher Vacancies

September 15, 2024

Columbia Schools Kick Off Year with Fewer Teacher Vacancies Columbia— As students in Columbia head back to school this fall, there’s a refreshing buzz in the air. Teacher vacancies are...

Cancellation of Gervais Street Bridge Dinner Raises Concerns Among Local Officials and Community

September 14, 2024

City Officials Respond to Cancellation of the Gervais Street Bridge Dinner Columbia and West Columbia are abuzz with news about the cancellation of the beloved Gervais Street Bridge Dinner, originally...

Cayce Leaders Race Against Time for $10 Million Flood Relief Grant

September 13, 2024

Cayce Faces Deadline for $10 Million Flood Relief Grant In Cayce, a city just across the river from downtown Columbia, local leaders are racing against the clock to secure a...

Irmo’s Water Walk Development Gains Approval Amid Community Concerns

September 11, 2024

Irmo’s Proposed Lake Murray Development Moves Forward After Controversy Good news, Irmo residents! The proposed development at 2947 Dreher Shoals Road/S.C. 6 is making strides following some tense meetings and...

Richland County Residents Alarmed by Rising Theft of SNAP Benefits from EBT Cards

September 7, 2024

Richland County Residents Face Increasing Theft of SNAP Benefits Richland County, S.C. — It’s a troubling trend that has families feeling uneasy. While the number of reported cases remains relatively...

Columbia Families Navigate Legal Challenges Amid Rising Divorce and Foreclosure Cases

September 7, 2024

Columbia Families Face Legal Transitions: Recent Court Summons and Notices Columbia, SC, is buzzing with important legal developments as several families navigate challenging transitions. From divorce cases to real estate...

Questions Raised Over New Structures on Beaufort County’s Bay Point Island

August 21, 2024

Questions Sparked Over New Structures on Beaufort County’s Bay Point Island BAY POINT ISLAND, Beaufort County – Unanticipated structures have emerged on the landscape of the formerly quiet Bay Point...

Side Hustle Brewing Co. Expanding to Bluffton

July 28, 2024

Side Hustle Brewing Co. Set to Expand into Bluffton BLUFFTON, JULY 26 – Exciting news for local craft beer enthusiasts comes from the noteworthy brewing company, Side Hustle Brewing Co....

SPORT

Football Buzz in Fantasy Land: New Orleans Saints Explode, Scoring Dips, and Thursday Night Preview

September 19, 2024

Football Buzz in Fantasy Land: New Orleans Saints Explode, Scoring Dips, and Thursday Night Preview! So, we’re hanging out with some exciting football chatter straight out of New Orleans today!...

New Orleans Saints Surprise NFL Fans with Impressive Start to the Season

September 19, 2024

New Orleans: Surprising Starts of the NFL Season It’s been a wild ride in the NFL these past few weeks, and if you thought you knew what was going to...

Arlington Celebrates as Rangers Triumph in High-Scoring Showdown Against Blue Jays

September 18, 2024

Arlington Looks Colorful as Rangers Rack Up a Wild Win Against the Blue Jays Hey Arlington, what a night for Rangers baseball! Last night was a rollercoaster as the Texas...

Carolina Panthers Bench Bryce Young: A Young Talent’s Dilemma Amid Support Struggles

September 18, 2024

Charlotte’s Quarterback Quandary Charlotte, a city known for its vibrant sports scene, finds itself in yet another perplexing situation, this time with the Carolina Panthers and their young quarterback, Bryce...

Jordan Chiles Launches Legal Battle to Reclaim Bronze Medal from Paris Olympics

September 17, 2024

Jordan Chiles Fights to Reclaim Her Bronze Medal In the vibrant city of Paris, there’s stirring news in the world of gymnastics! American gymnast Jordan Chiles isn’t willing to step...

Atlanta Falcons Secure Last-Minute Victory Against Eagles in Thrilling Contest

September 17, 2024

Atlanta’s Dramatic Monday Night Showdown: Cousins Rises, Falcons Thrive Atlanta’s football fans had quite the wild ride on Monday night as the Falcons and Eagles clashed in a game that...

DISASTERS

Tragic Accident in Columbia Claims Life of Young Public Works Employee

September 18, 2024

Tragic Accident in Columbia Claims Life of Public Works Employee Columbia, S.C. – A heartbreaking accident took place in Columbia on Friday, September 13, resulting in the tragic loss of...

Commercial Fire on Glassmaster Road in Lexington County Prompting Community Concerns

September 18, 2024

Commercial Fire in Lexington County: Eyewitness Accounts and Updates Lexington County has seen an unexpected surge of activity this evening as emergency crews swiftly respond to a commercial fire. The...

Storm Threat Looms Over Columbia: What Residents Should Know

September 17, 2024

Storm Threat Looms Over Columbia: What You Need to Know Columbia residents, hold on to your hats! A serious weather advisory is already in place as a storm that could...

Residents of Lexington County Frustrated Over Fiber Optic Installation Issues

September 17, 2024

Residents of Lexington County Frustrated Over Fiber Optic Installation Issues In the charming neighborhood of **Lexington County**, South Carolina, *frustration is running high* among residents after a fiber optic company...

Columbia Residents Experience Shocking Weekend as Back-to-Back Earthquakes Rattle the Midlands

September 16, 2024

Columbia Residents Rattled by Weekend Earthquakes This past weekend was a little more exciting than most for residents in the beautiful city of Columbia, South Carolina. Not just your ordinary...

Tragic Incident Raises Awareness About Domestic Violence in Columbia, S.C.

September 15, 2024

Tragic Incident Raises Awareness About Domestic Violence in Columbia, S.C. Columbia, S.C. – A somber atmosphere has settled over a local community following the tragic death of Tierra Hamer, a...

Irmo Residents Face Delay in High-Speed Internet Rollout After Water Line Incident

September 14, 2024

Irmo Community Faces Internet Development Setback In the town of Irmo, residents are experiencing an unexpected hiccup in the rollout of new high-speed internet services. The fiber optic company, Lumos...

Cayce Leaders Race Against Time for $10 Million Flood Relief Grant

September 13, 2024

Cayce Faces Deadline for $10 Million Flood Relief Grant In Cayce, a city just across the river from downtown Columbia, local leaders are racing against the clock to secure a...

Traffic Alerts in Irmo Due to Minor Vehicle Accident

September 13, 2024

Traffic Alerts in Irmo Following Minor Accident If you’re in Irmo, South Carolina, you might want to allow some extra time if you’re headed towards the dam this evening. There’s...

Tragic Accident in West Columbia Claims Life of Motorcycle Rider

September 11, 2024

Tragic Accident in West Columbia Claims Life of Motorcycle Rider West Columbia, S.C. – In a heartbreaking incident that has left the community in shock, a motorcycle crash on a...

HEALTH

Exciting Changes Ahead for Columbia as City Officials Gear Up for 2025 Legislative Session

September 19, 2024

Exciting Changes Ahead for Columbia as City Officials Prepare for Legislative Session Columbia is buzzing with anticipation as city officials gear up for a potentially ground-breaking legislative session coming in...

Congressman Joe Wilson Returns to Work After Health Scare

September 18, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Congressman Joe Wilson Returns to Work After Health Scare In Columbia, South Carolina, there’s a wave of relief and support surrounding Congressman Joe Wilson as he shares...

Construction Begins on New Psychiatric Treatment Facility for Youth in Columbia, S.C.

September 17, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Construction Underway for New Youth Psychiatric Treatment Facility Exciting news is coming from Columbia, where a groundbreaking ceremony took place on Monday to mark the beginning of...

Tragic Incident Raises Awareness About Domestic Violence in Columbia, S.C.

September 15, 2024

Tragic Incident Raises Awareness About Domestic Violence in Columbia, S.C. Columbia, S.C. – A somber atmosphere has settled over a local community following the tragic death of Tierra Hamer, a...

Congressman Joe Wilson on the Mend After Medical Emergency During Event

September 14, 2024

Congressman Joe Wilson Recovering After Medical Emergency Columbia, S.C. – It’s been a bit of a whirlwind week for Congressman Joe Wilson, who recently faced a medical scare but is...

Disturbing Events Unfold as Young Man Arrested for Exploiting Teenagers in Little Mountain, SC

September 9, 2024

Disturbing Events Unfold in Little Mountain, SC In an unsettling development in the small town of Little Mountain, South Carolina, a 20-year-old man named Trevor Oty has been arrested, accused...

Free Breast Cancer Screenings Offered by Beaufort Health Department

July 26, 2024

Free Breast Cancer Screenings Offered by Beaufort Health Department In an effort to combat breast cancer, the South Carolina Department of Public Health in conjunction with the Beaufort County Health...

Lexington County Warns of Rabid Raccoon, Promotes Safety Initiatives

July 14, 2024

Lexington County Reports Rabid Raccoon, Advises Public to be Cautious Public health officials in Lexington County, South Carolina, confirmed that a raccoon found near Stonewood Drive and Wilton Road tested...

Irmo Community Park Playground Temporarily Closed

July 10, 2024

Irmo Community Park Playground Temporarily Closed IRMO, S.C. – The playground at the Irmo Community Park is temporarily out of commission. Announced via the Town of Irmo’s Facebook page, the...

Two Hospitalized After Crash in Forest Acres

March 26, 2024

Two Hospitalized After Crash in Forest Acres Forest Acres, S.C. – A crash in Forest Acres, Landmark Drive resulted on Monday in two people being rushed to the hospital. Local...

SHOWBIZ

Exciting News for Columbia: Keller Kissam Named Ambassador of the Year

September 19, 2024

Exciting News for Columbia: Keller Kissam Named Ambassador of the Year! Good morning, Columbia! As the clouds start to part and the sun makes its appearance later today, we have...

Comedy Roast at University of South Carolina Ignites Free Speech Debate and Protests Against Hate

September 19, 2024

Comedy Roast Sparks Controversy at University of South Carolina Columbia, S.C. – A controversial comedy roast, hosted by a student organization at the University of South Carolina, went ahead as...

CMCC in Columbia Marks 20 Years of Community and Connection

September 18, 2024

Exciting Times in Columbia as CMCC Celebrates 20 Years! Columbia is buzzing with anticipation today as the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center (CMCC) kicks off its celebration of 20 fantastic years...

Exciting Town Hall Event Announced for Columbia Residents to Engage with Mayor Rickenmann

September 18, 2024

Exciting Events Ahead for Columbia Residents Columbia is buzzing with energy as our beloved Mayor, Daniel Rickenmann, prepares for his much-anticipated second annual “state of the city” town hall event!...

West Columbia Residents Raise Safety Concerns Over Proposed Housing Development

September 18, 2024

West Columbia Residents Voice Concerns Over New Housing Development WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. — It’s been a little over a month since the buzz about a new housing development began stirring...

Tips for Ensuring Your Pet’s Well-Being While You’re Away in Columbia, S.C.

September 17, 2024

Caring for Your Pet While You’re Away in Columbia, S.C. Leaving your furry friend at home can be a worrying experience. In Columbia, South Carolina, many pet owners find it...

Lexington Celebrates the Grand Opening of Old Mill Pond Trail, Enhancing Community Connectivity

September 17, 2024

Lexington Celebrates the Grand Opening of Old Mill Pond Trail LEXINGTON — On a beautiful sunny day filled with excitement and community spirit, residents of Lexington gathered on September 13,...

Volunteers Unite for Lake Murray Clean-Up Amid Gloomy Weather

September 16, 2024

Volunteers Come Together for Clean-Up at Lake Murray On a chilly Saturday morning in Lexington County, South Carolina, nearly 200 passionate volunteers from 30 different organizations ventured out to give...

Exciting Events at Jamil Shrine Center to Support Shriners Children’s Hospital

September 16, 2024

COLUMBIA, SC – Exciting Times Ahead at Jamil Shrine Center If you haven’t been keeping up with the happenings at the Jamil Shrine Center, it’s time to pay a visit...

Exciting Times in Columbia: New Leadership in Education and Sports Sparks Community Engagement

September 14, 2024

Exciting Times in Columbia: Shifts in Education and Sports Leadership Columbia, SC – It’s been a busy week here in our vibrant city with some fantastic news on the horizon....

TECH UPDATES

Pentatonix Sunday: Hallelujah! It’s A Christmas Tour Set to Visit Columbia’s Colonial Life Arena

September 4, 2024

Pentatonix Suday: Hallelujah! It’s A Christmas Tour Set to Visit Columbia’s Colonial Life Arena COLUMBIA, S.C. – Grammy award-winning and Emmy award-nominated music group Pentatonix is slated to bring their...

Port Royal in Beaufort County Inaugurates Its First Public Library

August 24, 2024

Port Royal in Beaufort County Inaugurates Its First Public Library The historic town of Port Royal, a community in Beaufort County with a history spanning 462 years, celebrated a significant...

Hilton Head Island Music Festival Returns in September

August 20, 2024

Hilton Head Island Music festival Returns in September Hilton Head Island’s beloved Island Jam music festival is returning for its second year this coming September. Spanning five full days, the...

12th Annual Savannah VOICE Festival Concludes with Reunion Concert

August 19, 2024

12th Annual Savannah VOICE Festival Concludes with Reunion Concert SAVANNAH, Ga. – The 12th annual Savannah VOICE Festival ended on a high note with a grand reunion concert at the...

Bluffton Plans First-Ever Concert Series

July 31, 2024

Bluffton Plans First-Ever Concert Series Bluffton, S.C. – The Town of Bluffton has announced that it will host its inaugural Bluffton Concert Series, a set of three community events free...

Registration Now Open for Inaugural 803 Day in Columbia, S.C.

July 4, 2024

Registration Now Open for Inaugural 803 Day in Columbia, S.C. COLUMBIA, S.C. – The Midlands area is in for a spirited celebration as registration for the inaugural 803 Day activities...

Yahoo Advertising Broadens Digital Services in Response to Rising Privacy Concerns

July 1, 2024

Yahoo Advertising Expands Digital Services Amid Renewed Privacy Concerns City of Silicon Valley – Yahoo Advertising, an integral part of the Yahoo marque family, is extending its digital services to...

Columbia Events Calendar for June – July 2024

June 21, 2024

Columbia Events Calendar for June – July 2024 Columbia has an exciting calendar of diverse events for citizens and visitors alike in June-July 2024. Art and Culture The Alexandra’s Art...

Exciting Events in Columbia: Shrek The Musical, “Make Music Day”, and “Toucan Tuesday”

June 19, 2024

Columbia Prepares for Shrek The Musical, “Make Music Day”, and “Toucan Tuesday” Tickets for the broadway rendition of “Shrek The Musical” are now available for the local audience in Columbia,...

Columbia Offers a Full Calendar of Summer Events

June 8, 2024

Columbia Offers a Full Calendar of Summer Events The city of Columbia, S.C., beckons locals and visitors alike with a buzzing calendar of summer events. From art exhibitions to sports...

SCIENCE

Zuri, Beloved Lion from Riverbanks Zoo Passes Away

September 2, 2024

Zuri, Beloved Lion from Riverbanks Zoo Passes Away COLUMBIA, S.C. — Alas, a heartbreaking loss for wildlife enthusiasts and the staff of Riverbanks Zoo in Columbia. Zuri, a celebrated male...

Exciting New Breakthrough in Solar Technology in Sacramento

June 27, 2024

Exciting New Breakthrough in Solar Technology in Sacramento Researchers from the University of California, Sacramento announced a significant breakthrough in solar technology on Tuesday. The innovative development, a new kind...

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