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Columbia, S.C. Appoints Dr. Edward Simmer as First Director of Public Health

November 21, 2024

Columbia, S.C. Welcomes New Public Health Director Exciting news is buzzing around Columbia, South Carolina, as Dr. Edward Simmer has been officially named the state’s very first Director of Public...

Lexington Teen Arrested After Intoxicated Crash into Local Business

November 21, 2024

Lexington Teen Crashes into Business After Drink Driving Early Wednesday morning, a quiet corner of Lexington found itself the scene of a surprising accident when a 19-year-old driver crashed a...

Parole Hearing for Susan Smith Sparks Community Outcry in South Carolina

November 20, 2024

Union, South Carolina: Parole Hearing for Susan Smith Highlights Ongoing Tragedy In Union, South Carolina, a significant moment is approaching as Susan Smith, now 53 years old, prepares for a...

Family Seeks Justice Following Fatal Shooting of Beloved Columbia Mother

November 20, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Family Calls for Justice after Tragic Shooting In the bustling city of COLUMBIA, a tragic event has rocked the community. The family of Antionette Colón, a 40-year-old...

City of Columbia Faces Traffic Snags due to Water Main Break

November 20, 2024

City of Columbia Faces Traffic Snags due to Water Main Break Hey there, Columbia residents! If you’ve taken a drive down Rosewood Drive recently, you might have noticed something wasn’t...

Irmo Moves Forward with Plans to Enhance Safety on Broad River Road

November 20, 2024

Irmo Takes Big Steps to Improve Broad River Road Safety! IRMO, S.C. — Big news is buzzing around Irmo tonight! The town is finally getting serious about making Broad River...

Tragic Shooting at Bojangles in Columbia Leaves Community Mourning

November 18, 2024

Tragic Shooting Outside Popular Fast Food Joint in Columbia Columbia, South Carolina, has been shaken by a tragic event that unfolded outside a beloved Bojangles fast food restaurant on Thursday...

Dense Fog Alert Issued for South Carolina: Essential Safety Tips for Drivers

November 18, 2024

Dense Fog Alert for the South Carolina Region: Stay Safe Out There! Good morning, South Carolina! If you’ve stepped outside today, you might have noticed that it’s a little difficult...

Lexington County Council Rejects Countywide Garbage Collection Proposal, Residents Celebrate

November 17, 2024

Lexington County Residents Breathe a Sigh of Relief as Garbage Collection Proposal Gets the Boot In a move that has left many residents celebrating, the Lexington County Council has decided...

BUSINESS

Duke Energy Appoints Tim Pearson as New South Carolina State President Amid Leadership Changes

November 21, 2024

Greenville, S.C. – Duke Energy Appoints New South Carolina State President On November 1, 2023, Tim Pearson will step into the role of South Carolina state president for Duke Energy,...

Florida Atlantic and Oklahoma State Set for High-Stakes College Basketball Showdown in Charleston

November 21, 2024

Florida Atlantic to Face Oklahoma State in Charleston Showdown CHARLESTON, South Carolina – Florida Atlantic Owls (3-2) are set to take on the Oklahoma State Cowboys (3-0) on Thursday, with...

Emus Escape in South Carolina Amid Ongoing Animal Search

November 21, 2024

Emus Escape in South Carolina Amid Ongoing Animal Search Beaufort County, SC Two large emus have escaped in South Carolina, adding another chapter to a bizarre series of animal escapes...

Governor McMaster Appoints Dr. Edward Simmer as First Director of South Carolina Department of Public Health

November 20, 2024

Governor McMaster Appoints First Director of South Carolina Department of Public Health Columbia, South Carolina — On Tuesday, Governor Henry McMaster announced the appointment of Dr. Edward Simmer as the...

Emus on the Loose in South Carolina: Community Joins Search for Thelma and Louise

November 20, 2024

Emus on the Run: Escape from a South Carolina Farm In Horry County, South Carolina, two emus named Thelma and Louise have taken flight from their home, creating a buzz...

Excitement Grows in Columbia as Scout Motors Unveils First Electric Vehicles and Promises Economic Boost

November 20, 2024

Columbia, South Carolina – Excitement Grows as Scout Motors Unveils New Electric Vehicles Columbia is buzzing with anticipation following the unveiling of Scout Motors’ first electric vehicles. On November 15,...

Chick-fil-A on Killian Road Reopens After Exciting Renovations

November 20, 2024

Chick-fil-A on Killian Road is Open Again! Hey there, northeast Columbia! If you’ve been longing for your favorite chicken sandwich, we’ve got some exciting news for you. The Chick-fil-A at...

Columbia Children’s Theatre Faces Financial Challenges, Urgent Community Support Needed

November 20, 2024

Columbia’s Beloved Children’s Theatre Faces Uncertain Future Columbia, SC – In a city known for its rich arts scene, the Columbia Children’s Theatre (CCT) has been a staple of joy...

Columbia Sees Support for Low-Income Students Amid Voucher Program Controversy

November 19, 2024

Columbia, South Carolina – Educational Voucher Program Supported by Donor Contributions In a recent turn of events, Columbia, South Carolina has become the focal point of an educational funding controversy...

Events/What's Happening

Columbia Prepares for Joyous “Home for the Holidays” Concert with South Carolina Philharmonic

November 21, 2024

Columbia Readies for a Festive Evening with the South Carolina Philharmonic As the holiday season rushes in and the sun shines brightly over Columbia, folks are buzzing with excitement for...

Cayce Brings Holiday Cheer with Exciting Christmas Celebrations This December

November 21, 2024

Hello, Cayce! It’s That Time of Year Again! Christmas spirit is about to sparkle through the streets of Cayce, South Carolina! The beloved tradition of Christmas in Cayce is making...

Excitement in Elgin: Local Star to Shine on Wheel of Fortune!

November 21, 2024

Excitement in Elgin: Local Star to Shine on Wheel of Fortune! Elgin, SC (WOLO) — Get ready to cheer, Wheel Watchers! Something big is about to happen this Wednesday, November...

Columbia’s Bluff/Atlas Road Improvement Project Set to Transform Community with Exciting New Developments

November 21, 2024

Exciting Developments Ahead: Columbia’s Bluff/Atlas Road Improvement Project Columbia, S.C. is buzzing with excitement as the vision for the Bluff/Atlas Road Improvement Project unfolds! A detailed plan was shared on...

FEMA Representatives to Visit Lexington Residents for Disaster Assistance

November 20, 2024

FEMA is Coming to Your Door in Lexington! LEXINGTON, SC – Exciting news for residents of Lexington County! This week, you might just find a friendly face knocking at your...

Columbia’s Koger Center Launches “Live Outside” Initiative to Showcase Local Musicians

November 20, 2024

Columbia’s Koger Center Embraces Local Talent with New Outdoor Performances If you’ve been strolling through Columbia lately, you might’ve noticed that the Koger Center for the Arts has taken a...

Columbia Declares December as Wreaths Across America Month to Honor Veterans

November 20, 2024

COLUMBIA, SC: A Month to Honor Our Veterans Great news is buzzing around Columbia, South Carolina! Governor Henry McMaster has officially declared December as “Wreaths Across America Month”. This special...

FEMA Announces Assistance Outreach for Lexington Residents Following Recent Disasters

November 19, 2024

FEMA Reaches Out to Lexington Residents! Hey there, Lexington! Exciting news on the horizon as the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) swings into action in your community. Yes, you heard...

Cayce’s Century-Old Grammar School Set for Transformation into Hattie’s Crossing Residential Development

November 19, 2024

Cayce’s Historical Transformation: A New Beginning for a Century-Old School Welcome to Cayce, South Carolina, where history meets modern living! The town is buzzing with excitement as plans unfold to...

CRIME

Lexington Teen Arrested After Intoxicated Crash into Local Business

November 21, 2024

Lexington Teen Crashes into Business After Drink Driving Early Wednesday morning, a quiet corner of Lexington found itself the scene of a surprising accident when a 19-year-old driver crashed a...

Parole Hearing for Susan Smith Sparks Community Outcry in South Carolina

November 20, 2024

Union, South Carolina: Parole Hearing for Susan Smith Highlights Ongoing Tragedy In Union, South Carolina, a significant moment is approaching as Susan Smith, now 53 years old, prepares for a...

Family Seeks Justice Following Fatal Shooting of Beloved Columbia Mother

November 20, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Family Calls for Justice after Tragic Shooting In the bustling city of COLUMBIA, a tragic event has rocked the community. The family of Antionette Colón, a 40-year-old...

Tragic Shooting at Bojangles in Columbia Leaves Community Mourning

November 18, 2024

Tragic Shooting Outside Popular Fast Food Joint in Columbia Columbia, South Carolina, has been shaken by a tragic event that unfolded outside a beloved Bojangles fast food restaurant on Thursday...

Columbia Community Mourning After Fatal Shooting at Fast Food Restaurant

November 17, 2024

Columbia in Shock After Fast Food Shooting In a heartbreaking turn of events, residents of Columbia, South Carolina, are grappling with the tragic news of a shooting that has left...

Columbia Residents Alerted as Sheriff’s Department Seeks Help in Gold Chain Theft Case

November 14, 2024

Columbia Residents on Alert: Man Wanted for Gold Chain Theft Columbia, S.C. – Attention, Columbia! The Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) needs your help in tracking down a man who...

Columbia Woman Has Terrifying Bathroom Surprise with Snake Encounter

November 12, 2024

Columbia Woman’s Shocking Encounter With a Snake! Columbia, S.C. – If you thought your bathroom was safe, think again! Last week, a woman in Columbia awoke to an unexpected visitor...

Columbia Community Relieved as Fugitive Wanted for Murder is Captured in Hospital

November 12, 2024

Columbia Community Breathe a Sigh of Relief: Fugitive Capture Brings Closure Columbia, South Carolina – The manhunt for a fugitive wanted on a murder charge in Tennessee has come to...

Yemassee in South Carolina Faces Challenge as 43 Rhesus Macaque Monkeys Escape from Research Facility

November 10, 2024

Yemassee Faces Ongoing Challenge as Monkeys Remain on the Loose Yemassee, South Carolina – An unusual incident unfolded this week when 43 rhesus macaque monkeys escaped from the Alpha Genesis...

POLITICS

Parole Hearing for Susan Smith Sparks Community Outcry in South Carolina

November 20, 2024

Union, South Carolina: Parole Hearing for Susan Smith Highlights Ongoing Tragedy In Union, South Carolina, a significant moment is approaching as Susan Smith, now 53 years old, prepares for a...

Irmo Moves Forward with Plans to Enhance Safety on Broad River Road

November 20, 2024

Irmo Takes Big Steps to Improve Broad River Road Safety! IRMO, S.C. — Big news is buzzing around Irmo tonight! The town is finally getting serious about making Broad River...

Lexington County Council Rejects Countywide Garbage Collection Proposal, Residents Celebrate

November 17, 2024

Lexington County Residents Breathe a Sigh of Relief as Garbage Collection Proposal Gets the Boot In a move that has left many residents celebrating, the Lexington County Council has decided...

Cayce Celebrates $2.1 Million Donation to Build New Visitor’s Center at 12,000 Year History Park

November 15, 2024

Exciting Times for Cayce: $2.1 Million Donation for Visitor’s Center Located in the heart of Lexington County, Cayce is buzzing with excitement! Recently, the city received a remarkable $2.1 million...

Lexington County Council Postpones Controversial Vehicle Service Fee Amid Community Outcry

November 14, 2024

Lexington County Residents Breathe a Sigh of Relief LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. — In a recent twist of events that left many residents feeling relieved, the Lexington County Council made the...

Turning the Tide: South Carolina’s Teacher Shortage May Be Easing

November 12, 2024

Turning the Tide: South Carolina’s Teacher Shortage May Be Easing! Columbia, S.C. – In a state where the concern for the education system has been palpable, some good news is...

Exciting Developments in Lexington-Richland 5: $240 Million Bond Creates Buzz!

November 12, 2024

Exciting Developments in Lexington-Richland 5: $240 Million Bond Creates Buzz! Lexington, SC – Big changes are coming to the Lexington-Richland 5 School District, thanks to a whopping $240 million bond...

Rainy Day Voting in Columbia: House District 75 Contest Heats Up as Bauer Leads Finlay

November 7, 2024

Rainy Day Voting in Columbia: The Battle Heats Up for House District 75 Columbia saw a steady drizzle this morning, with rain likely to continue into the afternoon. As folks...

Columbia’s R.J. May Faces Federal Investigation Yet Secures House Seat Victory

November 6, 2024

Columbia’s Controversial Election Result: R.J. May Wins Despite Federal Scrutiny The small city of Columbia, S.C. is buzzing with chatter following the recent news about state representative R.J. May, who...

SPORTS

Trust Issues in Fantasy Football: Unveiling the Fantasy Bros Trust Meter

November 21, 2024

Trust Issues: Breaking Down Fantasy Players with the Fantasy Bros Trust Meter Hey, fantasy football enthusiasts! Hope you’re enjoying your Thursday in the city. Today on the latest episode of...

NBA Season Surprises and Disappointments: Early Highlights and Low Points

November 21, 2024

NBA Season Surprises and Disappointments: A Month In With the NBA season just about hitting the one-month mark, basketball fans from Cleveland to Golden State are buzzing with excitement and...

Week 11 Recap: Essential Insights for Dominating Week 12 Fantasy Football Lineups

November 20, 2024

Week 11 Recap: Time to Gear Up for Week 12 Fantasy Football! Hi there, fantasy football fanatics, and welcome back! As we sit here in our cozy homes across the...

Boston Celtics Hand Cleveland Cavaliers Their First Loss of the Season in Thrilling Showdown

November 20, 2024

Boston Shakes Up the NBA: Celtics Hand Cavs First Loss of the Season Boston came alive last night as the Boston Celtics faced off against the Cleveland Cavaliers in what...

Tensions Escalate as Iran Responds to New EU and UK Sanctions

November 19, 2024

DUBAI – Tensions Rise Over New Sanctions Against Iran So, things are heating up again in the Middle East as Iran is hitting back hard against new sanctions imposed by...

Dallas Cowboys Suffer Fifth Straight Loss as Houston Texans Prevail 34-10

November 19, 2024

Dallas: Cowboys Face Tough Times as Texans Dominate So, let’s talk about what went down in Dallas last night. The good ol’ Dallas Cowboys were at home, looking to turn...

Houston Texans to Face Baltimore Ravens on Christmas Day with Beyoncé Headlining Halftime Show

November 18, 2024

Houston, Texas: A Christmas Day Like No Other! Get ready for a holiday spectacular, Houston! This Christmas, it’s not just about unwrapping presents and gathering with family. Instead, fans are...

Cincinnati Bengals Comeback Falls Short as Chargers Secure Last-Minute Victory

November 18, 2024

Cincinnati Bengals Fall Short in Heart-Pounding Comeback Against Chargers Last night in Cincinnati, fans were on the edge of their seats as the Bengals staged an incredible comeback against the...

25th Anniversary of Texas A&M Bonfire Tragedy: Community Gathers for Remembrance Ceremony

November 17, 2024

College Station: A Heartfelt Remembrance College Station, Texas, is getting ready to mark a tough anniversary that’s been etched into the hearts of the Aggie Family. It’s been 25 years...

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