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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...

Community members searching for missing Broadway performer Zelig Williams

Search Intensifies for Missing Columbia Broadway Performer Zelig Williams

April 24, 2025

News Summary The disappearance of Zelig Williams, a 28-year-old Broadway performer, has left the Columbia community in distress since he vanished on October 3, 2024. His family and friends are...

Police presence at an intersection in Columbia

Columbia Police Arrest Local Man in Indecent Exposure Case

April 24, 2025

News Summary Columbia Police have arrested Joey Leaphart, a registered sex offender, for indecent exposure at a busy intersection. His arrest highlights the importance of community vigilance and safety. Following...

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,...

Car Crash Scene in Little River

Tragic Car Crash in Little River Claims One Life

April 23, 2025

News Summary A deadly car crash in Little River, South Carolina, on January 18, 2025, involved two vehicles and resulted in the death of 43-year-old Heather Hairston. The driver of...

Columbia Winter Scene

Columbia Weather Forecast: Possible Snow This Weekend

April 23, 2025

News Summary Columbia is gearing up for a chance of snowfall starting Friday night, potentially lasting through Saturday morning. The National Weather Service is monitoring conditions, suggesting temperatures could drop...

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...

South Carolina Firing Squad Execution

South Carolina Executes Mikal Mahdi by Firing Squad

April 23, 2025

News Summary In a somber event, South Carolina executed Mikal Mahdi by firing squad on Friday evening. This marks the second use of this controversial execution method in just five...

Fire at Legacy Charter School

Greenville Man Charged with Arson After School Buses Fire

April 23, 2025

News Summary A 39-year-old man, Charles E. Williamson, has been charged with arson for allegedly setting fire to several school buses at Legacy Charter School in Greenville, SC. The incident,...

BUSINESS

Smalls Sliders Interior

Smalls Sliders Opens Doors in Spartanburg

April 24, 2025

News Summary Smalls Sliders is set to open in Spartanburg on February 18, 2025. The restaurant will offer delicious cheeseburger sliders, fries, shakes, and more. With strong community ties and...

SCARNG Verizon Partnership

Verizon Partners with South Carolina Army National Guard

April 24, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina Army National Guard (SCARNG) has secured a partnership with Verizon Business, designating Verizon as the primary wireless communications provider. This contract will supply connectivity for...

Milo's Tea Co. New Facility

Milo’s Tea Co. Opens New Facility in Spartanburg

April 24, 2025

News Summary Milo’s Tea Co. has officially opened a new production and distribution facility in Spartanburg, South Carolina, marking a $200 million investment. The expansive 250,000 square foot facility is...

Upscale steakhouse interior with wine cellar

Lexington Introduces ‘Ember’: An Upscale Steakhouse Opening in May 2025

April 24, 2025

News Summary Lexington, SC, is set to welcome ‘Ember,’ a new upscale steakhouse scheduled to open in May 2025. Positioned at 101 West Main St., Ember takes over the former...

Clean Energy Future in South Carolina

New Leadership at Duke Energy in South Carolina

April 23, 2025

News Summary Duke Energy announces Tim Pearson as the new South Carolina state president, replacing Mike Callahan. Pearson, who has a strong background in government affairs and policy, is set...

SpokeWorks Bicycle Workshop

Michael Haldeman Named South Carolina’s Small Business Person of the Year

April 23, 2025

News Summary Michael Haldeman, owner of SpokeWorks Bicycle Workshop in Summerville, has been awarded South Carolina’s Small Business Person of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration. This recognition...

Michelin 50th Anniversary Celebration

Michelin Celebrates 50 Years in South Carolina

April 23, 2025

News Summary Michelin North America marks a significant milestone as it celebrates its 50th anniversary in South Carolina and 35 years at its Greenville headquarters. The event spotlighted the company’s...

Charleston Bar Scene

Charleston Faces Liquor Liability Law Challenges Amid Insurance Hikes

April 23, 2025

News Summary Charleston is grappling with rising liquor liability insurance costs that are impacting local businesses. Lawmakers are looking to amend existing laws to relieve financial burdens on bar and...

Lift Technologies Facility Expansion

Lift Technologies Inc. Expands in Westminster

April 23, 2025

News Summary Lift Technologies Inc., known as Lift-Tek, is set to expand its manufacturing facility in Westminster, Oconee County. This major project includes a 110,000 square feet addition and will...

Events/What's Happening

Community rally for hate crimes legislation in Columbia, South Carolina.

Columbia Community Rallies for Hate Crimes Legislation

April 24, 2025

News Summary In Columbia, South Carolina, community members united to rally for the ‘Senator Clementa C. Pinckney Hate Crimes Act’ outside the State House. This event, known as ‘Hands Around...

Community members participating in National Drug Take Back Day

Columbia, S.C. Gears Up for National Drug Take Back Day

April 23, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina is set to participate in the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 26. Residents can drop off unwanted medications at various locations...

Families enjoying the Lower Richland Sweet Potato Festival with colorful floats in the background.

Hopkins Gears Up for the Lower Richland Sweet Potato Festival

April 23, 2025

News Summary The Lower Richland Sweet Potato Festival returns to Hopkins this Saturday, April 27, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Hopkins Park. With a parade, delicious food featuring...

Crowd enjoying a rock concert at Moore Park in Irmo

Rock Concert Coming to Moore Park in Irmo!

April 23, 2025

News Summary On April 25, 2025, Irmo will host an exciting rock concert at Moore Park featuring the MetalBox Rock Band and the Bon Jovi tribute band, Shot Thru the...

Colorful parade at the Kinetic Derby Day featuring kinetic sculptures

West Columbia Prepares for 6th Annual Kinetic Derby Day

April 22, 2025

News Summary On April 26, 2025, West Columbia, SC, will host the 6th Annual Kinetic Derby Day featuring the iMAGINE STEAM Festival. The event includes a vibrant parade, soapbox racing,...

A lively scene from the Columbia Food and Wine Festival with food vendors and happy attendees.

Columbia Food and Wine Festival Kicks Off This Weekend

April 22, 2025

News Summary The 8th Annual Columbia Food and Wine Festival brings an array of culinary experiences, local food, and exciting events beginning April 22. With favorites like ‘Knead to Know:...

Students gathering at USC for Paul Finebaum's lecture event

Paul Finebaum to Speak at USC for Buchheit Family Lecture

April 22, 2025

News Summary Paul Finebaum, a renowned college sports journalist, is set to deliver a lecture at the University of South Carolina on April 23, as part of the Buchheit Family...

Families enjoying the Easter Peep-A-Palooza festivities at Moore Park in Irmo

Irmo Hosts Easter Peep-A-Palooza at Moore Park

April 21, 2025

News Summary The Peep-A-Palooza Easter celebration at Moore Park in Irmo was a delightful community event that brought families together for fun-filled activities. With a free egg hunt, peep-eating contests,...

Community members participating in a recycling event in Irmo

Earth Day Recycling Event in Irmo

April 21, 2025

News Summary Join the community of Irmo for a special recycling event on Earth Day, April 22, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Hosted by Junk King of Columbia...

CRIME

Police presence at an intersection in Columbia

Columbia Police Arrest Local Man in Indecent Exposure Case

April 24, 2025

News Summary Columbia Police have arrested Joey Leaphart, a registered sex offender, for indecent exposure at a busy intersection. His arrest highlights the importance of community vigilance and safety. Following...

South Carolina Firing Squad Execution

South Carolina Executes Mikal Mahdi by Firing Squad

April 23, 2025

News Summary In a somber event, South Carolina executed Mikal Mahdi by firing squad on Friday evening. This marks the second use of this controversial execution method in just five...

Fire at Legacy Charter School

Greenville Man Charged with Arson After School Buses Fire

April 23, 2025

News Summary A 39-year-old man, Charles E. Williamson, has been charged with arson for allegedly setting fire to several school buses at Legacy Charter School in Greenville, SC. The incident,...

A poster of a missing person displayed in a community setting.

Cayce Police Search for Missing 16-Year-Old Girl

April 23, 2025

News Summary The Cayce Police Department is actively searching for 16-year-old Alissa Cheyenne Davis, who was reported missing on April 17. Authorities believe she may have left voluntarily, perhaps with...

Emergency responders at a school bus accident scene

Tragic School Bus Accident in Chester County Claims Life of 13-Year-Old Student

April 23, 2025

News Summary A tragic school bus accident on Interstate 77 in Chester County, SC, resulted in the death of 13-year-old Jose Maria Gonzalez-Linares and left 21 others injured. The bus,...

School Buses on Fire

Greenville Man Charged in School Bus Arson Incident

April 22, 2025

News Summary A 39-year-old man, Charles E. Williamson, faces serious charges after allegedly setting school buses on fire at Legacy Charter School in Greenville, South Carolina. The incident, which occurred...

Police officers standing outside a local tobacco store following an armed robbery

Richland County Police Make Arrests in Armed Robbery Case

April 22, 2025

News Summary Authorities in Richland County have arrested two suspects, Darius A. Jackson and Javonte Scott, in connection with armed robberies at a local tobacco store. The arrests were made...

People gathering to assist in the search for a missing teenager

Cayce Police Seek Public Help in Locating Missing Teen

April 22, 2025

News Summary Alissa Davis, a 16-year-old from Cayce, South Carolina, was reported missing on April 17. Authorities are concerned for her safety and believe she may be in Jefferson, Georgia,...

Memorial for University of South Carolina Student

Tragic Incident Strikes University of South Carolina Community

April 17, 2025

News Summary The University of South Carolina mourns the loss of Nathanial ‘Nate’ G. Baker, a 20-year-old business major, following a tragic hit-and-run accident near the campus. The incident, which...

POLITICS

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...

Execution Reflection

Columbia, South Carolina: A Somber Execution by Firing Squad

April 14, 2025

News Summary On April 11, 2025, South Carolina executed Mikal Mahdi using a firing squad, reigniting debates over the death penalty’s morality. This marked the state’s second firing squad execution...

Capital Punishment Controversy

South Carolina Executes Mikal Mahdi: The Debate Over Capital Punishment

April 12, 2025

News Summary On April 11, 2025, South Carolina executed Mikal Mahdi by firing squad, the fifth execution in eight months. Mahdi was convicted for the murder of James Myers, reigniting...

SPORTS

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...

2023 Women's NCAA Final Four Excitement

Women’s NCAA Final Four Set to Captivate Fans in Tampa

April 1, 2025

News Summary Tampa, Florida, is poised to host an unforgettable Women’s NCAA Final Four tournament, featuring powerhouse teams like South Carolina, Texas, UConn, and UCLA. The reigning champions, South Carolina...

Gamecocks Sweet 16 Victory

Gamecocks Defeat Terrapins in Sweet 16 Showdown

March 31, 2025

News Summary In a thrilling Sweet 16 clash, the South Carolina Gamecocks narrowly defeated the Maryland Terrapins 71-67 in Birmingham, Alabama. Despite a close fourth quarter, standout performances from MiLaysia...

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