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Rhesus Macaque Monkeys in the Wild

Four Rhesus Macaque Monkeys Captured After Two-Month Escape

March 28, 2025

News Summary A group of four rhesus macaque monkeys, who escaped from a research facility in South Carolina, have been recaptured after living in the wild for nearly two months....

I-85 Bomb Threat Traffic Disruption

Bomb Threat Shuts Down I-85 Near Greenville, SC

March 28, 2025

News Summary A bomb threat led to the closure of I-85 near Greenville, SC, causing significant traffic delays. A 28-year-old man made the threat during a traffic stop, prompting a...

Community Mourns Victim of Gun Violence

Tragedy Strikes in Hopkins, South Carolina: Teenager Loses Life in Accidental Shooting

March 28, 2025

News Summary A tragic incident in Hopkins, South Carolina, has left a community in mourning after a 15-year-old boy was accidentally shot. The boy, Jayen Gladden, was discovered with a...

School district building in Lexington with students outside

Lawsuit Filed Against Lexington School District by Former Assistant Principal

March 28, 2025

News Summary A former assistant principal from Airport High School in Lexington has initiated legal action against the Lexington 2 school district following her dismissal. The circumstances surrounding her termination...

An Amur tiger frolicking in the snow at Riverbanks Zoo.

Riverbanks Zoo Says Farewell to Amur Tiger Koshka

March 28, 2025

News Summary Riverbanks Zoo in Columbia, S.C. announced the passing of Koshka, a beloved Amur tiger who dedicated nearly two decades to conservation efforts. Euthanized due to health issues, Koshka’s...

Illustration representing dangers of online child exploitation

Lexington County Man Sentenced to 14 Years for Sexual Crimes Against Minors

March 28, 2025

News Summary A 57-year-old man from Lexington County, Mark Frick, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison after being found guilty of criminal solicitation of a minor and attempted...

Wildfires in the Carolinas

Wildfires Cause Evacuations and Emergency in Carolinas

March 27, 2025

News Summary Multiple wildfires are currently spreading across North and South Carolina, prompting a state of emergency and evacuations in affected areas. The Carolina Forest fire near Myrtle Beach has...

Historic Prison in South Carolina

Historic Execution in Columbia, South Carolina

March 27, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina, witnessed a significant event on March 7, 2025, as Brad Sigmon was executed by firing squad—the first use of this method in the U.S. in...

Winter Storm in Columbia

Winter Storm Approaches Columbia: Prepare for Snow and Cold

March 27, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina, is gearing up for a significant winter storm expected to bring wintry temperatures and snowfall starting Tuesday. Residents are advised to prepare for dangerously cold...

BUSINESS

Bicycle Shop in Summerville

Summerville Bicycle Shop Owner Awarded State Honor

March 28, 2025

News Summary Michael Haldeman, owner of SpokeWorks Bicycle Workshop in Summerville, SC, has been named South Carolina’s State Small Business Person of the Year. Recognized for his business acumen and...

HVAC Training Facility

New Clean Tech Accelerator Launches in South Carolina

March 28, 2025

News Summary Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina has launched the Clean Tech Accelerator, the first program in the state aimed at training individuals for careers in the HVAC and...

Raleigh Cityscape 2025

Raleigh Crowned Best Large City in the U.S. for 2025

March 28, 2025

News Summary Raleigh, North Carolina, has been ranked as the best-performing large city in the U.S. for 2025 by the Milken Institute. Notable for its job and wage growth, largely...

Greenville Manufacturing Landscape

Greenville’s Vision for a Robust Manufacturing Future

March 28, 2025

News Summary Greenville, South Carolina, is poised for a manufacturing revival with the unveiling of the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance’s 2025 vision, which aims to enhance innovation and create jobs...

Emergency responders at a collision site in Lexington County

Tragic Collision Claims One Life in Lexington County

March 28, 2025

News Summary Lexington County, South Carolina, is grieving after a multi-vehicle collision on Old Dunbar Road resulted in one fatality. The tragic incident involved a Nissan, a Kia, and a...

Charleston Housing Crisis

Charleston Property Management Company Faces Major Antitrust Lawsuit

March 27, 2025

News Summary In a landmark case, the U.S. Justice Department has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Greystar Real Estate Partners and five other major landlords, accusing them of a rent...

Power Restoration Team at Work

Power Restoration Efforts Underway in the Carolinas

March 27, 2025

News Summary Following the devastation of Hurricane Helene, the Carolinas face significant power outages affecting nearly 904,000 residents. Duke Energy has mobilized 21,000 workers to aid in restoration efforts, though...

Future of Manufacturing in South Carolina

Manufacturing Vision Unveiled for South Carolina’s Future

March 27, 2025

News Summary On January 30, 2025, the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) launched its 2025 vision aimed at revitalizing the state’s manufacturing sector. This initiative seeks to enhance innovation, increase...

Pope St. John Paul II Activities Center

New Community Hub Opens in Columbia

March 27, 2025

News Summary Columbia welcomes the Pope St. John Paul II Activities Center, a state-of-the-art facility that aims to enhance community and spiritual life. Spanning over 31,220 square feet, it houses...

Events/What's Happening

Art enthusiasts at Columbia Open Studios exploring artist studios

Columbia Hosts 15th Annual Open Studios Event

March 28, 2025

News Summary The 15th Annual Columbia Open Studios event is set for April 5-6, 2025, bringing together over 60 local artists from Richland and Lexington counties. This immersive experience invites...

Families enjoying the Lex the T-Rex event in Lexington with children painting ribbons.

Lex the T-Rex Unveils in Lexington to Support a Local Hero

March 28, 2025

News Summary Lexington is set to welcome Lex the T-Rex on March 29, 2025, for a special event supporting local youth Jackson, who is battling leukemia. Families are invited to...

Families enjoying activities at Richland Library Read Freely Fest

Richland Library Unveils Read Freely Fest for Book Lovers

March 27, 2025

News Summary The Richland Library in Columbia, S.C. is set to host its first-ever Read Freely Fest, a vibrant three-day book festival featuring over 40 authors. This family-friendly event will...

Crowd enjoying a concert at the Colonial Life Arena for the Jonas Brothers

Jonas Brothers Return to Columbia for Nostalgic Concert

March 24, 2025

News Summary The Jonas Brothers are set to rock Columbia, SC on November 6, 2025, at the Colonial Life Arena as part of their ‘Living The Dream’ tour. Marking their...

Crowd enjoying the St. Patrick's Day Festival filled with music and celebration.

Katie DeMartini Takes Center Stage at St. Patrick’s Day Festival

March 23, 2025

News Summary At this year’s St. Patrick’s Day Festival, sophomore Katie DeMartini wowed the crowd as she became the first artist signed to Green Street Records at USC. This moment...

Police and emergency services responding to a car attack on Dink Street

Sumter Man Arrested After Alleged Car Attack in Heated Argument

March 23, 2025

News Summary A Sumter man named Dillon Christian Osborne has been arrested after allegedly hitting another individual with his car during a heated argument on Dink Street. The victim sustained...

Firefighters checking smoke alarms in a home during the Smoke Alarm Blitz

Columbia-Richland Fire Department Initiates Smoke Alarm Blitz

March 22, 2025

News Summary On March 22, the Columbia-Richland Fire Department will conduct a Smoke Alarm Blitz in the Hollywood Hills Community. Firefighters and volunteers will check smoke alarms and install new...

Families shopping at the West Columbia consignment sale for children's items

West Columbia Hosts Consignment Sale for Families with Multiples

March 22, 2025

News Summary Mark your calendars for March 22! West Columbia is holding a spring/summer consignment sale from 7 a.m. to noon, especially catering to families with multiples. Organized by the...

Community members at Columbia City Council celebrating Social Work Month

Columbia City Council Declares March 2025 Social Work Month

March 21, 2025

News Summary On March 18, 2025, the Columbia City Council officially declared March as Social Work Month, honoring the contributions of social workers. The meeting celebrated upgrades to parks and...

CRIME

Rhesus Macaque Monkeys in the Wild

Four Rhesus Macaque Monkeys Captured After Two-Month Escape

March 28, 2025

News Summary A group of four rhesus macaque monkeys, who escaped from a research facility in South Carolina, have been recaptured after living in the wild for nearly two months....

I-85 Bomb Threat Traffic Disruption

Bomb Threat Shuts Down I-85 Near Greenville, SC

March 28, 2025

News Summary A bomb threat led to the closure of I-85 near Greenville, SC, causing significant traffic delays. A 28-year-old man made the threat during a traffic stop, prompting a...

Community Mourns Victim of Gun Violence

Tragedy Strikes in Hopkins, South Carolina: Teenager Loses Life in Accidental Shooting

March 28, 2025

News Summary A tragic incident in Hopkins, South Carolina, has left a community in mourning after a 15-year-old boy was accidentally shot. The boy, Jayen Gladden, was discovered with a...

Illustration representing dangers of online child exploitation

Lexington County Man Sentenced to 14 Years for Sexual Crimes Against Minors

March 28, 2025

News Summary A 57-year-old man from Lexington County, Mark Frick, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison after being found guilty of criminal solicitation of a minor and attempted...

Historic Prison in South Carolina

Historic Execution in Columbia, South Carolina

March 27, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina, witnessed a significant event on March 7, 2025, as Brad Sigmon was executed by firing squad—the first use of this method in the U.S. in...

Manhunt Search in Newberry County

Manhunt in Newberry County for 20-Year-Old Suspect

March 27, 2025

News Summary In Newberry County, South Carolina, a manhunt is underway for 20-year-old Landon Major Howell, deemed dangerous by authorities following his escape from law enforcement. Howell, who fled into...

An empty road at night with pedestrian crossing signage.

Tragic Collision Claims Life of Lexington Pedestrian

March 27, 2025

News Summary The Lexington community mourns the loss of 34-year-old Brian Austin Robinson, who died in a vehicle collision while attempting to cross Platt Springs Road. The incident occurred late...

Police officer during a traffic stop at night

West Columbia Man Sentenced to 15 Years for Firearm Possession

March 25, 2025

News Summary Terry Leslie Washington, a 31-year-old from West Columbia, has received a 15-year federal prison sentence for being a felon in possession of a firearm. Washington’s arrest followed a...

Firing Squad Execution Protest

South Carolina Man Executed by Firing Squad: A Historic Night

March 24, 2025

News Summary In a historic execution, Brad Sigmon, 67, was put to death by firing squad in South Carolina on March 7, 2025. This marks the first execution of its...

POLITICS

School district building in Lexington with students outside

Lawsuit Filed Against Lexington School District by Former Assistant Principal

March 28, 2025

News Summary A former assistant principal from Airport High School in Lexington has initiated legal action against the Lexington 2 school district following her dismissal. The circumstances surrounding her termination...

Manhunt Search in Newberry County

Manhunt in Newberry County for 20-Year-Old Suspect

March 27, 2025

News Summary In Newberry County, South Carolina, a manhunt is underway for 20-year-old Landon Major Howell, deemed dangerous by authorities following his escape from law enforcement. Howell, who fled into...

Wildfires raging across a forest in North Carolina and South Carolina

Wildfires Force North and South Carolina into States of Emergency

March 24, 2025

News Summary Wildfires are rapidly spreading across North and South Carolina, prompting urgent state of emergency declarations. Evacuations have been ordered, and a critical fire danger alert has been issued...

Small business interactions in South Carolina

South Carolina Small Business Leaders Demand Change in Commerce Department

March 24, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina Small Business Chamber of Commerce has called on President Trump to reassess Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick after controversial remarks regarding Social Security. Chamber President Frank...

Irmo Town Council meeting discussing new leadership

Irmo Appoints New Mayor Pro Tem After Scandal

March 20, 2025

News Summary In the wake of Erik Sickinger’s resignation over serious charges, the Irmo Town Council swiftly appointed Barb Waldman as the new Mayor Pro Tem. Sickinger’s legal issues, including...

Residents of Batesburg-Leesville discussing ethical governance

Batesburg-Leesville Mayor Faces Fine for Ethics Violations

March 20, 2025

News Summary Batesburg-Leesville Mayor Lancer Shull has been fined $1,300 for ethics violations involving conflicts of interest in governmental decisions. The South Carolina Ethics Commission cited him for six counts,...

Symbolic image representing LGBTQ+ rights in front of a courthouse

Columbia Prepares for Supreme Court Ruling on Conversion Therapy Ban

March 17, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina braces for a landmark Supreme Court decision regarding the city’s 2021 ban on conversion therapy for minors. Advocates worry about implications for LGBTQ+ youth as...

Historic Firing Squad Execution

Historic Execution by Firing Squad in South Carolina

March 17, 2025

News Summary On March 7, 2025, South Carolina executed Brad Keith Sigmon by firing squad, marking the first time this method has been used in the state. Sigmon, convicted of...

Scales of justice symbolizing accountability

Former Lexington County GOP Chairman Pleads Guilty to Theft

March 15, 2025

News Summary Craig Thomas Caldwell, the former Republican Party Chairman of Lexington County, has pled guilty to stealing over $61,000 from party funds. His illicit activities included 147 illegal transfers...

SPORTS

Families enjoying BBQ festival and art fair in Columbia SC

Weekend Events in Columbia, SC: Food, Art, and Sports

March 20, 2025

News Summary Columbia, SC is gearing up for a lively weekend filled with exciting events such as the South Carolina BBQ Shag Festival, Soda City Market, and the NCAA Women’s...

UCLA Women's Basketball Team Celebrates

UCLA Women’s Basketball Team Secures Historic No. 1 Seed

March 17, 2025

News Summary The UCLA Bruins have made history by earning the No. 1 overall seed in the women’s NCAA Tournament for the first time. With a season record of 30...

South Carolina SEC Tournament Celebration

South Carolina Wins Third Consecutive SEC Tournament Title

March 15, 2025

News Summary In a commanding display, the South Carolina women’s basketball team claimed their third straight SEC Tournament championship with a 64-45 victory over Texas. Their defensive strategy, which held...

South Carolina Gamecocks SEC Championship Celebration

South Carolina Wins SEC Championship Against Texas

March 14, 2025

News Summary In a remarkable display of talent, the South Carolina Gamecocks secured their third consecutive SEC Tournament Championship by defeating the Texas Longhorns with a score of 64-45. This...

A vibrant collage of weekend events happening in Columbia, SC.

Weekend Events in Columbia, S.C. – March 14-16, 2023

March 14, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina is alive with activities this weekend! Join in the St. Pat’s celebration, explore home design ideas, and take part in community events suitable for families....

South Carolina Football Stadium

Jaycee Horn Becomes Highest-Paid Cornerback in NFL History

March 12, 2025

News Summary Former South Carolina Gamecocks standout Jaycee Horn has signed a groundbreaking $100 million contract, making him the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history. This achievement not only highlights Horn’s...

Young participants engaged in a creative workshop at the Sigma Gamma Rho symposium in Columbia, S.C.

Columbia Youth Discover Diverse Career Opportunities

March 10, 2025

News Summary The Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority annual symposium in Columbia, S.C. brought together over 80 young participants to explore various career paths through hands-on workshops and engaging activities. This...

Dogs and cats relaxing in a foster home

West Columbia Urgently Needs Foster Homes for Rescue Animals

March 10, 2025

News Summary Final Victory Animal Rescue in West Columbia is in urgent need of foster homes as they care for an overwhelming number of animals. With 70 dogs and 31...

Mural dedicated to the soul singer Angie Stone, showcasing musical elements.

Columbia, South Carolina Says Goodbye to Angie Stone

March 7, 2025

News Summary Columbia, SC prepares to honor multi-award-winning soul singer Angie Stone, who tragically passed away at 63 due to a car accident. Her funeral is set for March 15,...

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