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Community members in Columbia observing police activity

Columbia Residents React to Arrest of Registered Sex Offender

April 24, 2025

News Summary Columbia, S.C. is reeling from the arrest of Joey Leaphart, a 56-year-old registered sex offender, who was taken into custody for indecent exposure. Witnesses reported his inappropriate behavior...

Community members searching for missing Broadway performer

Community Urged to Help Find Missing Broadway Performer

April 24, 2025

News Summary The family of missing Broadway performer Zelig Williams is pleading for community support in locating him. Williams, known for his roles in ‘Hamilton’ and ‘MJ the Musical’, was...

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,...

Police badge and handcuffs symbolizing police misconduct

Former Springdale Police Officer Faces Misconduct Charges

April 23, 2025

News Summary David Jordan, a former police officer in Springdale, has been arrested on charges of misconduct and third-degree assault following an internal investigation into excessive force during an arrest....

Closed Cedar Street with police tape and warning signs after gas line damage

Lexington Residents Urged to Avoid Cedar Street After Gas Incident

April 23, 2025

News Summary Residents of Lexington, SC, are being advised to avoid Cedar Street due to significant gas line damage following a tragic explosion in Lexington, MO. The explosion caused serious...

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...

Construction of high-rise towers in downtown Columbia.

Plans Announced for High-Rise Development in Downtown Columbia

April 24, 2025

News Summary Downtown Columbia is set to undergo a significant transformation as Core Spaces reveals plans for two high-rise apartment towers. The project will bring approximately 700 to 750 new...

Elegant interior of Ember steakhouse with moody lighting and dining set.

New Steakhouse Ember to Open in Downtown Lexington

April 24, 2025

News Summary A new upscale steakhouse named Ember is set to open in downtown Lexington at 101 W. Main St. in late May 2025. The team behind Ember, including well-known...

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...

Events/What's Happening

Crowd enjoying a rock concert at Moore Park in Irmo.

Irmo’s Moore Park Set for Rock Night Celebration

April 23, 2025

News Summary Mark your calendars for April 25, 2025, as Irmo’s Moore Park hosts an unforgettable Rock Night featuring the MetalBox Rock Band and tribute band Shot Thru the Heart....

Festival scene with kinetic sculptures and families at Kinetic Derby Day

West Columbia Prepares for the 6th Annual Kinetic Derby Day

April 22, 2025

News Summary West Columbia is gearing up for the 6th Annual Kinetic Derby Day on April 26, 2025. The event will feature a whimsical ‘Fantasy World’ theme with a parade...

Families and friends enjoying the Columbia Food and Wine Festival with food stalls in the background.

Columbia Food and Wine Festival Set to Delight Visitors

April 22, 2025

News Summary The 8th annual Columbia Food and Wine Festival is approaching, running from April 22 to April 27. Featuring local cuisine, drinks, and engaging activities, this festival promises a...

Audience at a college lecture featuring a prominent sports journalist.

Paul Finebaum to Speak at USC’s Annual Lecture

April 22, 2025

News Summary The University of South Carolina is excited to host sports journalist Paul Finebaum for the Buchheit Family Lecture on April 23. This free event will provide fans and...

A view of Finlay Park with new security features and families enjoying the park.

Columbia City Council Approves Finlay Park Updates

April 17, 2025

News Summary The Columbia City Council has approved $201,311.12 in funding for security enhancements at Finlay Park, which will include new surveillance cameras, emergency call boxes, and daily patrols by...

Families enjoying Easter activities in Columbia, S.C.

Celebrate Easter Weekend with Fun Activities in Columbia, S.C.

April 17, 2025

News Summary Easter weekend in Columbia, S.C. will be filled with exciting activities including sunrise services, Easter egg hunts, and a free Garnet & Black Spring Game. The community is...

Residents discussing parking regulations in Irmo, S.C.

New Parking Ordinance Proposed in Irmo, S.C.

April 15, 2025

News Summary The Irmo, S.C. Planning and Zoning Commission is set to vote on a new parking ordinance aimed at regulating the parking of RVs, boats, and trailers in residential...

Crowd at a rock concert with colorful lights

Stevie Nicks to Perform Live in Columbia, SC

April 15, 2025

News Summary Legendary rock icon Stevie Nicks is set to perform in Columbia, SC, on August 27, 2025. This concert is part of her North American solo tour, marking a...

Crowd enjoying a summer concert

Columbia Hosts Stevie Nicks for Summer Concert

April 15, 2025

News Summary Columbia is set to welcome the legendary Stevie Nicks for a one-night-only concert at the Colonial Life Arena on August 27. As part of her limited summer tour,...

CRIME

Community members in Columbia observing police activity

Columbia Residents React to Arrest of Registered Sex Offender

April 24, 2025

News Summary Columbia, S.C. is reeling from the arrest of Joey Leaphart, a 56-year-old registered sex offender, who was taken into custody for indecent exposure. Witnesses reported his inappropriate behavior...

Community members searching for missing Broadway performer

Community Urged to Help Find Missing Broadway Performer

April 24, 2025

News Summary The family of missing Broadway performer Zelig Williams is pleading for community support in locating him. Williams, known for his roles in ‘Hamilton’ and ‘MJ the Musical’, was...

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...

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,...

Police badge and handcuffs symbolizing police misconduct

Former Springdale Police Officer Faces Misconduct Charges

April 23, 2025

News Summary David Jordan, a former police officer in Springdale, has been arrested on charges of misconduct and third-degree assault following an internal investigation into excessive force during an arrest....

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...

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...

Vigilant Residents of Lake Wylie

Lake Wylie Residents on High Alert Due to Car Break-Ins

April 16, 2025

News Summary Residents of Lake Wylie, South Carolina, are grappling with a surge in car break-ins, culminating in 24 vehicles targeted in one day. Law enforcement is investigating these brazen...

POLITICS

Police badge and handcuffs symbolizing police misconduct

Former Springdale Police Officer Faces Misconduct Charges

April 23, 2025

News Summary David Jordan, a former police officer in Springdale, has been arrested on charges of misconduct and third-degree assault following an internal investigation into excessive force during an arrest....

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...

Diverse community members at a city council meeting focused on homelessness solutions.

Columbia Establishes New Committee to Address Homelessness

April 15, 2025

News Summary Columbia’s local government has launched a new homelessness committee aimed at addressing the increasing number of individuals without stable housing. Over the past year, homelessness in the Midlands...

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...

Illustration of a firing squad in a prison, symbolizing capital punishment.

Columbia, South Carolina Witnesses Historic Execution

April 14, 2025

News Summary On April 11, 2025, Columbia, South Carolina, saw the execution of Mikal Mahdi by firing squad for the 2004 murder of off-duty police officer James Myers. Mahdi’s case...

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...

Controversial Execution Setting

South Carolina Set to Carry Out Controversial Execution

April 11, 2025

News Summary South Carolina is preparing to execute Mikal Mahdi by firing squad, reigniting debates on the death penalty and its methods. Mahdi, convicted in 2004 for the murder of...

Symbolic representation of legal ethics in advertising.

South Carolina Supreme Court Reprimands Lawyer for Misleading Ads

April 11, 2025

News Summary Michael Hostilo, a Savannah lawyer, received a public reprimand from the South Carolina Supreme Court due to misleading advertising practices. This follows an investigation into his flashy marketing...

SPORTS

Audience at a college lecture featuring a prominent sports journalist.

Paul Finebaum to Speak at USC’s Annual Lecture

April 22, 2025

News Summary The University of South Carolina is excited to host sports journalist Paul Finebaum for the Buchheit Family Lecture on April 23. This free event will provide fans and...

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...

Runners participating in the Columbia Governor's Cup Road Race with community supporters.

Columbia Hosts 52nd Annual Governor’s Cup Road Race

April 14, 2025

News Summary The 52nd Annual Governor’s Cup Road Race attracted thousands of runners to downtown Columbia, SC, over the weekend. With events like the Adult and Kids’ Main Street Mile...

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,...

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...

Community members discussing child abuse prevention solutions.

Opportunities and Concerns in Lexington County

April 3, 2025

News Summary Lexington County is facing serious issues regarding child exploitation, highlighted by recent arrests. However, it also offers a chance for community engagement through the Guardian ad Litem Program,...

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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