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Students of River Bluff High School celebrating their academic achievement

River Bluff High School Students Recognized as Semifinalists

April 25, 2025

News Summary In Lexington, South Carolina, two students from River Bluff High School, John Graham Gardner IV and Raghav Pallapothu, have been named semifinalists in the 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars...

Police investigation into a drug money laundering operation in South Carolina

South Carolina Residents Arrested in $30 Million Drug Money Laundering Scheme

April 25, 2025

News Summary A complex money laundering operation in South Carolina has led to the arrest of three men connected to a $30 million scheme involving drug trafficking. The Ullah brothers...

Architectural rendering of a high-rise housing development in Columbia

Plans for New High-Rise Housing Development in Columbia

April 25, 2025

News Summary Columbia’s skyline is set to change with a proposed $225 million high-rise development near the State House. The project includes two buildings providing private dormitories and rental housing,...

Community members gather in mourning

Community Comes Together in Mourning after Tragic Crash

April 25, 2025

News Summary The town of Lexington is grieving the loss of Christopher Areheart, a 70-year-old beloved resident who died in a single-vehicle crash on Monday morning. The community is left...

Jim O'Heir in character for the Hulu series Murdaugh Murders

Jim O’Heir Cast as Dick Harpootlian in Hulu Series

April 25, 2025

News Summary Actor Jim O’Heir is set to portray Dick Harpootlian in the Hulu series ‘Murdaugh Murders,’ stirring excitement in Columbia, South Carolina. Known for his comedic role in ‘Parks...

Chaos at Walmart Lancaster

Chaos Erupts at Walmart in Lancaster, South Carolina

April 24, 2025

News Summary A routine shopping trip turned chaotic on April 1 when gunfire erupted inside a Walmart in Lancaster, South Carolina. Eyewitnesses reported panicked shoppers fleeing as two people were...

Snow King Resort Acquisition

Jackson Hole Welcomes New Changes with Snow King Resort Acquisition

April 24, 2025

News Summary Castle Peak Holdings’ acquisition of Snow King Resort in Jackson Hole marks a significant enhancement for the popular destination. With plans for renovations focusing on family-friendly amenities and...

Tragic Incident in Wando

Tragic Shooting in Wando Claims Life of Local Teen

April 24, 2025

News Summary A tragic shooting incident in Wando, South Carolina resulted in the death of 17-year-old Tyren J. Kinloch during a deputy-involved traffic stop. The event occurred late Tuesday night...

Beau Atkinson Joins Ohio State

Raleigh’s Beau Atkinson Transfers to Ohio State

April 24, 2025

News Summary Beau Atkinson, a standout EDGE rusher from Raleigh, North Carolina, has committed to Ohio State after a competitive recruitment process. Having spent two successful seasons at North Carolina,...

BUSINESS

Beautiful Coastline of South Carolina

South Carolina’s Travel Sector Sees Remarkable Growth

April 25, 2025

News Summary South Carolina’s travel and tourism industry has experienced a significant 65% growth over the past decade, contributing $29 billion to the state’s economy. The sector supports around 10%...

Kershaw South Carolina Soybean Fields

Kershaw Faces Change as ADM Shuts Soybean Processing Plant

April 25, 2025

News Summary The closure of Archer Daniels Midland’s soybean processing plant in Kershaw, South Carolina, marks a significant shift for the local agricultural community. After over 50 years, the plant’s...

Luxurious estate on Lake Murray with pool and private dock

Columbia Sets New Record with $9.25 Million Estate Sale

April 25, 2025

News Summary Columbia’s real estate market has witnessed a significant milestone with the sale of a luxurious Lake Murray estate for $9.25 million. This sale shatters the previous record of...

Students and teachers engaged in a vibrant school setting in Lexington County

Lexington Schools Embrace New Leadership and Honor a Life

April 25, 2025

News Summary Lexington County School District welcomes new leadership with Dr. Stephanie L. Burgess as principal of Gilbert Middle School and Howard S. Denny III as director of student services....

Exterior view of The Nuclear Company's new office in Columbia, SC

New Nuclear Office Opens in Columbia, SC

April 25, 2025

News Summary The Nuclear Company has opened its new office in Columbia, South Carolina, promising to create at least 100 jobs and advance the local economy. With an innovative approach...

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...

Events/What's Happening

Architectural rendering of a high-rise housing development in Columbia

Plans for New High-Rise Housing Development in Columbia

April 25, 2025

News Summary Columbia’s skyline is set to change with a proposed $225 million high-rise development near the State House. The project includes two buildings providing private dormitories and rental housing,...

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...

CRIME

Police investigation into a drug money laundering operation in South Carolina

South Carolina Residents Arrested in $30 Million Drug Money Laundering Scheme

April 25, 2025

News Summary A complex money laundering operation in South Carolina has led to the arrest of three men connected to a $30 million scheme involving drug trafficking. The Ullah brothers...

Community members gather in mourning

Community Comes Together in Mourning after Tragic Crash

April 25, 2025

News Summary The town of Lexington is grieving the loss of Christopher Areheart, a 70-year-old beloved resident who died in a single-vehicle crash on Monday morning. The community is left...

Chaos at Walmart Lancaster

Chaos Erupts at Walmart in Lancaster, South Carolina

April 24, 2025

News Summary A routine shopping trip turned chaotic on April 1 when gunfire erupted inside a Walmart in Lancaster, South Carolina. Eyewitnesses reported panicked shoppers fleeing as two people were...

Tragic Incident in Wando

Tragic Shooting in Wando Claims Life of Local Teen

April 24, 2025

News Summary A tragic shooting incident in Wando, South Carolina resulted in the death of 17-year-old Tyren J. Kinloch during a deputy-involved traffic stop. The event occurred late Tuesday night...

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,...

POLITICS

Jim O'Heir in character for the Hulu series Murdaugh Murders

Jim O’Heir Cast as Dick Harpootlian in Hulu Series

April 25, 2025

News Summary Actor Jim O’Heir is set to portray Dick Harpootlian in the Hulu series ‘Murdaugh Murders,’ stirring excitement in Columbia, South Carolina. Known for his comedic role in ‘Parks...

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...

SPORTS

Beau Atkinson Joins Ohio State

Raleigh’s Beau Atkinson Transfers to Ohio State

April 24, 2025

News Summary Beau Atkinson, a standout EDGE rusher from Raleigh, North Carolina, has committed to Ohio State after a competitive recruitment process. Having spent two successful seasons at North Carolina,...

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...

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