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Severe Weather in Columbia, SC

Severe Thunderstorm and Tornado Warnings Hit Columbia, SC

March 24, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina, experienced severe weather conditions this Sunday morning as tornado and thunderstorm warnings were issued. With high winds and a risk of localized flooding, residents were...

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...

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...

A spring scene in Columbia SC with visible pollen on vehicles and blooming flowers.

Spring Has Sprung: Pollen Takes Center Stage in Columbia, SC

March 24, 2025

News Summary As spring arrives in Columbia, SC, residents are facing high pollen counts, resulting in seasonal allergies. With dry conditions and warmer temperatures, tree and grass pollen levels are...

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...

Scene of a DUI accident on U.S. Highway 21 with damaged vehicles.

Tragedy Strikes in Lexington County: Young Girl Loses Life in DUI Accident

March 24, 2025

News Summary A heartbreaking DUI accident occurred in Lexington County, resulting in the tragic death of 5-year-old Leah Charlotte Flores-Izaguirre. The collision involved two vehicles and has left the community...

Winter Weather in South Carolina

Winter Weather Alert Issued for South Carolina

March 23, 2025

News Summary South Carolina residents are bracing for a significant winter weather event with freezing temperatures and possible snow and ice expected from Tuesday to Wednesday. Emergency management officials are...

Historic Firing Squad Execution Scene

Columbia, South Carolina: Historic Firing Squad Execution

March 23, 2025

News Summary On March 7, 2025, Brad Sigmon became the first person executed by firing squad in the U.S. since 2010, marking a controversial moment in capital punishment history. Sigmon,...

Medical students celebrating Match Day at USC School of Medicine

Columbia Celebrates USC School of Medicine Match Day

March 23, 2025

News Summary Columbia is abuzz with excitement as the University of South Carolina School of Medicine celebrates Match Day, where nearly 300 graduate students discovered their residency placements. With a...

BUSINESS

Bace Facility in York County

Komar Industries Relocates Bace to York County, SC

March 24, 2025

News Summary Komar Industries has announced the relocation of its subsidiary, Bace, from Charlotte, NC to York County, SC. This move is expected to create around 160 new jobs and...

Wilmington Coastal Cityscape

Wilmington Claims Title as North Carolina’s Fastest-Growing City

March 23, 2025

News Summary Wilmington has officially become the fastest-growing metro area in North Carolina, showing a remarkable population growth of over 13% from 2020 to 2024. The city’s population has surged...

Networking at the South Carolina Aquarium

Charleston’s Business & Brews Networking Event at the Aquarium

March 23, 2025

News Summary Charleston is set to host a vibrant networking event, Business & Brews, at the South Carolina Aquarium from 6 to 8 p.m. this Tuesday. Combining a happy hour...

Traffic congestion at an intersection in Lexington County

Lexington County Moves to Address Traffic Congestion

March 23, 2025

News Summary Lexington County officials are proposing a new interstate exit off Interstate 20 at Calks Ferry Road to alleviate traffic congestion, particularly in the Red Bank area. With 2,500...

Networking at South Carolina Aquarium

Join the Networking Event at South Carolina Aquarium

March 22, 2025

News Summary Professionals in Charleston are invited to the ‘Business & Brews’ networking event at the South Carolina Aquarium. Scheduled for Tuesday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., this free...

Downtown Wilmington Coastal City

Wilmington: The Fastest Growing Coastal City in North Carolina

March 22, 2025

News Summary Wilmington, North Carolina, has emerged as the fastest-growing metro area in the state, with a population increase of over 13% from 2020 to 2024. The coastal city attracts...

South Carolina Natural Beauty

Spartanburg Sees Remarkable Tourism Growth in South Carolina

March 22, 2025

News Summary Spartanburg, South Carolina, is witnessing a tourism boom, contributing $29 billion annually to the state’s economy, with a 65% growth over the past decade. With tourism supporting 10%...

Construction of Longleaf Solar Project

Davie County Solar Project Construction Begins

March 22, 2025

News Summary Davie County, North Carolina is witnessing the launch of the Longleaf Solar Project, initiated by SolRiver Capital. This solar installation will have a capacity of 7 megawatts, powering...

Komar Industries Facility Construction

Komar Industries Establishes Facility in York County

March 22, 2025

News Summary York County, South Carolina, is welcoming Komar Industries with a significant investment of $11.5 million to set up its first facility at 200 Ratchford Road. This move is...

Events/What's Happening

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...

A community gathering at the Cakie Scholarship Banquet in Columbia, S.C.

Columbia, S.C. Prepares for the 4th Annual Cakie Scholarship Banquet

March 20, 2025

News Summary Columbia is set to host the 4th Annual Cakie Scholarship Banquet on April 4, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Denny Terrace Center. The event honors...

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...

Crowd cheering at an R&B concert

Columbia Hosts Legendary R&B Concert Featuring Icons

March 20, 2025

News Summary Columbia is gearing up for an unforgettable night on May 16 at the Colonial Life Arena, as R&B legends Chaka Khan, Patti LaBelle, Gladys Knight, and Stephanie Mills...

CRIME

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...

Scene of a DUI accident on U.S. Highway 21 with damaged vehicles.

Tragedy Strikes in Lexington County: Young Girl Loses Life in DUI Accident

March 24, 2025

News Summary A heartbreaking DUI accident occurred in Lexington County, resulting in the tragic death of 5-year-old Leah Charlotte Flores-Izaguirre. The collision involved two vehicles and has left the community...

Historic Firing Squad Execution Scene

Columbia, South Carolina: Historic Firing Squad Execution

March 23, 2025

News Summary On March 7, 2025, Brad Sigmon became the first person executed by firing squad in the U.S. since 2010, marking a controversial moment in capital punishment history. Sigmon,...

Fort Mill Community After Shooting

Tragedy Strikes Fort Mill with Early Morning Shooting

March 22, 2025

News Summary On February 24, 2025, Fort Mill, SC, was rocked by a tragic shooting near a Circle K gas station, resulting in the death of a 48-year-old man, Linster...

Justice for Brittanee Drexel

South Carolina Jury Awards $700 Million to Family of Murdered Teen

March 22, 2025

News Summary A South Carolina jury awarded $700 million to the family of Brittanee Drexel, a 17-year-old who was murdered in 2009 while on spring break. The ruling includes $200...

Historic Firing Squad Execution in South Carolina

South Carolina Executes Inmate by Firing Squad for First Time in Over a Decade

March 21, 2025

News Summary South Carolina executed inmate Brad Sigmon by firing squad on March 7, 2025. This marks the first firing squad execution in the U.S. since 2010, sparking debates on...

Lexington, SC business with surveillance cameras and community members

Lexington Police Seek Community Help in Theft Case

March 21, 2025

News Summary The Lexington Police Department is investigating a theft incident captured on surveillance footage at a business on Prides Way on March 14, 2025. The suspect stole items valued...

Classroom with AI tools being used by students and teachers

Columbia Launches AI Magic School for Education

March 21, 2025

News Summary Columbia, S.C. has introduced the AI Magic School, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at transforming classrooms in the Lexington-Richland Five School District. Designed to assist teachers and personalize learning,...

Motorcycle accident scene on winding road in Gaston

Tragic Motorcycle Crash in Gaston Claims Life of 38-Year-Old Rider

March 21, 2025

News Summary A tragic motorcycle accident in Gaston, SC, resulted in the death of 38-year-old Travis Leon Horton. The accident occurred after police attempted a traffic stop. Horton fled and...

POLITICS

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...

Legislators debating in the South Carolina House of Representatives

Columbia, South Carolina: A Heated Debate Leads to a Budget Breakthrough

March 13, 2025

News Summary In a dramatic two-day discussion, the South Carolina House approved a $14 billion spending plan with a 99-13 vote. Despite overwhelming support, tensions ran high, particularly from the...

A bustling DIY music venue with colorful murals and an enthusiastic crowd.

Commie House Announces Closure Amid Controversy in Columbia

March 13, 2025

News Summary Columbia’s beloved DIY music venue, Commie House, is set to close its doors permanently following allegations of discriminatory practices. Known for supporting indie bands, especially in punk and...

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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