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Columbia South Carolina Skyline

Columbia Experiences 1.5 Magnitude Earthquake

April 12, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina was shaken awake on Wednesday morning by a 1.5 magnitude earthquake that struck at 5:09 a.m. near Elgin, Kershaw County, at a depth of 1.3...

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,...

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...

Aerial View of South Carolina Wildfires

Wildfires Rage in South Carolina: A State of Emergency Declared

April 11, 2025

News Summary Governor Henry McMaster has declared a state of emergency in South Carolina as over 175 wildfires threaten thousands of acres near the Carolinas and Georgia. Five major fires,...

Wildfires in Western North Carolina

Wildfires Devastate Western North Carolina, Over 6,000 Acres Burned

April 11, 2025

News Summary Western North Carolina is facing severe wildfires that have scorched more than 6,000 acres, prompting evacuation orders in Polk and Henderson counties. With multiple fires, including the Black...

I-85 Traffic Closure Due to Bomb Threat

Bomb Threat Causes Major I-85 Traffic Chaos

April 11, 2025

News Summary A routine traffic stop escalated into a full-blown bomb scare on I-85, causing significant closures and backups. The incident involved Ahmad Alhendi claiming there was an explosive device...

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...

A scenic view of a radio tower near a baseball field.

Columbia Radio Station Closes, Impacting Braves Fans

April 11, 2025

News Summary Columbia, SC is experiencing uncertainty as local ESPN 1320 AM has ceased broadcasting, leaving Atlanta Braves fans without access to games just as baseball season begins. Operated by...

BUSINESS

Spectrum News South Carolina Channel

New Local Channel Spectrum News South Carolina Launches

April 12, 2025

News Summary Spectrum News South Carolina will launch on October 17, 2024, providing local news coverage across the state. The channel aims to keep South Carolinians informed with frequent updates...

Charleston Cityscape

South Carolina Leads U.S. in Population Growth for 2024

April 12, 2025

News Summary South Carolina has officially become the top state for population growth in 2024, surpassing Texas with a growth rate of 1.06%. The Palmetto State’s attractive cost of living,...

HII Facility in Charleston for Submarine Construction

HII to Acquire W International, Boosting Submarine Capacity

April 12, 2025

News Summary HII will acquire W International’s assets to enhance its submarine construction capabilities in Charleston, SC. The acquisition aims to improve production rates and retain current employees, contributing to...

Interior view of The Laundry event venue in Columbia

Columbia’s Historic Venue: The Laundry Opens in BullStreet District

April 12, 2025

News Summary The Laundry, a transformed historic venue in Columbia’s BullStreet District, has officially opened. This 8,000 sq ft space, once a service building from 1883, offers a unique setting...

Inside the new Whataburger restaurant in Lexington, SC, showing dining area and custom mural.

Whataburger Opens New Location in Lexington, SC

April 12, 2025

News Summary A brand-new Whataburger store has opened in Lexington, South Carolina, as of April 10, 2025. This marks the second Whataburger in the area, featuring a spacious dining room,...

Exterior view of Guthrie's restaurant during the grand opening event in Lexington

Guthrie’s Chicken Fingers to Open in Lexington, SC

April 12, 2025

News Summary Guthrie’s, the beloved chicken finger restaurant chain, is set to open its first location in Lexington, South Carolina, on April 22, 2025. Located at 2404 Mineral Springs Road,...

People enjoying delicious chicken fingers at Guthrie's Chicken in Lexington.

Guthrie’s Chicken Opens in Lexington

April 12, 2025

News Summary Lexington welcomes its first Guthrie’s Chicken on April 22, 2025. Located at 2404 Mineral Springs Rd, the grand opening will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a chicken finger...

TikTok Impact on Local Businesses

TikTok’s Impact on Local Businesses in the Carolinas

April 11, 2025

News Summary TikTok is revolutionizing local businesses in Charlotte and beyond, with a study revealing significant growth in sales and job creation. An impressive 68% of North Carolina businesses using...

Michelin 50th Anniversary Celebration

Greenville Marks 50 Years of Michelin’s Impact

April 11, 2025

News Summary Greenville, South Carolina, celebrates 50 years of Michelin North America’s presence in the state. From significant economic contributions to a commitment to sustainability, Michelin’s journey has transformed the...

Events/What's Happening

Students using VR goggles and coding robots in a classroom

Lexington Schools Receive Innovation Grants for Education

April 11, 2025

News Summary The Lexington One Educational Foundation awarded $15,672.74 in Innovation Grants to four K-8 schools within the Lexington County School District One for the 2025-2026 school year. Each school...

Graduating youth ambassadors celebrating with family and friends

Lexington Celebrates Inaugural Youth Ambassador Graduation

April 11, 2025

News Summary On April 7, 2025, Lexington proudly celebrated the graduation of its first Youth Ambassador Class. The program, started by the Town Council, immersed high school seniors in local...

Visitors enjoying the Artista Vista Festival with art displays and demonstrations.

Columbia Prepares for 33rd Annual Artista Vista Festival!

April 10, 2025

News Summary From April 11-13, 2025, Columbia will host its 33rd annual Artista Vista in the Congaree Vista District, attracting art lovers with a weekend of creative events. Highlights include...

Community members engaging in a health fair event for STI and HIV testing in Columbia, South Carolina.

Columbia, South Carolina Offers Free STI and HIV Testing

April 9, 2025

News Summary Columbia residents can take advantage of free testing for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV on April 10, as part of STI Awareness Week. Local health departments are...

Families enjoying the festivities at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Celebrates 50th Anniversary

April 8, 2025

News Summary Riverbanks Zoo and Garden in Columbia is celebrating its 50th anniversary alongside the 30th anniversary of the Botanical Garden. Festivities on June 7 will include live music, food...

Renovated Liberty Tap Room restaurant by Lake Murray

Liberty Tap Room on the Lake to Reopen in Irmo

April 8, 2025

News Summary The beloved Liberty Tap Room on the Lake in Irmo, South Carolina, is set to reopen on April 8, 2025, after extensive renovations. The grand reopening will feature...

Youth performers expressing their creativity at the Spoken Word Showcase

Rebirth Annual Spoken Word Showcase in Columbia

April 8, 2025

News Summary Columbia is set to host the Rebirth Annual Spoken Word Showcase on March 24, 2024, at the Koger Center for the Arts. This inspiring event aims to provide...

A colorful collection of blooming plants at the spring plant sales in Columbia, SC.

Columbia Welcomes Spring with Plant Sales

April 8, 2025

News Summary Spring has arrived in Columbia, SC, and garden enthusiasts are preparing for a weekend filled with exciting plant sales. Three major events will showcase a variety of plants,...

Dark stormy sky over Columbia city landscape with rain.

Severe Weather Expected in Columbia: What You Need to Know

April 7, 2025

News Summary Columbia is bracing for severe weather, with a 100% chance of rain and potential thunderstorm and tornado warnings. Heavy downpours are expected, accompanied by gusty winds and possible...

CRIME

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...

I-85 Traffic Closure Due to Bomb Threat

Bomb Threat Causes Major I-85 Traffic Chaos

April 11, 2025

News Summary A routine traffic stop escalated into a full-blown bomb scare on I-85, causing significant closures and backups. The incident involved Ahmad Alhendi claiming there was an explosive device...

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...

Firing Squad Execution Setting

South Carolina Set to Execute Inmate by Firing Squad

April 10, 2025

News Summary South Carolina prepares for the execution of death row inmate Mikal Mahdi on April 11, 2025, by firing squad. Convicted of murdering an officer and a convenience store...

South Carolina Firing Squad Execution Scene

South Carolina Conducts First Firing Squad Execution

April 10, 2025

News Summary On March 7, 2025, South Carolina executed Brad Keith Sigmon, making history as the first execution by firing squad in the state’s modern era and the first in...

Wooded area in Cayce SC where remains were discovered

Cayce Police Confirm Discovery of Missing Man’s Remains

April 10, 2025

News Summary In a tragic turn of events in Cayce, SC, the remains of Wayne Alan Marcolini, a missing man for over two years, were identified on January 19, 2025....

South Carolina Firing Squad Execution

South Carolina’s Historic Execution by Firing Squad

April 9, 2025

News Summary On March 7, 2025, South Carolina executed Brad Sigmon by firing squad, marking the first execution by this method in the U.S. in 15 years. The event has...

Columbia Traffic Safety Measures

Columbia Faces Traffic Safety Dilemmas Following Recent Hit-and-Run Incidents

April 9, 2025

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina, is grappling with a troubling surge in hit-and-run incidents that have highlighted critical issues of traffic safety and immigration enforcement. The recent fatal accidents involving...

Myrtle Beach Wildfire Firefighting Efforts

Myrtle Beach Woman Arrested for Starting Massive Wildfire

April 9, 2025

News Summary In South Carolina, a 40-year-old Myrtle Beach woman, Alexandra Bialousow, has been arrested for starting a massive wildfire that has burned over 2,000 acres. The fire, known as...

POLITICS

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...

Firing Squad Execution Setting

South Carolina Set to Execute Inmate by Firing Squad

April 10, 2025

News Summary South Carolina prepares for the execution of death row inmate Mikal Mahdi on April 11, 2025, by firing squad. Convicted of murdering an officer and a convenience store...

Political conflict illustrated with divided elements representing the Lexington County GOP

Turmoil in Lexington County GOP: Embezzlement and Strife

April 9, 2025

News Summary Recent turmoil in the Lexington County Republican Party has unfolded with the ousting of party chairwoman Pamela Godwin and the reelection of Mark Weber amid allegations of internal...

Firing Squad Execution in South Carolina

Brad Sigmon Faces Execution by Firing Squad in SC

April 7, 2025

News Summary Brad Sigmon, a 67-year-old man, is set to become the first U.S. execution by firing squad in 15 years on March 7 in South Carolina. His choice of...

Protests Against the Death Penalty

South Carolina Executes Brad Sigmon by Firing Squad

April 4, 2025

News Summary In a historic moment, South Carolina executed Brad Sigmon, a 67-year-old inmate, using a firing squad. This marks the state’s first use of this execution method and the...

South Carolina Firing Squad Execution

South Carolina Executes Brad Sigmon by Firing Squad

April 3, 2025

News Summary South Carolina executed Brad Sigmon by firing squad on March 7, 2025, marking the first U.S. execution of its kind since 2010. This event reignites national debates about...

South Carolina Senate Hearing

South Carolina Senate Moves to Remove State Treasurer After $1.8 Billion Error

April 3, 2025

News Summary In a historic movement for South Carolina politics, the state Senate is considering the removal of State Treasurer Curtis Loftis over a massive accounting error that has led...

SPORTS

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...

South Carolina Gamecocks NCAA Victory Celebration

Birmingham Celebrates South Carolina Gamecocks’ NCAA Victory

March 29, 2025

News Summary On March 28, 2025, the South Carolina Gamecocks triumphed over the Maryland Terrapins with a thrilling 71-67 victory in the NCAA Women’s Tournament Sweet 16, securing a place...

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...

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