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Heat advisory issued as dangerous temperatures and thunderstorms are forecast in Midlands
Extreme heat and powerful thunderstorms pose threats to the Columbia area Sunday, according to the National Weather Service. The combination of hot temperatures in the mid-to-upper 90s and humidity from high dew points will likely result in heat index values of 105 to 110 degrees Sunday afternoon, National Weather Service meteorologists said in a morning briefing.
Coastal Plain League Glance, July 2, 2024
Coastal Plain League All-Star Fan Fest at Forest City.
Firefighters manage significant house fire in Sandy Run, scene cleared
LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. — Authorities cleared the scene after bringing a sizeable house fire under control in Sandy Run on Saturday. According to Lexington County officials, Lexington County Fire Service crews, Lexington County Emergency Services, and the Lexington County Sheriff's Department were called to the 400 block of Calvary Church Road in Sandy Run due to a house fire around 11:45 a.m. Calhoun County's Sandy Run Fire Department was also on the scene.
Free notary public seminars
Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that his office will be offering free, in-person notary public seminars in Greenville, Lexington, and Charleston counties in July and August. These seminars will provide comprehensive information for South Carolina notaries and those interested in becoming a notary, as well as information on electronic notarization.
Residents near Pelion advised of smoky conditions as crews tackle brush fire
PELION, S.C. — Residents near Pelion can expect smoky conditions as Lexington County Fire Services crews respond to a brush fire that initially threatened homes near a portion of Edmund Highway. A spokesperson for Lexington County said fire crews, members of Lexington County Emergency Medical Services and the Lexington...
Suspect arrested in connection with West Columbia bank robbery
A female suspect has been arrested in connection with a robbery that occurred at Security Federal Bank in West Columbia Thursday. The West Columbia Police Department arrested Satorius Zayevon Martin, 30, of West Columbia around 1:30 p.m. Thursday afternoon. According to officials, Martin robbed Security Federal Bank at 800 North...
A look at Lexington County crime over the past few years
RED BANK, S.C. — The Lexington County Sheriff's Department shared data with News 19 after residents in the area brought drug crime concerns to our attention. News19 filed a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request and learned that deputies respond to calls regionally. In the northern region of Lexington...
Local Living: Lexington County Peach Festival, Free teen Summer events, Carolina Celebration of Liberty
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)— In today’s look at Local Living, you can enjoy a day of homemade treats at the Lexington County Peach Festival. There will be live music, local vendors, fireworks and more. It takes place Thursday, July 4, from 9 a.m. until 9:30 p.m. at the Gilbert...
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