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Man accused of strangling his mother, throwing body in the river, say Lexington sheriff
LEXINGTON, S.C. — A man is under arrest in Lexington, accused of strangling his mother and throwing her body in the river. According to the Lexington County Sheriff's Department, Terry Lee Self Jr. 37, is charged with murder in the death of his mother last December. “A canoer found...
Calhoun County band to perform in National Independence Day Parade
CALHOUN COUNTY, S.C. — A high school band from Calhoun County is the only band representing South Carolina in the National Independence Day Parade in Washington, D.C. on Thursday. The band will leave Wednesday for DC to perform a selection in the parade, including 'American the Beautiful'. The 50-person...
From fun to rescue: Lake Murray incident highlights boating safety
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Wade Campbell and his family have been regular visitors to Lake Murray for over a decade, drawn by its scenic beauty and community spirit. Last Saturday, their holiday plans took an unexpected turn when they encountered a distressed boat on the lake. "While we were heading...
Memorial service held for K-9 Wick
IRMO, S.C. — The Richland County Sheriff's Department (RCSD) has laid to rest one of their own. Two weeks ago, K-9 Wick was killed in the line of duty while chasing a suspect on I-77. “I knew that any time I opened up that kennel, anytime I opened up that door, he was ready to work,” Richland County K-9 Specialist Zaid Abdullah said.
Pregnant mother shot to death in Sumter likely knew her killer, police say
SUMTER, S.C. — Sumter police are asking for new leads and information from the public in the killing of a pregnant mother of two. Keyirra Walker, 25, was shot to death at her home on Carroll Drive in Sumter and found dead on May 13. Walker had two children and was five months pregnant with a third child.
Residents at Christopher Towers face summer heat without A/C
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Senior citizens residing at Christopher Towers in Five Points are facing sweltering conditions as the building's air conditioning system remains out of service for over 24 hours. "I got up and couldn’t even sleep because it was so hot," said David Cooper who lives in Christopher...
Employee at Zeus plant in Calhoun County dies in workplace accident, coroner says
CALHOUN COUNTY, S.C. — The Calhoun County Coroner has confirmed to News19 that a worker at Zeus Industrial in Calhoun County died following an accident at the facility. Coroner Donnie Porth said Tuesday that 56-year-old Timothy McCormick died on June 26 at Lexington Medical Center. According to Porth, around...
Oooh, aaah, BOOM: Fourth of July fireworks shows in the Midlands
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Thursday is July 4, Independence Day for the United States. A national day of celebration, the evening usually closes out with a professional fireworks display (or two, or three). Here in the Columbia and Lexington areas, there are quite a few opportunities to oooh and aaah at pyrotechnic displays. Just check out the list below and, where available, pack a blanket and/or lawn chairs for an evening of fun.
$45M awarded to South Carolina tech hub to advance cyber-secure grid resilient technologies
COLUMBIA, S.C. — A South Carolina tech hub is one of twelve nationwide to receive millions in funding from the federal government. SC NEXUS for Advanced Resilient Energy received $45 million for an implementation grant through the US Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration (EDA) Tech Hubs program to "scale up the production of critical technologies, create jobs in innovative industries, and strengthen U.S. economic competitiveness and national security."
SC Housing wants public input on $10M funding request
COLUMBIA, S.C. — SC Housing wants your input before the agency completes the application process for Preservation & Reinvestment Initiative for Community Enhancement (PRICE) funds available through US Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The local agency is asking for $10 million in PRICE funding that would go to preserving and revitalizing manufactured housing and manufactured housing communities throughout South Carolina.
Arrest made in connection to death of K9 Wick; funeral services for K9 scheduled Tuesday morning
COLUMBIA, S.C. — A suspect has been arrested in connection to a foot chase that lead to the death of a Richland County Sheriff's Department (RCSD) K9 officer Wick on June 20. In the early morning hours of Tuesday, July 2, Thomas Taylor, 44, was located in an apartment...
"We're very cautious": Lexington Town Council addresses growth concerns
LEXINGTON, S.C. — It was standing room only at the the Town of Lexington monthly council meeting Monday evening. Several items were on the agenda, but one in particular may have caught the eye of residents, a resolution authorizing refunding the general obligation bond. But before you get too...
Davis Wash crowned new Miss South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Davis Wash, 23, has been crowned the new Miss South Carolina. Wash grew up in Edgefield, South Carolina, where she started competing in pageants at four years old. She says she has always dreamed of being crowned Miss South Carolina. "I was the little girl sitting...
New environmental agency aims to make South Carolina a 'model' in the country
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Two new agencies launched Monday, with the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) splitting into two agencies. The new Department of Public Health will take over government health initiatives like disease control, inspecting health care facilities, and promoting healthy lifestyles, while the new Department of Environmental Services will take over environmental responsibilities; things like air quality, coastal management, and water monitoring.
Richland County Sheriff's Department unveils new CAT Team vehicles
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The Richland County Sheriff's Department is using sports cars as a strategy to draw the attention of the community and build relationships between their deputies and the people that they serve. “They see that car driving through the neighborhood, it’s easy to recognize, it’s different than...
CASA Family Systems secures grant from USDA
ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. — Renovations continue to be underway to the CASA Family Systems shelter in Orangeburg County, thanks to a USDA grant. CASA provides shelter services for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault and a children's center for children who have faced, neglect, sexual abuse and physical abuse.
Woman charged in death of pedestrian on Rosewood Drive was driving 53 miles over the speed limit, police say
COLUMBIA, S.C. — An 18-year-old has been arrested and charged in the death of a pedestrian on Rosewood Drive earler this month, according to Columbia Police. Police say Madeline C. Kuester is charged with reckless homicide after turning herself in on Monday. At approximately 11 p.m. on June 18,...
July Sales: Refrigerators, Grills & Back-To-School items
GREENSBORO, N.C. — If you like saving money, July is the month for you! With the Fourth of July, Amazon Prime Day, and back-to-school sales happening this month, Consumer Reports says now is the time to find sales on just about anything. "July Fourth sales have been going on...
Program helps eligible homeowners make home repairs in Richland County
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. — If you need housing repair or improvements and meet certain eligibility requirements, you can get help from Richland County to make those upgrades. Low- to moderate-income households in Richland County can now get help with critical housing upgrades through Operation One Touch. Repair services include:
Enter to win tickets to Dino Weekend at Segra Park
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Hey kids, if you've ever wanted to get up close to a dinosaur, here's your chance!. Columbia Fireflies and News19 are giving one lucky family a chance to win tickets to Dino Weekend at Segra Park on Sunday, July 21. One winner will receive 4 All-Star dugout seats to the Fireflies game against the Myrtle Beach Pelicans and meet Ed and his prehistoric friends as Segra Park turns into Jurassic Park for the day.
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