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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.
Richland County house fire causes significant damage, firefighters treated on scene
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. — Two firefighters had to be checked out but are OK after an intense house fire in Richland County on Sunday night. According to the Columbia-Richland Fire Department, crews responded to the 400 block of Oak Manner Drive off Clemson Road just before 9 p.m. The first on the scene saw smoke already showing from the home. The fire eventually spread into the attic before breaking through the roof.
Two airlifted after plane crash near Saluda County airport: One critical, one stable
SALUDA COUNTY, S.C. — Authorities say two people were airlifted from the scene following a plane crash in Saluda County on Sunday. According to the Saluda County Sheriff's Office, the small airplane crashed between Persimmon Hill Golf Course and the Saluda County Airport. Deputies, emergency medical services personnel and the Saluda County Fire Service responded to the location.
Volunteer rescue branch to assist Lee County amid national EMT shortage
LEE COUNTY, S.C. — Amid a national shortage of emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics, Lee County is launching a new branch of volunteer firefighters to respond to emergencies. The new "rescue branch" will help transport people needing medical attention to hospitals and administer basic aid until EMTs arrive.
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...
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.
New details: Two people hurt in Lake Wateree boat crash, man and woman hospitalized
RIDGEWAY, S.C. — Authorities say two people were hurt in an overnight boat crash on Lake Wateree. The Kershaw County Fire Service said neighboring Fairfield County Fire requested their Marine units around 2 a.m. to respond to a boat crash versus a dock around 2 a.m. Authorities said the crash happened in the 300 block of Bird Island Road.
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...
Pothole on Community Road in Blythewood causing concern for drivers
BLYTHEWOOD, S.C. — A pothole on Community Road in Blythewood is causing drivers to encounter some unwanted bumps in the road. Terra Lee, one of those drivers who encounters this pothole almost daily, says she is concerned. “There‘s a lot of construction on Community Road with a lot of...
Pothole on Community Road in Blythewood causing concern for drivers
BLYTHEWOOD, S.C. — A pothole on Community Road in Blythewood is causing drivers to encounter some unwanted bumps in the road. Terra Lee, one of those drivers who encounter this pothole almost daily, says she is concerned. “There‘s a lot of construction on Community Road with a lot of...
Update: Sumter teen beats stroke and overcomes all odds
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Last February, News 19 introduced you to 13-year-old Daniel Ahtonen, who had suffered a stroke while at Furman Middle School in Sumter County. Friday, Daniel’s grandmother, Rhonda Ahtonen recalled the day no one realized her grandson was having a stroke. “His speech was getting slurred,...
Lake Livingston Dam spillway under watch after recent rainfall and flooding
LIVINGSTON, Texas — Recent rainfall and flooding have caused issues at the Lake Livingston Dam -- particularly the spillway of the dam. Trinity River Authority officials said the dam's drainage area was compromised, leading to them issuing a "potential failure watch," which means officials will monitor and evaluate the spillway's integrity and make repairs or take other actions as necessary.
Late audit results in $10 million being withheld from Orangeburg County
ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. — Orangeburg County is one of several counties that has not submitted their year-end audit to the State Treasurer’s Office. This has led to over 10 million dollars in funds being withheld from the county. The State Treasurer’s Office says they withhold “aid to subdivision...
Columbia Urban League offers career development opportunities for teens
COLUMBIA, S.C. — This summer, the Columbia Urban League is giving students ages 14 through 19 the chance to develop and expand their career skills. The organization's Science Technology and Enrichment Program (STEP) pairs students with local organizations that match their career interests, helping them gain valuable employment experience.
After years of waiting, Residents are excited for repairs on Wildwood Lane bridge
KERSHAW COUNTY, S.C. — After years of being closed, the Wildwood Road Bridge in Kershaw County is finally undergoing construction. "It’s long overdue to be finished. I mean, for me to go downtown, it's another eight miles all the way around," said Charles Robson, who lives feet away from the bridge.
Forest Acres police search for missing man with dementia, seek public's help
FOREST ACRES, S.C. — Forest Acres Police are looking for a missing man with dementia they believe may be in danger. The department said 67-year-old Leon Canzater was reported missing around 11:30 a.m. from his home on Lakeland Drive near Pine Belt and Two Notch roads - not far from the Heyward Career and Technology Center. Forest Acres officers responded and have been canvassing the area.
Riverbanks Zoo mourns death of beloved giraffe Charlie
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The Riverbanks Zoo and Garden announced on Friday that a beloved animal has died. The zoo announced that Charlie, the giraffe described as a "wonderful ambassador for his species," died earlier in the week following health issues and a declining response to treatment. The zoo said in its announcement that Charlie was a visitor favorite at one of the facility's most interactive locations.
Kidnapping suspect escapes, child found unharmed in woods near Irmo
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. — Authorities have released additional details regarding a significant law enforcement presence in the Irmo area on Thursday afternoon. An incident report provided by the Richland County Sheriff's Department said that multiple agencies were in the area searching for a kidnapping suspect after an off-duty South Carolina Highway Patrol trooper called dispatch to report a man run into the woods with a child in the 1000 block of Farming Creek Road.
Richland County Recreation Commission approves $21.9M budget
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. — Tonight the Richland County Recreation Commission approved their $21.9M budget. According to the commission, no taxes will change at all for Richland County residents, and big capital improvement projects like the Hopkins pool will be prioritized. According to the commission chairman Rob Lapin, this is...
Law enforcement still searching for suspect in incident in Irmo
IRMO, S.C. — UPDATE: Authorities release new details following heavy police presence in Irmo area on Thursday. RICHLAND COUNTY. S.C. -- A large law enforcement presence was in an Irmo neighborhood Thursday afternoon into the evening. According to a spokesperson with the Richland County Sheriff's Department, law enforcement was...
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