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Former Gray Collegiate and Clemson Quarterback Hunter Helms honored with a resolution by West Columbia City Council, Tuesday

Former Gray Collegiate and Clemson Quarterback Hunter Helms was honored with a resolution by the West Columbia City Council, Tuesday.Helms will join the Clemson coaching staff of Dabo Sweeney this summer. Helms played quarterback at Gray Collegiate Academy before moving on to Clemson where he became the Tigers’ No. 2 […]

Traffic diverted on Sunset Boulevard Tuesday afternoon after “fatal” crash

Lexington Police responded to the site of “a fatal collision near the 5100 block of Sunset Boulevard,” in Lexington, Tuesday afternoon. (Click here)Inbound traffic on Sunset Boulevard was being merged into the outbound lane around the collision scene with coned lanes. And traffic on Sunset Blvd (US-378) at I-20 was […]

I-26 off-ramp near Lexington Medical Center was closed after an accident, Tuesday morning, now reopened

A crew from the West Columbia Fire Department was on the scene Tuesday morning of an accident on the 110 east bound exit ramp of I-26, to Sunset Blvd near Lexington Medical Center. The exit ramp was shut down and driver were asked to use an alternate route. Click for […]

Tartan Day South family-friendly festival, with live music, is back April 3-6, at Cayce’s Historic Columbia Speedway – See Schedule

The Tartan Day South festival is back, with the first event on Thursday April 3. Tartan Day South events run from Thursday until Sunday, with the big day of festivities being Saturday at Cayce’s Historic Columbia Speedway⁣. A traditional Kirkin’ of the Tartans celebration is at the City of West […]

Tickets for the 9th West Columbia’s Taste on the River go on sale Tuesday, April 1

The 9th Annual Taste on the River tickets are on sale beginning today, April 1. Taste on the River is an evening celebrating the vibrant food scene in the Midlands, Taste on the River includes unlimited tastings from renowned restaurants, an open bar, and a silent auction while supporting the […]

Visit the Colonial Village at Tartan Day South, Saturday

Visit the Colonial Village on April 5th at the Historic Columbia Speedway in Cayce! The event will run from 9 AM – 4 PM. during Tartan Day South. The Cayce Historical Museum coordinates the Taeran Day South Colonial Village, a group of local living historians, historical groups, and affiliates who promote the […]

Cayce Police Department investigating series of suspicious fires along the Cayce Riverwalk

The Cayce Police Department is investigating a series of suspicious fires along the Cayce Riverwalk and adjacent commercial properties. The fires that occurred between March 1 and March 14 are being investigated as possible arson. The Cayce Police Department is actively investigating the fires in collaboration with the Cayce Fire Department […]

Long-planned projects coming to fruition in West Columbia in the first quarter of 2025

The first quarter of 2025 is coming to a close. There are some West Columbia projects, including traffic upgrades and residential development, that have been planned recently that are coming to fruition this year. In August of 2023, it was announced by the SC Department of Transportation that a monitored […]

The Hot Flash 5K, sponsored by the Woman’s Club of Cayce, is May 3, Register Now, or become a sponsor

The Hot Flash 5K, sponsored by the Woman’s Club of Cayce, is at 8:30 a.m. on May 3 at the Timmerman Trail in Cayce. It’s billed as one of the best 5Ks of the year. Register at www.strictlyrunning.com.Bring some friends (there’s even a group registration discount) and spend some time […]