South Carolina’s First Conviction for Fentanyl-Induced Homicide sends a Lexington County Drug Trafficker to Prison for 30 years
Bradford Wayne Jovanelly, age 46, pled guilty to Fentanyl-Induced Homicide on Thursday, July 23, in what is believed to be the first conviction under the law since Governor Henry McMaster signed it into effect in May of 2025. Circuit Court Judge Debra R. McCaslin sentenced Jovanelly to the maximum sentence of 30 years in the […]
Cayce Police seeking public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old who left his home
The Cayce Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Johnie Bryan Dempsey. There are no known medical issues at this time. Johnie has previously run away and was located in the area of Knox Abbott Drive. If you have any information regarding Johnie Bryan Dempsey’s whereabouts, please […]
Fallen tree knocks out power for some Lexington residents, Sunday morning
Crews Dominion Energy were working in Lexington Sunday morning, on Harmon Street, between Taylor Drive and Corley Street, to remove a fallen tree from power lines. Streets were closed while crews worked. All lanes of Harmon Street were reopened before noon and Dominion Energy continued to work in the area […]
Lexington County Woman Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison for Trafficking Drugs
Kristen Nicole Foutz, age 44, was convicted by a Lexington County jury on Wednesday, July 22, for Trafficking Methamphetamine, 28 grams or more, but less than 100 grams. Circuit Court Judge Jocelyn Newman presided over the trial that began on Monday, July 20, 2026, and sentenced Foutz to thirty (30) […]
Beat the heat in West Columbia in the Congaree River, or dine outside in the evening
The heat and humidity in a South Carolina July can be challenging, but here are various ways in West Columbia to enjoy the summer months, in comfort. Adjusting your wardrobe and wearing loose-fitting, breathable natural fabrics is one way to keep yourself cooler.Fabrics including linen and cotton, or moisture-absorbent synthetics […]
Lexington County woman murdered, killer gets life in prison
Tyrese “Rese” Glascho, a 27 year old Columbia man, has been sentenced to Life in prison following his conviction in Lexington County for Murder, Attempted Murder, Armed Robbery, Criminal Conspiracy, and Possession of a Weapon during commission of a Violent Crime. Judge Walton J. McLeod, IV imposed the life sentence […]
Irmo Fire responds to a call from Fernandina Road for the second time this week
Irmo Fire crews were on the scene of a vegetation fire in the 3000 block of Fernandina Road, Thursday. It’s the same property where there was a fire earlier in the week. The flames were visible from I-26. The fire was put under control. Approximately one-half acre of brush was […]
Cayce Police Back-to-School Bash is July 30, still time to donate School Supplies
The Cayce police Department is grateful to everyone who has already donated school supplies to help prepare for the upcoming Back-to-School Bash! The CPD still needs your help to make sure our students are ready for a great school year! The CPD is accepting new school supply donations through July […]
REMINDER: SC Department of Employment and Workforce, Department of Social Services hosting Community Career and Resource Fair in Cayce, July 28
The South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce and the South Carolina Department of Social Services to host a Community Career and Resource Fair in Cayce District 2, open to residents of the City of Cayce and surrounding communities. The event will connect job seekers with local employers who are […]
New Bank of America being built in West Columbia
Bank of America is constructing a new building at 2525 Augusta Road (US 1) in West Columbia. The bank is near where Beverly Drive at Augusta Road. The new location is being built near Walmart, across from the Raceway gas station.A banner hanging on a fence surrounding the property reads: […]
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