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Top Restaurants, Great food at 10th Year of Taste on the River, June 11, proceeds go to major West Columbia Beautification projects

The 10th Annual Taste on the River is Thursday, June 11, from 5:30 until 9 p.m. It’s a can’t-miss unforgettable evening of indulgence featuring the culinary talent of the best chefs in the Midlands at Stone River, 121 Alexander Road, West Columbia. “We have a great restaurant line up,” said Kathy Whetzel, Chairwoman […]

Best-Selling Thriller Author Jennifer Van Der Kleut to make Exclusive Author Appearance at West Columbia’s Ikie Lu Record Club

WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. — Thriller fans and book lovers are invited to an exciting evening with best-selling author Jennifer Van Der Kleut at one of West Columbia’s newest and most talked-about destinations, Ikie Lu Record Club, on Sunday, June 22. The special event will feature a live conversation with the […]

Lexington County Woman Sentenced to Federal Prison for Possessing a Firearm During a Drug Trafficking Crime

Brittany Nicole Miles, 37, of Lexington, has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for possessing a firearm during a drug trafficking crime. Evidence obtained in the investigation revealed that the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department utilized a confidential informant to […]

2 pets rescued, 1 pet dies as Irmo Fire District responds to apartment fire

Irmo Fire District and Columbia Fire Department responded to an apartment fire at The Lory of Harbison, Wednesday morning. Smoke was seen coming from the roof of the building off of Fairforest Road when firefighters first arrived shortly before 10:45 a.m.All occupants of the building escaped safely. Three tenants of […]

West Columbia City Council recognizes Michael Mayo and Palmetto Outdoor for offering 20 years of tubing, kayaking, and canoeing

West Columbia Mayor Tem Miles and City Council recognized Michael Mayo and Palmetto Outdoor for 20 years of business at the Regular Council Meeting on Tuesday. For two decades, Palmetto Outdoor has been the premier destination for tubing, kayaking, and canoeing, helping locals and visitors experience the very best of […]

Cayce City Council passes ordinance to regulate the use of Golf Carts – Negative social media posts decried by councilmember

Cayce City Council approved first reading of an ordinance to regulate Use of Golf Carts.The new golf cart ordinance would requite golf cart drivers to be age 16, with a valid drivers license, proof of insurance and registration. Click here to see Cayce City Council video Golf carts would be […]

City of Cayce is hiring – Chief Financial Officer, Police Officer, Truck Driver and more

The City of Cayce is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer to be part of a growing community. Home to a thriving arts district, scenic Riverwalk, and deep history dating back 12,000 years, Cayce is a perfect blend of charming neighborhoods and economic development. It’s an exciting time to be […]