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Repair of the West Columbia Riverwalk to begin July 14, after FEMA approves contract

FEMA has recently approved the repair contract for the West Columbia Riverwalk that was damaged by Hurricane Helene. With the contract approved by FEMA work can now proceed to fixed the damage portions of the Riverwalk, according to West Columbia Mayor Tem Miles. (Click here) “The contractor has ordered the […]

Savage Craft music, tubing, BBQ, peaches, fireworks – Your West Columbia July 4th Guide

From river recreation, barbecue, and craft beer, to live music, fireworks, and even the annual Lexington County Peach Festival, If you live in West Columbia there’s many ways to celebrate July 4. While West Columbia City Hall will be closed on July 4, some West Columbia businesses will open […]

Cayce Shares Tips with Cayce Businesses on Social Media Day

This one is for the businesses of Cayce. Monday was recognized as National Social Media Day. And one thing that many business owners often wonder is, “When should I post to social media?” The City of Cayce on Monday issued a list of ideas that will help businesses navigate social […]

Man on motorcycle, stopped under Lexington County overpass, is killed when struck by vehicle

Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the person who died in a motorcycle vs. vehicle accident near the 51 mile-marker of I-20 eastbound in the Lexington area of Lexington County, Saturday. According to Sgt. Tyler Tidwell of the SCHP, the collision occurred around 3:20 p.m. The vehicle was a […]

Cayce Police Arrest Man for Allegedly Discharging Firearm in the City

At approximately 12:50 AM, Saturday, the Cayce Police Department responded to a domestic disturbance on Hudson Avenue in Cayce. Mr. Michael Fontenot, age 42, was arrested and charged with discharging a firearm in the city. Additional charges may be forthcoming, and the matter remains an active investigation. No one was […]

Cayce Fire Department christens new fire engine at “Washdown” ceremony, Thursday morning

The Cayce Fire Department introduced its new fire engine at a “Washdown” ceremony, Thursday morning, at the Cayce Fire Department. The Washdown ceremony is a tradition that dates back to the 1890s when a new pumper wagon was pressed into service. The horse and the fire wagon were washed down when […]

Vehicle strikes a fire hydrant on Columbia Avenue in Lexington overnight

The Lexington Police Department responded to an incident in the eastbound lane of Columbia Avenue, overnight Thursday and early Friday morning. A vehicle struck a fire hydrant and the eastbound lanes of Columbia Avenue (US-378) at Berly Street were closed. Police asked drivers to seek an alternate route until the […]

West Columbia antique stores welcome a younger generation of buyers, with an increase in walkability and new residential options

On State Street, on Meeting Street, even in Triangle City and beyond, West Columbia has a high concentration of antique stores. Those stores see waves of various types of buyers throughout the year. From Gamecock fans in town for a game or the families of Fort Jackson Basic Training grads, customers come […]