Month: August 2023
All City of West Columbia parks are now open after being closed due to the threat of inclement weather.
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The Greater CWC Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Programs is excited to announce the Annual Gala will take place from 5:30 pm to 9 pm, on Aug. 17, at the Stone River Event Hall on the Congaree River in West Columbia. The annual event is a celebration of the businesses, tourism and economic growth of […]
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Drugs are the No. 1 killer of Americans ages 13-to-50. And with the start of school in August, the stress level for teens can be overwhelming. The Taylor Watford Foundation is concerned about the amount of drug use, suicide and mental health issues in our community. So the Taylor Watford Foundation is holding a Back-To-School […]
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West Columbia Due to the threat of inclement weather, including high winds and debris, the City of West Columbia will implement the following closures and cancellations: ParksAll city parks, including the Wyman “Mac” Rish Riverwalk Park and Amphitheater, will be closed beginning Monday, August 7, 2023, at 5 PM, until further notice. SanitationPlease secure your […]
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Irmo Fire District assisted Columbia Fire Department with a commercial vehicle fire on I-26 eastbound just past the 97 exit, before noon on Monday. All lanes eastbound were closed and for several hours. Alternate routes and avoiding the area was advised. IFD, SCDOT and Columbia Fire photos
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Due to forecasts of high winds and possible storms Monday afternoon that could make bus travel hazardous, Lexington Two schools will dismiss students one hour early on Monday, August 7. Dismissal times will be 1:30 p.m. for elementary schools, and 2:30 p.m. dismissal for middle and high schools. All afternoon and evening activities are canceled […]
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A Columbia man is accused of trafficking fentanyl after his arrest Monday near Interstate 20. Jakob Regan Dator, 20, is charged with trafficking fentanyl, 28 grams or more, according to an arrest warrant. “Lexington County narcotics agents stopped Dator Monday on the I-20 on-ramp at Sunset Boulevard,” Lexington County Sheriff Jay Koon said. “Agents found […]
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The City of Columbia is notifying drivers that the intersection of Lake Murray Blvd. and St. Andrews Rd. will be closed for infrastructure repairs beginning Monday, Aug. 7. Work is anticipated to be completed by Friday, Aug. 11. The City urges motorists to reroute accordingly if possible. Any other questions or concerns regarding this traffic […]
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