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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 […]

West Columbia’s Meeting Street Artisan Market Features Handmade crafts, stunning artwork, baked goods, and more – It’s Thursday from 4-8 p.m. – See Vendor Line-Up

Start your evening in WeCo’s River District off right by checking out the Meeting Street Artisan Market! Handmade crafts, stunning artwork, baked goods, and more wait for you at the Interactive Art Park (425 Meeting St.) THURSDAY, June 26, from 4-8 PM!

The Vacuum Center has reopened at a new location after fire destroyed the business in May

On May 2, The Vacuum Center at 1306 Charleston Highway in West Columbia burned. After the fire, owners Mike and Peg Wilson said the “store sustained considerable damage and destruction” from the fire, but the plan was to reopen the store. In the last week, the Vacuum Center has reopened […]

Lightning strike at Lake Murray Public Park sends several to the hospital

There was a lightning strike at the Lake Murray Public Park, Tuesday, near the dam. According to a detection monitoring system, the lightening strike occurred around 4:44 p.m. The strike resulted in 20 people (8 adults and 12 children) being hit. Reports stated that up-to 15 people were transported to […]

Lexington County Man Sentenced to Life for Red Bank Murder

Mark A. Scheibler, age 50, has been sentenced to Life in prison following his conviction in Lexington County for Murder and Possession of a Weapon during commission of a Violent Crime. Judge Walton J. McLeod, IV imposed the sentence following a trial last week in Lexington County General Sessions Court. […]

AG Alan Wilson, who lives in Lexington County, announces he is running to be the state’s next governor

Republican Attorney General Alan Wilson made an official announcement Monday night that he is running to be the state’s next governor. The announcement was made at a campaign kickoff event at Hudson’s Smokehouse in Lexington. Wilson lives in Lexington County. Click here to see the video announcement on Facebook Wilson […]

Cayce City Council has appointed Michael Conley as the City Manager of Cayce

The City of Cayce is pleased to announce the hiring of a new City Manager, Mr. Michael Conley. When current City Manager, Jim Crosland, announced his future plans in May of 2025, the City of Cayce and Council posted the vacancy for the City Manager position and began holding interviews. […]