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More than one million voters have already cast their ballot, SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick says voting reflects enthusiasm

More than one million voters have already cast their ballot during the early voting period in South Carolina. In the 2020 General Election more than 2.5 million votes were cast. There were just over 3.5 million voters registered in the state in 2020. SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement on this historic turnout: “The […]

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Herbert Blake introduced as Cayce’s new Police Chief

The City of Cayce held a press conference Tuesday to introduce its new Cayce Police Chief, Herbert Blake. Chief Blake spoke about his experience, his new role, and his approach to serving the community with several members of the local media.

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Get a ticket for the first-ever West Columbia Beautification Foundation 50/50 Reverse Raffle, drawing is Nov. 6, Grand Prize is $10,000

The West Columbia Beautification Foundation is hosting its first-ever 50/50 Reverse Raffle to raise funds to enhance and beautify the City of West Columbia. The drawing will occur on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, from 7 PM to 10 PM, at Savage Craft Ale Works, 430 Center Street, West Columbia. Only a few tickets of the […]

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Ft. Jackson’s Army Band to play at the Lexington 2 Performing Arts Center on Veterans Day

The new Lexington Two Performing Arts Center will host a free concert featuring Fort Jackson’s 282D Army Band to celebrate Veterans Day. The event, open to the public and all community veterans, begins at 6 p.m. on Monday, November 11 at the Performing Arts Center, 3205 Platt Springs Road, Springdale. Lexington Two students with JROTC […]

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Lexington Man Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Jared Allen Harmon (age 22), of Lexington, on five charges connected to the sexual exploitation of minors. Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department made the arrest. Investigators with the Attorney General’s Office, also a member of the […]

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West Columbia Police Chief Marion Boyce Gives Safety Recommendations for Halloween – See a list of Trunk-or-Treat events

Halloween is Thursday, Oct. 31. It’s an exciting time for children who are anticipating treats. But safety should be a priority according to West Columbia Police Chief Marion Boyce. because there are lots of kids out on the streets on Halloween night and that increases the need to pay attention. “We encourage drivers to take […]

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West Columbia’s Annual Fall Back Fest is Friday, Nov. 1, with live music, art, food, and drinks

The City of West Columbia’s 8th Annual Fall Back Fest is Friday, Nov. 1, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. on the 100-300 blocks of State Street. The free event welcomes the community and visitors to celebrate the fall season with live music, art, food, and drinks. Local artists will paint temporary murals on the street […]

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2 people die Sunday as a result of traffic-related incidents, Lexington County Coroner identifies the West Columbia and Lexington victims

First fatality report – Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the person who died from the result of a vehicle vs. pedestrian accident in the 800 block of Chris Drive, in West Columbia on Monday, Oct. 21, shortly before 9:30 p.m. According to Fisher, Mrs. Heidi M. Bahrs, 49, of West Columbia was in […]

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