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West Columbia Public Works crew holds Backhoe Rodeo – See the Winners

It’s National Public Works Week, and the City of West Columbia celebrated with its annual Backhoe Rodeo, Wednesday. Click here to see video The West Columbia Public Works crew works tirelessly behind the scenes every day to keep WeCo running smoothly, safely, and beautifully. Wednesday, the crew got to put their incredible precision, speed, and […]

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Lexington County Sheriff’s Department is asking for help to find man wanted for burglary and other charges

The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department is asking for help to find Frederick Michael Nerini. He’s wanted on multiple charges including four burglary charges, possession of stolen goods and criminal conspiracy. He’s likely in the Gilbert area, according to the sheriff’s department. You can anonymously share tips on Nerini’s whereabouts when you use the Midlands Crimestoppers […]

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Sponsor the 2026 Taylor Watford Foundation’s 5th Annual 5K Run/Walk for Hope, or register to participate

The Taylor Watford Foundation’s 5th Annual 5K Run/Walk for Hope is scheduled for May 16, 2026. The TWF thanks you all of its previous sponsors and would love to have you back for the 5th Annual 5K. We invite all new sponsors, too. Sponsorship packages and their prices have remained the same– between $100 and $2,000. If you […]

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Thousands line 12th Street for the Cayce-West Columbia Parade of Lights on a pleasant December evening

The Cayce-West Columbia Parade of Lights, sponsored by the Cayce-West Columbia Chamber, made its way across 12th Street, Saturday evening. The parade featured more than 110 entries with 300-plus units. From go-carts and big trucks to elected officials and the Brookland-Cayce Marching Band. Cayce City Council Members: Phil Carter; Alice Rose; Tiffany Aull; and Byron […]

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Outgoing Cayce-West Columbia Chamber President Tim James receives Resolution at Business Breakfast

Tim James is leaving his post as Chamber President and CEO at the end of December. At the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber Business Breakfast, Tuesday, Chamber Board Chairwoman Lindsay Miles proclaimed it “Tim James Day.” James was presented with a Resolution and a Plaque honoring his six years of service as Chamber President and CEO. […]

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Collision in Lexington causes lane shifts

The Lexington Police Department reported a collision on Augusta Road (US-1) at Library Hill Lane. The crash resulted in the traffic shifting into the median around the scene.Library Hill Lane was blocked by the wreck.

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Greedy Rascals Hot Dog Bar opens in Triangle City, West Columbia

Greedy Rascals Aka The Hot Dog Bar opened in the first week of September at 1125 Meeting St, in West Columbia. Greedy Rascals is a family-oriented hot dog bar, with all kinds of special hot dogs. There is also outside dining and it’s pet-friendly. Brandon and Shakira Johnson are the owners. Brandon said he and […]

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58 vehicle collisions in West Columbia in August, see where the accident hotspot is

The West Columbia Police Department received 3,677 Calls for Service in August. There were 470 incident reports written, 142 arrests and 738 Traffic Stops made. (Click here to see all stats) There were 58 vehicle collisions, 230 citations written and 40 DUI arrests. Dreher Road at Augusta Road was deemed an accident Hotspot by the […]

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