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Lexington County Sheriff’s Department looking for missing man

The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department is trying to find 35-year-old Tony Etheredge. His family reported him as a missing person Thursday. The family last had contact with him on Jan. 1.Tony is 5’9” and weighs 135 pounds. His truck, a 2014 black Toyota Tacoma, was recovered near the intersection of Truex Road and Rish Drive […]

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Portion of the West Columbia Riverwalk closed due to flooding

The portion of the West Columbia Riverwalk from the Moffatt Street Entrance, 100 Riverside Drive, West Columbia, to the West Columbia Amphitheater is temporarily closed due to flooding. 

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Did Parade Day and Cayce-West Columbia Parade of Lights attract the largest crowd ever?

Sen. Nikki Setzler was the Grand Marshal for the Cayce-West Columbia Parade of Lights, Saturday. He was impressed with what he saw. “I thought it was a tremendous crowd and that everyone was in a holiday spirit,” Setzler said. “It was a reflection of the incredible community we live in.” West Columbia Mayor Tem Miles […]

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From South Congaree to West Columbia, and Cayce to Pine Ridge, Christmas events begin later this week – See the schedule!

The City of West Columbia’s Tree Lighting is Friday (Dec 1) at 6:30 p.m. and the City of Cayce’s Tree Lighting is at 6 p.m. on Thursday (Nov. 30) Kids can send letters to Santa from Carraway Park at Riverwalk. The Town of Pine Ridge Christmas Parade is at 4 p.m. on Saturday Dec. 2 […]

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Anchor at Danwood Shopping Center in West Columbia is being remodeled – What’s coming?

The Danwood Shopping Center is undergoing a façade redevelopment. It’s at 2410 Augusta Rd. in West Columbia. The Danwood Shopping Center is across from Hobby Lobby. The available anchor space includes 25,844 sq-ft. Sources indicate that Planet Fitness will occupy space at the shopping center. Other stores in the shopping center are: Pet Supplies Plus, […]

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15-year-old Lexington One student charged in connection to threats to 3 schools

A 15-year-old Lexington One student has been charged in connection with threats made Tuesday to White Knoll High School, River Bluff High School and the North Lake Community Learning Center. The student, whose name will not be released because he is under age 18, communicated electronically about bombs being placed in the schools and plans […]

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Cayce holding Fiesta to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, on Sunday

On Sunday, September 24 for the 2nd Annual Fiesta to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month will be held from 11 AM – 3 PM at Granby Gardens Park, located at 1800 12th Street, Cayce. There will be over 35 local vendors who will showcase their community resources in both English and Spanish. There will also be law […]

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West Columbia’s Meeting Street Music Fest is this Saturday: What You Need to Know

The City of West Columbia is excited for the first-ever Meeting Street Music Fest, this Saturday, September 16, from 4 – 8 PM, on the 500 – 700 Blocks of Meeting Street, West Columbia. This highly anticipated event promises to be a sensational experience that will resonate with music enthusiasts of all ages. Featuring an […]

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