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Richland County Coroner Gary Watts has released the name of the individual who died as the result of a vehicle collision that occurred last Tuesday at approximately 6 p.m. The incident occurred at 2640 Gervais Street, Columbia. Jean A. Wilkins, 82, of Meadow Woods Drive, Lexington, was transported from the scene by Richland County EMS […]
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The Cayce Historical Museum held it’s Congaree Heritage Day of Unity was last Saturday. It was a learning experience for the family that showcased Native American culture through dance, music, authentic craft demonstrations and storytelling. Also taught was primitive skills such as flint knapping and pottery making. Another part of the day highlighted the central […]
Read More >>The Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber of Commerce is presenting Rocky Horror Picture Show, Oct. 26, at Historic Columbia Speedway. Friday, October 26th, Historic Columbia Speedway 2001 Charleston Hwy in Cayce Featuring Food & Drink Vendors * Costume Contest * Audience Participation Zone Chairs and Blankets Welcome 2017 SOLD OUT, so get your tickets NOW! Tickets […]
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The West Columbia Police Department is busy. In August, officers handled 3,374 calls for service. Of those, 478 were traffic stops and 400 incident reports were written. Officers with the department made 117 arrests. Of those arrests, 18 were traffic arrests and 99 were criminal, including 58 felony arrests. Officers issued 328 citations and 285 […]
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First responders were out in West Columbia Thursday. Public works crews were on the scene of a fallen tree in the Saluda Gardens area of the city. The West Columbia Fire Department assisted Lexington County Fire Services at a residential fire Thursday morning. A train was stopped in Lexington County because the tracks may be […]
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A Lexington District 2 School Board Candidates forum, presented by the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber, is Monday. This is your opportunity to get to know the Lexington District 2 School Board Candidates. Each candidate will participate with a personal introduction, a question and answer period with pre-approved questions provided by the Chamber and end with […]
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The Cayce Historical Museum’s Congaree Heritage Day of Unity is this Saturday! Bring the whole family for this exciting learning experience! The Congaree Heritage Day of Unity will be held this Saturday, October 13th from 10 AM until 4 PM at the Cayce Historical Museum located at 1800 12th Street, behind Cayce City Hall. This […]
Read More >> The West Columbia Police Department is busy. In August, officers handled 3,374 calls for service. Of those, 478 were traffic stops and 400 incident reports were written. Officers with the department made 117 arrests. Of those arrests, 18 were traffic arrests and 99 were criminal, including 58 felony arrests. Officers issued 328 citations and 285 […]
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