NEWS

Town of Pine Ridge Tree Lighting is Dec. 6, at Pine Ridge Town Hall

We are less than two weeks away from our amazing tree lighting event. Make sure you mark your calendars and save the date. December 6th at 5:30 pm you are going to want to be at Pine Ridge Town Hall. Live Music, Performances by local school bands, local school chorus groups and many more! We […]

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Irmo Police Asking for Donations for Annual Shop with a Cop

The Irmo Police Department (IPD), in partnership with the Irmo Police Department Community Foundation are asking for local businesses and individuals to consider making a donation this holiday season to the 2025 Shop with a Cop. Shop with a Cop is an annual event, bringing Irmo law enforcement and local families together for an afternoon of connection, Christmas cheer, and […]

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Holidays in West Columbia with Santa’s Mailbox, Christmas Tree Lighting, Artisan Markets, Parade Day Festivities – See City Hall Closings, Sanitation Changes, and Lexington 2 School events

The Christmas Season is special, with an old-time feeling of warmth, children with a sparkle in their eyes and lights of all colors illuminating the streets. And the City of West Columbia is bursting with holiday cheer this season. From the 21st Annual Christmas Tree Lighting to the Meeting Street Artisan Markets, Night Time Parade of […]

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Cayce Firefighter Dakota Forsythe completes grueling 24-Hour “Fit to Fight Fire” Crucible

Cayce Firefighter Dakota Forsythe has passed one of the toughest physical evaluations a firefighter can confront. Forsythe completed the 24-Hour Fit to Fight Fire Crucible. For 24 hours, Dakota exemplified grit and unshakable purpose. It takes heart and relentless effort to complete the rigorous physical and mental Fit to Fight Fire test. It takes resilience, […]

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City of Cayce encourages support of local businesses and “Christmas in Cayce” events over the holidays with “25 Ways to Give Back”

The City of Cayce is sharing a new holiday initiative. It’s called “25 Ways to Give Back,” Support Local and Enjoy Christmas in Cayce.” Support Small Business Saturday is the Saturday after Thanksgiving. The 25 Ways to Give Back are ideas for you to share with friends, family and neighbors. The squares – in the […]

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Lexington County Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Murder

Allon T. Adams, (pictured) – a 24-year-old Leesville man, has been sentenced to Life in prison following his conviction in Lexington County for Murder, Armed Robbery, Criminal Conspiracy, and Possession of a Weapon during commission of a Violent Crime. Judge Walton J. McLeod, IV, imposed the life sentence on the murder charge and concurrent sentences […]

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West Columbia City Hall Closed on Thanksgiving Day and Friday

City Hall Closing Information for Thanksgiving The City of West Columbia City Hall will be closed on Thursday, November 27, 2025, and Friday, November 28, 2025, in observance of Thanksgiving. The City will resume regular hours on Monday, December 1, 2025. There will be no yard trash pickup on Friday, November 28, 2025. Download the […]

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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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