A Lexington man has been arrested in connection to a break-in Saturday at a home near Pelion. John Wayne McFatter, 30, is charged with two counts of kidnapping, armed robbery, assault and battery, burglary and possession of a weapon during a violent crime, according to arrest warrants. “Based on our work at the scene and […]

University of South Carolina Director of Athletics Ray Tanner announced Sunday that Will Muschamp is no longer the head football coach, effective immediately. It was also noted that offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach Mike Bobo will serve as the interim head coach for the remainder of the season. The University of South Carolina Athletics notified the public […]

The Congaree River at Columbia was at 20.12 ft around 1:30 p.m. Saturday, according to the Congaree River Keeper. The river was expected to crest at 20.6 ft (minor flood stage) a little bit later Saturday. (link to Congaree River Keeper) The Congaree River at Congaree National park was at 17.6 feet, and is forecast […]

Gray Collegiate defeated St. Joseph’s Catholic School, 47-22, Friday in the first round of the state high school football playoffs. (Image is from Gray-Saluda earlier this season) With the win the War Eagles remain undefeated at 7-0. The game was played at the Midlands Sports Complex in Pine Ridge.Gray running back KZ Adams scored four […]

A Richland County man has been arrested in connection to a fatal shooting Monday night near Red Bank. James Joseph Patterson III, 23, is charged with murder and possessing a weapon during a violent crime, according to arrest warrants. “After reviewing the evidence and interviewing witnesses, detectives have concluded Patterson shot a man in the […]

 The City of West Columbia’s Meeting Street Artisan Market invites the public to shop locally this Saturday, November 14, from 9 AM – 1 PM, at the Interactive Art Park, 425 Meeting Street, West Columbia. The market includes vendors selling original art, crafts, foods, and produce. Shop with the vendors and interact with the unique […]

The West Columbia Riverwalk Park and Amphitheater, 109 Alexander Road, and 100 Riverside Drive, West Columbia, is temporarily closed due to flooding.

Thanksgiving 2020 is on Nov. 26.On this traditional holiday, 46 million turkeys are eaten, according to the Southern Farm Network. The average weight of a turkey purchased at Thanksgiving is 15 pounds. As the holiday nears, some West Columbia restaurant owners and chefs take advantage of the opportunity to bond with family, and avail themselves […]