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Man arrested in car break-ins, had Social Security numbers, driver’s licenses, bank account info

Lexington County deputies arrested a Florida man Monday in connection with a string of car break-ins dating back to February. Eugene Christopher Washington, 33, is charged with six counts of larceny from a motor vehicle and one count of identity fraud, according to arrest warrants. “We got a break in these cases Monday when a […]

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Man fatally shot after high-speed chase through Richland, Lexington counties

A suspect was fatally shot by a Richland County deputy, Wednesday morning. According to LCSD, the incident occurred on Hilton Yonce Road in Pelion after a multi-jurisdictional pursuit. The departments involved included Richland County, South Carolina Highway Patrol, and the Lexington Police Department. The suspect initiated the pursuit in Lexington,  after a Lexington Police Department […]

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Cayce-West Columbia Lions conduct eye exams at UPS Health Fair

Members of the Cayce-West Columbia Lions Club conducting eye exams at the UPS Health Fair, at the UPS bub at Columbia Metropolitan Airport. Pictured are Charlelne Frye of the Lions, with UPS staff member, and Bill Mooneyhan, president of the Cayce-West Columbia Lions Club

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Rhythm on the River Spring Concert Series begins Saturday

The Rhythm on the River Spring Concert Series begins Saturday April 6. The shows begin at 6 p.m. and are at the West Columbia Riverwalk Park and Amphitheater 121 Alexander Rd, West Columbia. The spring lineup is as follows: April 6; Interstate Exiles and Freeway Music with Food Truck: The Haute Dog Lady; April 13 […]

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West Columbia City Council recognizes Connie Vaughn for her work to beautify West Columbia

West Columbia Mayor Pro-Tem Tem Miles, right, and West Columbia City Council recognized Connie Vaughn for her work to beautify West Columbia by picking up litter along the highways. Pictured: Ms. Vaughn and members of her family.

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Eric Williams is West Columbia’s new Certified Building Official

West Columbia Deputy City Administrator Michelle Dickerson introduced the city’s new Certified Building Official, Eric Williams, during the April Regular Council Meeting, Tuesday.

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Bernice Smith Wells recognized by West Columbia City Council

Ms. Bernice Smith Wells was recognized by West Columbia Mayor Pro-Tem Tem Miles and West Columbia City Council in celebration of her 70th Birthday. She is pictured: Ms. Wells, her family. Wells is an active member of the community, and she has contributed in may ways.

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Brookland-Cayce High School Honors Choir to perform at Lincoln Center in New York City

By Dawn Kujawa – Lexington 2 Schools Communications Director  Brookland-Cayce High School Honors Choir members are used to performing on a stage — but perhaps not one this big. Students, along with choral director Wendi Humphries, will be heading to New York City for a performance this Sunday, April 7, at Lincoln Center for the […]

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