NEWS

West Columbia Police seek attempted murder suspect

There was an attempted murder on Tuesday at 450 Meeting Street, West Columbia, according to the West Columbia Police Department. A victim was shot multiple times and the alleged shooter fled the scene in a grey or silver Chevrolet HHR. The vehicle headed east toward Columbia. Photos are attached of the suspect as well as […]

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West Columbia Mayor Bobby Horton welcomes Riverbank Elementary at dedication

West Columbia Mayor Bobby Horton and other elected officials, on Tuesday, welcomed Riverbank Elementary School to West Columbia at the Dedication Ceremony. Riverbank is the new school off of Sunset Boulevard, on Cougar Drive.

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Candidate withdraws at Lexington 2 forum, others introduce themselves

Candidates for the Lexington District 2 School Board took part in forum, Monday. It was presented by the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber, and held at Cayce Elementary School. Candidates introduced themselves and answered questions posed to them by moderator Gavin Smith. In her introduction statement, candidate Denise Setzler withdrew from the race. She said it […]

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Candidate withdraws at Lexington 2 forum, others introduce themselves

Candidates for the Lexington District 2 School Board took part in forum, Monday. It was presented by the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber, and held at Cayce Elementary School. Candidates introduced themselves and answered questions posed to them by moderator Gavin Smith. In her introduction statement, candidate Denise Setzler withdrew from the race. She said it […]

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Rocky Horror Picture Show, Oct. 26, at Historic Columbia Speedway

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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Photos from Cayce Historical Museum’s Congaree Heritage Day

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 […]

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Lexington woman dies in Columbia crash

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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Adults passed out in car, police say, toddlers running around in parking lot

Springdale Police Department arrested two adults last week after responding to a call at the Raceway gas station on Airport Boulevard. Upon arriving, officers found the adults passed out in a car while their toddlers were playing in the parking lot, according to an Springdale Police report. Both adults were under the influence: one was […]

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