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West Columbia, Palmetto Outdoor, tubing season kicks off successfully, celebrating 20 years

For 20 years, Palmetto Outdoor with founder and owner Michael Mayo, has been delivering soothing tube floating rides down the river. The trip buses leave from West Columbia’s Riverwalk, and the tubers end their float at the West Columbia Riverwalk. The tubing trips have become such an ingrained part of the West Columbia Community, Mayo, […]

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West Columbia Vehicle Collisions Increase in May – See The WCPD Monthly Statistics Report

The West Columbia Police Department has released its Monthly Statistical Report for May 2026. The WCPD responded to 2,970 Calls For Service in May, according to data released by the department at the end of May.In May there were 96 vehicle collisions, up from 69 in April. There were 18 DUIs, 533 Traffic Stops, 216 […]

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Officer, suspect shot after West Columbia Police respond, SLED investigating

West Columbia Police Department officers responded to the 500 block of North Brown Street at about 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 10. The call resulted in both an officer and the suspect being transported to the hospital with gunshot wounds. Both the officer and suspect are in stable condition at this time. The case has […]

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“Taste on the River” REMINDER – Thursday at 5:30 – features GREAT FOOD from top restaurants

The 10th Annual Taste on the River is Thursday, June 11, from 5:30 until 9 p.m. It’s a can’t-miss unforgettable evening of indulgence featuring the culinary talent of the best chefs in the Midlands at Stone River, 121 Alexander Road, West Columbia. “We have a great restaurant line up,” said Kathy Whetzel, Chairwoman of the West Columbia Beautification […]

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Some Lexington County primary election results

Below are some of the Lexington County results from Tuesday’s GOP primary, published by the Lexington County GOP. Alan SC AG Wilson and Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette will go up against each other in a runoff June 23. SC Governor Wilson: 13,326 – 41%Evette 7,730 – 24%Reddy 4,168 – 13%Norman 3,665 – 11%Mace 3,028 – […]

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The June-July City of West Columbia Newsletter has been released – West Columbia Mayor Tem Miles’ Message and info from your West Columbia City council member

The June-July City of West Columbia Newsletter has been released. A feature on the Ikie Lu Record Club is one of the articles in the newsletter. Also: get West Columbia Mayor Tem Miles Message and info from your West Columbia City council member. There’s also an article on Signature Catering and Southern Urogynecology Wellness and […]

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Tribute to “Butch” Wallace who has has passed away – From US Rep. Joe Wilson

Today we honor the life and legacy of Gilbert “Butch” Wallace, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, friend, and public servant whose impact on our community will be felt for generations. Butch is survived by his beloved wife of 48 years, Carolyn Wallace, their two daughters, Heather Wallace and Michelle Boone, and grandson Tyler Muller. Together […]

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Men’s Mental Health Matters – An Editorial by Mr. Mark Sellers, Mental Health First Aid Trainer, Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment Center 

Men’s Mental Health Matters – An Editorial by Mr. Mark Sellers, MSW, Mental Health First Aid Trainer  – Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment Center – June 2026 June is recognized as Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, a vital time dedicated to reducing stigma, encouraging open conversations, and highlighting the unique mental health challenges that men often face. Bringing awareness […]

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