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SCDOT to close and detour Pine Street bridge over Congaree Creek in Lexington County for repairs, beginning Jan. 26

The South Carolina Department of Transportation will close and detour the Pine Street bridge over Congaree Creek in Lexington County for repairs beginning January 26. The bridge is expected to reopen on February 6. These dates may change depending on weather conditions. As part of this closure a detour route has been set up. A […]

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Day of Service in Cayce highlighted by street clean-up in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

There was a Day of Service in Cayce, Saturday, two days before the Federal Holiday to honor the birth of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Cayce City Councilman Byron Thomas headed up the effort and US Rep. Joe Wilson joined in. “Thank you to everyone who came out on this beautiful day for our litter […]

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Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment Center Receives Workforce Development Grant from United Way and Women in Philanthropy

United Way of the Midlands is pleased to announce a 2025–2026 Impact Grant award of $31,745 to Brookland Center for Community Economic Change, doing business as Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment Center (BLEC). This investment was made through United Way of the Midlands in partnership with the Women in Philanthropy (WIP) organization, whose purpose is to award grants […]

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Funeral services held, Friday, for former Cayce Public Safety Chief “AG” Dantzler

Funeral services for retired Cayce Public Safety Chief Arthur Gramling “AG” Dantzler, 87, were held Friday at Trinity Baptist Church. Burial followed at Southland Memorial Gardens. The service was attended by law enforcement and fire personnel who were recognized as honorary pall bearers. (Tim James photos)

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City of West Columbia Launches $15 Million Infrastructure Project to Revitalize Mill Village and Alexander Road

The City of West Columbia is beginning a $15 million overhaul of the Mill Village neighborhood and Alexander Road. This comprehensive project is designed to modernize the area’s utility networks, reduce the risk of severe flooding, and improve overall safety and mobility for residents and visitors. The initiative is fueled by a strategic partnership between […]

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Lexington County Sheriff’s Department is asking for help to find man wanted for burglary and other charges

The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department is asking for help to find Frederick Michael Nerini. He’s wanted on multiple charges including four burglary charges, possession of stolen goods and criminal conspiracy. He’s likely in the Gilbert area, according to the sheriff’s department. You can anonymously share tips on Nerini’s whereabouts when you use the Midlands Crimestoppers […]

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Lexington Police looking for a man in connection to series of vehicle break-ins

The Lexington Police Department is searching for Christian Dominick Long, age 33 of Lexington, South Carolina, for charges related to a series of vehicle break-ins that happened in the early morning hours of December 24, 2025, in a neighborhood off Augusta Road in the Town of Lexington. There are currently four active warrants for Christian […]

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SCDOT video explains improvements to Augusta Road in West Columbia

US 1 (Augusta Road) in West Columbia is seeing safety-focused improvements, including new turn lanes and concrete medians, identified through an SCDOT Road Safety Assessment.These targeted upgrades will improve traffic flow, reduce the risk of serious or fatal crashes, and enhance safety for pedestrians. Click on the video link below https://www.facebook.com/reel/880102251487289

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