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Airport’s “Eagles for a Cause” hosting a Community Outreach Fair, Saturday, Dec. 3 – Volunteers Needed

The Airport Eagles for a Cause is conducting a Community Outreach Fair – We CareFREE EVENT for our Community in need. It’s Saturday, Dec. 3, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Congaree Elementary School, 1221 Ramblin Rd., West Columbia, SC 29172. Contact: [email protected] or call: 803-339-9219. Website: https://linktr.ee/eaglesforacause

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Two men accused of stealing cars, all-terrain vehicles, from businesses in Lexington County

Two Columbia men are accused of stealing cars and all-terrain vehicles from Augusta Road businesses in Lexington County. Ernest Michael Bell, 47, and Zannie Rashod Phillips, 29, are charged with grand larceny, second-degree burglary and criminal conspiracy, according to arrest warrants. “After reviewing security cam video, property crimes investigators concluded Bell and Phillips cut a […]

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Brookland-Cayce science teacher Elizabeth McShane passes away

Brookland-Cayce High School science teacher Elizabeth McShane passed away late last week. Brookland-Cayce sent an email Monday afternoon informing students and parents of McShane’s passing. A copy of the letter is posted below: Dear Brookland-Cayce Families: It is with a heavy heart that we mourn the passing of a member of our Brookland-Cayce High School […]

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Black Rooster Owner Kristian Niemi receives Lifetime Achievement Award, inducted into Hall of Fame

Kristian Niemi, owner of Black Rooster in West Columbia’s Brookland development, has been chosen for the Lifetime Achievement Award by the SC Restaurant and Lodging Association. He was also inducted into the Columbia Restaurant Hall of Fame at the annual Columbia Restaurant Hall of Fame and Benefit Dinner on Nov. 21 at the Columbia Metropolitan […]

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Lexington 2 to implement use of metal detectors at arena and stadium events

As part of Lexington Two’s commitment to the safety of students, families, employees, and community members, the district will implement regular use of metal detectors to screen spectators at arena and stadium events beginning on Monday, November 28.   All event attendees will be asked to follow instructions of the security screening staff on site, and […]

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Gamecocks defeat Clemson to end Tigers’ streak

South Carolina beat Clemson, 31-30, Saturday. It was the Gamecocks’ first win over the No. 8, Tigers since 2013. Clemson led 14-0 at one point, but USC battled back and took the lead in the fourth quarter, then held it. It was Clemson’s first home loss in 40 games, dating back to 2015.

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Christmas Planetarium Lighting at the SC State Museum is Dec. 1

The Holiday Planetarium Lighting is Thurs., Dec. 1, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the SC State Museum. In addition to extended operating hours, this evening will include showings of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 4-D and the planetarium experience, Winter Stars Live Sky. Plus, the Cotton Mill Exchange will be open for extra shopping time, kids can enjoy […]

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Shop West Columbia on Small Business Saturday, this Saturday, Nov. 26

Small Business is the backbone of the West Columbia economy. Small Business Saturday is this Saturday, Nov. 26 in advance of the holiday shopping season. And West Columbia is ready for it.Small Business Saturday encourages consumers to shop in the local community and support local businesses. Clothing shops, restaurants and service providers are looking forward […]

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