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Lexington Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison for Distribution of Meth, Repeat Gun Charge

Curtis Hill, III, 36, of Columbia, has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to drug conspiracy and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime. Evidence obtained in the investigation revealed that on three different occasions, Hill sold methamphetamine to confidential sources. […]

Driver injured after SUV runs under tractor-trailer on I-26 in Irmo – Emergency crews cut into vehicle to remove driver

Tuesday night, crews from the Irmo Fire District responded to a serious vehicle collision on I- 26 westbound at the 101 mile marker – the Broad River road exit by the car dealerships. An SUV traveling at the interstate speed limit ran into the rear of a semi truck that […]

Get an ice cream cone at Zesto or a cool drink at Brickhouse or The Hideout in WECO on these hot, West Columbia summer days

When temperatures rise outside, you may need something cool in your body. Ice cream is a summertime favorite and there are West Columbia businesses that offer a cool drink in a comfortable atmosphere. A Zesto ice cream cone, dipped in a chocolate coating, is a great way to top off […]

City of Cayce inviting photographers to submit images for the city’s annual calendar

Do you have a passion for photography and a love for our Cayce community? Now’s your chance to showcase your talent and help highlight the charm, character, and beauty of our city! The City of Cayce is inviting photographers of all skill levels to submit their stunning images for our […]

MPA Strategies, of Cayce, Named Best Marketing Agency in South Carolina for 2nd Year in a Row

MPA Strategies, a statewide marketing & public relations agency with a team in both the Midlands and the Upstate, has been named as the 2025 Best Marketing Firm in South Carolina by the Guide to SC’s Best of South Carolina Awards for the second year in a row. Since its founding, MPA has […]

Missing man found

The Lexington Police Department was searching for a missing man. He was found.

Lexington County Fire Service and West Columbia Fire Department respond to Monday afternoon blaze

Lexington County Fire Service and the West Columbia Fire Department responded to a residential structure fire in the 100 block of Stephanie Drive, Monday afternoon. Crews arrived on the scene and worked quickly to extinguish the fire. Members of the Fire Marshal’s Office were on scene conducting an investigation.

Lexington Man Arrested on Criminal Sexual Conduct with a Minor and Related Charges

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of James Devan Martin (age 34), of Lexington, on three charges connected to the sexual exploitation of a minor. Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department made the arrest. Investigators state Martin solicited and […]

2 dogs rescued after breaks out at house in Irmo

Irmo Fire crews were on the scene of a residential structure fire, Monday afternoon, in the 1500 block of Woodstream Road. Quick work by IFD crews, with an assist from Columbia Fire Department, saved the house and kept the damage limited. The residents were not home at the time of […]

Funeral for West Columbia’s Chip Browne, Real Estate School of South Carolina, is Saturday July 12

West Columbia’s Chip Browne, husband of Melissa Sprouse Brown, passed away on Thursday, July 3. Chip had been in the hospital for 30 days after a traffic accident near McSwain Drive in West Columbia. He was the Real Estate School of South Carolina owner, with Melissa. Chip Browne has been […]