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Bad weather results in closed roads, Friday

The Lexington Police Department reported that the traffic signals were without power at South Lake Drive (SC-6) at Industrial Drive, Friday night. The power was expected to be out for several more hours and an officer was onsite directing traffic at South Lake Drive (SC-6) at Industrial Drive. The intersection was […]

Man beat his grandmother to death, says Lexington County Sheriff’s Department

A Batesburg man has been charged in the alleged beating death of his grandmother, according to the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department. Dustin Edward Hoff, 30, will also be charged with ill treatment of an animal after deputies found a dog stabbed to death inside the victim’s home, according to an […]

West Columbia Riverwalk, an outdoor museum, with the appeal of nature

With the warm summer breezes, West Columbia’s Riverwalk becomes even more of a focal point for water recreation, music and good times. But that’s not all Riverwalk offers. Set in a perfect hue of green, nature comes alive on the trail by the rushing water of the Congaree. Turtles, muskrats, […]

Lexington County Sheriff’s Department looking for Outlaw motorcycle gang member

Mark Slusher, a documented member of the Outlaw motorcycle gang is being sought by the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department. Investigators have obtained warrants for Slusher’s arrest on multiple drug charges, according to a LCSD release. If you have any information regarding Slusher, call Crimestoppers at 888-CRIME-SC to share tips on […]

Tiki-Fiesta scheduled for Riverwalk is canceled

The Tiki-Fiesta was scheduled for 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. at the West Columbia Riverwalk Saturday. But with a 100% chance of rain forecast for the during the entire duration of the event, it has been rescheduled and moved to next weekend at City Roots in Columbia under the pavilion. […]

West Columbia Beautification Foundation recognized

West Columbia Mayor Bobby Horton(pictured) Mayor Pro-Tem Tem Miles (pictured), and West Columbia City Council recognized the West Columbia Beautification Foundation for their valuable contributions to the City. Copy of Resolution below: A Resolution Recognizing the West Columbia Beautification Foundation for their Valuable Contributions to the City of West Columbia […]

Anne McQuary recognized for her Emmy nomination

West Columbia Mayor Bobby Horton, Mayor Pro-Tem Tem Miles (pictured), and West Columbia City Council recognized Anne McQuary for her Southeast Regional Emmy Nomination. Copy of Resolution below:

Rev. Kenneth Taylor receives resolution from West Columbia City Council

West Columbia Mayor Bobby Horton, Mayor Pro-Tem Tem Miles (pictured), and West Columbia City Council recognized Reverend Kenneth Taylor for his service to the City of West Columbia at the June Regular Council Meeting, Tuesday. Taylor also received a resolution. It is included below. A Resolution Recognizing Reverend Kenneth Taylor […]

East Point Academy Archery Teams recognized by West Columbia City Council

West Columbia Mayor Bobby Horton, Mayor Pro-Tem Tem Miles (pictured), and West Columbia City Council recognized the East Point Academy Archery Teams at the June Regular Council Meeting. The teams were recognized for their accomplishments in competition

Timothy Jones found guilty of murdering his 5 children

Timothy Jones was found guilty Tuesday of murdering all five of his children. After a three-week trial, the Lexington County jury deliberated for a little more than six hours before returning with a verdict. The children ranged in age from 1-to-8. They were killed in a mobile home in Red […]