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Rescue conducted on the Saluda River, near zoo

Personnel from the Columbia Fire Department’s Swiftwater Rescue team were needed on the Saluda River near Riverbanks Zoo Saturday afternoon. Four people became stranded on part of the Mill Race Dam due to high water levels.Everyone was rescued and brought to shore safely, according to a CFD report. CFD photo. […]

Man charged with stabbing his mother to death

Lexington County deputies arrested and charged a Columbia man with murder in the fatal stabbing of his mother Friday. The victim was identified as 60-year-old Jocelyn Murray, according to Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher. J.W. Hayes Jr., 40, is charged with murder and possessing a weapon during a violent crime, […]

Coroner identifies woman who died in West Columbia crash

Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the individual who died in a single-vehicle accident. It occurred in the 600 block of West Dunbar Road in West Columbia at approximately 8:45 p.m., Thursday. According to Fisher, Ms. Alexis Younginer, 26, of Irmo was pronounced dead at the scene due to […]

Enhancements to River District good for Kinetic Derby Day’s future

“It was a wonderful event,” Special Events Coordinator Kelli Ricard told West Columbia City Council at council’s May meeting, as she gave her final report on the 2019 Kinetic Derby Day. The event was a huge success in its second year Ricard said. It drew three times as many visitors […]

Retiring Lexington 2 employees honored at reception

Twenty retiring Lexington Two employees were honored at a reception Thursday. The reception was held before the monthly Board of Trustees meeting at the district office. Among those who have announced their retirement as of June 30 are: Airport High Deborah Ann Hightower Margaret Martin Wanda Sharpe Brookland-Cayce High Anita […]

West Columbia Provides Free Shuttle to Riverwalk Amphitheater

The City of West Columbia is providing free shuttle service to visitors of the West Columbia Riverwalk Park and Amphitheater until June 30, 2019. Visitors can park at City Hall, 200 N. 12th Street, West Columbia, SC, and ride the shuttle that runs every 15 minutes to the Riverwalk Park […]

Newberry County teen missing, has family in West Columbia

The Newberry County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in its search a missing juvenile. Tristan Briana Lindler, 15, left her home on Mt. Tabor Church Road in the Little Mountain section of Newberry County around 9 p.m. Wednesday night in her Grandfather’s white 2002 Chevrolet Silverado truck, in […]

Rhythm on the River is Saturday with 48 Fables and Admiral Radio

The Rhythm on the River – Spring Concert Series is at 6 p.m. Saturday. Band this week is: 48 Fables and Admiral Radio. Enjoy music with friends and family at the Wyman “Mac” Rish Riverwalk and Amphitheater in West Columbia. Relax and enjoy the view of the Congaree River or […]

West Columbia Police Foundation Foot Pursuit 5k Race is Saturday

You can still register for the Foot Pursuit 5k Race! 100% goes to support the West Columbia Police Officers Foundation. It’s 8 a.m. Saturday- and starts at the West Columbia City Hall, 200 N. 12th Street, West Columbia.

West Columbia City Council recognizes Saluda River Academy’s Bobcat Players

The West Columbia Mayor and City Council presented the Saluda River Academy of the Arts’ Bobcat Players with a resolution recognizing their accomplishments. The resolution was presented by Mayor Councilman Tem Miles, Mayor Pro Tem at council’s May meeting The Bobcat Players are directed by SRAA’s theatre teacher, Stephanie Walker, […]