Cayce Historical Museum Celebrates 25 Years of Operation

The Cayce Historical Museum celebrated 25 years of operation Saturday, among friends, volunteers and longtime supporters, including US Rep. Joe Wilson. At the casual dinner event, the Museum Commission and staff reflected on the individuals responsible for making the museum possible. Respects were given to Mr. John Ellisor, the founder of […]

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Identity of pedestrian fatally struck by van released by coroner

Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the pedestrian who was killed after being struck by a motor vehicle, Tuesday. The incident occurred at approximately 10 p.m. on U.S. 178 near Batesburg-Leesville. According to Fisher, Ryan Kneece, 27, of Batesburg was walking in the road when he was struck by […]

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Ribbon is cut on 1st Heritage Credit in West Columbia

There was a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday for First Heritage Credit.   First Heritage is at 2406-G Augusta Road, West Columbia. In the photo are: Michael Calvert, special assistant to U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson; and from First Heritage: David George: West Columbia Branch manger; Melissa Shirey: West Columbia Account Manger; David […]

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Boo Boo, dog stolen in car is returned

Boo Boo’s back home and all is well. Debrah Boulanger’s dog “Boo Boo” was in the car of a friend, when the car was stolen from the Triangle City area in West Columbia on June 10. With Boo Boo, a brown Chihuahua missing, the West Columbia Police Department announced that […]

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Body found in Congaree River

A body from the Congaree River has been recovered. Rescue crews had been searching since midday Sunday for a swimmer who went missing between the Gervais Street Bridge and the Blossom Street Bridge. The body was found closer to the Blossom Street Bridge, said Capt. Robert McCullough, spokesman for SCDNR. He said the […]

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Battling tragedy, installing smoke alarms, priority for West Columbia Fire Department

There is a lasting feeling of sorrow and loss for a firefighter after responding to a scene of destruction. That’s why the West Columbia Fire Department makes every effort possible to prevent each and every fire. “I cannot describe how it feels,” West Columbia Assistant Fire Marshal Rodney Howell said. […]

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Ribbon is cut on 1st Heritage Credit in West Columbia

There was a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday for First Heritage Credit.   First Heritage is at 2406-G Augusta Road, West Columbia. In the photo are: Michael Calvert, special assistant to U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson; and from First Heritage: David George: West Columbia Branch manger; Melissa Shirey: West Columbia Account Manger; David […]

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Boo Boo, dog stolen in car is returned

Boo Boo’s back home and all is well. Debrah Boulanger’s dog “Boo Boo” was in the car of a friend, when the car was stolen from the Triangle City area in West Columbia on June 10. With Boo Boo, a brown Chihuahua missing, the West Columbia Police Department announced that […]

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Body found in Congaree River

A body from the Congaree River has been recovered. Rescue crews had been searching since midday Sunday for a swimmer who went missing between the Gervais Street Bridge and the Blossom Street Bridge. The body was found closer to the Blossom Street Bridge, said Capt. Robert McCullough, spokesman for SCDNR. He said the […]

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Battling tragedy, installing smoke alarms, priority for West Columbia Fire Department

There is a lasting feeling of sorrow and loss for a firefighter after responding to a scene of destruction. That’s why the West Columbia Fire Department makes every effort possible to prevent each and every fire. “I cannot describe how it feels,” West Columbia Assistant Fire Marshal Rodney Howell said. […]

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