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AT&T Fiber is now available in parts of Cayce

AT&T Fiber is now available in parts of Cayce. “The 100 percent fiber network from AT&T will contribute to our growing economy and high quality of life in Cayce,” said Cayce Mayor Elise Partin. “Access to high-speed internet will help create new jobs, grow small businesses and improve access to […]

Phase 1 of Cayce Riverwalk closed through April 5, for repairs

Repairs are underway on the Cayce Riverwalk. Beginning Monday (March 27) repair work will begin in Phase 1 of the Riverwalk. Repair work will be done from the northernmost point of Riverwalk (at the West Columbia Riverwalk entrance) south to Deliesseline Street. From March 27 through April 5, this section […]

Funeral is 1 p.m. Monday for members of the Kelly Family, killed in fire

The time for the funeral has been announced for the four members of the Kelly Family killed in a fire last Tuesday. The funeral is scheduled for 1 p.m. on Monday, at Trinity Baptist Church in Cayce. Visitation will be held before the service from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Scott and […]

Phase 1 of Cayce Riverwalk closed through April 5, for repairs

Funeral is 1 p.m. Monday for members of the Kelly Family, killed in fire

I-26 Leaphart Road Bridge closed, damage significant after collision

Transportation closed the bridge on Leaphart Road that crosses Interstate 26, in West Columbia, near mile marker 110, Friday. Crews are installing the closed and detour route signs immediately. The closure is necessary because a vehicle struck the bridge earlier Frida. SCDOT inspectors discovered significant structural damage that poses a […]

West Columbia Councilman Dale Harley’s obituary, funeral is Sunday

Leonard Dale Harley, Sr., 76, of West Columbia, SC passed away Thursday, March 23, 2017. He was born in West Columbia, SC to the late James “Alburn” and Leola Spires Harley. Dale was a longtime member of Platt Springs UMC, were he once was very involved with the youth group […]

I-26 bridge over Leaphart Rd. damaged, 2 lanes closed temporarily

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) will close two lanes of Interstate 26 eastbound near mile marker 110 at the Leaphart Road bridge beginning at approximately 11 a.m. Friday (March 24.) The closure is necessary because a vehicle struck the bridge earlier today. SCDOT has inspectors on site to perform […]

City of West Columbia issues release on death of Councilman Dale Harley

From the City of West Columbia: The City of West Columbia is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Mayor Pro-Tem L. Dale Harley on Thursday, March 23, 2017. He had represented Council District 1 since he first was elected in September 1993. He also served two previous terms as […]

Ribbon cut on Cayce’s repaired Newman Boat Landing

The Thomas E. Newman Boat Landing is officially reopened. Cayce Mayor Elise Partin paid tribute to Newman (now deceased) Thursday. He was a veteran, an educator and a basketball coach at Brookland-Cayce High School. The small ceremony to reopen the landing was held at the site off of 12th Street Extension, near […]