West Columbia Police Chief Marion Boyce

LRADAC’s Alcohol Enforcement Team and Cayce Police Department sponsor DUI Identification Training

From Laura Ryan, LRADAC – Driving under the influence is a problem throughout the year but with the significant numbers of year-end DUIs and alcohol related deaths top of mind this time of year, LRADAC’s Alcohol Enforcement Team is sponsoring a comprehensive DUI education training program for Midlands law enforcement officers and prosecutors from Richland, […]

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West Columbia Police investigating shooting

The West Columbia Police Department investigated a shooting incident that occurred on Double Branch Road, between Greenwood Road and North Brown Street, Wednesday. The victim’s injuries were non-life threatening. It is believed the incident was isolated, according the the WCPD. The general public was not in danger.

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Veterans Day is Thursday – Veterans serving in the West Columbia police and fire departments

Veterans Day is Thursday (Nov. 11) and there are many veterans who are part of West Columbia community. Veterans Day is the time set aside for Americans to pay our respects to those who have served their country in the military. It is a day to stand united for US military veterans. Veterans Day was […]

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See the new look of West Columbia Police patrol cars

Some West Columbia Police patrol cars are getting new graphics.The West Columbia Police Department posted photos on it Facebook page of the new design, Monday. There was a thanks to The Graphics Source for working with the WCPD on the project.

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West Columbia Police Chief Marion Boyce stresses Halloween safety

Halloween is Sunday, Oct. 31. It has evolved from the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, which included the lighting of bonfires and wearing costumes to ward off ghosts. Halloween 2020, was impacted by COVID, but this year Halloween is back. With more children expected to be back out on the streets this year, families should […]

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New West Columbia Police Chief Marion Boyce speaks at C-WC Chamber Breakfast

Marion Boyce was named as the new West Columbia Police Chief in early September.Boyce, who replaced the retiring Chief Dennis Tyndall, outlined his plans at the Greater Cayce West Columbia Chamber Breakfast Tuesday. It was held at Stone River in West Columbia. “I’ll pick up the ball and run with it,” said Boyce, who has […]

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In a weather emergency, West Columbia schools have a plan, you need a survival kit

September is National Emergency Preparedness Month. In West Columbia, local officials have a plan and they are sure to make note of available resources as their attention turns toward awareness. West Columbia Police Chief Marion Boyce and West Columbia Fire Chief Chris Smith refer to trusted sources when seeking information regarding emergency preparedness. “The South […]

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