The usual Halloween trick-or-treating may look a bit different this year, as many parents err on the side of caution to maintain their children's safety amid the pandemic. The Center for Disease Control provided some suggestions for adults and kids to still participate in Halloween festiviti…
“Alzheimer’s is not taking a hiatus during COVID-19 and neither are we,” said Alexis Watts, Midlands director of the Alzheimer’s Association, and all over the Columbia area Saturday, people proved her right.
Midlands residents might see a few "shooting stars" this week in the night sky, due to the Orionids meteor shower caused by pieces of Halley's Comet.
Election day is Nov. 3, and South Carolinians will have to decide whether to reelect US Senator Lindsey Graham for a fourth term, or if the tides have changed in the Palmetto State. Graham is opposed by Democratic Senate nominee Jaime Harrison, who entered the race in May of 2019.
Richland Library is expanding its options for residents to access books, materials, WiFi, computers and printing while locations are closed during the pandemic.
South Carolina’s teen birth rate is the 11th highest in the nation, and the numbers for Black and Hispanic teen pregnancies and for sexually transmitted infections among teens are even more alarming.
As in-person absentee voting begins Monday in South Carolina, the presidential election is getting most of the attention. However, one other federal government race and many more at state and local levels will also be on the ballot.
It’s not too late to make your voice count in November’s general election.
Representatives from the SC State Fair are looking for students' artwork to be featured in the 2020 drive-through State Fair. This year, large work will be best for displaying purposes.
The library has been about much more than just books for many years now, and those services have been missed in the year of COVID-19. Good news for patrons, though: Richland County’s progress continues with the return of more options.
Current and former South Carolinians can find out if they have any extra money lying around by visiting the State Treasurer’s Office online. In order to find out if they have any missing money, residents can search for themselves, their family and their friends on Treasurer.sc.gov for free.
South Carolinians will soon be required to have their vision tested before being able to renew their driver's licenses.
Governor Henry McMaster along with SCDHEC officials addressed South Carolinians Tuesday afternoon to provide an update on visitation at nursing homes across the state.
Governor Henry McMaster wrote a letter to the chairman of the South Carolina board of Health and Environmental Control Friday, requesting up-to-date visitation guidelines for guests to visit loved ones at nursing homes.
Governor Henry McMaster announced Wednesday that 70 school districts in South Carolina will be receiving $10 million worth of personal protective equipment for the upcoming school year. He made the announcement from the Anderson Institute of Technology.
The Columbia Chamber confirmed Friday that Richland County Councilman Calvin "Chip" Jackson has passed away.
It’s almost time for tax free weekend in South Carolina.
The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in another delay in the S.C. High School League football season.
Governor Henry McMaster held a press conference Wednesday to provide a COVID-19 update for South Carolina.
Governor Henry McMaster held a press conference Wednesday to address plans for the upcoming school year. Since March 16, students across the state have completed instruction through e-learning, and plans had not been formally addressed for the fall.
Tony Clyburn has been working in radio since he was a freshman in high school. Originally from New York, he moved to the Midlands in the late 80s and quickly became a beloved community radio personality.
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster along with state epidemiologist Linda Bell held a press conference Wednesday to provide a COVID-19 update and urge the public to act responsibly during the Fourth of July weekend.
Many Fourth of July events were cancelled this year in an attempt to follow social distancing protocols in South Carolina. However, Midlands residents can still celebrate the holiday at the following events:
Dominion Energy is extending assistance programs and payment options to help customers facing financial hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (COMET) launched a campaign called “Saving Sarah’s Seat” in honor of a local civil rights icon. Saving Sarah's Seat will run through Aug. 22.
Community members gathered for a special occasion Thursday morning to celebrate the groundbreaking of Camp Cole in Eastover.
Temperatures are known to be "famously hot" during the summer in the Midlands, but that doesn't keep residents from exploring outside - especially when swimming is an option and social distancing is still an important factor. Whether hiking, fishing, floating, or boating is your preferred ac…
Richland County businesses with frequent person-to-person contact can get free noncontact infrared thermometers from the county’s Economic Development office to help screen employees for COVID-19.
Governor Henry McMaster issued an executive order Friday morning, allowing bowling alleys to reopen and lifting the capacity restrictions of shoppers allowed in retail stores. In the same order, he also announced the extension of South Carolina's state of emergency.
Governor Henry McMaster held a press conference Wednesday, announcing the latest COVID-19 update for South Carolina. The press conference began with State Epidemiologist Dr. Linda Bell expressing her concern regarding the large amounts of COVID-19 cases within the state over the past couple weeks.
Richland County Coroner Gary Watts released the name of the individual who died Monday after being involved in a single-vehicle collision between 8:35 a.m. and 8:54 a.m. The incident occurred on Garners Ferry Road at Spring Crossing Road in Eastover.
Residents of South Carolina have the opportunity to vote today (Tuesday, June 9) in the statewide primary. Polling locations will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. A photo ID, or voter registration card if you have no ID, is required.
South Carolinians will have the chance to vote Tuesday in the primary election. Some have already mailed their votes through an absentee ballot, which all voters had the option to do this year due to COVID-19 adjustments. According to officials, social distancing and safety precautions will …
Representatives from Richland School District One released an official statement Monday in response to a post on social media made by one of the district's bus drivers Saturday.
According to SCDHEC, South Carolina has been provided with a limited supply of Remdesivir, the drug that recently received an emergency use authorization by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating patients with COVID-19.
Governor Henry McMaster held a press conference Wednesday announcing the next step in reopening South Carolina amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Krispy Kreme is offering something sweet to high school and college seniors who are unable to celebrate a 'normal' graduation. A new 2020 Graduation Dozen will be given to grads for free Tuesday, May 19.
Representatives from the South Carolina Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program are now offering $25 food vouchers to low-income senior citizens. The offer is available through the SC Department of Social Services.
It was announced Wednesday that Vector Control has begun its annual campaign to control mosquitoes across Richland County.
Representatives from the SC Department of Motor Vehicles announced that offices will return to operating five days a week, beginning Wednesday, at all locations across the state but two (Allendale and McCormick).
Governor Henry McMaster addressed the public Monday afternoon, regarding an update on the coronavirus in South Carolina.
One more step toward normalcy begins Monday, as thousands of restaurants across South Carolina reopen for dine-in services. Although there are still restrictions in place to maintain safety for both customers and employees, Governor McMaster has allowed for patrons to occupy up to 50% capacity.
High School coaches and players have taken steps on their own to keep in playing shape during the pandemic crisis.
With COVID-19 causing mental distress for all, but entrepreneurs and small business owners even more than most, a nonprofit is making a new tool available to help.
Governor Henry McMaster announced Friday that he is going to allow restaurants in South Carolina to reopen for dine-in service beginning Monday.
The Boy Scouts of America, a scouting program that has existed in the United States since 1910, has over 2.3 million members and 1 million volunteers nationwide. To better serve local scouts, the nonprofit is governed by 272 local councils, each presiding over a certain geopolitical area.
Representatives from the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced that residents and staff members at every nursing home in the state will be tested for COVID-19.
Governor Henry McMaster declared Sunday, May 3, to be a day of prayer in South Carolina.
A new free online service now allows anyone in South Carolina to check whether their symptoms are a reason to be concerned about COVID-19.
The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles will expand operations by reopening all 66 branch offices throughout the state, beginning May 4, to increase convenience for customers amid COVID-19.
Representatives from the Department of Health and Environmental Control announced that more food options will be offered to South Carolinians receiving WIC.
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