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Midlands residents celebrate 14th annual Tartan Day South

WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - The 14th annual Tartan Day South has officially come to a close with the Kirkin of the Tartan. A Presbyterian-style service was held at the Riverwalk Park Amphitheater to end the festival. The tradition is tied to bringing the wool or “kirk” to be blessed...
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SUV driver hits Black Rooster restaurant, injuring two

A juvenile faces charges after crashing an SUV into the Black Rooster restaurant in West Columbia, injuring two people. According to West Columbia Police Department Assistant Chief Matthew Deas, officers responding to a "Be On the Lookout" (BOLO) call attempted to pull over an SUV on State Street Friday night around...
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USC CHIRP Lab program uses barbershops, Fitbits to address health gaps for Black and...

Researchers at the University of South Carolina are testing a new approach to reach Black and Latino men where they already gather, the barbershop, to improve mental health, physical health, and overall well-being.
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Eckstrom Announces Run for Lexington County Probate Judge

Brian Eckstrom, an attorney with Moore Bradley Myers and a lifelong resident of Lexington County, has announced his candidacy for Lexington County Probate Judge. The Probate Court plays a key role in the community, handling matters such as administering estates, appointing guardians and conservators, issuing marriage...
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AWARENESS: Palmetto Cemetery preservation effort reconnects descendants and history

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Palmetto Cemetery is more than a burial ground. Established in 1920 during segregation, it became one of the few places where African American families in Columbia could lay their loved ones to rest with dignity. Today, the cemetery stands as the largest community-formed Black cemetery in...
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Lady Tigers Complete Series Sweep Of Allen

COLUMBIA, S.C.- Led by a strong pitching effort and timely batting at the plate, Savannah State completed their three-game sweep of Allen on Saturday afternoon with a 15-1 win at MLK Park. The win improved SSU to 20-12 overall and 11-7 in the SIAC. It's the Lady Tigers first 20-win...
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Mario Cristobal loses out on Irish OT to South Carolina and we all know...

Shane Beamer tried to do everything in his power to keep Neff Giwa from even visiting Miami. He knows what the Hurricanes' reputation is with offensive linemen and was willing to pay whatever to make sure Giwa didn't see it.
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FIRST ALERT: Critical fire danger continues today, chilly forecast for Sunday morning

The risk of wildfire danger remains elevated and critical across the state today due to low humidity, gusty winds, and dry fuels.
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Richland County deputy fired and arrested on assault charge, sheriff says

A Richland County sheriff’s deputy was fired and arrested after being accused of assault, according to the department. Tiffany Anderson, 45, was charged with simple assault following an incident on March 23, when deputies responded to a residence on Laurel Bluff Court in reference to an assault. An investigation...
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A man accused of fatally shooting an acquaintance has been detained, according to deputies

A serious criminal case in South Carolina has taken a new turn, as authorities arrested a man already out on bond for a previous murder investigation. The case involves multiple incidents and has raised concerns about repeat violent offences. Suspect Arrested in Fatal Shooting Case. According to the Columbia Police...

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