Quick-thinking store employee prevents scam that could have cost couple $5,000
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. — The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is recognizing a local grocery store assistant manager for stepping in and stopping a scam. Law enforcement says her quick actions saved a woman from losing $5,000 in bitcoin. “I’ve done this before. I’ve done this more times than...
One dead, one injured in shooting on Monticello Road
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WACH) — The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a fatal shooting that left one person dead and another injured Wednesday afternoon. Deputies responded around 12:15 p.m. to the 7300 block of Monticello Road, where they found two people suffering from gunshot wounds. Deputies...
This growing area near Columbia is getting a new Publix store. Here’s where
A major grocery store chain is planning a new location in the Midlands. Publix, which has stores in a number of states, has signed a lease to bring a new location to Blythewood, the company said Thursday in a news release. The store will be at the northwest corner of Highway 21 and Turkey Farm Road, not far from...
SC environmental regulators halt operations at solar panel manufacturer following 2nd chemical spill
COLUMBIA — South Carolina’s environmental agency halted all operations of a controversial solar panel manufacturer following a second spill in three days at its York County manufacturing site. Federal regulators from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency also are expected to begin an investigation next Wednesday,...
Free compost offered to City of Columbia residents in April
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The City of Columbia’s Solid Waste Division is inviting residents to pick up free compost during its annual giveaway event in April. The City of Columbia Public Works Department’s Solid Waste Division will host the event on Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 8 a.m. to noon, while supplies last.
Search for missing SC woman who relatives haven’t heard from for weeks
A search is underway for a missing South Carolina woman. Candace Crawford was publicly reported missing Tuesday by the Columbia Police Department . The 38-year-old was reported missing by a relative on Feb 28, police said in a news release. The relative said that Crawford has not been in touch with family members...
Forest Acres Police continue investigation after multiple cars targeted, items stolen
Forest Acres Police released surveillance video on Wednesday of suspected car thieves who targeted several cars overnight Monday into Tuesday morning.
Columbia man gets a decade in prison for his actions in Myrtle Beach
A Columbia man got 10 years in prison for domestic violence, fentanyl and firearm charges. Fifteenth Circuit Solicitor Jimmy Richardson said Jaquis Derrick, 25, of Columbia, pleaded guilty to first-degree domestic violence, possession with intent to distribute fentanyl, and unlawful possession of a firearm by a...
South Carolina Clock Spring Forward 2026: Clocks Move Ahead One Hour Sunday in Columbia...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Columbia, SC – Clocks across South Carolina will jump ahead one hour at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 8, marking the start of daylight saving time and prompting emergency officials to remind homeowners to complete...
Teen arrested in connection with non-fatal stabbing on Wheat Street
City of Columbia Police Department (CPD) investigators have arrested 18-year-old Justin A.E. Reyes in connection with the non-fatal stabbing of a 58-year-old man that occurred on March 2. According to the incident synopsis, CPD investigators were initially dispatched to the 2700 Block of Wheat Street in Columbia...
