Accused road rage driver fleeing police crashes into gas pump, sparking fire and causing...
COLUMBIA, S.C. – A South Carolina woman is sharing her story after surviving a gas station fire. It happened on May 17th in Columbia. Olivia Finch says she was pumping gas, when she heard tires screeching loudly. Investigators say a driver was avoiding police after a road rage incident and ended up crashing into the pu
This Day in History: June 2, 1917: Final approval granted for Fort Jackson in...
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WCSC) — The War Department granted final approval of the location of an Army training center in Columbia and construction began on Camp Jackson on this day in 1917. The training center, now known as Fort Jackson, saw more than 1,500 buildings built between June and December...
Cayce drainage project blasting caused damage, hurt property value, lawsuit says
A Cayce property owner is suing the city over disruption caused by blasting for the Cayce Avenues drainage project . He claims the work done caused expensive property damage and emotional distress. Mark Burt, a resident of Lexington and the owner of a Cayce property on Deliesseline Road. It is located in a residential
Reggaetronic’s Lake Murray Palooza Returns July 11 with Music, Boating and Community Impact
LAKE MURRAY, S.C. — Reggaetronic is bringing its signature mix of music and lake culture back to Lake Murray with the return of Lake Murray Palooza on July 11 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Set against the scenic backdrop of Fat Frogs Marina (formerly Frayed Knot Marina), the...
Suspect returns to scene of hit-and-run and rams deputy investigating it, SC authorities say
LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. — Authorities say a man wanted in connection with hitting a building in Lexington County over the weekend returned to the scene late Monday morning, ramming a deputy who was there to investigate. The Lexington County Sheriff's Department said a deputy was investigating hit-and-run damage to...
The old Cayce Red Lobster is under construction. What’s taking its place?
Construction is underway on Knox Abbott Drive in Cayce, at what used the old Red Lobster. The restaurant at 1270 Knox Abbott Drive closed in August 2024 , and came amid the restaurant chain’s bankruptcy and hundreds of other closures across the country. A new primary care facility will take its place. As of Monday, a r
Lexington debates proposed fee for Icehouse Amphitheater eventgoers to fund maintenance
LEXINGTON, S.C. — The Town of Lexington is considering a new fee for people attending events at the Icehouse Amphitheater, with town leaders saying the additional revenue could help cover maintenance and future improvements at the popular venue. Town officials say the amphitheater attracts thousands of visitors from ou
Midlands food trucks battle gas price increases
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - As gas prices have climbed nationwide, local food truck owners say they are feeling the impact on their pockets. Not only does it cost hundreds of dollars to fill up the actual truck, but most rely on gas-powered generators to keep the kitchen running all day.
Suicides rising among SC elderly but overall senior health up, new report says. What...
Senior health in South Carolina seemingly improved since last year, according to a recent report from America’s Health Rankings , the longest-running state-by-state assessment of the nation’s health, but some there are still some issues that the Palmetto State needs to face. Every year, America’s Health Rankings releas
Columbia’s Ikie Lu’s Record Club serves a $30 caviar hot dog. Here’s what to...
A new Columbia spot is putting an upscale spin on an American classic. Ikie Lu’s Record Club is serving a $30 caviar hot dog among its menu of elevated comfort food. FULL STORY: Article Here are key takeaways: Ikie Lu’s Record Club was established last year by Matt Catchpole and is named after his 99-year-old grandmoth
