Three arrested, charged with murder in I-20 shooting
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WACH) — Three men have been arrested in connection with the shooting death of James W. Smith, III, according to the Richland County Sheriff's Department. Cedric Hollomon, 32, D’Andre Burris, 28, and Gequanta Clea, 26, have all been charged with murder. Authorities say the victim...
USGS reports 3.0 magnitude earthquake in Lexington County
LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WIS) - Authorities said an earthquake was felt in part of the Midlands on Thursday. The United States Geological Survey said a 3.0 magnitude earthquake was detected near Lake Murray in Lexington County just before 12:30 p.m. WIS has received reports of the quake being felt in...
SAFETY ALERT: Recalled fried rice could have been sold in Augusta
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Augusta-area residents could have purchased fried rice that was recently recalled because it may contain glass pieces. The brand − Ajinomoto Yakitori Chicken with Japanese-Style Fried Rice − was sold at Costco, according to a recall letter received by a local customer. The region...
Lane set to close in Lexington as crews repair road
LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WACH) — Morning travelers can expect delays on Wednesday morning due to a temporary lane closure in Lexington, according to the Lexington Police Department. Authorities say the closure will take place in the eastbound lane of Columbia Avenue near Berly Street and Fox Street from 9...
St. Pats in Five Points kickoff postponed
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - The annual kickoff for St. Pats in Five Points has been postponed due to inclement weather. Five Points announced the schedule change in a social media post. The kickoff is now set for Monday, March 2, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Five Points Fountain...
Coworking space to open doors at popular Columbia food hall. Here’s when
A new coworking space with offices and more is set to debut at a popular food hall in a growing district in Columbia. SOCO Gather will open on Feb. 26 at the Gather COLA food hall in the BullStreet District near downtown, according to a release from Gather COLA. The facility will have nearly 9,500 square feet for...
Country legend Darius Rucker to headline Gamecock spring fest
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — Country stars Darius Rucker and Lauren Alaina will perform at the Garnet & Black Spring Fest on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Colonial Life Arena, Gamecock Athletics and Rock Block announced. The festival replaces this year’s Spring Game due to stadium construction and includes a...
Midlands motorcycle clubs to hold ride in honor of Trooper Dennis Ricks
Two Midlands motorcycle clubs will be hosting a benefit motorcycle ride in honor and memory of Trooper First Class Dennis Ricks.
Applicant withdraws rezoning request for Koon Store Road/Wilson Blvd proposed development
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. — Richland County leaders held a zoning public hearing Tuesday night where several potential housing developments were on the agenda. The proposed rezoning of 155 acres on Koon Store Road was withdrawn by the applicant, John Stephens, following public pushback and infrastructure concerns....
People Drive From All Over South Carolina For The Home-Cooked Food At This Tiny...
There’s a little restaurant in Cayce that doesn’t look like much from the outside, but inside, magic happens on every plate. George’s Southside Restaurant has become a destination for people throughout South Carolina who are tired of corporate chain food and crave something real. The kind of...

















