Midlands hospital is growing fast. But they promise locals won’t see a change
Anyone who regularly drives down U.S. 378 can’t help but be aware of Lexington Medical Center. The imposing hospital dominates the local skyline right off Interstate 26, and has since it opened as a county hospital in 1971. But that stability hides a transition that’s underfoot. Lexington Medical Center has long been...
Powerball ticket worth $100,000 sold at QuikTrip in Columbia
A Powerball ticket worth $100,000 was sold at the QuikTrip on Two Notch Road in Columbia, according to the South Carolina Education Lottery. The winning numbers for Monday’s drawing were 3, 32, 40, 43, 57, and the Powerball was 18. The ticket included the PowerPlay option, increasing the prize...
Churches on alert after man disturbs number of services, SC sheriff says
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department said it’s investigating reports of a man who has interrupted multiple prayer services at South Carolina churches where he’s made threats. There have been a number of social media posts about the disruptions, and Trinity Point Church reported an incident that happened Oct. 12,...
South Carolina All-You-Can-Eat Buffets Known For Perfect Fried Chicken
South Carolina has a rich tradition of serving up some of the most delicious fried chicken you’ll ever taste. All-you-can-eat buffets across the state offer golden, crispy perfection that keeps locals and visitors coming back for more. I’m excited to share with you some of the best spots where...
In Memoriam: Cherished Security Guard Sacrifices Life in South Carolina Bar Shooting – A...
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Moths in rice. Moldy cheese. Worst SC Midlands October restaurant inspections
South Carolina health inspectors found multiple violations at restaurants in the Midlands in October, from moths in rice and peppers, to moldy cheese and flies on food. The state each month releases grades and inspection reports for food establishments across Midlands counties. Here are the restaurants that received...
Charlamagne Tha God donates to help South Carolina families hit by SNAP freeze
Charlamagne Tha God donated to support 208 families through the Broad River Business Alliance amid the SNAP crisis. Find out more here.
South Carolina State Guard deploys to Harvest of Hope food banks amid SNAP shutdown
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina State Guard will begin leading food distribution operations this week to help families impacted by the federal government shutdown and the halt of new Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. Deployment schedules show that operations will run November 5–7 and...
Lexington restaurant owner makes a difference one meal at a time
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WIS) - A local restaurant owner is providing free meals and operating a food pantry to help families struggling with food insecurity. Jay Webb, owner of Highway 55 Burgers & Fries on Lake Drive in Lexington, announced on Facebook Live that his restaurant is offering free kids’ meals through Oct. 30...
Lexington County deputies arrest man accused of two crimes connected to 2023 homicide
LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO)– Lexington County deputies arrested a man accused of two crimes connected to a homicide in 2023, says the sheriff’s dept. Roosevelt Erik Garway Jr., 23, is charged with accessory before the fact of murder and criminal conspiracy. Lexington County Sheriff Jay Koon says detectives...
