SC: A&W Restaurants Announces Strategic Franchise Expansion in Columbia and Neighboring Cities
A&W Restaurants, an all-American QSR with more than 105 years of experience in business and serving communities, announced its strategic plans to expand the brand's presence across Columbia, South Carolina and into the neighboring cities, including Darlington. A&W's expansion into Colombia presents aspiring local...
Shopping center near Columbia revitalizing, bringing in wine and raw bar
A rundown shopping center along State Street in Cayce will soon see new life with the introduction of a fine dining spot with roots in Irmo. The redevelopment on the 1300 block across from Brookland-Cayce High School will welcome the second location of George Robert’s Wine and Raw Bar . The restaurant, which opened...
Richland County mailing notices for property value changes
Some Richland County residents may soon be receiving a notification by mail about property value changes. The county assessor's office is giving many property owners an early heads up about changes to the value of their property for 2025 if it has changed by at least $1,000. Around 12,700 property owners will receive...
Adam Sandler making stop in Columbia on new tour
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Comedian and actor Adam Sandler is making a stop in South Carolina this fall on his latest tour. Sandler will play Colonial Life Arena in Columbia on Sept. 10. Tickets go on sale at noon Friday. The show will mark his only tour date in South Carolina.
ICE detains at least 16 people amid investigation into Kings Mountain business, officials said:...
The lightning strike happened on Tuesday, June 24, along Lake Murray in Lexington County. Asha Degree: North Carolina offers reward for information in girl’s 2000 disappearance. Updated: 6 hours ago. Sheriff’s office also offering $75K reward in Degree case. Updated: 6 hours ago. Outburst came amid meeting to...
Mystery ‘fireball’ spotted across Southeastern states
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — An unknown "fireball' was seen in the sky over South Carolina on Thursday. The incident has been reported in multiple states. Uncertain of what the object may be, the National Weather Service in Charleston is reporting that it could have been over Gasbury, VA. A...
Lexington County man sentenced to life in prison for 2021 murder
LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WACH) — A Lexington County man has been sentenced for a 2021 Red Bank murder. Mark A. Scheibler, 50, has been sentenced to Life in prison following his conviction in Lexington County for Murder and Possession of a Weapon during the commission of a Violent Crime.
Deputies seeking information on assault at Lexington County bar
LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WIS) - Authorities in the Midlands are asking for help as they investigate a recent assault. The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department said the incident happened June 15 outside Schooners Bar & Grill on Longs Pond Road. Deputies said the victim was found on the ground outside....
Severe Thunderstorm Watch in Effect for South Carolina: Damaging Winds, Hail Threat Through 12...
Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina faces a significant severe weather threat through midnight Wednesday, as powerful storms capable of producing 75 mph wind gusts and hail sweep across the state. According to the National Weather Service and the Storm Prediction Center, a Severe Thunderstorm Watch is now in effect...
Police: Pair arrested, charged in Columbia car break-ins
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Police in Columbia say two men are facing charges for their role in a recent string of car break-ins. The Columbia Police Department said 28-year-old Raekwon Ford and 18-year-old Shamari Jones Jr., 18, have each been charged with auto breaking, criminal conspiracy, larceny and financial credit...