SC grocery store worker helps elderly woman avert a pricey scam, sheriff says
A grocery store worker saved an elderly woman from a scam that would’ve cost the unsuspecting victim thousands of dollars, according to the Richland County Sheriff’s Department. On Feb. 11, a woman, who remains unidentified, received a call from someone claiming to be her son’s lawyer, according to a news release....
Teens arrested after shots fired outside Walmart in South Carolina, police say
Two teenagers were arrested after a shooting in South Carolina on Sunday, according to the West Columbia Police Department . At about 5:30 p.m., police said officers responded to reports of a shooting in the 2400 block of Augusta Road , police said. That’s a Walmart Supercenter near Exit 111 on I-26 in the West...
Columbia, SC Weather Alert: Thunderstorm Risk Shifts Toward Pee Dee Tonight
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Columbia, South Carolina – Showers developing across the Midlands Sunday afternoon are increasing the near-term thunderstorm risk east of Columbia. According to the National Weather Service in Columbia,...
Carraway Park at the Riverwalk to close temporarily for upgrades
The City of West Columbia announced yesterday that Carraway Park at the Riverwalk, located at 212 Hudson St., will be closed for approximately two and half weeks beginning Monday, March 9, to allow for the installation of shade sails. According to a news release, the improvements are part of the...
All clear given after reported ‘public safety incident’ on USC campus
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Authorities were at the scene of what was being described as a “public safety incident” on the University of South Carolina campus. A Carolina Alert was issued just before 3 p.m. Sunday, saying the incident occurred at 541 Main Street in Columbia. An online search matches the address as the...
Series of Auto Break-Ins in South Columbia Neighborhoods
The Columbia Police Department’s (CPD) Property Crimes Unit (PCU) investigators are reviewing surveillance video and pictures to identify the suspects accused of committing a series of auto break-ins at multiple South Columbia neighborhoods. The vehicles were broken into on March 7, 2026, and on February 28, 2026, in...
Christ Church Stuns Fox Creek on Last Second Three And Ridge View Wins Third...
David Dixon’s clutch corner three lifts Christ Church to the Class 3A crown while Ridge View dominates Ashley Ridge to secure its third consecutive Class 5A Division I championship at Colonial Life Arena.
Dawn Staley, South Carolina Fail to Extend 3-Year Winning Streak After Unexpected Upset
When the South Carolina stretched their game winning streak to 12 after defeating the LSU on Saturday, it appeared they were on track to clinch a fourth straight SEC Championship. Unfortunately, the stars didn't align well for the Gamecocks on Sunday. Dawn Staley was looking for her 10th SEC ...
“This is the first time”: Resident speaks after Monticello Road shooting
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — A Booker Heights resident is speaking out after a deadly shooting near a church on the 7300 block of Monticello Road in Columbia on Thursday. Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford identified 18-year-old Jordan Miller as the victim who was killed in the shooting on Friday.
West Columbia police respond to reported shooting
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Police were at the scene of a reported shooting in West Columbia on Sunday. The West Columbia Police Department said officers were called to the 2400 block of Augusta Road for the incident. WIS also noticed multiple shell casings and police in the parking lot...
