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York teen arrested for attempted armed robbery at Winnsboro Food Lion

WINNSBORO — A York man is behind bars after authorities say he brandished a handgun during a botched robbery attempt...
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York teen arrested for attempted armed robbery at Winnsboro Food Lion

Richland County Woman Faces Kidnapping, Fraud Charges

Photos provided by Richland County Sheriff's Department COLUMBIA — A 41-year-old woman is facing a laundry list of charges after...
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Richland County Woman Faces Kidnapping, Fraud Charges

Lane closure planned for Syrup Mill Road near Blythewood Road

Work began on Syrup Mill Rd. around 8 a.m. this morning. BLYTHEWOOD - Richland County Penny Tax officials now say traffic will...
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Lane closure planned for Syrup Mill Road near Blythewood Road

Erosion could lead to closing of Longtown Road East that runs over Lake Columbia dam

This view of Longtown Road West over the Lake Columbia dam shows two large erosions on the dam. | Photos:...
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Erosion could lead to closing of Longtown Road East that runs over Lake Columbia dam

Ridgeway to elect mayor, council April 7

RIDGEWAY – The April 7, 2026, general election set for the Town of Ridgeway will include three candidates for two...
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Ridgeway to elect mayor, council April 7

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Community, Events

Ridgeway museum explores Fairfield’s colonial struggles

RIDGEWAY — The American Revolution comes to Fairfield County this month as the Isaac C. Thomas Historical Museum prepares to host a deep dive into Fairfield County’s colonial past. On Saturday, Feb. 21, the museum will present “Revolutionary Struggles, the Patriots, & Battle Sites of Colonial Fairfield (1776–1783).” Pelham Lyles, Director of the Fairfield County […]

Community

Mt. Pisgah champions heart health

RIDGEWAY – Last Sunday, Feb. 8, the Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church of Ridgeway demonstrated its ongoing commitment to community health by participating in the annual Wear Red for Heart Health Awareness event. Members of the congregation arrived dressed in vibrant red attire, symbolizing their support for heart disease prevention and awareness. This year’s event continues

Sports

Mavericks tap Puckett to lead softball program

WINNSBORO – Midlands STEM Charter School is looking to a local legend to help build its softball program from the ground up. The school announced this week the hiring of Carsten Puckett as Head Softball Coach, bringing a resume defined by historic firsts and elite-level experience to the Winnsboro campus. Puckett’s name is well-known in

Sports

Eagles force 29 turnovers to claim region

WINNSBORO — In a sea of blue t-shirts, if you look closely enough, you’ll see it there in small gold print – “Engineered to the exact specifications of the Richard Winn Lady Eagles.” It’s written on their T-shirts, but it’s playing out on the court. Richard Winn’s varsity girls basketball team is playing its best

Sports

Westwood boys, girls dominate West Florence

BLYTHEWOOD – Senior Night at The Castle also featured a couple of basketball games Tuesday night. The Westwood boys and girls teams’ lopsided wins over West Florence did not overshadow the honors. After the Westwood girls dominated the Knights 63-21, seniors Laura Entzminger, Kalen Green, and Kamirra Clarke were honored on the floor, along with

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