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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...

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...

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...

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:...

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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Fairfield Electric gives back during holiday season

Staff / January 8, 2026

On Monday, Dec. 22, Fairfield Electric donated 70 turkey dinners to local communities through area human service agencies. Agency reps picked up their donations from the Fairfield Electric office. Combined with the 70 dinners donated at Thanksgiving, Fairfield Electric has given 140 meals to the community during the 2025 holiday season.

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Fairway24 brings virtual golf to Blythewood

Barbara Ball / December 30, 2025

BLYTHEWOOD – There’s going to be a new way to play golf in Blythewood – it’s called virtual golf and will soon be available at Fairway24 Golf, located at 733-4 University Village in the Food Lion Shopping Center. According to leasing agent Amy Stuck with the Vireo Group in Columbia, the 1,200 square-foot indoor virtual

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Blythewood Medical Park is accepting appointments

Staff / December 23, 2025

BLYTHEWOOD – As Blythewood continues to grow, Lexington Health is moving in to meet the rising demand for local medical services. The health system officially opened the doors to its new Blythewood Medical Park last week, located at 230 Red Hawk Way. The 21,300-square-foot facility currently serves as the home of Blythewood Family Medicine, a

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Hotel Everett and Carlisle’s restaurant expected to open in mid-January

Ashley Ghere / December 18, 2025

WINNSBORO – A landmark of Winnsboro’s history is opening an exciting new era. The former Fairfield Inn, at 601 S. Congress St., is being transformed into Hotel Everett, a luxury boutique hotel, and Carlisle’s, a fine dining restaurant. Both are expected to open by the end of January, and 2026 bookings for weddings, corporate events

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Jersey Mike’s opens on Blythewood Road

Staff / December 17, 2025

BLYTHEWOOD – A new option for sub sandwiches has arrived on Blythewood Road. Jersey Mike’s Subs officially opened its doors on Wednesday, Dec. 17, at 135 Blythewood Road. To mark the grand opening, franchise owners Daniel Mustian and Rodger Blake-Ward are hosting a five-day fundraiser to benefit the Special Olympics of South Carolina. From Wednesday