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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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Bengals perfect in region, prep for playoffs

BLYTHEWOOD – The Bengal girls breezed their way through the first round of the 5A soccer state playoffs on Tuesday. Blythewood shut out Boiling Springs for the 7-0 win at home on Tuesday. After dropping a 2-0 non-region game to Lexington last Thursday, ending their 8-game win streak. They rebounded on Friday to close out […]

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Region AD of the Year

BLYTHEWOOD – Mayor Bryan Franklin presented a proclamation from the Town to Blythewood High School Athletic Director Barry Mizzell to honor Mizzell, who was recently named Region 4-5A Athletic Director of the Year.  Mizzell moved into the role of Athletic Director in 2016 after serving as the school’s baseball coach since it opened in 2005.

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BHS girls soccer claims region title

BLYTHEWOOD – Blythewood girls soccer clenched the top spot in region 4-5A with a 3-0 win over Ridge View last week. With no score at halftime, Blythewood tallied three in the second half to beat the Blazers 3-0. Freshman Avery Pegram and juniors E Christensen and Scarlett Pegram had a goal each. Madison Powell, Sarah

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Bengal baseball, softball keep focused for postseason

BLYTHEWOOD – For the second straight year, both the Blythewood baseball and softball programs captured Region 4-5A championships. This time around, the Bengals look to avoid disappointment both teams found last year in the first round. The baseball team, aiming to get back into the 5A state championship series, lost twice to J.L. Mann in

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Bengals fall to Rock Hill, beat Sumter, Ashley Ridge

IRMO – After last Thursday’s conference loss via a 4-2 shootout against Rock Hill, Blythewood soccer defeated Sumter and Ashley Ridge the Nike Palmetto Cup this week. The Bengals shut out both opponents on Monday and Tuesday. Ryan Hart had two goals and Nathan Smith had one in Monday’s 3-0 win over Sumter. Justin Ellis,

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