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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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Lady Eagles crush PAC in Opener

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WINNSBORO – The RWA Varsity Girls’ dominated in their season opener, knocking off the Providence Athletic Club Panthers, 48-9. First year head coach Millie Lambert is confident in this year’s team. “These girls are tough. They want to win, and I hope they continue with that attitude,” Lambert said. “We have some new players in […]

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Yea Team!

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COLUMBIA – The Blythewood Bengal Cheer team started off the season winning the Viking Invitational at Spring Valley High School in early October. Last weekend they finished seventh in the state at the 5A State Championship competition. The Bengals entered the competition seeded in the 10th position, looking to improve on their school-best 9th place finish

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Bengal athletes commit to continuing careers at collegiate level

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BLYTHEWOOD – Matthew Owens, son of David and Rachel Perkins, announced his intentions to continue his lacrosse career at Lees-McRae College in Banner Elk, North Carolina. Owens, a midfielder for Blythewood, has been a varsity captain for the past four years and is a three time All-Region selection.  He will look to help the Bengals

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Redhawks anticipate big season

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BLYTHEWOOD – Hopes are running high for the Redhawk girls’ and boys’ basketball programs. The girls were named the number three 4A team in the state, and the boys were ranked 10 at the South Carolina Basketball Coaches Association Luncheon. The Westwood boys finished 12-6 last season and made it to the second round of

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BHS, WHS x-c compete at State

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COLUMBIA – Both the girls and boys cross country teams from Blythewood and Westwood qualified for a place in the State Championship, but neither the Redhawks nor the Bengals fared too well. Neither ladies team placed in the top. The Redhawk boys finished at the 19 spot on the 4A side, while the Bengal boys

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