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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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Going out with a bang

BLYTHEWOOD – Not only did Westwood Volleyball get a big win over York High School Tuesday night, they honored seven seniors who played their final regular season game at The Castle. The Redhawks have their final regular season match tonight at Richland Northeast. Pictured from left, Jasmine Finkley, Ta’Naya Corley, Aniya Miller, Sydney Hill, Nala […]

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Lady Redhawks Tennis

BLYTHEWOOD – Kyndall Ragins (pictured) nearly led the Redhawks to an upset over conferences foe, York High School. Meera Rogers and Kelsi Sharpe also picked up victories, but the Cougars edged Westwood out 4-3 with a win in doubles.

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Crowning Glory

BLYTHEWOOD – Above, Westwood High School Homecoming King Daylin Young and Queen Maliyah Lockett were crowned Friday night. The Prince was Justin Jones and the Princess was Marissa Hodge. Collin Williams and Megan Hanna, pictured below, were named Blythewood Homecoming King and Queen Friday night. King runner-up was Miles Heightman and Queen runner-up was Collen

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Redhawks XC soars to the top

COLUMBIA – Westwood Cross Country had a strong showing in the Koala Classic on Oct. 7. The Redhawk Boys finished first in team competition and Redhawk Girls made a second place finish.  The teams will compete in the Sandhills Invitational Oct. 13 before the region meet on Oct. 17.

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Redhawk Volleyball and Tennis take down Stallions

ROCK HILL – Tuesday night, the Redhawks avenged the football team’s close loss against the Stallions on the tennis and volleyball courts. The volleyball team swept the Stallions in three sets. The win improved their overall record to 11-7 and to 4-1 in regional play. The tennis also pulled a 4-2 victory over the Stallions.

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