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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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Redhawks wrestling ends season

COLUMBIA – This season, the Westwood Redhawks’ wrestling program had their strongest season in school history. They earned the 10-spot in the South Carolina Wrestling 4A rankings and earned a number two-seed in the South Carolina High School League 4A State Duals. Unfortunately, the season came to a screeching halt Saturday in the first round […]

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South Pointe squeaks by Westwood girls

ROCK HILL – Friday night on Senior Night, the Westwood Lady Redhawks blew the doors off of the Lancaster Bruins. Unique Drake had 36 points, five assists and six rebounds, which was good enough to lock up an easy 78-47 win. They looked to continue their season of dominance on Tuesday night against South Pointe.

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Redhawks seniors honored

BLYTHEWOOD – Redhawk senior basketball players and cheerleaders were honored at their home game against Lancaster on Friday. From left, Cheerleaders: Jessica Dyarmett, Delilah Jacobs, Mattie Meiklejohn, Ma’Kayla Tompkins, Arianna Wilson; Boys Basketball: Brian Horn, Mr. and Mrs Hawkins (parents of the late Ellis Hawkins), Sam Stroman, Jalen Peachers; Girls’ Basketball: Mya Belton, Ave’ Parker

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WHS wrestling reaching new heights

BLYTHEWOOD – Westwood’s Raekwon Davis clinched the 126-pound Region 4-A Title at this weekend’s Regional Tournament, and in the process became only the second Redhawk in program history to notch 100 career victories. Davis was one of three of Redhawks to bring back the designation of Region Champion. Brice Harkness locked down the top spot

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Westwood JV basketball wins tournament

SUMTER – The Westwood varsity basketball programs are streaking on the court and have their eyes on set on deep playoff runs, but the junior varsity boys have also enjoyed their fair share of success this season. Jonathan Durant’s team is undefeated thus far this season, and this weekend they took the top spot at

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