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COLUMBIA, S.C. — After months of quiet, another small earthquake has struck near the Elgin area in Kershaw County. The U.S. Geological Survey says the quake struck around 9:14 Monday night about 3.7 miles east-southeast of Elgin, in an area just east of Interstate 20. It was at a depth of 2.2 miles and had a magnitude of 1.7 on the moment magnitude scale.

This is South Carolina’s ninth confirmed earthquake in 2023, a year after 76 were recorded in the Palmetto State.

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WACH) — The Richland County Sheriff's Department is investigating two assaults at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center. Both incidents occurred on Sunday, according to deputies. Deputies were called to the jail around 5:30 pm for a stabbing that had just occurred. Officials say a 20-year-old inmate...

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Deputies have announced that a missing woman has been found. Shirley Pearson, 86, went missing this morning and someone saw her and called 911. Deputies say she will be soon home with family. An 86-year-old woman is missing and the Richland County Sheriff's Department is hoping...

The motorcycle rider was taken to a hospital in Richland County and later died, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol.

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WIS) - Troopers with the South Carolina Highway Patrol report one person is dead after a collision in Richland County. Troopers said the crash happened around 3:20 p.m. on Interstate 20 near Exit 74. A driver of a 2016 Jeep was traveling east on Interstate 20 when it crashed into the driver of a motorcycle that was merging onto the interstate.

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Hundreds of miles of South Carolina roads, including some in the Midlands, are now slated for improvements. This could mean a smoother commute for drivers. “I’m saying that those roads are very holey and rocky and rough, and they tear up our vehicles." local driver Cynthia Perry said. "I told you they’re holey but they don’t have any religion.”

Vehicles were backed up for more than a mile in each direction, traffic cameras showed.

The Fort Mill Post 43 seniors dropped their season opener against Winnsboro 10-9 after using five pitchers in the game as they struggled on the mound. The game was a back-and-forth contest and while Post 43’s hitting kept them in the game, it was their pitching that didn’t get off to the best start on the season.

A creative cohort of Richland County elementary and middle school students drew on classroom learning about water conservation to bubble to the top in this year’s Youth Conservation Poster Contest sponsored by the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District. The 20 award-winning student artists designed posters on the topic...

The community is invited to the third annual celebration of Juneteenth, Friday June 16th from 3pm-8pm at the Camden City Arena. Hosted by A-Life Center and community partners from across Camden and Kershaw County, the third annual Juneteenth Celebration is a day to educate and enrich the citizens of Kershaw County. As in past years, the Juneteenth Celebration holds the promise of bridging the gap between cultural awareness and healthier relationships among the citizens of Kershaw County. The event includes live music, vendors, an empowerment fair, a kids zone with bounce house and games, free food and community resources available to all. For more information, visit www.juneteenthcamdensc.com or call 803-425-0793. Sponsored by the City of Camden.

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — Representatives with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department say if you have a child or teen at home with behavioral issues, RCSD may be able to help. Lieutenant Terrance Acox has worked with the Youth Services Unit for almost eight years. He says a number...

BLYTHEWOOD, S.C. — On the same day East Carolina announced Ella Stalvey as one of the newest members of the Pirates' golf team, the Blythewood graduate won the Sonic Columbia Women's City Golf Championship. Playing on her home course, Columbia Country Club, Stalvey followed up her 6-under 66 in...

The 23-year-old killed in a collision on Thursday in Lugoff was from the Bethune area, the coroner’s office said.

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WACH) — The Fort Jackson Forestry Office will be conducting a prescribed burn on Tuesday. The burn will be on the base starting at 10 am. It will take place between Wildcat Road and Red Diamond Road on post. Do not be alarmed if you see...

Little Bulldog Camp will be held Monday, July 24th – Wednesday, July 26th from 9:00am to 12:00 pm at CHS Wellness Center, 101 York Street. The cost for the camp is $50 per child, which includes t-shirt, and is open for kids 6-14 years of age. Little Bulldog Football...

KERSHAW COUNTY, S.C. — With the stroke of a paintbrush, 16-year-old Andre Griffin can transform a white canvas into a picture with a deep meaning. “I always knew I wanted to be an artist, but painting specifically, it came when I was 11," Griffin said. "After that, I never looked back and kept painting and painting and now here I am.”

FAIRFIELD CO., S.C. (WOLO)—Fairfield County Coroner Chris Hill released the name of a person who was involved in a fatal accident on I-77 and Hwy 200 in Winnsboro. John Thompson, 80, was the driver of a vehicle involved in two car motor vehicle accidents on May 31 in the afternoon.

He never faced charges in either of those other incidents.

Midlands Technical College (MTC) has received the Edgar J. Helms Community Partner Award from Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina. The inaugural award recognized MTC as a valuable community partner that is providing top-notch training to individuals which is making a significant impact on their lives. “Goodwill’s partnership with Midlands...