Health
Columbia VA Earns Multiple Awards for Patient Safety
South Carolina hospital association recognizes VA health system's efforts to prevent harm and improve outcomes.
MUSC Health breaks ground on new Forest Acres primary care clinic
The 4,500-square-foot facility is designed to expand access to primary care services in the area.
SC Dept. of Public Health Opens 24/7 Medical Equipment Power Shelter Triage
New hotlines available for emergency backup power and health services during winter storm
Weather
Columbia Apartment Fire Displaces 38 People
Authorities respond to blaze at Broad River Trace complex in South Carolina capital
Bitter Cold Lingers Tonight, Black Ice Likely
Overnight lows will drop into the upper single digits and lower teens, with the potential for black ice development.
Columbia Braces for Winter Storm Closures
Schools, businesses, and attractions shut down as snow approaches the Midlands region.
Lifestyle
Work Underway to Restore Percival-Smallwood Road Connection
SCDOT crews repairing Old Percival Road after private dam fix, replacing pipe to reopen road.
City breaks ground on new $10M Olympia fire station
The 18-month construction project will replace an outdated facility and support growing emergency service needs.
Officials to Break Ground on New Olympia Neighborhood Fire Station
The new station will serve the Olympia area of Columbia, South Carolina.
Politics
South Carolina Hemp Regulation Proposal Hits Roadblock
House Republicans' plan to regulate the state's hemp market faces uncertainty after being sent back to committee.
South Carolina House Passes Bill Targeting Telehealth Abortion Pill Access
Some Republicans argued the legislation didn't go far enough in restricting access to abortion-inducing drugs.
SC Attorney General Outlines Lieutenant Governor Role Priorities
Wilson says his pick for lieutenant governor would lead "Families First Audit Initiative" if elected governor
Sports
Missouri Coach Dennis Gates Praises Team's Defense Ahead of Texas A&M Matchup
Gates reflects on the Tigers' recent win over South Carolina and looks ahead to their upcoming SEC clash with the Aggies.
Gamecock Softball Opens Season with 3-2 Record
New roster and high expectations lead to mixed results in opening weekend
No. 3 South Carolina women's basketball faces No. 5 LSU in top-5 showdown
The game features a matchup between two of the top coaches in women's basketball, Dawn Staley and Kim Mulkey.
