South Carolina Forestry Commission Lifts Statewide Burning Ban
Elevated drought conditions still warrant vigilance, officials say.
South Carolina Lands 2027 Ireland Offensive Tackle Neff Giwa
Early Morning Fire Damages Three Homes in Richland County
Crime
Shooting on High Street in Columbia Leaves One Injured
Police investigating incident that occurred during argument

One Injured in Columbia Shooting
Police investigating after argument leads to non-life-threatening injury
Pedestrian Seriously Injured in Columbia Hit-and-Run
Police search for suspect vehicle after 57-year-old man hospitalized with serious injuries
Entertainment
Five Points Gears Up for St. Patrick's Day Celebration
Annual St. Pat's in Five Points festival returns to Columbia, SC on March 14th

Popular Five Points Music Venue Closing in May
New Brookland Tavern announces it will shut its doors after over a decade in business.
Columbia Museum of Art Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Rodney McMillian Exhibit
Retrospective of acclaimed artist's work explores American identity and the American South
Weather
South Carolina Bans All Outdoor Burning Amid Wildfire Risk
Statewide ban takes effect Friday, March 27 due to extreme drought and weather conditions

Midlands to See Hot Finish to Week Before Cooler Weekend
Record highs expected Friday before cold front brings temperature drop.
Share Your Extreme Weather Photos with WIS News 10
Columbia, SC residents encouraged to submit photos of severe weather events
Lifestyle
Beautifully Updated 3-Bedroom Brick Ranch in Columbia's Olde Woodlands
Spacious corner lot home with modern comforts and timeless charm, minutes from downtown

The Ancient Roots of Nude Statues Revealed
Experts uncover the cultural and historical significance behind the prevalence of nude figures in classical art.
University of South Carolina's National Resource Center to Lead National Institute for the Study of Transfer Students
The NRC will expand its mission to support educators and institutions serving transfer students.
Politics
SC Chief Justice Kittredge Implements Magistrate Reforms Without Legislature
House kills aggressive magistrate reform bill, but top judge moves forward with his own improvements to training and testing requirements.

Rep. Nancy Mace Officially Enters S.C. Governor's Race
Congresswoman joins crowded Republican field ahead of June primary
SC Rep. Jermaine Johnson Staying in Governor's Race
Johnson says he's 'in this for the long haul' despite pressure to drop out