Tag: safety
Richland One, Two increasing safety measures after repeated incidents
Students bringing weapons to school and fighting on campus have officials rethinking protocols.
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‘Finish Her Run’: Community comes together to honor Eliza Fletcher
Local family members of Eliza Fletcher, a Memphis jogger who was recently abducted and killed, brought Columbia women together Friday to honor her memory in a special run.
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Shifts, culture changes and safety: What’s next for Five Points?
In recent years, Five Points has become the subject of media scrutiny due to concerns of underage drinking and overcrowded bars. But does Five Points deserve its bad reputation?
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No charges filed in death of twin toddlers left in car
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott and Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford share information...
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After steeplechase falls, experts examine horse racing safety
Steeplechase racing is a popular type of horse racing along the Southeast, but the safety of the horses is a concern.
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Five Points nightlife seen in a new light
USC students are taking more precautions when going back out to enjoy the nightlife of Five Points.
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Ride sharing safety in focus after Five Points fatal abduction
The death of slain USC student Samantha Josephson serves as a shocking reminder to ride share users to always verify the vehicle’s driver.
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New app updates can promote safety
Uber is taking measures to ensure the safety of users of the app.
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Columbia churches preparing for the worst, praying for the best
Almost four years after the Emanuel AME Church shooting in Charleston, Columbia churches are still...
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Safe exchange zones offer security to online shoppers
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department has several safe exchange zones across the Midlands, where people can conduct Craigslist exchanges under police surveillance.
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