Columbia-area news: SC Arts Comm. pushes funding meeting; Harriet Hancock dies at 89
The Columbia area is mourning the death of LGBTQ+ advocate Harriet Hancock at age 89. Additionally, a four-car collision in Lexington resulted in one death, and legal disputes continue regarding a city wrongful death lawsuit.
In this week’s news: One person died after a four-car collision in Lexington, South Carolina’s LGBTQ+ community is grieving the loss of Harriet Hancock and lawyers in a wrongful death lawsuit say a city is stonewalling them.
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A letter to the editor emphasizes the importance of emergency preparedness during hurricane season, particularly for those caring for individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia.
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THOMPSON, PEARL MITCHUM, 84, of BONNEAU died September 25, 2026. Arrangements by DIAL-MURRAY FUNERAL HOME.
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Seifstein, Mark, 70, of Charleston died September 24, 2026. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr, Inc., West Ashley Chapel.