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CPD beefs up security for St. Pat's Day
Posted: 03.13.2013 at 11:14 PM
Shyann Malone

Shyann Malone joined the WACH Fox News team as an anchor/reporter in January 2012.

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The annual St. Pat's in Five Points festival is coming up this Saturday.
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Columbia (WACH) -- The annual St. Pat's in Five Points festival is coming up this Saturday.

While all things green will be celebrated the men and women in blue will be keeping a close eye on things.

Columbia Police Officer Joe Crawford said that safety is a top priority in Five Points and patrols will be in full effect.

"It's all hands on deck everybody from Chief Scott on down will be here to ensure everyone is protected here," said Crawford.

The St. Patrick's Day festivities will be held in Five Points on Saturday.

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