Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Top Local News Story
Vigil Held for Missing LobbyistIt's been 4 days since Tom Sponseller has been seen near his downtown office. Wednesday night hundreds of family and friends gathered for a candlelight vigil of hope and prayers. Read more » More Local News Stories
PRT Head Predicts 5 Percent SC Tourism IncreaseCHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ The head of South Carolina's Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism is predicting a 5 percent increase in the number of people taking in the state's sights in 2012. Duane Parrish said Wednesday that a number of tourism indicators were up in 2011, including hotel occupancy which was up more than 2 percent. Read More » 
Abandoned BuildingsCOLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ South Carolina legislators hope tax breaks can turn abandoned buildings into bustling commercial space. Read More » 
A Midlands Man's Search for Missing Son
Even though authorities think the safe return of his son is highly unlikely, Gary George from Lexington isn't letting that stop him from turning to the internet and establishing a foundation to help find other families' missing loved ones, including his own. Read More » 
Our interview with Phineas & Ferb
Phineas & Ferb: The Best Live Tour Ever, will take center stage at the Colonial Life Arena. We caught up with them Wednesday to talk about the show. Read More » 
Flu Activity on the Way
Right now there are very few reports of Flu activity here in the Midlands. Still a state Epidemiologists says brace yourself, because it is definitely on the way. Read More » 
Teachers, other state workers may see a raiseCOLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Teachers and other South Carolina public employees may get their first raise in four years. Read More » 
Senators Pray for Missing SC Executive
Tuesday, senators held a moment of silence and prayer for missing South Carolina Hospitality Association President, Tom Sponseller. Read More » 
Jump at the Pump
As the price at the pump hit its highest over the weekend, the average cost for a gallon of gas in the Palmetto State is still lower than the national average. However, petroleum experts say the increase will be felt far beyond the pump, nonetheless. Read More » 
South Carolina Democrat proposes term limitsCOLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A South Carolina Democrat wants voters to decide whether legislators should be limited to 16 years in their chamber. Read More » 
USC study: Mexican-Americans gain away from homeCOLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A new study by researchers in South Carolina has found that the further young Mexican-Americans move away from the dietary habits of their native culture, the more weight they gain. Read More » 
Citadel wants lawsuit in sex abuse case dismissedCHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — The Citadel is seeking dismissal of a lawsuit based on its failure to report a sex abuse complaint to law enforcement more than four years ago. Read More » 
House panel OKs bill setting cost limits on FOIAsCOLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A legislative panel has approved a measure that could reduce costs for South Carolina citizens seeking documents under open records laws. Read More » 
$15,000 in Drugs Confiscated at Lexington Co HomeA two-month undercover investigation concerning drug dealing leads to the arrest of four men in Lexington County. Read More » 
Woman Indicted in Quadruple Liberty KillingsPICKENS, S.C. (AP) _ A grand jury in Pickens County has indicted a woman on four counts of murder in the deaths of her relatives. Solicitor Walt Wilkins said the indictments were handed down Tuesday against 48-year-old Susan Hendricks. Read More » 
Sex offenders As Foster ParentsCOLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A panel of state legislators has approved a bill that would bar people convicted of a child sex offense from serving as foster parents. Read More » 
Education funding would drop under Haley's budgetCOLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Gov. Nikki Haley says her proposed budget for the next fiscal year increases money for public schools. But a closer look shows her recommendations would actually decrease state funding by nearly $80 million. Read More »
Missing Person: President of SC Hospitality Assoc.
Columbia Police Chief Randy Scott hopes the public can assist officers in locating a missing person. The family of Tom Sponseller, who was born on May 18, 1950, is concerned for his safety and well being. Read More » 
3 Lexington County inmates take cooking classesLEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — Three Lexington County jail inmates did more than just sit in their cells while serving their time. Read More » 
DHEC: Fox(es) on the Loose, Possibly Rabid
The Department of Health and Environmental Control warns everyone to be on alert as the agency investigates two confirmed fox attacks and two more unconfirmed cases, possibly involving more human victims. Read More » 
SC congressmen come home as US House goes on breakCOLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — With the U.S. House off this week, several of South Carolina's congressmen are returning home to talk to constituents. Read More » 
USC Goes to Beautiful Lengths
USC students and staff spend th evening donating their luxurious locks of hair to cancer patients who've lost theirs. Read More » 
Crews Respond to Midlands Apartment Complex FireThe Columbia-Richland Fire Department responded to a fire at a Midlands Apartment complex. Read More »
Panel OKs ban on some sex criminals fostering kidsCOLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A panel of state legislators has approved a bill that would bar people convicted of a child sex offense from serving as foster parents. Read More »
USC, mascot Cocky get bus for reading programCOLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The University of South Carolina and its mascot are celebrating a new set of wheels to help the school's statewide reading and literacy program. Read More » 
Education Funding Would Drop Under Haley's BudgetCOLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Gov. Nikki Haley says her proposed budget for the next fiscal year increases money for public schools. But a closer look shows her recommendations would actually decrease state funding by nearly $80 million. Read More » |
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