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United Way hotline helps SC families with taxes

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Some families in South Carolina are getting help doing their taxes this year thanks to the United Way.

Chase Ends with Alleged Kidnapping Suspect in Custody

The suspect believed to be involved in the kidnapping of a woman is now in custody after a chase through two counties.

Bojangles Opens in Irmo

Irmo residents now have a new place to pick up a quick bite to eat.

St. Maarten Trial in SC Couple's Slaying to Start

Family of a slain South Carolina couple is looking for justice as a murder trial gears up on a Caribbean island.

Former British PM Margaret Thatcher Dies at 87

Former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher has died at the age of 87.

Missing Lexington County Man Found Murdered

A missing Lexington County man turns up dead, and investigators are calling it a homicide.

Prescribed Burn Schedules for Newberry County

You may notice something out of the ordinary in Newberry County Monday, but officials say don't be alarmed.

USC students host 5th annual fashion week event

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The 200 members of the University of South Carolina student Fashion Board are hosting their 5th annual fashion week.

DNR: Now is the time to prepare dove fields

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Dove season isn't for several months, but South Carolina officials say now is the time to prepare fields to attract the birds.

US Forest Service doing preventative burns in SC

NEWBERRY, S.C. (AP) — A South Carolina sheriff says the smoke some people may see in a couple of northern counties is part of a plan to make the backcountry safer in the long run.

SC man charged in fatal stabbing, burying body

LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina homicide investigators say they've charged a suspect after discovering the body of a man who disappeared more than a month ago buried in his yard.

Lawmakers get Back to Business

After a two week break for Easter, it's back to business for lawmakers who are set to tackle several tough issues.

Women Killed and Dismembered Remembered

34 year old Mekole Harris was killed five years ago. Sunday afternoon her family held a memorial service to honor her memory.

Children's Advocacy Day

Attorney General Alan Wilson plans for Children's Advocacy Day in the week ahead.

Gas Prices On Way Down

If you're filling up this week at the pump, you may have a little extra change in your wallet.

City Water Rates Increase: Officials host workshops for customers

Extended Hours, Workshops for City Water and Sewer Customers

City to hold Neighborhood Summit

The City of Columbia Community Development Department will host the second Neighborhood Leadership Summit on Saturday, April 13, 2013 at Dreher High School.