Compromise Reached on Tree-Cutting on I-26 Stretch
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ There’s been a compromise on the heated issue of cutting trees in the median of Interstate 26 northwest of Charleston.
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Maurice’s BBQ Founder Bessinger Dies
Well-known midlands restaurateur, Maurice Bessinger has died at the age of 83 after a lenghthy battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
Sheriff says teen killed in mistaken retaliation
ST. MATTHEWS, S.C. (AP) — Calhoun County sheriff’s deputies say a 17-year-old girl has been killed by two brothers who thought she set them up to be robbed.
New Habitat Homeowner: “I had faith”
Erica Figueroa has been dreaming of owning her own home for 18 years, since her first child was born. That dream was realized this week with the help of corporate sponsors, Habitat for Humanity and the Department of Juvenile Justice.
Esurance Expanding in Greenville
GREENVILLE, S.C. (WOLO) — Insurance provider Esurance is planning to expand operations in the upstate.
Esurance Planning SC Expansion, 450 Jobs
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ Insurance provider Esurance is planning to expand in Greenville County.
Arrests Made in Connection with Missing Orangeburg Teen
Calhoun County (WOLO)-Calhoun County Sheriff Thomas Summers has announced the arrests of several individuals in connection with the disappearance and Murder of an Orangeburg teenager.
According to Sheriff Summers, Bryant McKnight, 28, of St. Matthews, has been arrested and charged with Murder and Obstructing Justice. Also charged in connection with the case is Jerry McKnight, 45, of St. Matthews, who is also charged with Murder. Jonathan McKnight, 20, of St. Matthews has been charged with Accessory after the fact of Murder.
Rap Lyrics Lead to Murder Arrest
Lexington County, (WOLO)- Rap lyrics lead a Lexington jury to convict a man accused in a 2011 murder.
Solicitor Donnie Myers says Gonzalez Wardlaw of Columbia was convicted monday of the murder of Thomas Hoefer at Olive Garden on Harbison Boulevard in December of 2011.
Police Investigate Fatal Shooting in Lancaster
LANCASTER, S.C. (AP) _ Police are investigating a fatal shooting in Lancaster.
Candidate for Columbia Police Chief Withdraws
One of five candidates applying to be Columbia’s next police chief withdraws, citing medical reasons. This comes on the heels of the public’s first meeting with the candidates face to face in a public forum Tuesday night.
