‘Battling’ Online to Win Apple iPad
In addition to the traditional Salvation Army red kettle bell ringers out and about, there is a new, high-tech way to give online, which could make you a big winner.
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Denmark woman charged with stealing veteran’s cash
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Denmark woman has been charged with using money she was managing for a veteran to buy things for herself, including a luxury vehicle.
SC Man Gets 30 Years for Killing Grandmother
RIDGELAND, S.C. (AP) _ A 33-year-old man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison in the stabbing death of his child’s grandmother.
Prosecutors said that Jasper County jurors found Antonio Scott guilty Wednesday of one count of murder in Cynthia Nelson’s death.
Small Earthquake Reported near Charleston
Scientists report a small earthquake has shaken areas near Charleston
Suspects in 5Pts. Beating Released
A court hearing Wednesday is bittersweet for the family of beating victim, Carter Strange, as some of those accused of his assault go home.
Greenville Deputies Release Shooting Victim’s Name
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ Greenville County authorities have released the name of a woman shot to death at her home.
Deputy Coroner Kent Dill says 53-year-old Yolanda Kim Thurston was found in a bedroom of her home early Monday morning. Dill says he thinks Thurston was found several hours after she was shot.
Legislator Introduces Bill to Reduce SC Gas Tax
A Democratic state legislator wants South Carolina to reduce its gas tax by 10 percent.
Football Game Stabbing
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say two men have been arrested for an assault and stabbing before the Clemson-South Carolina football game.
‘Stinky Situation’ for Local Animal Shelter
A septic problem poses a different problem for officials at Pets Incoporated in West Columbia, but you may be able to help.
SC Man Gets Life for Killing Girlfriend
RIDGELAND, S.C. (AP) _ A Jasper County man has been sentenced to life in prison after admitting he beat his girlfriend to death
The Island Packet of Hilton Head reports (http://bit.ly/uwSHoi ) that 46-year-old Terry Swanger pleaded guilty Monday to murder, the same day jury selection in his trial was set to start.
