Man vents about the Midlands heat wave
We’re not even into the official start of summer, but the City of Columbia is proving its “Famously Hot.”
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Graham releases free online book during presidential run
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham is releasing an online autobiography to coincide with his run for president.
Fire at retirement community forces evacuation
A three alarm fire prompted a mass evacuation at the Forest Pines Assisted Living Facility Retirement Community off Forest Drive.
Misting stations open to beat heat
The City of Columbia is trying to help folks stay cool.
SC Senate majority leader asks Leatherman to step down
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina’s most powerful politician says he has no intention of stepping down as the chamber’s leader.
SC board approves borrowing $123M for Volvo incentives
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina’s financial oversight board has approved Gov. Nikki Haley’s request to borrow $123 million for infrastructure promised to Volvo.
Man Charged in Hunnewell Case Rejects Plea Deal
On Tuesday, a midlands man accused of murder rejected a plea deal.
Teen ballet dancer from Columbia catches world’s eye
16-year-old ballet dancer from Columbia earns global recognition for his art.
State financial board gives SC State extension on loan
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A state financial board has given South Carolina State University a five-year reprieve from repaying a $6 million loan.
Rand Paul says people have had enough Bushes, Clintons
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul says he thinks voters are tired of presidents and White House hopefuls coming from a handful of families.
