Local Priests Shocked by Pope’s Resignation
A spokesperson for the Catholic Diocese of Charleston, which comprises the entire state of South Carolina, says this unprecedented resignation announcement from Pope Benedict caught everyone by surprise.
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Off Duty Firefighter Killed in Crash
A Columbia firefighter was killed in an accident Sunday night.
SC Guard unit wrapping up Afghan agriculture help.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Army National Guard agricultural team in Afghanistan has built teaching centers and reached out to help more than 300 farmers during its yearlong deployment.
Education Panel: SC Schools Not Making the Grade
According to a new report, South Carolina is falling short of its educational goals.
SC Dept. of Revenue Initiates Fraud Prevention Program
Columbia, SC (WOLO)–Think twice before lying on your income tax filings. Monday the Department of Revenue announced a new security safeguard measure to help prevent fraud-related individual income tax filings. For tax returns that are questionable, the department will mail the taxpayer a letter asking for additional information in order to complete the processing of the return. Categories: Calhoun, Local…
SC Guard unit wrapping up Afghan agriculture help
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Army National Guard agricultural team in Afghanistan has built teaching centers and reached out to help more than 300 farmers during its yearlong deployment.
Pope Benedict XVI to Resign
Pope Benedict XVI announced today that he will resign Feb. 28, saying his role requires “both strength of mind and body.”
Man accused of kidnapping missing Columbia teen
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A man has officially been charged with kidnapping in the disappearance of a Columbia teen.
Blizzard Baby
(WOLO) COLUMBIA, S.C. the snow covered roadways were so bad in Massachusetts the National Guard was called to help deliver a baby. Ericka Beuno went into labor during the snowstorm that was so bad even the EMS couldn’t reach her. National Guard members used snow plows and a Humvee to help deliver the newborn. Categories: Local News, News, Richland
Flag Stomping Teacher
(WOLO) COLUMBIA, S.C. The teacher in the middle of an alleged flag stomping incident is reportedly receiving threatening calls and hate mail. Scott Compton who was accused of stomping on an American flag during an English lesson says he was trying to prove a point. Compton’s Attorney says his clients actions have been misunderstood. Categories: Local News, News, Richland
