Man accused of posing as social worker re-arrested
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Columbia man accused of posing as a social worker to take money from seven vulnerable adults faces new charges.
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Banks Cancel Debit Card Fees
Just in the last few weeks four major banks have announced that they plan to do away with some controversial bank fees. A majority of banks were planning to begin charging their customers a fee in order to use their debit cards.
SC Democrats Plan Lawsuit over US House Plans
South Carolina Democratic Party Chairman Dick Harpootlian says a lawsuit will be filed within two weeks over the U.S. House district plans the Justice Department says it won’t challenge.
15 Indicted in Lancaster County Gang Crackdown
LANCASTER, S.C. (AP) _ More than a dozen people have been indicted as part of a gang roundup in Lancaster County.
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson and Sheriff Barry Faile said Monday 15 people had been indicted for gang activity.
Fake Social Worker
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A Columbia man accused of posing as a social worker to take money from seven vulnerable adults faces new charges.
Columbia Police Chief Randy Scott announced that 45-year-old Mitchell Smith was arrested Monday morning and charged with neglect of a vulnerable adult and simple possession of marijuana.
Halloween Safety
Halloween is a time for fun and treats, but don’t let the tricks turn dangerous. We have some safety tips to keep you and the little ghosts and goblins safe on Halloween.
SC court affirms pregnant girlfriend murder
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina’s highest court has upheld the conviction of a man found guilty of smothering his pregnant girlfriend, then using her cell phone to send relatives text messages so they would think she was all right.
Eau Claire High School cancels class
School was cancelled for students at Eau Claire High School on Monday after a suspicious package was found at the school.
USC Up To 9th In BCS Standings
After improving to 7-1 on the season, South Carolina is up to 9th in the latest BCS Standings. Clemson drops to 11th in the BCS after losing its first game of the season.
SC district to give iPads to all high schoolers
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — All high school students in Lexington 1 school district will soon receive their own personal iPad to use in class and wherever else they want computer access.
