SC DOT delaying $24M in paving work in 18 counties
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The state Department of Transportation is delaying about $24 million in road projects in 18 counties as it tries to resolve its cash flow problems.
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SC’s unemployment jumps to 10.9 percent
South Carolina’s unemployment rate jumped to 10.9 percent in July, up from 10.5 percent the month before.
Boil Water Advisory: Around Lake Murray Elementary
A boil advisory has been issued due to a water main break. It affects customers on Three Dog Road, Foxport Road, Stoney Point Lane, Misty Pine Lane, and Forrest Shealy. Lake Murray Elementary is also included.
Unrestrained infant dies in Columbia car wreck
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Richland County Coroner Gary Watts says a 10-month-old boy was not in a car seat or wearing a seat belt when he was ejected from a vehicle after a wreck on Interstate 20.
University of South Carolina halts fraternity rush
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The University of South Carolina has postponed fraternity recruitment, citing widespread alcohol issues during rush parties.
Bachmann criticizes Obama’s action on Syria
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — White House hopeful Michele Bachmann says President Barack Obama has moved too late and with too little force in response to Syria’s crackdown on dissent.
USC Law School pairs students, pro bono attorneys
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The University of South Carolina’s School of Law is starting a new program that pairs law students with attorneys who work with clients who can’t afford to pay for their services.
Joe Wilson recovering from possible Lyme Disease
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson had to miss a campaign event with Republican presidential candidate Michele Bachmann because he is recovering from an illness.
GOP Hopefuls Visit Midlands
The road to the White House runs through the Midlands, bringing two GOP hopefuls to the Capitol City Thursday.
Woman Assaulted At Columbiana Centre
A trip to the bathroom inside a popular Columbia shopping mall, turns scary for one woman after police say a man sexually assaulted her while she was leaving the bathroom.
