City and County Officials Discuss Economic Development
City of Columbia and County officials took time out of the usual business of governing laws, to find better ways to work together to spur economic growth and development.
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Fatal Dog Attack
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ The South Carolina Court of Appeals has overturned the conviction and five-year prison sentence of a Dillon County man whose dogs attacked and killed a 10-year-old boy.
Senate Close to Passing Government Restructuring
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ The South Carolina Senate is close to wrapping up work on a bill that would eliminate the agency that handles much of the state’s bureaucracy and put much of its duties under the governor’s control.
Columbia may not be so healthy for women
Columbia ranks 84 among the 100 most populated cities for healthiness.
SC senators consider ‘light bulb freedom’ bill
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — An environmental group wants South Carolina senators to reject a bill meant to trump federal energy standards for light bulbs.
More Voting Modifications Proposed in SC
Republican State Representative Alan Clemmons of Myrtle Beach is proposing restrictions on third party voter registration organizations like churches and other civic organizations; however, those who oppose the measure say it amounts to voter suppression tactics.
SC law enforcement details legislative priorities
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina’s top prosecutor is hosting a conversation about what he sees as top bills in this year’s legislative session.
Columbia has 23 places to recycle old phone books
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — New phone books are being delivered around South Carolina. But what to do with the old ones?
Columbia, Richland County leaders talk development
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Leaders from Columbia and Richland County are getting together to talk with area lawmakers about economic development.
A Matter of the Heart
Instead of spending time buying candy and flowers this Valentine’s Day, one area family honors the memory of their baby girl by giving love to others.
