Sumter told hold governor’s 1st flood assistance event
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina is sending teams of officials to flooded areas to help people find relief and assistance.
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Make up day scheduled for some area schools
If you’re wondering when the make up days for the flooding will be, we’ve made phone calls and checked the websites and calendars for the area school systems to find out what we can.
Arrest made in fatal shooting on Percival Road
An arrest has been made in connection with the fatal shooting death of a 21-year-old man on Percival Road.
Kia recalls over 419,000 SUVs to fix shift lever problem
Kia will recall more than 419,000 SUVs in the U.S. and Canada because the transmission can be shifted out of park when the driver’s foot isn’t on the brake, a violation of safety laws.
Why US Troops Are Staying Longer in Afghanistan
The announcement that thousands of U.S. troops will remain in Afghanistan longer than planned marks a major reversal of President Obama’s goal to end both this war, as well as the war in Iraq, during his time in office.
Tetanus vaccination clinics added
The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control reminds all storm-affected residents that a tetanus vaccination is recommended if it’s been 10 years or more since your last tetanus vaccination or you have experienced an injury and your shot is more than five years old.
Two wanted in connection with stabbing on Harden Street
Columbia police are looking for two men wanted in connection with a stabbing investigation.
AP Source: Offensive line coach Elliott to lead Gamecocks
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A person close to the situation says South Carolina co-offensive coordinator and offensive line coach Shawn Elliott will be the interim Gamecocks coach for the remainder of the season, replacing Steve Spurrier.
Police: 2 elderly women tied up during SC home invasion
Horry County police are looking for a couple they say entered a business and then tied up two elderly women before making off with firearms, a truck, cash and jewelry.
S. Carolina offers free advice on handling damaged goods
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Officials with the University of South Carolina Libraries are offering advice on how to safely recover items damaged by flooding.
