Hunter Finds Human Remains in Orangeburg Woods
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office is investigating human remains found in some woods over the weekend.
Calhoun News
SC Chiropractor Sentenced to 9 Years in Prison
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) _ A Lexington chiropractor has been sentenced to nine years in prison for inappropriately touching three female patients. Prosecutor Donnie Myers said Monday a judge sentenced 52-year-old Ronald Jeffrey Shows to a year and a half in prison on each of six counts of second degree assault and battery. He also was ordered to register as a sex offender.
Scott's Branch Coach Killed in Pickup Truck Crash
Authorities say the girls' basketball coach at Scott's Branch High School has died after her pickup truck hit a horse standing in the road.
DNA Links Man To Murder
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say DNA linked a man currently in jail on a burglary charge to an unsolved killing in Sumter County three years ago.
Teaching Kids to Grow What They Eat
Because studies continue to show South Carolina leading the country in obesity, a gardening program gets down and dirty to teach children a new way of eating, by growing their own food.
Study Recommends SC Ban on Speed Cameras
A state commission recommends that South Carolina continue its ban on the use of cameras to catch speeders.
Choice of Home Appliance Could Land You a Rebate
The Products you choose to put in your home could be putting money back in your pockets.
Duke Rate Hike
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Duke Energy's 600,000 customers in South Carolina will soon see their bills go up.
SC Legislators Discuss New Voter ID Requirement
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Plans to require better proof of citizenship to register to vote in South Carolina have won an early test in the Senate and opened the door to a new round of arguments about voting rights. A Senate Judiciary subcommittee on Thursday approved a bill that says citizenship proof can come from documents that include a driver's license, birth certificate, United States passport or tribal identification.
Benedict's Dr. Ethel Taylor Dead at 87
As mourners gathered on the campus of Benedict College to celebrate the life of legend, icon and community activist, Dr. Ethel Mae Henderson Taylor, those whom she inspired vow to model her commitment to service.
Court Motion: Mom of Missing Toddler Pregnant and Mentally Ill
An attorney for the mother of a South Carolina toddler missing since Thanksgiving says his client is pregnant and should be released from jail.
Recall of Expandable lunch boxes
The California Innovations and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission are recalling Expandable lunch boxes due to a hazard dealing with freezer gel packs being ingested.
Criminal Background Wiped Clean via Program
The Fifth Circuit Solicitor's Office is offering expungement workshops to help people rid themselves of their criminal records, if applicable.
Police Search for Man Wanted for Murder
The sheriff's office needs your help finding 20-year-old Jabriel Singleton.
Immigration Law
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ South Carolina officials want a federal appeals court to overturn a judge's order putting parts of the state's tough new immigration law on hold.
Charleston Mayor Wants to Plant 10,000 Trees
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ Charleston Mayor Joe Riley says he wants the city to plant 10,000 new trees. Riley delivered his state of the city address Tuesday. He says planting the trees would help local beautification and reforestation efforts. Riley says over the past decades, more and more of the city has become concrete.
More Funding for Dept. of Mental Health in Haley's Budget
Governor Haley is making mental health a top priority in her first executive budget.
Deputies Searching for Missing Woman
Richland County deputies are asking for your help in the search for a missing woman.
Events Leading up to World Beer Festival
The World Beer Festival is coming to Columbia Saturday, but some couldn't wait to get their hands on some tasty brews.
Men,1 with Sword, Rob SC Home
LONGS, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say three men, including one carrying a sword, tried to rob a home in Horry County. Police say it happened early Tuesday in the community of Longs, northwest of North Myrtle Beach
Stem Cell Research Address
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ An expert in the area of stem cell research in medicine spoke at the University of South Carolina Tuesday night.
Unemployment Down Again in SC
South Carolina's unemployment rate dropped to 9.5 percent last month, the lowest rate in three years.
SC Democrats Demolish Sand Sculpture of Candidates
The presidential primary is over, and some South Carolina Democrats are ready to go pound sand.
Man Gets 30 Years for Killing Fort Mill Girlfriend
YORK, S.C. (AP) _ A man will spend 30 years in prison after admitting he choked his girlfriend to death in her Fort Mill apartment. The Herald of Rock Hill (http://bit.ly/yCpSNd ) reports that 32-year-old Jimmy Kendall pleaded guilty to murder and was sentenced Monday.
