DHEC discusses no food stamps for fatty foods idea
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina health officials are holding their first of four public meetings to hear what foods should be removed from the list of eligible items for people on food stamps.
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Impostors Reported during Annual Boot Fundraiser
Watch out, the Columbia Fire Department says some people are trying to take advantage of its annual Fill the Boot fundraiser.
Greer Officers Shoot, Wound Armed Man
GREER, S.C. (AP) _ The State Law Enforcement Division is investigating the shooting and wounding of an armed man in Greer by two city police officers.
Powerball Jackpot Worth Estimated $260 Million
Get your Powerball tickets ready and good luck!
Disaster Relief Donations
If you donated to charities in support of Superstorm Sandy victims or the families of Sandy Hook, you may not get the tax write-off you were expecting.
Section 8 Residents Told to Move Could Get Relief
Help for dozens of low-income families told to move out by April 30th could be closer than they think, as neighboring apartment complexes offer to help provide new places to call home.
Senate panel OKs bill allowing open gun carrying
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Senate panel has passed a bill that would allow people to carry guns in public in South Carolina without a concealed weapons permit.
Orangeburg deputy kills man in confrontation
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — The State Law Enforcement Division is investigating the shooting death of a man by an Orangeburg County sheriff's deputy.
Study: Beaufort healthiest county in SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A new study has ranked Beaufort County as the healthiest place in South Carolina.
Sterling wants parole in Carolina Investors case
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The former chairman of Carolina Investors is seeking parole.
Election Results from 1st District Congressional Race
Former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford has advanced to a runoff.
SC Man Gets 10 Years for Tossing Dogs in Canal
GEORGETOWN, S.C. (AP) _ A Georgetown man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to putting two dogs in duct tape and throwing them into a canal.
SLED Investigates Officer-Involved Shooting
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office is confirming reports of an officer-involved shooting.
Chesterfield County Sheriff Indicted by Grand Jury
Chesterfield County Sheriff Sam Parker is charged with misconduct in office.
Ex-cop Sues Chief, City, Claims Discrimination
A former high ranking Columbia police officer is suing the police chief and the City of Columbia on claims of race discrimination, sexual misconduct, and being made the scapegoat of a botched suicide case for a missing Midlands executive. a-b-c columbia's monique williams has the latest.
Unemployment Up Slightly
South Carolina's unemployment rate increased slightly in January. However, nearly 27, 000 more people are working than a year ago.
Gov. Haley to hold egg hunt at Governor's Mansion
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Gov. Nikki Haley is holding an Easter egg hunt at the Governor's Mansion for children who have spent time in the hospital.
Red Flag Fire Alert in SC
The South Carolina Forestry Commission is issuing a Red Flag Fire Weather Alert effective for the entire state of South Carolina.
Boil Water Advisory for Some Hopkins Residents
A small water line break is causing issues for some Hopkins residents.
Officials: SC Faces Elevated Fire Danger
The South Carolina Forestry Commission is issuing a red flag alert for the entire state.
SC Agency Plan to Spend $5 million Update Yorktown
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (AP) _ Officials at Patriots Point are proposing spending up to $5 million to make the 20th Century aircraft carrier USS Yorktown a floating museum that will better attract 21st Century visitors
Five Points St. Pat's Preps
What started as a parking lot party in 1982 is now a festival that draws 50,000 people to the Midlands each year. Preparation for the 31st Annual St. Pat's in 5Points Fesitval is in full swing.
Deadline nearing for DHEC applications to team
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The deadline is here for applications to a contest that state health officials hope will encourage kids to stay active and healthy.
