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Local Meetings Steaming Live Online

Jan 23, 2013 4:47 AM EST

Here is something that is streaming live in Lexington County.

Price of Stamps Going Up

Jan 23, 2013 4:42 AM EST

Hope you stocked up on forever stamps . Because if you didn't, you're about to pay more the next time you mail.

Worker Killed in Fall into Machine in Williamston

Jan 23, 2013 2:43 AM EST

WILLIAMSTON, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say a worker has died after falling into a metal stamping machine at a plant in Anderson County. Investigators say the man was working on a machine around 9 a.m. Tuesday at Stanco Metal Products in Williamston when he lost his footing and fell into it.

Hacked Tax Returns

Jan 23, 2013 1:39 AM EST

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ The new chief at South Carolina's Department of Revenue says he's changing the agency's culture following the theft of millions of taxpayers' personal data.

Taxpayers Prepare Now, Despite IRS Filing Delay

Jan 22, 2013 11:18 PM EST

As the IRS delays when it will process your 2012 tax returns, ABC Columbia News spoke to a local tax preparer to explain what the changes mean for you as you prepare to file.

Mental health focus of SC NAACP's King Day rally

Jan 22, 2013 11:15 PM EST

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina civil rights leaders paused their celebration of Martin Luther King Day to watch President Barack Obama take the oath of office for his second term.

SLED scheduled for on-side assessment

Jan 22, 2013 8:15 PM EST

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The public is getting a chance to weigh in during an accreditation of South Carolina's police agency.

Authorities Warn of Phone Scam Alert

Jan 22, 2013 4:41 AM EST

The next time your phone rings, beware of who is on the other end. They could be after your money.

"Main Street Ice" Comes to an End

Jan 22, 2013 3:50 AM EST

A popular frosty activity in Downtown Columbia has come to an end.

Fewer SC Teachers Seek National Certification

Jan 22, 2013 2:17 AM EST

BEAUFORT, S.C. (AP) _ Education officials say cuts in bonuses and financial assistance to pay for the program are reasons why fewer South Carolina teachers are earning a top credential.

Clemson president up and walking after bypass

Jan 22, 2013 1:52 AM EST

GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ Clemson University President Jim Barker says he has been able to get out of bed after undergoing heart bypass surgery.

Fear of feds leads to nullification fever in SC

Jan 21, 2013 4:15 PM EST

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The old idea of nullification is finding new life at the South Carolina Statehouse.

Pres. Obama, VP Biden Sworn in for Second Term

Jan 20, 2013 5:41 PM EST

President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden today officially embarked on their second term, taking the Constitutionally mandated oath of office in two separate private ceremonies inside their homes.

SC Restaurant Week Continues through the Weekend

Jan 19, 2013 8:08 PM EST

The time is almost up to treat yourself to a nice meal that you don't have to prepare in the kitchen.

Upstate Sheriff Pleads Guilty to Misconduct

Jan 19, 2013 2:30 AM EST

County Sheriff Charles Goodwin has pleaded guilty to misconduct in office. Goodwin entered the plea in Greenville on Friday.

Unemployment Up, Volunteerism May Help

Jan 18, 2013 11:14 PM EST

South Carolina's unemployment rate has gone up for the first time in months. However, officials with the State Department of Employment and Workforce encourage volunteerism as a possible way to find gainful employment.