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Newberry RB Finalist For SC Player Of Year

Newberry College junior running back Romelo Doctor has been named as a finalist for the South Carolina Football Hall of Fame's Collegiate Player of the Year, presented by Hale's Jewelers.

3rd year of signups begins with fewer choices in SC

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolinians who buy their health insurance through the federal exchange will see higher costs and fewer choices.

Ex-Addict Who Became Prominent Pastor Found Dead in Church

A former heroin addict who turned to religion and became a prominent pastor after he was released from prison was found dead Friday in the church where he preached and ministered to those who walked in his shoes.

Horne to challenge Mark Sanford in GOP congressional primary

Dorchester County state Rep. Jenny Horne plans to run against U.S. Rep. Mark Sanford in next year's Republican primary.

Manhunt underway after ATM ripped from ground in Chester County

A manhunt is underway in Chester County after deputies said two men ripped out an ATM from a drive-through early Friday morning.

Lexington County scheduled to host rain barrel workshop

LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — Officials in Lexington County are offering people an opportunity to learn how to harvest and use rainwater.

US Rep. Jim Clyburn, wife making announcement at SC State

ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — U.S. Rep. Jim Clyburn, the first black lawmaker to serve in Congress from South Carolina since Reconstruction, is scheduled to make an announcement at South Carolina State University.

SVHS students stage walk-out to protest dismissal of former deputy

Friday afternoon close to 100 Spring Valley High School students staged a walk-out.

Suspect arrested after weekend shooting at State Fair

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Richland County deputies have arrested a suspect in connection with last Saturday night's shooting at the South Carolina State Fair.

Blind pit bull abandoned on park bench gets second chance

A 3-year-old blind pit bull found abandoned on a park bench has a second chance at a loving home.

Mother enters plea in fire that killed 4 children

A South Carolina mother charged with homicide by child abuse in a mobile home fire that killed her four children faces sentencing after pleading in the case.

Tennis pro James Blake gears up for NYC marathon, his 1st

NEW YORK (AP) — Former tennis pro James Blake is gearing up for his first marathon and says it's going to be a long race, much like the fight against police brutality.

Halloween Safety Tips

As the little ghosts and goblins get ready to trick or treat, now is the time to keep safety tips in mind.

Clyburn scholarship established at SC State

United States Congressman Jim Clyburn and his wife Emily announced a scholarship named in her honor on Friday.

Richland Co. Sheriff searching for missing teen

The Richland County Sheriff's Department needs the community’s assistance in locating a missing teen.

Annual ceremony recognizes domestic violence victims

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's top prosecutor is hosting a somber ceremony to honor the state's victims killed by domestic violence.

Truck company starting Lowcountry plant, creating 300 jobs

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A truck manufacturer in Myrtle Beach is opening a plant in Summerville that will create 300 new jobs.

Gamecocks Start 2016 Season On The Road

The University of South Carolina will open the 2016 football season at Vanderbilt on Thursday, September 1, it was announced today, as the league office released the SEC’s entire slate of games.

USC Soccer Seniors Star In Last Home Game

First-half goals by South Carolina seniors Emily Bollinger and Carly Ray pushed the No. 17 Gamecocks past Tennessee 4-0, on Senior Night Thursday evening at Stone Stadium. With the victory, South Carolina concludes the regular season at 12-4-2 and finished Southeastern Conference play with a mark of 6-3-2. The Volunteers drop to 7-5-6 and 3-5-3 in league action.