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Agency hopes to replace SC voting machines by 2017

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The state Election Commission is inviting county officials and state lawmakers to review potential replacements for South Carolina's decade-old touchscreen voting machines.

Still another SC coastal community opposes offshore drilling

MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (AP) — Another coastal community in South Carolina has gone on record against offshore drilling and seismic testing.

Fort Jackson Kicks-Off Retiree Appreciation

It's the start to the annual Retiree Appreciation Days at Fort Jackson.

Teachers and Students Say Thank You

Teachers and second grade students at Lonnie B. Nelson Elementary School in Columbia will get to meet one of the three organizations responsible for last week's DonorsChoose.org South Carolina "Flash Fund."

Cook-Out Held for State Law Enforcement

May 15 is known as National Peace Officers Memorial Day.

Lexington County Honors Law Enforcement

The law enforcement community will gather in Lexington County to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.

Department of Public Safety Reminds Drivers to Buckle Up

Officials with the Department of Public Safety are reaching out to drivers later today.

Blue Cross Blue Shield Hosts Resume Writing Workshop

Just in time for the big Midlands job fair coming up in less than a week, Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina will host a resume writing and interview skills workshop.

Low Gas Prices Mean Busy 4th Travel

Low gas prices are contributing to one of the busiest July 4th Holidays in recent years.

Coroner: Man who pleaded guilty in wife's death found dead

ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) — A coroner says the man who pleaded guilty in the 2008 shooting death of his ailing wife has been found dead inside a home in Lexington County.

South Carolina Senate gives roads bill priority debate spot

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Senate has agreed to put the debate on whether to raise taxes for more money for road in a prime debate spot.

South Carolina may get small ethics reform package this year

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Ethics reform might not be dead at the South Carolina Statehouse this year.

Governor Haley Meets With ALS Survivors

Columbia, SC (WOLO)-Governor Nikki Haley met with a-l-s survivors as part of National ALS Month.

Senate kills $236M borrowing package, but effort still alive

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Senate has killed a $237 million borrowing package on a technicality, but efforts to pass it remain alive.

Officials Seek Input on Malfunction Junction

On Tuesday, the State Department Of Transportation held a community kickoff meeting to discuss their Carolina Crossroads Project that is focused on improvements along the I-20, I-26, and 126 corridor.

Charges dropped for SC man accused of killing 300K chickens

MANNING, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina authorities have dismissed charges against a man who they said was responsible for killing more than 300,000 chickens being raised by the company that earlier terminated his contract.

Magistrate Suspended Over Possible Conflict of Interest

CHESTER, S.C. (AP) _ A Chester County magistrate judge has been suspended while court administrators look at an alleged conflict of interest in her hearing cases involving the sheriff's office, which is led by her husband.

Graham takes trip down memory lane at SC Statehouse

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Likely presidential candidate Lindsey Graham has returned to his roots.

SC Highway Patrol Celebrates Milestone

Going back in time to celebrate a milestone for the South Carolina Highway Patrol.

SC DOT looking to make Malfunction Junction function

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The state is embarking on an effort to fix "Malfunction Junction," the congested interchange where Interstates 20, 26, and 126 meet northwest of Columbia.