Retired Military Leaders: Childhood Obesity Threat to National Security
Several high ranking former military members were at the state house Wednesday and they say keeping kids healthy is vital to the future defense of the country.
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2 more SC governments on record opposed to offshore drilling
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — The City of Columbia and Charleston County have gone on record opposing offshore seismic surveys and drilling for oil and natural gas.
Events in nearly 40 SC communities mark Bike to School Day
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Almost 40 South Carolina communities are planning events for National Bike to School Day.
Mother's Day Gift Idea
One local business wants to help you find a gift for Mother's Day and they say this one is more than it's weight in gold.
SC law enforcement officers honor colleagues who have died
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Law enforcement officers from across South Carolina are gathering to honor their colleagues who died last year.
Obesity Prevents Young Adults from Serving in the Military
Retired generals and admirals from South Carolina will release a new report on Wednesday.
Columbia Animal Shelter Offers Adoption Deals in May
The Columbia Animal Shelter is celebrating National Pet Month.
Students Prepare for Graduation at Midlands Technical College
A group of local students will sport their caps and gowns Wednesday night.
SC Senate budget debate centers on roads, borrowing
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The state Senate's budget debate is turning into a fight over road construction and borrowing.
House, Senate tries to reach deal to fire SC State trustees
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Three senators and three House members are meeting to try to find a compromise to fire the South Carolina State University Board of Trustees.
Changes Coming To Panera
Nationwide (WOLO)-Panera Bread is pledging to remove all artificial additives and preservatives from its food by the end of next year. On its website, Panera published a list of some of the 150 ingredients that will change.
Midlands Gives Breaks 2014 Record Before Day Ends
On Tuesday, people across the midlands came together to donate to organizations across the midlands and make an impact, through Midlands Gives.
Deputies Investigate After Body Found in Spartanburg County
LYMAN, S.C. (AP) _ Sheriff's deputies in Spartanburg County are investigating after a body was found in the woods near Lyman.
SC House member expects to pay off ethics fines by fall
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina Rep. Harold Mitchell says he expects to pay off more than $16,000 in ethics fines by September.
Gay leaders happy even with anti-discrimination bill failing
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Even after an anti-discrimination bill was pulled off the floor of the South Carolina House, supporters of gay rights are pleased that this has been a surprisingly quiet Legislative session for them.
DHEC plans hearings statewide on SC Health Plan
FLORENCE, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control plans to hold four public hearings next month on the proposed South Carolina Health Plan.
Man shot to death in Camden
CAMDEN, S.C. (AP) — Camden police are investigating the shooting death of a man last weekend.
Midlands Gives Supports Local, Non-Profit Organizations
It's time for our community to step up to the plate and deliver in a big way.
Deputies Continue to Search for Missing Teens
Despite receiving several unconfirmed sightings, the Newberry County Sheriff's Office says it's still looking for two missing teens.
Last Day to Submit Art to Richland Library Percent for Art Project
Tuesday is the last day the Richland Library Percent for Art Project will accept submissions.
Deputies Search for Shooting Suspects
Richland County Deputies say they received a shots fired call in the 3000 Block of Broad River Road.
Big Brothers Big Sisters holding orientation in Columbia
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — An organization that matches up boys and girls with mentors is holding a meeting for people interested in becoming volunteers.
SC Senate to begin debate on $7 billion spending plan
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Senate is expected to spend the week debating its $7 billion spending plan for state taxes.
Cops: Student spit and put window cleaner in roommates' food
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Police say a University of South Carolina student has been arrested after her roommates set up a camera and caught her spitting and putting window cleaner in their food.
Shooting In Newberry
Newberry, SC (WOLO)-In Newberry... police want to catch up with Rodney Henderson. officers say Henderson fired shots inside a car occupied by two adults and two children.
