COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The effect of the federal government's shutdown in South Carolina appears spotty, hitting some worse than others as the partial closure enters its second day. Union members representing government employees say they fear a prolonged shutdown…
The rural housing loan that Avista James qualified for through the U.S. Department of Agriculture is null and void until the government re-opens its doors.
Amid a government showdown, South Carolina's delegation and Midlands residents are speaking out.
Columbia, SC (Greater Columbia Chamber Of Commerce)-Columbia Chamber President and CEO Ike McLeese has announced he will step down from his role at the Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce at the end of this year.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — More than 60 of South Carolina's Army National Guard units are delaying their normal weekend training drills because of the partial government shutdown. But the state's Air National Guard F-16 fighter wing is taking to the…
After two days some say they're still having trouble getting onto the new affordable healthcare website to sign up.
Gunfire erupted Thursday near the U.S. Capitol, bringing a swarm of emergency vehicles to the heart of the government in response to an emergency that locked down Congress.
An alleged drunk driver is back in Lexington County court.
Citizens still have a lot on their minds about the shutdown. An election official offers a crash course in contacting your respective legislator to voice questions and concerns about the happenings on Capitol Hill.
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) âone space€one space” The trial of a former South Carolina State University trustee accused of taking kickbacks has been delayed. A federal judge this week pushed the trial for Jonathan Pinson back to January. Pinson and another…
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) âone space€one space” A Summerville man who killed a man in his Orangeburg County home after an argument in January will spend 15 years in prison. The Times and Democrat of Orangeburg reports (http://bit.ly/1bAUrgH ) that 34-year-old…
39 year old Thomas Stafford will spend the next 17 years behind bars for his role in the 2012 death of SCDOT worker, Nicholas Johnson
Columbia, SC (Mitchell Communication Group)-On Wednesday morning, dozens of domestic commissaries located on military bases were closed as a result of the U.S. government shutdown. Military personnel, retirees and their families heavily depend on commissaries for low-cost groceries and everyday…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Furry friends in the Columbia area are getting a special treat this week. On Friday, the Columbia Police Department is holding a "Blessing of the Animals" ceremony at its downtown headquarters. The department's chaplain, Father Anthony…
Allegations surface claiming two CPD officers refused to participoate in the Gay Pride Festival
FLORENCE, S.C. (AP) _ Ten people are in jail and have been charged in a series of shoplifting incidents in Florence that cost businesses more than $30,000 over two years.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — University of South Carolina students in Columbia have gotten fair warning to tidy up their rooms and wash those clothes. It's parents' weekend. University spokeswoman Megan Sexton says a record number of family members are expected…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — An exhibit of photographs taken during the struggle for civil rights in South Carolina is going on display at the University of South Carolina's McKissick Museum The show called "Defying the Quiet" opens Friday and is…
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) âone space€one space” South Carolina's first single-gender charter school is opening in Orangeburg next fall. The Times and Democrat of Orangeburg reports (http://bit.ly/1765l8U ) that Garden City Preparatory Academy for Boys has been approved by the state…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) âone space€one space” Columbia officials have overridden a decision by interim police chief Ruben Santiago to order two officers to march in the South Carolina Gay Pride Parade even though they did not want to participate. Santiago…
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — A 39-year-old Lexington County man has been sentenced to 17 years in prison for striking and killing a transportation department worker on Interstate 20 last year. Circuit Judge Robert Hood on Thursday sentenced Thomas Stafford after…
Deputies are asking for the public's help to find a Midlands man and his 10-month-old son.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) âone space€one space” Recipients of a supplemental food program are getting a few more weeks of help thanks to South Carolina's health department. On Friday, the Department of Health and Environmental Control told its more than 122,000…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) âone space€one space” Fourteen staff members of the agency that invests retirees' pension money are receiving a combined $1.4 million in bonuses for the portfolio's performance. The Retirement System Investment Commission approved the performance payments last week…
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) âone space€one space” South Carolina State University President Thomas Elzey's plans to restructure the administration are taking effect. The Times and Democrat of Orangeburg reports (http://bit.ly/GCDebw ) that the university trustees approved the plan Thursday to create…
