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Higher Dose of Flu Vaccine Urged for the Elderly

While the peak of influenza season isn't until February, at least five cases of the illness have already been confirmed in the state. Doctors urge the elderly to take advantage of a higher dose of the vaccine to safeguard themselves against the virus.

SC zoo offers free admission to federal employees

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Columbia's Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens is offering free admission to federal workers affected by the government shutdown. Zoo officials say all federal government employees can come to the zoo for free on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday…

Amazon hiring thousands of seasonal workers in SC

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) — Amazon.com is hiring thousands of seasonal workers for its distribution centers in Spartanburg and Lexington counties. The Seattle-based company announced Tuesday the jobs are part of the online retailer's plans to hire least 70,000 temporary workers…

Study: SC drivers more likely to hit a deer

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — An insurance report shows that drivers face a greater chance of hitting a deer on South Carolina's roadways than in most other states. The State newspaper reports (http://bit.ly/18ovIe5 ) that South Carolina ranks 11th nationwide in…

SC Guard processing same-sex couples' benefits

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina National Guard has issued one benefit card to a same-sex couple and is directing all benefit applications to federal offices for processing. Adjutant Gen. Robert Livingston told The Greenville News (http://grnol.co/GzNmlM ) that…

Coroplast to put 1st US plant in York County

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Coroplast Tape Corp. is planning to put its first U.S. production plant in Rock Hill, creating 150 jobs. The German company announced Wednesday plans to invest $12 million in a York County Spec Building off Interstate…

Effect of federal shutdown in SC appears spotty

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…

SC Guard delays weekend drills; Air Guard to fly

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…

Health Care Website Woes

After two days some say they're still having trouble getting onto the new affordable healthcare website to sign up.

Shutdown Frustration: Venting to Lawmakers 101

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.

SC State kickback trial pushed back to January

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…

Man gets 15 years in Orangeburg County killing

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…

Sam's Club Waives Membership For Military Personnel

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 police holding ceremony to bless animals

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…

Parents' weekend set for USC in Columbia

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…

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