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Foundation poured for SC's new nuclear reactor

JENKINSVILLE, S.C. (AP) — The 6-foot-thick concrete foundation for South Carolina's new nuclear plant has been poured in Fairfield County.

House panel advances measures to legalize raffles

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Efforts to legalize raffles in South Carolina have taken another step forward.

Construction Project Prompts Road Closure

A construction project in Columbia will keep one road closed until summer.

Columbia Water Proposes Water Hike

You may not think twice about how your water is handled every time your turn on your faucet, but Columbia water and sewer officials are, and are proposing an increase to maintain the current level of quality.

SC Volunteer Firefighter Killed in Wreck

RIDGEVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ A volunteer firefighter in Ridgeville has died in a wreck while responding to a fire call.

Researcher: Zombie fads peak when society unhappy

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A Clemson University researcher says widespread interest in the world of the undead isn't just a random fad.

Rapidly spreading disease found in bats in SC

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A disease that has killed millions of bats in the eastern U.S. has reached South Carolina.

Local Churches to Gather for Interfaith Conversation on Gun Violence

Friday,churches from across Columbia, of different faiths, will gather for a conversation on gun violence.

Expand Medicaid in SC But at What Cost?

State democrats announced a proposal they claim will give South Carolinians better access to health care. This, as lawmakers enter their budget week. However, republicans say that's a price tag the state can't afford.

House Democrats propose Medicaid expansion plan

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina Democrats say the state needs to expand Medicaid eligibility at least as long as the federal government promises to fully cover the cost.

Four Children Transported Following Bus Accident

Four children taken to the hospital after an accident involving a school bus.

Deputies Search for Robbery, Kidnapping Suspect

Deputies are looking for a man they say is armed and dangerous with violent tendencies.

Reward Offered for Stolen Coins

Finding some missing coins could earn you a lot of dollars.

Cayce officer cleared in chase that killed 2

CAYCE, S.C. (AP) — A Cayce police officer has been cleared in a chase he started that ended in a wreck in Columbia that killed two men.

Sheheen promoting his policy ideas in new book

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Camden Sen. Vincent Sheheen is touring the state to promote his book that lays out his ideas for improving South Carolina.

Services Planned for Local School Board Member

Memorial services are planned today for Richland One School District board member Barbara Scott.

Former Norway Mayor Dies

Former Norway Mayor Jim Preacher died Sunday evening.

Deputies: Man Fired Shots Into Apartment Where Woman Was Sleeping

Richland County Deputies have arrested a man who, they say, fired shots into a woman's apartment while she was sleeping.

DHEC offers chance to weigh in on regulations

GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's health and environmental department is offering the public a chance to comment on the agency's regulations.

High speed, 2-county chase wrecks 2 police cars

FLORENCE, S.C. (AP) — Authorities say a high-speed chase through two counties ended with two patrol cars and two other vehicles wrecked, but no serious injuries.

Researcher: Zombie fads peak when society unhappy

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Clemson University researcher says widespread interest in the world of the undead isn't just a random fad.

SC DMV lifting drivers' suspensions this week

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles is allowing drivers with certain types of suspended licenses to come in this week and apply for a new chance.