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U.S. Postal Service to End Saturday Mail Delivery
Weekend mail delivery is about to come to an end.
DHEC chief: Restrict food stamps, curb obesity
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's public health chief says further restricting what people can buy with food stamps might be a way to cut down on the state's obesity problem.
House approves bill creating shorter SC session
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's regular legislative session would last just three months each year under a measure tentatively approved by the House.
Identity of Driver Killed in Tanker Accident Released
The Richland County Coroner has released the name of the man killed when his tanker truck overturned on I-20 Tuesday night.
DHEC shows HIV, AIDS impact on black community
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina health officials are marking the 13th annual National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day with a series of events.
Fla. developer to plead in SC State kickback probe
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Florida developer has been charged as part of an alleged kickback scheme involving a former trustee at South Carolina State University.
Discounted Kenny Chesney Tickets Available
If you thought you'd missed your chance to get Kenny Chesney tickets we've got some good news for you.
AT&T in SC to show texting and driving dangers
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — AT&T is spending some time at the South Carolina Statehouse to talk about the dangers of texting while driving.
USC alumni advocate at Statehouse for 8 campuses
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Alumni, students and advocates of the University of South Carolina and its eight regional campuses are heading to the Statehouse to advocate on behalf of public higher education.
DeMint founding new South Carolina think tank
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Former U.S. Sen. Jim DeMint is launching a conservative think tank in South Carolina.
Bill on sweepstakes machines advances in SC House
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A bill specifying that sweepstakes machines are illegal gambling is advancing in the South Carolina House.
Man gets 5 years in death after football game
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A man has been ordered to spend five years in prison for his role in a fight that killed a man outside Williams-Brice Stadium following a South Carolina football game.
Your Kids and Cell Phones, Good Call?
It's a question some parents will likely hear sooner or later, Can i have a cell phone? Do you know if your child is ready?
Deadly Tanker Crash Causes Detour on I-20
An overturned tanker shuts down a busy highway here in the Midlands.
Police: Sumter Men Busted Redeeming Stolen Lottery Tickets
It turns out two Sumter men did not hit the jackpot while redeeming lottery tickets.
Free Bagel Offer This Thursday
Here's a deal that is sure to agree with your stomach.
Arrest Made in 2011 Greenville County Deaths
TAYLORS, S.C. (AP) _ A North Carolina man has been charged in the 2011 deaths of two people found after a fire in a Greenville County home.
Bill on sweepstakes machines advances in SC House
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A bill specifying that sweepstakes machines are illegal gambling is advancing in the South Carolina House.
Ban or No Ban, Will Anything Change for the Boy Scouts of America?
The Executive board of the Boy Scouts of America is in the middle of a three day meeting regarding the organization's current membership policy that restricts members due to sexual orientation.
Eight Lose Jobs, Hundreds Impacted Say Lawmakers
Come February 15, nearly a dozen people employed with the State Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) will be out of a job. Those eight folks are responsible for handling unemployment insurance claims for 17 offices, all of which are in rural areas. State lawmakers are up in arms about it because they say the job losses equal more bad news for their rural, low-income constituents.
Unattended Cooking Leads to House Fire
Columbia firefighters say cooking left unattended caused a fire at a Midlands home.
Irmo PD Names Suspect in Search
Irmo police officers are looking for a suspect that led them on a chase Tuesday morning.
Delivery Man Robbed, Hit With Bat
A delivery man got more than he bargained for while dropping off an order Monday night.
Project Sentry Logo Contest
South Carolina's top federal prosecutor is sponsoring a contest for school children to design a logo for upcoming gun violence prevention publications.
