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Teen Gets 20 Years for Killing Pizza Deliveryman

ST. GEORGE, S.C. (AP) _ An 18-year-old man charged in the killing of a pizza deliveryman is facing 20 years in prison. Jontae Davis accepted a plea deal Tuesday and agreed to testify against the man prosecutors say pulled the trigger in the killing of 20-year-old Maraleius Birdsong in North Charleston last March.

Lawmakers to Shoot Down Gun Legislation

In anticipation that her colleagues will support legislation to allow concealed weapons at school, freshman Senator Katrina Shealy's concealed weapon permit classes for teachers are underway. However, some lawmakers say she is jumping the gun.

Lifesaver Blood Drive Today

Today you have a chance to step up to the plate and make a difference in someone else's life. The City of Columbia is hosting its annual "Lifesavers Blood Drive," February 12th & 13th at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center.

Benedict College set to host black history event

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) โ€” Benedict College is scheduled to host a two-day celebration for Black History Month that features workshops for students, a celebration dinner and special guest speakers.

2 Charged with Murder in Lancaster Shooting

LANCASTER, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say they have charged two people with murder in the shooting death of a man in Lancaster last month, including the woman who took the victim to the hospital.

Lifesaver Blood Drive:Tuesday and Wednesday

You will soon have a chance to step up to the plate and make a difference in someone else's life. The City of Columbia will host its annual "Lifesavers Blood Drive," this week on February 12th & 13th at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center.

Local Priests Shocked by Pope's Resignation

A spokesperson for the Catholic Diocese of Charleston, which comprises the entire state of South Carolina, says this unprecedented resignation announcement from Pope Benedict caught everyone by surprise.

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