Marion County deputies fired for using drugs
MARION, S.C. (AP) _ Marion County Sheriff Mark Richardson has fired two of his deputies after they tested positive for drugs.
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Contender List for DeMint's Seat Grows
She won't appoint herself. That's the word from Governor Nikki Haley on filling Jim DeMint's soon to be vacant U.S. Senate seat. As the South Carolina Republican party comes to comes to terms with the lawmaker's departure, a list of contenders to replace him is quickly taking shape in the midst of a major political shakeup.
Former SC Officer Faces Child Porn Charge
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. (AP) _ An officer who resigned this week from the Moncks Corner Police Department has been charged exploitation of minors after authorities say they found child pornography on his computer.
SRS scientist took $33,000 in fraudulent expenses
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A scientist at the Savannah River Site has agreed to pay back more than $33,000 in expenses he fraudulently obtained from the government.
AMA: SC, NC are narrow health insurers markets
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — An American Medical Association analysis finds South Carolina has one of the country's least competitive health insurance markets.
Haley to consider replacement for DeMint
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The resignation of U.S. Sen. Jim DeMint gives Gov. Nikki Haley sole authority to choose South Carolina's next senator, and the only indication she's made is that it won't be her.
Ex-SC teacher pleads guilty to child porn charges
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — An award-winning composer and former fine arts instructor at a private school in Charleston has pleaded guilty to child pornography charges.
Economy Adds 146,000 Jobs
The nation's unemployment rate is now the lowest it's been since December of 2008.
New Crime-Fighting Tool Tracks Stolen Electronics
The Richland County Sheriff's Department has a new tool to keep you from becoming the victim of a crime.
Kenny Chesney Tickets Go on Sale
Country music fans, get your credit cards ready.
Hundreds of SC Workers Evacuated at BMW Fire
Hundreds of employees were evacuated during a fire at the BMW plant in Greer.
Macy's Saving Last-Minute Shoppers
The clock is ticking. There are less than three weeks to finish your Christmas lists.
SC Governor's School accepting applications
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Governor's School for Science and Mathematics is ready to start considering a new crop of students.
SC institutions, EPA, sign pact
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — Four colleges and universities in the Midlands have signed an agreement with the Environmental Protection Agency to make their campuses greener and to work together on environmental issues.
Harrell appoints 10 House members to hacking panel
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — House lawmakers have set up a panel to investigate ways to increase South Carolina's cybersecurity after the hacking of millions of taxpayers' personal data.
Pilot whale beaches itself, dies on SC coast
BEAUFORT, S.C. (AP) _ A 16-foot pilot whale has died after stranding itself on a South Carolina beach.
More Ballots Found, Election Report Released
A month after voters went to the polls in Richland County, more ballots have been found.
Man Pleads Guilty to Killing 5-Month-old Daughter
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ A Greer man has been sentenced to life in prison without parole for the death of his 5-month-old daughter. Solicitor Walt Wilkins says 44-year-old Daron Davis was sentenced Thursday after pleading guilty to homicide by child abuse.
School to celebrate final volume on SC's women
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The University of South Carolina is planning a celebration to mark the release of a final volume of an anthology describing the contributions of the state's women.
SC board approves settlement over rail yard
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A state financial oversight board has approved a land swap and payment deal designed to resolve all lawsuits over providing rail access to the Port of Charleston.
Senators asked to consider adding 2 oversight jobs
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The head of South Carolina's information technology division says lawmakers should consider hiring two people to oversee agencies' cyber security.
Rep Delleney becomes new House Judiciary chairman
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A 21-year incumbent of the South Carolina House is taking the helm of the powerful Judiciary Committee.
SC federal prosecutor receives award from FBI
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A federal prosecutor in South Carolina is the recipient of a community leadership award from the FBI.
Nutcracker Kicks off Holiday Performances
It's a family time tradition that officials kicks off the start of the holiday season. We have all of the information you need to know when it comes to where and when to buy your tickets.
Demint Resigning from Senate
According to a statement on his web site, South Carolina Senator Jim Demint will resign from the US Senate.
