Local Attempt to Stay Fit during the Holidays
Columbia's Parks and Recreation wants to add a little festive flair to the mayor's Let's Move initiative.
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Gamecock Nation Rallies Around Injured Marcus Lattimore
Never in the history of the University has Gamecock Nation held a rally of this magnitude for a player. By all accounts, there couldn't have been a more deserving player than Marcus Lattimore.
At Least 10 Deaths Blamed on Superstorm Sandy
At least 10 deaths are being blamed on Superstorm Sandy, which has knocked out power to over 3 million people across the East.
Loggerhead turtles making big recovery on SC coast
CAPE ROMAIN, S.C. (AP) _ Endangered loggerhead sea turtles are making a big comeback on the South Carolina coast.
SC Hacked: Elderly, Military, Minors' Protection
As the number of South Carolinians enrolling in a free credit protection plan continues to grow in the midst of a statewide hacing incident, so does the concern of Governor Nikki Haley for three particular groups of people: the elderly and those with no computer access; those in the military; and those with minor dependents listed on their tax returns.
Skydiver Killed at SC Airport was NC Man
CHESTER, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities have identified a North Carolina skydiver who died following a hard landing at a Chester County airport over the weekend.
Cell Records Help Locate Missing Teens Bodies
Authorities say cell phone records helped locate two missing North Carolina teens now confirmed dead in South Carolina.
UPDATE: SC Hacked, Protection Plan Details
Governor Nikki Haley is explaining in more detail how you can enroll in a free credit protection plan in the midst of a statewide international hacking incident. Nearly 3.6 million social security numbers and 387,000 credit and debit card numbers were exposed in a cyber attack.
Superstorm Sandy Prompts Ship Rescue
The Coast Guard is using a helicopter and an airplane to search for two crew members who are missing from a replica tall ship that sank in rough seas off the North Carolina coast.
AP-SC--South Carolina Broadcast Contest Advisory, SC
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Petition candidates will win SC Statehouse seats
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Petition candidates have a real shot at knocking off several incumbent South Carolina legislators next month.
SC tax returns exposed by computer hacker
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — State officials say someone hacked into the Department of Revenue, exposing about 3.6 million South Carolina tax returns.
AP vet Davenport receives Order of the Palmetto
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Associated Press reporter Jim Davenport has received South Carolina's highest civilian honor.
SC man serving life for 2 deaths wants new trial
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A man serving life in prison for the murders of a South Carolina couple is asking for a new trial.
2 Bodies Found in River, May Be Missing Teens
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Authorities have reportedly found a vehicle used by two missing Catawba County, N.C., teenagers under a highway bridge in South Carolina with two bodies inside.
Officer Wanted for Shooting Estranged Wife
WINNSBORO, S.C. (WOLO) -- The State Law Enforcement Division is searching for a Winnsboro Public Safety officer they say shot his estranged wife.
State Farmers Market provides Halloween fun
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — With Halloween approaching, the State Farmers Market is offering kids a way to get geared up.
Juvenile justice professionals to meet at USC
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Social workers and legal professionals involved in juvenile justice cases are meeting for their annual conference at the University of South Carolina.
Search for Stabbing Suspect Continues
Richland County Sheriff's Continue searching for a suspect accused of stabbing a man during a fight in Elgin.
Officials' Warning on Sandy: "Don't Be Stupid."
Tens of thousands of people in coastal areas have been ordered to evacuate their homes before Hurricane Sandy pounds the eastern third of the United States with life-threatening storm surges, forceful winds and rainfall that could cripple transportation and leave millions without power.
SC has 1st case of fungal meningitis tied to shots
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Health officials are reporting South Carolina's first probable case of fungal meningitis linked to steroid shots for back pain.
Sandy approaching Northeast, residents on alert
As Hurricane Sandy loomed off the East Coast, some residents of New Jersey were warned to prepare for 7- to 10-day power outages, and portable generators are selling out all up and down the Atlantic Seaboard as people prepare for the worst.
Sandy bringing clouds, winds to Midlands
While officials in New York and the northeast portion of the nation are cautiously watching what could be a very serious weather situation, Sandy is scraping by the coast of South Carolina.
USC gets $5 million for McNair aerospace center
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — University of South Carolina President Harris Pastides is announcing a $5 million gift from businesswoman Anita Zucker in a major boost for the school's aerospace research center.
SC man serving life for 2 deaths wants new trial
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A man serving life in prison for the murders of a South Carolina couple is asking for a new trial.
