Construction to close bridge in Pomaria
Construction for a portion of US 176 in Newberry County will force the closure of a bridge in Pomaria.
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Voter Registration deadline approaching
If you are planning to vote in the General Election this November and have not registered, you are running out of time.
SC community hosts military appreciation picnic
SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. (AP) — The community near Shaw Air Force is hosting its fourth annual military appreciation day picnic.
Greer cops seek man who impersonated SLED officer
Police in Greer say they looking for a man who impersonated a State Law Enforcement Division officer and followed a woman to her home.
Lemur exhibit gives boost to SC Aquarium
A popular exhibit featuring the animals of Madagascar has given the South Carolina Aquarium a boost this year.
Clemson Professor: Brighter Colors for Fall
It's been a dry summer in the Carolinas, and that weather could lead to brighter - and earlier - fall colors. Clemson University professor Victor Shelburne says the most vibrant colors come when a dry summer is followed by crisp autumn nights.
Phone Scam:Kershaw County Alert
The person on the other end of the line may not be who they say they are. Kershaw County Sheriff Jim Matthews says they have received complaints of someone calling residents claiming to be from the sheriff's department.
Palmetto Health Baptist Parkridge Construction Update
Palmetto Health Baptist Parkridge is one step closer to completion. A topping out ceremony is set for Tuesday.
Okra Strut Finds A New Home
It's official! The annual Irmo Okra Strut has finally found a place to call home after 4 years of different locations.
Viva La Vista celebrating Vista vendors
The annual Viva La Vista festival is underway in downtown Columbia.
Ex-coach in sex abuse case in protective custody
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A former Charleston area teacher and coach who pleaded guilty to nearly two dozen child sex charges is being held in protective custody at a state prison in Columbia.
Haley opens door to constituents in Sumter
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) — Gov. Nikki Haley is scheduled to make a stop in Sumter and give constituents a chance to sit down and chat.
SC health officials urging rabies awareness
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina health officials are hoping to raise awareness of efforts to wipe out rabies.
Clemson reports 2 positive drug tests out of 832
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) _ Clemson officials say the school's athletes failed two of the 832 drug tests given from July 2011 through June of this year.
Spurrier vs. Morris: Fans React
We took the drama between State Newspaper Columnist and South Carolina Head Football Coach Steve Spurrier, to Gamecock Nation to see what fans had to say.
SC Woman Charged with Neglect at Preschool
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) _ A Myrtle Beach woman has been accused of infant neglect at a church preschool center. Forty-six-year-old Mary Lynn Boggs is charged with illegal neglect of a child after parents called police last week to complain.
High Speed Chase Ends with Drug Arrests
A high speed chase in Kershaw County leads to some drug arrests.
USC Student Arrested on Weapons Charge
A USC student is arrested after Columbia Police respond to a call about a suspicious person.
Bow Tie Run to Honor Late USC President
Local residents are getting on their feet Saturday morning to remember a late member of the USC family.
Publix Issues Voluntary Recall over Romaine
Recent health concerns may have you substituting the greens on your plate with a different side dish.
FDA Issues New Warning about Dangers of Online Pharmacies
The FDA launched a new campaign Friday to raise awareness about the problems with online pharmacies.
USC AD Ray Tanner Comments on Spurrier/Morris Situation
University of South Carolina AD Ray Tanner has released a statement to ABC Columbia News regarding Coach Steve Spurrier's comments on Ron Morris during his weekly radio show.
'New Kid on Block' Prepares for Viva La Vista
As close to two dozen brick and mortar businesses in Columbia's The Vista prepare for the fifth annual Viva La Vista event, one rookie Vista business owner is hoping he can keep up with the overwhelming demands of the mainstay party.
Drought panel: Some of SC out of drought
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's drought committee says rainfall has reduced the drought status in the northeastern portion of the state and Charleston and Beaufort counties.
Deputies Seek Suspects in Attempted Murder
Richland Co., SC (WOLO)-- Richland Co. deputies are searching for two men in connection with an August shooting. According to investigators on August 8th Ceven Barnum and another unknown suspect were sitting in a car with the victim on Newcastle…
