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SC Senate approves government restructuring bill

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Senate has approved a government restructuring bill that would give the governor more control of bureaucratic functions.

USC hosts environmental educators' conference

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A conference of college and university environmental educators from across the Southeast is being held at the University of South Carolina.

House Ways and Means advances spending bill

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The House budget-writing committee has advanced a spending plan that includes $75 million for Medicaid initiatives designed to improve residents' health.

SC wants to discuss food stamp changes with feds

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina officials hope restricting what people can buy with food stamps will cut down on obesity.

Troopers Search for Vehicle of Interest in Hit-and-Run

The South Carolina Highway Patrol continues to look for a truck believed to be involved in an Orangeburg County hit-and-run.

Pelion Man Arrested for Indecent Exposure

A registered sex offender in Lexington County, who was awaiting trial on an indecent exposure charge, is again accused of showing too much in public.

Local Dentists to Offer Free Care

It's an attempt to bring a healthy smile to those in need.

Cereal Recalled for Possible Glass Fragments

Here's a wake-call before eating your breakfast tomorrow.

Son Charged with Murder in SC Mom's Death

ANDERSON, S.C. (AP) _ Charges have been upgraded against an Anderson County man charged with setting his mother on fire.

Crash Involving Semi Closes Portion of I-20

The South Carolina Highway Patrol is asking drivers to be cautious along a portion of Interstate 20 in Kershaw County Thursday night.

Candy, Soda Out for Food Stamp Recipients?

South Carolina is attempting to become the first state in the nation to issue a state-wide initiative that will restrict what those, receiving monetary food-assistance, can purchase.

SC restaurant to pay back wages after fed probe

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Columbia restaurant chain has agreed to pay thousands of dollars in back wages as part of a federal investigation.

SC man charged with operating chop shop in Gaston

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Columbia man has been charged with operating a chop shop in Gaston.

SC-based soldier sues mortgage company over rate

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — An Army sergeant based in South Carolina has filed a federal lawsuit accusing a mortgage company of not obeying a law that requires limits on interest rates for active-duty members of the military.

USC's Patricia Pastides educates on heart health

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — University of South Carolina's Patricia Moore-Pastides is hosting an event to celebrate National Heart Health Month and introduce food that supports a healthy lifestyle.

Alternative teacher certification group in SC

WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — An organization that offers an alternative route to teacher accreditation is holding informational sessions in South Carolina.

SC, Chinese scholars, business leaders meet at USC

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina business leaders are meeting with scholars and trade experts on China to discuss how to build communication and stronger business ties between the two cultures.

USC Crime Alert: Woman Sexually Assaulted on Campus

The USC Police Department is investigating a report of rape on campus this week.

SC committee plan would fix bridges, buy buses

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina House budget-writing committee has tentatively approved spending $25 million on cyber-security, $60 million to fix bridges with load restrictions, and $10.5 million on new school buses.