Deterring Distracted Drivers
A bill speeding through the house has passed and is now in the senate sub-committee in an effort to put the brakes on texting and driving.
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Duke Sandwich to Open New Anderson County Site
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Sandwich spread maker Duke Sandwich Productions is investing $5 million in a new plant in Anderson County. Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt said in an announcement Tuesday that the company, which traces its history in South Carolina back nearly 100 years, expects to add 45 new jobs at the plant in Powdersville.
Stopping Domestic Violence
Law enforcement officials from across South Carolina attended a free seminar Tuesday
Sales Tax Exemptions
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A bill eliminating two-thirds of sales tax exemptions worth $260 million a year is up for debate in a South Carolina House panel.
SC legislators to propose education funding reform
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A bi-partisan group of South Carolina legislators wants to create a uniform education funding system that boosts funding for most students while cutting property taxes for businesses and rental owners.
SC saving $48 million by refinancing public debt
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — State Treasurer Curtis Loftis says South Carolina is refinancing $508 million of public debt, saving taxpayers about $48 million.
SC prosecutor doing domestic violence law training
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson's office is helping people understand the state's laws on domestic violence.
Cops: SC man stabs great-grandmother to death
Lancaster County sheriff's deputies say a man has been arrested and charged with stabbing his great-grandmother to death after an argument over money.
Double Shooting Developments
It's a case that has presented more questions than answers. Richland County sheriff's are calling the killings of two people in the Ascot Subdivision a " tragic incident" and are now looking for a suspect and a motive.
SC budget could direct treasurer to review audits
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis says putting his office in charge of audit findings could save the state money and fix problems before they become a crisis.
Marine Unit Returns to Using Nickname Crusaders
BEAUFORT, S.C. (AP) _ A Marine flying squadron is again using a nickname a former commander thought was politically incorrect. The Beaufort Gazette reports Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 122 at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort is once again the Crusaders.
Update to Irmo Shooting: Sheriff " Aggressive Investigating"
Sheriff Leon Lott says they are being aggressive in the investigation into the double shootings on Tackeria Court in Ascot. Lott says they are gathering forensic evidence and compiling a timeline, once that is complete, he tells ABC Columbia News the findings will be released.
Blood Drive Held in Memory of Former USC Student
Monday, a blood drive was held in memory of former USC student Taylor Cothran. Cothran died after an accidental fall from his fifth-floor dorm room window in October 2007.
Sheriff Affair Lawsuit
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Laurens County's sheriff says he has settled a lawsuit by a woman who claimed she was sexually harassed and forced out of her county job after refusing his request to have a second abortion.
Tax Deadline Not Same for Everyone
Time is winding down for you to get those taxes done. The deadline is Tuesday, April 17; however, that's not the case for everyone.
Officials worry SC-GA lakes face dry summer
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — Officials worry that lakes along the South Carolina-Georgia state line are in for a long, hot summer.
Tires a big part of SC manufacturing renaissance
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — It's not just tires fueling a manufacturing renaissance in South Carolina.
Police: Woman knew man charged in other's death
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Authorities say a woman whose body was found near an abandoned homeless camp in Columbia was in a relationship with a man charged in another death.
Passing Game Shines In USC Spring Game
The Black team scored on the first play from scrimmage and never looked back, as they outscored the Garnet team, 38-24, in the Annual Garnet & Black Spring Game, held in front of 34,513 fans on a perfect Saturday afternoon in Columbia.
SC War Veterans Share Memories, DC Memorial Visit
South Carolina military veterans are sharing memories and war stories after their visit to the World War II memorial in Washington.
Nursery Owner: "You Can't Trust the Weather."
The recent weather pattern has some local green thumbs, puzzled.
Victim Sends Text, "Please Help Me."
The University of South Carolina Police Department is sending an alert to students on campus about an alleged attempted sexual assault.
Retirement Checks
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ South Carolina's retired public workers will soon be required to receive their monthly payments electronically.
Bamberg Fire Death
BAMBERG, S.C. (AP) _ A Bamberg woman has died after a fire destroyed her home. The Bamberg County Coroner's Office says 62-year-old Margie Diane Nelms was found dead in the home early Thursday morning. Bamberg Fire Department officials say the home was engulfed in flames when they arrived.
Body of Missing Woman Identified
Richland County authorities have identified a second body found close to an abandoned homeless camp near Columbia.
