Education board hopes to resolve dispute with Zais
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Board of Education says it will try to resolve a dispute with Superintendent Mick Zais before Christmas.
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SC State students receiving military commissions
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — Members of the Bulldog Battalion at South Carolina State University are being commissioned during a formal ceremony.
Man Struck, Killed by Train near Columbia Zoo
Authorities say a man was killed after he was struck by a train near the zoo in Columbia.
Gov. Haley's staff testifying on dredging permit
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Two members of Gov. Nikki Haley's staff have told senators her office did not pressure board members of the state's environmental agency to approve a permit allowing Georgia to expand the Savannah port.
'Battling' Online to Win Apple iPad
In addition to the traditional Salvation Army red kettle bell ringers out and about, there is a new, high-tech way to give online, which could make you a big winner.
2 Shot and Killed at Virginia Tech
Breaking News: Virginia Tech: Police officer, one other, shot and killed on campus.
80,000 Toys Delivered to Fort Jackson
Five hundred families at Fort Jackson got an early Christmas present, Wednesday. Operation Homefront of South Carolina and Dollar Tree partnered together to bring 80,000 toys to 500 families at Fort Jackson.
Clemson students raising alcohol awareness
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Some students at Clemson University are attempting to raise awareness about alcohol use.
SRS workers holding drive for Toys for Tots
AIKEN, S.C. (AP) — Employees at a former nuclear weapons site near Aiken are collecting toys for children this holiday season.
Activists call for unemployment benefit extension
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Activists in South Carolina are hoping to draw attention to the issue of unemployment insurance.
Denmark woman charged with stealing veteran's cash
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) -- A Denmark woman has been charged with using money she was managing for a veteran to buy things for herself, including a luxury vehicle.
SC Man Gets 30 Years for Killing Grandmother
RIDGELAND, S.C. (AP) _ A 33-year-old man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison in the stabbing death of his child's grandmother. Prosecutors said that Jasper County jurors found Antonio Scott guilty Wednesday of one count of murder in Cynthia Nelson's death.
USS Yorktown marks Pearl Harbor 70th
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (AP) — More than 400 people gathered on the hanger deck of the aircraft carrier USS Yorktown on Charleston Harbor to mark the 70th anniversary the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor that plunged the United States into World War II.
Moody's restores SC's AAA credit outlook to stable
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Moody's Investors Service has restored South Carolina's stable outlook on its top-notch AAA credit rating.
Mother's body found near car, baby strapped inside
ANDERSON, S.C. (AP) — Authorities say they have arrested a teen and charged him in the death of a 42-year-old woman whose body was found near a car in Anderson with her 7-month-old son still strapped in his car seat.
Small Earthquake Reported near Charleston
Scientists report a small earthquake has shaken areas near Charleston
Suspects in 5Pts. Beating Released
A court hearing Wednesday is bittersweet for the family of beating victim, Carter Strange, as some of those accused of his assault go home.
USC forecast: Economy still fragile, but more jobs
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina economists say the state's economy is going to remain fragile through the coming year but employment is expected to inch upward 2 percent.
USC researchers give 2012 economic predictions
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — University of South Carolina researchers are giving their 2012 economic predictions for the state and nation.
AT&T offering tour of SC wireless switch center
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — AT&T is offering a tour of the building that helps facilitate most of its wireless communications in South Carolina.
City Tackles Water Quality
City officials are holding a series of public hearings to discuss changes to proposed ordinances. The changes could help improve the quality of the water you drink everyday.
Greenville Deputies Release Shooting Victim's Name
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ Greenville County authorities have released the name of a woman shot to death at her home. Deputy Coroner Kent Dill says 53-year-old Yolanda Kim Thurston was found in a bedroom of her home early Monday morning. Dill says he thinks Thurston was found several hours after she was shot.
Legislator Introduces Bill to Reduce SC Gas Tax
A Democratic state legislator wants South Carolina to reduce its gas tax by 10 percent.
Football Game Stabbing
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say two men have been arrested for an assault and stabbing before the Clemson-South Carolina football game.
'Stinky Situation' for Local Animal Shelter
A septic problem poses a different problem for officials at Pets Incoporated in West Columbia, but you may be able to help.
