Continental Tire To Bring 1,700 Jobs To SC
South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley along with Continental Tire Executives and Sumter Council members made a major economic announcement in Sumter County today.
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USC: Decision gives green light to medical school
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The University of South Carolina says it has the OK to open its medical school in Greenville next year.
Companies bringing 100 jobs to Orangeburg County
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — A warehouse company and its trucking affiliate are investing $10 million in Orangeburg and creating 100 jobs within five years.
Steve Jobs Dies
Apple's co-founder loses his battle with pancreatic cancer. Steve Jobs died today at the age of 56. The company says it's lost a "visionary and creative genius."
Drug Bust Nets 400 Pounds of Marijuana
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) _ Spartanburg County deputies have seized nearly 400 pounds of marijuana and arrested two men. Sheriff Chuck Wright said Wednesday his narcotics unit seized 395 pounds of marijuana from two homes in Inman and Boiling Springs, along with a handgun, ammunition and material used to pack illegal drugs. The search followed a month-long investigation.
Bank of America Customers Upset Over Debit Card Fee
Bank of America customers are in an uproar over the new debit card fee.
CPD Chief Randy Scott, One Year Later
At a one-year anniversary celebration for City of Columbia Police Chief, Randy Scott, dozens gathered to applaud his accomplishments and hear his plan for the city's future.
Ex-SC police dispatcher accused of warning dealers
BATESBURG-LEESVILLE, S.C. (AP) — A former police dispatcher in Lexington County has been accused of warning a drug dealer about an investigation.
Haley heads to Aiken to discuss her report cards
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley is heading to Aiken to continue her town hall series talking about how legislators measured up to her agenda and what she wants to accomplish next year.
Gingrich finishes 2-day campaign swing in SC
BLUFFTON, S.C. (AP) — Republican presidential candidate Newt Gingrich is wrapping up a two-day swing through South Carolina with a town hall meeting and screening of his new documentary in Beaufort County.
Haley Holds Town Hall Meeting
It was an hour long chat with the Governor that concerned citizens took advantage of. While Governor Nikki Haley graded state lawmakers on their performance, area citizens were paying attention to hers.
SC ATTORNEY GENERAL SEEKS VOTER DATA DETAILS
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ The South Carolina Attorney General's Office has told the state Election Commission to provide details on voters excluded from an analysis of people lacking state issued identification required by a new law.
Bank of America fee won't hit SC benefits cards
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — People using state-issued debit cards for unemployment benefits won't be socked with higher fees from Bank of America.
SC State releases evaluation of school president
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina State University has released the performance evaluation of university president George Cooper after university officials refused to do so last week.
SC's Fort Jackson gets renovated soldiers' clinic
FORT JACKSON, S.C. (AP) — Soldiers in training at Fort Jackson will be treated in a newly-renovated health clinic with room for about 12,000 soldiers every year.
SC State Releases Evaluation of School President
South Carolina State University has released the performance evaluation of university president George Cooper after university officials refused to do so last week.
Fort Jackson Clinic
FORT JACKSON, S.C. (AP) _ Soldiers in training at Fort Jackson will be treated in a newly-renovated health clinic with room for about 12,000 soldiers every year. Fort Jackson spokeswoman Nichole Riley says Tuesday's ribbon cutting at the McWethy Troop Medical Clinic opens renovated primary care, physical therapy, radiology and lab units.
Domestic Violence Victims Remembered
The 14th Annual Silent Witness Ceremony to honor victims in South Carolina who lost their lives due to domestic violence takes place at the State House with powerful stories of those who lived through it and those who didn't.
Gamecock Nation Reacts To Quarterback Shake-Up
Gamecock nation is reacting to the offense change ahead of Saturday's SEC match up with Kentucky.
Shaw In, Ingram Could Be Out For USC
Connor Shaw's addition to the lineup and the possible subtraction of SEC Defensive Player of the Week Melvin Ingram were the two big topics of Steve Spurrier's weekly press conference previewing the Kentucky game. ABC Columbia's TIm Hill has a recap from Willams-Brice Stadium.
Arming Yourself Against Crime
It's crime prevention month in Richland County, and the Sheriff's Department wants to make sure you have information to keep you and your family from being victimized.
Spurrier Switches To Shaw At QB
Vowing to "shake things up" after last Saturday's tough 16-13 loss, Steve Spurrier didn't waste much time, announcing Connor Shaw will start at quarterback this Saturday against Kentucky. After being one of the SEC's best QBs last year, Stephen Garcia has nine interceptions in his senior season, more than any other QB in the country.
House Fire Death
LANCASTER, S.C. (AP) _ Lancaster County officials are working to identify a man found dead in a burned house. Police Chief Harlean Howard says firefighters and officers were called to a home about 11:30 p.m. Saturday. The house was engulfed in flames with firefighters arrived.
Not A Lot of Good Grades as Gov. Haley Releases Report Cards
Just over half of South Carolina's lawmakers got on the honor roll in Republican South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley's report cards.
Snacking Bandit Hits the Upstate
ANDERSON, S.C. (AP) _ Police are looking for a man who they say robbed three convenience stores in Anderson in five days, buying a snack or a soda before each robbery.
