Heat advisories again in eastern SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Still another hot day is in store for parts of central South Carolina and all of the coast.
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August 1: National Night Out
Law enforcement officers across the Midlands will reach out to the community during the first week of August. August 1 is National Night Out, an annual event where neighborhoods across the Midlands and across the country host events where local law enforcement can meet members of the community.
Fewer SC students meet US education goals
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The percentage of South Carolina elementary and middle schools meeting federal education goals took a nosedive this year despite improving test scores.
Haley's legislative report cards incomplete
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Those report cards that South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley promised to use to grade legislators get an incomplete score for now.
SC Dems hit gov for saying she's white on voter ID
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina Democrats are accusing the state's first minority governor of using her heritage for political convenience after unearthing a 2001 voter registration application on which she lists herself as white.
Cops: Teen used nude pics to force girls into sex
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Richland County deputies say they have arrested an 18-year-old man who obtained nude pictures of teen girls, then used the photos to coerce them into doing sexual favors.
$1M Lottery Prize Unclaimed
The latest Powerball Jackpot winner has yet to appear to claim $1M prize.
Print media group announces expansion
One Greenville County facility is making the job hunt a little easier.
Red Cross seeks more blood donors for NC, SC
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — An official with the Carolinas region of the American Red Cross says blood supplies remain at seriously low levels even after hundreds of residents responded to a national appeal for blood donors.
SCDOT wants technology at I-26/I-95 junction
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Department of Transportation wants to hear what the public thinks about a project to bring technology to the Interstate 26 interchange with Interstate 95.
Haley tells Moody's SC aims for stable finances
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's financial leaders are updating Moody's Investor Service on the state's financial health as the rating agency considers whether the national debt crisis should cause the state to lose its top credit rating.
SC man gets 43 years for beating death on a dare
FLORENCE, S.C. (AP) — A 20-year-old man has been sentenced to 43 years in prison after admitting he beat a man to death in Timmonsville after a friend dared him to attack the victim.
New Happy Meals a Hit Locally
An announcement from McDonald's USA that the company will include fruit in every Happy Meal gets positive response from customers.
South Carolina Credit Ranking In Jeopardy
South Carolina's credit ranking could be downgraded. South Carolina met with Moody's Investor Service on Wednesday, to essentially plead to keep the state's Triple A, top score.
New college graduate wins SC House primary runoff
POWDERSVILLE, S.C. (AP) — A new college graduate has won the Republican nomination for a South Carolina House seat.
Repairs planned for deadly stretch of I-26 in SC
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Despite a crackdown on speeders and distracted drivers, part of Interstate 26 northwest of Charleston remains one of the state's most deadly highways.
Regional airline plans Columbia maintenance hub
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A regional airline that flies planes for US Airways and performs ground handling services for United Airlines plans to open an aircraft maintenance facility at the Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
Santorum picks up SC endorsement for 2012 GOP bid
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — White House hopeful Rick Santorum has picked up the endorsement of former candidate for South Carolina lieutenant governor.
Aiken woman gets 3 years for defrauding woman
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — An Aiken woman has been sentenced to nearly three years for defrauding an elderly woman.
Burning ban, red flag alert lifted in SC for rain
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Forestry Commission has lifted a burning ban for Horry, Georgetown and Marion counties and a red flag fire alert for the rest of the state.
Saluda River artifacts going on display
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Fans of the Saluda River now have a new place to learn about the area's Native American history.
WWII Bombs Discovered in Neighborhood
Residents who live in The Summit in Northeast Richland County are breathing a sigh of relief, after authorities discover two bombs and destroy them.
Lexington County Deputies Roll Up Sleeves For Community
The American Red Cross has declared a nationwide, critical need for all blood types. Tuesday, the Lexington County Sheriff's Office rolled up their sleeves to help.
Lt Gov Ard: He won't quit amid grand jury probe
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina Lt. Gov. Ken Ard says he will not resign as a grand jury investigation of ethics charges against him begins.
SC lawmakers debate US House redistricting
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina House members quickly adopted a plan for drawing U.S. House district lines but debate was continuing on alternative proposals.
