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Local Living: Newberry County Sheriff's Office hosting "Operation Santa Claus"

Local Living: A look at events for the holiday season

SC Highway Patrol offers safety tips for Thanksgiving travelers

While plenty of folks will fly to their Thanksgiving destination, even more will drive. AAA reports nearly 55 million Americans will share the roads for the holiday weekend.

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Police: Man who escaped custody while handcuffed arrested in North Carolina

The Forest Acres Police Department says the man who escaped police custody while handcuffed has been arrested.

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Watch The 77th Annual Novant Health Thanksgiving Parade On Bahakel Entertainment

Watch the 77th Annual Novant Health Thanksgiving Parade on Bahakel Entertainment.

Traffic Alert: Traffic slowly moving after multi-vehicle accident on I-26 East

The Newberry County Sheriff's Office has announced that traffic has been cleared but is moving slowly.

Orangeburg County sheriff warning of jury duty scam

Orangeburg County Sheriff Leroy Ravenell has announced that scammers are back and asking for increased amounts a potential victim would pay.

Oliver Gospel hosting annual Thanksgiving feast for the homeless

The Oliver Gospel Mission is hosting its annual Thanksgiving feast for the homeless.

City of Columbia offering complimentary parking over Thanksgiving holiday weekend

The City of Columbia Parking Services is offering complimentary parking over the Thanksgiving holiday.

Midlands man charged with financial identity fraud for allegedly obtaining multiple SC driver's licenses

A Midlands man is being charged, accused of using false information multiple times at the DMV to get a driver's license.

Tips to avoid seasonal stress

(CNN) --- The holidays can be a source of joy, but that is not the case for everyone. For some, the season can bring it's share of emotions and can also be overwhelming. Ivan…

Vets investigate mysterious respiratory illness making dogs sick

Veterinary laboratories in several states are investigating an unusual respiratory illness in dogs, and encouraging people to take basic precautions to keep their pets healthy as veterinarians try to pin down what’s making the animals sick.

Local Living: Richland County EMS accepting donations for 'Stuff an Ambulance'

Local Living: Help stuff an ambulance

7th Annual Bountiful Harvest provides community with Thanksgiving essentials

"This has always been an event that's been open to anyone. We have folks that drive as far away as Orangeburg, Saluda, and other areas. Year-to-year we know that around 20 different zip codes are part of this event," says Sgt. Cameron Mortenson with the Lexington PD.

SC attorney general announces indictments related to inmates with cellphones in South Carolina prisons

Attorney General Alan Wilson announced new state grand jury indictments in connection with inmates using contraband and other charges.

Tips from AAA for drivers in preparing to travel before Thanksgiving

If you're driving for the holiday AAA expects to help 360 thousand stranded motorists nationwide.

Pet of the Week: Amity & Albany

Amity & Albany are a special bonded pair. Albany suffered an eye condition that left him blind, and his sister Amity is his seeing eye cat! How sweet! Adopt them from Pawmetto Lifeline.

Sumter Police: Man arrested in connection with armed robberies

A Sumter man was arrested in connection with two recent armed robberies, say the Sumter Police Department.

USC celebrates rivalry week with annual ' Tiger Burn'

Students at USC's campus gathered for the annual Tiger Burn pep-rally- ahead of this weekend's match up between the Gamecocks and Tigers.

Gaston man accused of Attempted Murder is arrested

Lexington County deputies arrest man accused of Attempted Murder after a November 16th shooting incident

Salvation Army of the Midlands holds annual Christmas Kick-off at the State House

"We know in the Midlands that every time that bell rings, a mom sleeps a little bit easier because she knows her kids are going to eat dinner tonight. We know that every time that bell rings, a dad has hope and sleeps a little bit easier tonight because he knows his kids and his family are gonna have a roof over their heads," Craddock says.