South Carolina looks for money to protect toxic waste dump
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina senators are trying to figure out how much money it will take to keep a toxic waste landfill in Sumter County safe for decades to come.
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Replacing South Carolina's Voting Machines
Columbia, SC (WOLO)- The State Election Commission is looking to replace South Carolina's decade-old touch screen voting machines.
Drivers Enjoy Cheaper Gas
Wednesday morning, drivers passing through Columbia enjoyed tax-free gas at El Cheapo Gas Station.
Elementary School Guard Fired After Student Takes His Gun
ANDERSON, S.C. (AP) _ Anderson School District 5 has fired a security guard after a fifth grader was able to pull the officer's gun out of its holster.
One Injured in Columbia Shooting
Columbia Police are investigating a shooting Wednesday morning near Two Notch Rd.
Senate panel hears more testimony over public records bill
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Senate subcommittee has taken more testimony on a bill that would overhaul South Carolina's open records law.
Update: Black Box Recovered in Train Derailment
Investigators from the National Transportation Safety Board are at the site of an Amtrak crash in Philadelphia today trying to determine the cause of Tuesday night's derailment, responsible for at least six deaths, just as officials said they had recovered the train's black box.
Missing Teens Found in San Diego-Set to return Wednesday
Two Newberry County teens missing for nearly two weeks have been found and are expected to be returned to SC Wednesday.
Medal of Honor Recipient Escorts Veterans to D.C.
A local Medal of Honor recipient is about to make his way back to our nation's capital, but he will have plenty of company.
Developing News: Train derailment in Philadelphia 6 Now Dead
Update: At least six people are now confirmed dead and at least 140 have gone to hospitals following an Amtrak train derailment in Philadelphia. Video Link.
Anti-gas tax group to pay drivers' taxes at gas station
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A group that wants South Carolina lawmakers to reform the Department of Transportation before raising the gas tax or other taxes to pay for roads is staging a protest to help drivers' pocketbooks at a Columbia gas station.
Agency hopes to replace SC voting machines by 2017
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The state Election Commission is inviting county officials and state lawmakers to review potential replacements for South Carolina's decade-old touchscreen voting machines.
Still another SC coastal community opposes offshore drilling
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (AP) — Another coastal community in South Carolina has gone on record against offshore drilling and seismic testing.
Fort Jackson Kicks-Off Retiree Appreciation
It's the start to the annual Retiree Appreciation Days at Fort Jackson.
Teachers and Students Say Thank You
Teachers and second grade students at Lonnie B. Nelson Elementary School in Columbia will get to meet one of the three organizations responsible for last week's DonorsChoose.org South Carolina "Flash Fund."
Cook-Out Held for State Law Enforcement
May 15 is known as National Peace Officers Memorial Day.
Lexington County Honors Law Enforcement
The law enforcement community will gather in Lexington County to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
Department of Public Safety Reminds Drivers to Buckle Up
Officials with the Department of Public Safety are reaching out to drivers later today.
Blue Cross Blue Shield Hosts Resume Writing Workshop
Just in time for the big Midlands job fair coming up in less than a week, Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina will host a resume writing and interview skills workshop.
Low Gas Prices Mean Busy 4th Travel
Low gas prices are contributing to one of the busiest July 4th Holidays in recent years.
