Strong winds expected across much of SC
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Strong winds are expected across much of South Carolina.
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SC couple finds Confederate marker on land
SPRINGFIELD, S.C. (AP) — There's a bit of an historical mystery in the Orangeburg County town of Springfield.
Bill would require SC shops to open restrooms
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A bill requiring every shop in South Carolina to open their restrooms to the public is up for debate by a House panel.
Hurricane Center chief predicts longer forecasts
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — The director of the National Hurricane Center expects the agency soon will be able to project storm positions a week ahead of time.
Bill would create SC Day of Prayer
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina senators will consider creating a State Day of Prayer to coincide with the national one.
Fort Jackson hosting job fair for military
FORT JACKSON, S.C. (AP) — The Army's largest training post is playing host to a job fair designed to connect employers with members of the local military community.
Leveraging Literacy
The Salvation Army has been a part of the community for years. Now they're getting ready to open their doors for a new program that will encourage children to open a book.
Bill Would Require SC Shops to Open Restrooms
A bill requiring every shop in South Carolina to open their restrooms to the public is up for debate by a House panel.
South Carolina Associated Press 2011 broadcast contest winners.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Winners of the 2011 South Carolina Associated Press Broadcasters Contest to be honored March 31:
Rain helps SC's parched northeastern coast
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) — The almost 3 inches of rain that fell over the weekend in South Carolina's dry northeastern corner has helped but the area remains about 2 inches below normal rainfall for the year.
Bill Would Create SC Day of Prayer
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ South Carolina senators will consider creating a State Day of Prayer to coincide with the national one. A bill designating the first Thursday in May is up for debate this week by the Senate Judiciary Committee.
Police Chief Defends Decision to Fire Officers
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Columbia Police Chief Randy Scott fired one top investigation official and accepted the retirement of another, after it was revealed it took officers 10 days to find the body of missing, high-profile lobbyist and CEO, Tom Sponseller, who reportedly killed himself in the parking garage of his office building and left a suicide note in his desk.
Lee County magistrate charged with DUI
BISHOPVILLE, S.C. (AP) — A Lee County magistrate has been charged with drunken driving following a weekend wreck.
Team finds body of missing SC boater
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Charleston County authorities say they have recovered the body of a missing boater in the Stono River.
Tornado Drills, Tried and True Method
Midlands schools join others statewide for Severe Weather Awareness Week to be reminded of and prepare for severe storms, tornadoes and flash floods, which are significant hazards in South Carolina.
Mount Pleasant police major charged with DUI
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (AP) — The second-ranking police officer in Mount Pleasant has been charged with driving under the influence after wrecking his personal vehicle.
Clemson hosting program on minority education
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Leaders in higher education are coming to Clemson University to discuss achievement for minority students.
Man dies while installing industrial tire in Ala.
DECATUR, Ala. (AP) — Authorities say a man is dead after the industrial tire he was installing at a Decatur service center exploded.
SC House GOP to propose tax reform package
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — House Republicans are introducing a package of bills that would eliminate most sales tax exemptions, streamline individual income taxes, and cut business taxes in South Carolina.
SC law hides hefty pension payments from public
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — More than 170 people get pensions over $100,000 in South Carolina. But a state law prevents citizens from knowing who is living well off taxpayer money in their retirement.
