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PBR Arrives in Columbia

The PBR rodeo will take center stage at Colonial Life Arena, Saturday.

Neighborhood Watch Groups Re-Group After Martin Murder

The murder of 17-year-old Trayvon Martin in Florida prompts preventative measures by neighborhood watch groups here in the Midlands.

Bookkeeper theft

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Federal prosecutors say a 43-year-old Blythewood woman has pleaded guilty to stealing nearly $700,000 from a group of doctors who trusted her to keep their books.

Decker Blvd. to Get $150,000 Facelift

A much needed facelift is headed to Northeast Columbia. Business along Decker Boulevard can apply now for a facade improvement grant to beautify the area.

Charleston delegation in DC to promote bases

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — A delegation from the chamber of commerce in Charleston has visited Washington to promote local military installations as more base closings are expected around the nation.

Richland County man first to die from flu in SC

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Richland County man has become the first person in South Carolina to die from influenza this season.

First SC Flu Death of the Season in Richland Co.

An elderly Richland County man is the first person to die from the flu this season.

Vote to Retool Benedict College

You can help Benedict College get a facelift courtesy of Home Depot.

Barbecue Cook-Off at State Farmers Market

Lady's and gentlemen start your taste buds!

Mega Millions Jackpot Reaches $290 Million

$290 million is up for grabs in tonight's Mega Millions drawing.

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:

Horry County hosting firefighter training

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) — Firefighters are going to camp in Horry County to show how they earned their responsibilities.

Former lawmaker indicted on stalking charge

CONWAY, S.C. (AP) — Former state Rep. Thad Viers has been indicted on stalking and harassment charges.

Major USC Donors Bringing 700 Jobs to the State.

A facility for Nephron Pharmaceuticals is currently under construction in Lexington County. The project is expected to create 700 jobs.

Man accused of SC child abuse arrested at LAX

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A 25-year-old man accused of fondling children in South Carolina has been arrested in Los Angeles after attempting to re-enter the country on a flight from Korea.

3 women raped at gunpoint at Lander University

GREENWOOD, S.C. (AP) — Investigators say two armed men sexually assaulted three female students at a campus apartment complex at Lander University.

Former Marine crossing nation on elliptical bike

PARRIS ISLAND, S.C. (AP) — A 71-year-old former Marine is setting out in an unusual manner to raise money for injured and ill veterans and their families.

USC science fair hosts 600 high school students

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — More than 600 students from nine South Carolina counties are competing at the 56th annual Science and Engineering Fair in Columbia.