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Could Warmer Temps Threaten Local Crops?

South Carolina Agriculture Commissioner Hugh Weathers is closely monitoring unseasonably warm temperatures' possible impact on crops, so you don't end up paying more at the grocery store.

SC Group goes to Court over Inmate Mental Health

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - An advocacy group that has sued South Carolina's prisons agency over the care of mentally ill inmates is getting its day in court. Circuit Court Judge Michael Baxley on Monday is expected to begin hearing arguments in the case. The lawsuit accuses the Corrections Department of violating the constitutional rights of inmates suffering from mental illness. Protection and Advocacy for People with Disabilities sued the agency in 2005, saying mentally ill inmates were being subjected to cruel and unusual punishment by being severely punished for disciplinary infractions. The group also said the inmates were not being given enough access to psychiatric care. The advocacy group says as many as 4,400 of the state's inmates are mentally ill. Prison officials deny claims that mentally ill inmates' rights are being violated but acknowledge their agency needs more money.

SC's diverse union workers don't like bashing

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — When the power goes out in South Carolina, a union member usually repairs that line. When someone sends a letter or a package, the mail carrier or UPS driver is likely a union member.

Groups sue over Savannah River deepening project

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — The Army Corps of Engineers says it has not seen a lawsuit brought by three conservation groups over a $600 million project to deepen the Savannah River shipping channel.

Cop impersonator steals money after cuffing driver

CHESNEE, S.C. (AP) — Cherokee County deputies say a man posing as a police officer pulled over an elderly man near Chesnee, then handcuffed him to his steering wheel while rummaging through his glove compartment and stealing money.

A look at South Carolina's many license plates

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A new South Carolina license plate advocating equality for gay residents will be available Monday at Department of Motor Vehicles offices statewide. A look at the state's many license plates.

A Look at South Carolina's Many License Plates

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A new South Carolina license plate advocating equality for gay residents will be available Monday at Department of Motor Vehicles offices statewide. A look at the state's many license plates.

Is Black History Month Still Relevant?

In its 36th year of observance in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom, Black History Month is underway. But, is it relevant or even necessary in 2012?

SC State Considers Budget Cuts

ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) _ South Carolina State University is considering budget cuts to make up for an estimated shortfall of almost $4 million.

SC tourism targets SEC, ACC fans

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Consider them South Carolina's newest tourist attractions - linebackers in Carolina garnet and wide receivers in Clemson orange.

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