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USC frats to issue bids 1 week after rush halted

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — At least 11 fraternities at the University of South Carolina can hand out bids to potential new members, a week after college officials halted the rush process because of alcohol violations.

Bachmann: Obama has failed to deal with recession

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Republican presidential candidate Michele Bachmann has criticized President Barack Obama's handling of the recovery from the Great Recession as she brings her campaign back to South Carolina.

Irene prompts tropical storm warning for SC coast

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Six people were rescued from treacherous rip currents Thursday and the National Hurricane Center raised a tropical storm warning for much of the South Carolina coast as Hurricane Irene approached.

CPD Loses K9 Officers, Asks for Community's Help

After one police dog retired a couple of weeks ago, one passed away last week and one prepares to turn in her badge, the Columbia Police Department needs new K9 officers and the community's help.

Huntsman announces SC finance team

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman has unveiled his South Carolina campaign finance team for his Republican presidential bid.

Irene hurts Myrtle Beach weekend hotel occupancy

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) — Researchers at Coastal Carolina University say that weekend hotel occupancy is taking a hit in Myrtle Beach because of Hurricane Irene, even though the storm is forecast to move onshore about 175 miles up the coast in North Carolina.

Being Prepared: Having a storm kit

Even though Hurricane Irene is not poised to move through the Midlands of South Carolina, it is important to make sure you have a Disaster Preparedness Kit so that if disaster strikes, you will be ready.

SC officials warn of water dangers from Irene

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — With a tropical storm watch posted for most of the South Carolina coast, emergency officials are warning boaters to stay off the water and swimmers to stay out of the water.

Coast Guard increases state of alert in SC

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — The Coast Guard has increased its alert level on the South Carolina coast and is advising large vessels to make preparations to leave or to let the agency know they are staying as Hurricane Irene approaches.

Romney won't be at SC forum, Gingrich will be

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney is not coming to U.S. Sen. Jim DeMint's forum for Republican presidential hopefuls on Labor Day, but former House Speaker Newt Gingrich has accepted an invitation.

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