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Tuesday, April 23, 2013  New Mexico slaughterhouse becomes ground zero in emotional debate over horse slaughter

Wednesday, April 17, 2013  USDA makes 2nd attempt with livestock ID system meant to help control spread of animal disease

Friday, April 05, 2013  Good Day Columbia GDC Morning WACH for Friday April 5, 2013

Wednesday, February 27, 2013  The deputy whose life was saved by a bullet proof vest in a shooting Tuesday is out of the hospital and resting, according to Richland County Sheriff's Department officials.

Tuesday, February 12, 2013  Benedict College is scheduled to host a two-day celebration for Black History Month that features workshops for students, a celebration dinner and special guest speakers.

Sunday, February 10, 2013  The South Carolina Army National Guard agricultural team in Afghanistan has built teaching centers and reached out to help more than 300 farmers during its yearlong deployment.

Tuesday, January 15, 2013  An anonymous source says that Armstrong admits to doping during an interview to be broadcast Thursday.

Friday, January 04, 2013  The South Carolina Army National Guard is dedicating a memorial to honor three soldiers killed last year in a bomb attack in Afghanistan.

Monday, December 17, 2012  Fort Jackson National Cemetery packed with people honoring those who serve and those who  have given their lives for our country Saturday.

Thursday, December 06, 2012  The University of South Carolina is planning a celebration to mark the release of a final volume of an anthology describing the contributions of the state's women.

Tuesday, December 04, 2012  Fort Jackson preparing for the worst Tuesday by simulating a shooting on base to help educate emergency responders on how to end a potentially deadly situation.

Monday, December 03, 2012  It is the season of giving, and it's no exception for the workers at La-Z-Boy furniture.

Monday, November 26, 2012  The Lexington Police Department is stepping up enforcement in an effort to prevent collisions and save lives during the holiday season.

Thursday, November 22, 2012  Goodwill Industries is trying to help people recently released from prison get their lives back on track.

Friday, November 16, 2012  The Army is honoring one of its chaplains and six chaplain assistants who died while serving their country.