Latest local news, weather and high school sports from the Midlands

Monday, January 28, 2013  Tourism leaders from across the state are meeting in Columbia to discuss developments in one of the state's biggest industries.

Wednesday, October 31, 2012  People are giving out more than candy this Halloween. Many in the Midlands are rolling up their sleeves to give the gift of life.

Friday, October 05, 2012  Everyone knows about Myrtle Beach, Charleston and Hilton Head Island as popular tourism destinations.

Monday, September 03, 2012  Tourists have continued to come to South Carolina's Grand Strand, but they're not spending as much money there as they used to.

Monday, August 20, 2012  South Carolina tourism leaders hope the state's $15 billion industry gets a boost from next month's Democratic National Convention in nearby Charlotte.

Wednesday, July 25, 2012  Riverbanks Zoo and Garden has announced their decision to put up a fence blocking public access to the Saluda River.

Wednesday, July 25, 2012  The sharks, stingrays and fish at Ripley's Aquarium in Myrtle Beach have welcomed their 15 millionth visitor.

Wednesday, July 11, 2012  Riverbanks Zoo and Garden in Columbia has set an attendance record with more than 1 million visitors.

Monday, January 30, 2012  Want to get a giraffe's eye view of the trees above? The Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens is opening a ropes challenge course that will help you with just that.

Saturday, February 07, 2009  If you're thinking about heading to the coast this weekend, you may want to surf the South Carolina Department of Parks Recreation and Tourism's new Web site.