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Saturday, June 15, 2013  Lawmakers hope to give South Carolina a boost in the next round of base closures with measures to help military families adjust when they move from another state and make the transition to civilian life.

Friday, May 03, 2013  A ceremony Friday recognized the police officers who make sure large vehicles and drivers around them are safe and legal.

Thursday, May 02, 2013  The Historic Columbia Foundation hosted their annual Historic Preservation Awards at City Art in the Vista.

Wednesday, May 01, 2013  U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson is offering veterans another opportunity to get some helpful information on jobs and benefits.

Saturday, April 27, 2013  The 2nd ever Championship Barbecue Challenge Car and Bike Show was held at the Carolina Ale House in Irmo.

Thursday, April 25, 2013  A creative team from the New York advertising office Anomaly is coming to the University of South Carolina to receive the Cocky Award for the best Super Bowl commercial of 2013.

Wednesday, April 17, 2013  Animal advocates from throughout the state gathered in Columbia Wednesday to lobby for animal protection legislation.

Wednesday, April 10, 2013  The Richland County Sheriff's Dept. held an awards ceremony Wednesday. Sheriff Leon Lott recognized the roles his deputies have played in preserving public safety.

Friday, April 05, 2013  Students from colleges throughout the Southeast tested whether their concrete boats would sink or swim Friday at the American Society of Civil Engineers' Regional Conference on Lake Murray.

Wednesday, April 03, 2013  Law enforcement officers from around the state were honored Wednesday for their work cracking down on drunk driving.

Thursday, March 28, 2013  Imagine putting on a pair of special glasses and being able to see your friends in a crowded room from far away, even with their backs turned.

Tuesday, March 26, 2013  As beaches across the country get ready for college kids to take holiday vacation, this movie came out just in time to remind the rest of us to head for the hills. There are few things in life more annoying than a loud crowd of college drunkards. The movie Spring Breakers turned out to be one of those things.

Monday, March 25, 2013  Richland Northeast High School becomes the recipient of the 2013 Dick and Tunky Riley Award for School Improvement and Council Excellence.

Friday, March 22, 2013  People with a skill at their grill have a chance to show off.

Tuesday, March 19, 2013  A popular restaurant in Columbia has closed its doors for good.