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Wednesday, March 27, 2013  A review released by the South Carolina General Assembly Legislative Audit Council says voting machines used in South Carolina are not certified by a federal Election Assistance Commission.

Thursday, February 21, 2013  An organization that offers an alternative route to teacher accreditation is holding informational sessions in South Carolina.

Tuesday, January 29, 2013  Veterans can now attend the American College of the Building Arts using their VA educational benefits.

Monday, January 21, 2013  Education officials say cuts in bonuses and financial assistance to pay for the program are reasons why fewer South Carolina teachers are earning a top credential.

Friday, December 07, 2012  Marion County Sheriff Mark Richardson has fired two of his deputies after they tested positive for drugs.

Monday, July 02, 2012  Regulators have chosen two new resident inspectors at a South Carolina nuclear plant where two new reactors will soon be constructed.

Thursday, February 02, 2012  Making sure you get what you pay for sounds like a pretty good idea right?  When it comes to eating organic you have to do your homework to make sure what you're buying is exactly what's advertised.

Wednesday, October 05, 2011  After nearly two years of work, University of South Carolina's Patterson Hall is officially re-opened.  The all-girls residence hall has been a primary living area for female students since the 1960's.

Tuesday, October 05, 2010  Should city leaders be fired for hiring Columbia Interim Police Chief Carl Burke, who was later found to have been without the required weapons certifications since 2007?

Friday, August 27, 2010  A Beaufort High School science teacher has won a national Teacher of the Year award.

Tuesday, August 10, 2010  The 330,000 square foot Bank of America Plaza office building located on Main Street has become the first existing building in South Carolina to be awarded Gold Level LEED certification.

Tuesday, January 26, 2010  South Carolina would stop paying for new teachers to enter a national certification program under an option legislators are considering to save money.

Wednesday, December 16, 2009  Nearly 800 additional teachers in South Carolina this year have earned a prestigious certification that qualifies them for a $7,500 annual bonus.