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Monday, May 20, 2013  Lexington County Senator Katrina Shealy hosted a luncheon Monday for seven of South Carolina's soliders who gave their lives while serving our country.

Friday, May 10, 2013  A New York collector and seller of historic maps and natural history art work is donating $30 million worth of materials to the University of South Carolina.

Tuesday, May 07, 2013  A Chapin High School teacher removed from the classroom when he stomped on an American flag while discussing freedom is being paid $85,000 to avoid a legal challenge.

Wednesday, May 01, 2013  A marine scientist renowned among students for learning their names and making science approachable has been named as the University of South Carolina's professor of the year.

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

Thursday, April 25, 2013  A church-related group is interested in buying the old Freestyle Music Park, a theme park in Myrtle Beach that has not opened for the past three years.

Wednesday, April 24, 2013  Two University of South Carolina students are helping bring Gamecock nation with a new social media app.

Wednesday, April 17, 2013  Missing teen mother throws out first pitch at Ridgeview High School Senior day.

Monday, April 15, 2013  Columbia police are offering women a free chance to learn some valuable self-defense skills.

Friday, April 12, 2013  The tax deadline is upon us and while many are scrambling to get their taxes done, some have already received or have plans for their tax refund.

Thursday, April 11, 2013  Kearston and Kendall Gonzales are two sisters who have been tapping their toes to the sounds of classical music since they were toddlers.

Wednesday, April 10, 2013  Bleak future for typing: Time-honored skill becoming less necessary, raising fears in schools

Wednesday, April 03, 2013  As the University of South Carolina continues to expand, campus housing officials say they are grappling with how to provide enough rooms not only to an increasing number of freshmen, but also to more upperclassmen who want to stay on campus.

Thursday, March 28, 2013  The Federal Aviation Administration is keeping three of South Carolina's smaller airport towers open until early May.

Wednesday, March 27, 2013  Beaufort County officials are worried about the closure of the Hilton Head Island Airport tower before this year's RBC Heritage golf tournament next month.