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Monday, May 13, 2013  Tuesday is election day for those who live in Forest Acres.

Wednesday, January 09, 2013  The director of the state Ethics Commission says his agency can't take on additional oversight duties without more money.

Tuesday, January 08, 2013  A new Legislative session kicking off Tuesday at the Statehouse bringing an eager class of freshmen lawmakers to Columbia including Lexington County's newest senator Katrina Shealy.

Thursday, October 18, 2012  Gov. Nikki Haley is creating a commission to work on plans to update South Carolina's ethics laws.

Thursday, October 18, 2012  The South Carolina Conference of Black Mayors is hosting its 24th biennial meeting and community forum in downtown Columbia this week.

Friday, August 24, 2012  The Republican Party is preparing for a do-over primary for the state Senate seat long held by Lt. Gov. Glenn McConnell.

Thursday, July 12, 2012  South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis believes financial documents tied to investment decisions of the state's pension portfolio should be reviewed by more people.

Wednesday, June 27, 2012  South Carolina Republicans are rallying the party faithful as they focus on the upcoming general election. Leaders of the state GOP are holding a unity breakfast on Wednesday in downtown Columbia. The party says elected officials, candidates and GOP leaders are expected to attend.

Friday, October 15, 2010  Do you think elected officials should be allowed to close themselves off from the media?