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Tuesday, April 30, 2013  The Food and Drug Administration is closely watching the marketing of caffeinated gums and snacks and wants to know more about their safety.

Tuesday, April 30, 2013  FDA will investigate added caffeine in foods after new caffeinated gum introduced

Wednesday, March 06, 2013  The Clemson University community is getting an education on food systems.

Thursday, February 21, 2013  South Carolina officials hope restricting what people can buy with food stamps will cut down on obesity.

Thursday, February 21, 2013  Gov. Nikki Haley and the chiefs of the state's health and social services agencies are discussing how to combat obesity in South Carolina.

Tuesday, February 19, 2013  People living in the Southeastern United States have a higher risk of stroke than those in other parts of the country, according to researchers.

Wednesday, February 13, 2013  The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Columbia received much needed donations Wednesday morning.

Monday, February 11, 2013  A tip from Crimestoppers lead to the arrest of a man wanted for attempted murder.

Thursday, December 06, 2012  Local companies join together to feed those in need.

Tuesday, December 04, 2012  State officials want "Certified S.C. Grown" products featured on tables throughout the state this holiday season.

Sunday, November 18, 2012  The 2012 Fall Fest is happening on Sunday.

Sunday, October 21, 2012  Whole Foods Market on Garner's Ferry Road opened it's doors Sunday for a sneak peek to many eager customers before their official grand opening this Thursday.

Wednesday, October 17, 2012  The S.C. Peanut Board shed light on the peanut's growing role in the state with daily cooking demonstrations at the 2012 South Carolina State Fair.

Wednesday, July 11, 2012  Farmers' markets are at a high point in popularity throughout the nation, according to the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture.  They also offer food, often at a discount from the price of other retail outlets.

Thursday, May 31, 2012  A New Jersey family is suing a South Carolina pet food plant, saying their infant was sickened by salmonella from food at the plant.