Latest local news, weather and high school sports from the Midlands

Friday, April 19, 2013  A cold front that brought severe weather to the middle of the country is moving into South Carolina.

Friday, March 08, 2013  As we wrap up Severe Weather Awareness Week, we want to make sure you are all set up to stay connected. In sudden severe weather, such as a tornado or flash flood, your best defence is being informed and having a plan in place for your family.

Friday, February 22, 2013  Haile Gold Mine was purchased by Romarko Minerals in 2007 after being shut down since the 1990s. As Romarko plans to reopen it on the largest scale yet, many in Kershaw are hoping this is just the beginning of new growth for a struggling community.

Wednesday, February 20, 2013  All in the name of research.

Wednesday, January 30, 2013  A strong line of storms passed through the Midlands Wednesday.

Tuesday, January 08, 2013  Go ahead and cancel that tropical vacation you've been dreaming about, and skip the snacks at the theater concession stand. You wont be interested in either as you sit through The Impossible.

Wednesday, December 26, 2012  An enormous storm system that dumped snow and sleet on the nation's midsection and unleashed damaging tornadoes around the Deep South began punching its way toward the Northeast on Wednesday, slowing holiday travel.

Saturday, December 01, 2012  Where is Amir Jennings? It is a question the Midlands community has been asking for more than one year, and police are continuing to search for the missing toddler.

Monday, November 19, 2012  In historic visit, Obama tells Myanmar US will befriend any nation that respects human rights

Wednesday, July 11, 2012  The triple digit heat may be gone, but the severe weather threat has increased.

Tuesday, July 10, 2012  A Hartsville man has been charged with illegal conduct toward a child after a 5-year-old girl shot herself to death last month.

Monday, July 02, 2012  Thousands of people in the Midlands are without power after severe storms hit the area Sunday.

Wednesday, May 16, 2012  A historic mine in Lancaster County is being revived by a new search for gold.

Friday, March 02, 2012  A tornado watch is in effect until 11 p.m. in the Greenville-Spartanburg area, according to the National Weather Service.

Friday, February 24, 2012  The National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning until 2 p.m. and a tornado watch until 4 p.m. for several Midlands counties.