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Tuesday, June 18, 2013  A state audit of South Carolina First Steps says lawmakers need to define "school readiness" and implement pre-school testing to better determine which children most need help and how to boost chances for success.

Saturday, June 15, 2013  Lawmakers hope to give South Carolina a boost in the next round of base closures with measures to help military families adjust when they move from another state and make the transition to civilian life.

Friday, June 14, 2013  The University of South Carolina is marking the renovation of Booker T. Washington High School, once the largest public high school for blacks in the state.

Friday, June 07, 2013  A local business is helping teach some life lessons ofits own while raising money in the fight against cancer this weekend.

Thursday, June 06, 2013  The University of South Carolina is hosting a four-day retreat for musicians designed to help them financially and professionally.

Wednesday, June 05, 2013  The first ever Dressed to the CaNines event was a "howling" good time for a good cause Wednesday at Tapp's Arts Center.

Saturday, June 01, 2013  Now that the 2013 hurricane season has officially begun, we want to make sure your supply closet is stocked with the basics as well as the latest gear to keep your family safe and comfortable.

Friday, May 17, 2013  Shaw Third Army leaders officially opened the Third Army Nursing Center; also known as TANC.

Monday, May 13, 2013  Authorities say a 34-year-old man committed suicide by jumping from a parking garage in Greenville.

Thursday, May 09, 2013  Women held captive in Ohio endured lonely, dark lives; kidnap suspect due in court Thursday

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  Three brothers are in custody after a frantic 911 call led police to a run-down house, where authorities say three women missing for about a decade were held captive.

Tuesday, May 07, 2013  Sistercare took time to honor women who have survived domestic violence on Tuesday.

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

Wednesday, April 24, 2013  A South Carolina Senate panel has advanced a bill aimed at boosting students' chances for success by ensuring they can read by fourth grade.

Tuesday, April 23, 2013  Experts say Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is a "disability that doesn't go away" and comes with a range of symptoms.