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

Thursday, April 25, 2013  The Sparkleberry Country Fair kicks off this Saturday, and officials started the celebration with a tree planting ceremony.

Monday, April 08, 2013 

Tuesday, March 26, 2013  Clemson University and the University of Georgia are hosting a conference on conflicts between humans and wildlife.

Wednesday, March 06, 2013  The DNA of an unnamed African-American man from South Carolina has added an "extremely ancient root" to the human tree.

Wednesday, March 06, 2013  South Carolina Adjutant General Robert Livingston is to receive a South Carolina state flag that was part of an expedition to the South Pole commemorating its discovery.

Thursday, February 14, 2013  The University of South Carolina-Upstate is hosting discussions on what humans can learn from the way we treat animals.

Friday, October 26, 2012  Feds claim alleged plot by New York City police officer to cannibalize women was no fantasy

Monday, July 30, 2012  Three men in the Midlands have been diagnosed with West Nile Virus, according to the Department of Health and Environmental Control.

Monday, May 28, 2012  In the trees and grasses of the South, there are a growing number of ticks that at best are an itchy nuisance and at worst can carry debilitating diseases.

Sunday, January 29, 2012  The Orangeburg County Sheriff's office says human remains were discovered Saturday morning in a wooded area off Five Chop road in Orangeburg.

Friday, May 27, 2011  It's calving season for moose, and these wild animals can become very aggressive in protecting their young