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Tuesday, April 02, 2013  According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of  schoolchildren in the United States being diagnosed with autism is steadily climbing.

Monday, January 28, 2013  Tourism leaders from across the state are meeting in Columbia to discuss developments in one of the state's biggest industries.

Thursday, January 24, 2013  Michelin is expanding its presence in South Carolina with a project officials say will create 100 new jobs.

Wednesday, January 02, 2013  A plant to help clean up waste at a former nuclear facility in South Carolina is years past its completion deadline and millions of dollars over budget.

Sunday, December 23, 2012  The South Carolina Highway Patrol reminds drivers they will be on the lookout.

Friday, November 09, 2012  Changing times: Politicians' tears seen more often as winners and losers dare to show emotions

Monday, October 15, 2012  A company that does screen printing and embroidery for promotional products is adding 50 new jobs at its Abbeville County facility.

Monday, August 20, 2012  Teachers may have to pay more in insurance premiums.

Thursday, July 05, 2012  An electronics parts manufacturer says it plans to create more than 250 new jobs with an expansion to its Greenville County facility.

Wednesday, May 16, 2012  City parking meter fines could see an increase.

Friday, May 11, 2012  South Carolina's 8th-graders are improving their science skills.

Monday, April 09, 2012  More than half a dozen inmates at the Lexington County Detention center celebrated their graduation from a job-skills assessment program Monday morning.

Wednesday, March 14, 2012  Equipment maker Caterpillar Inc. plans to spend $20 million to expand one of its South Carolina manufacturing plants to handle growing demand.

Wednesday, February 15, 2012  Drivers are making changes to vacation plans, thanks to increasing gas prices.

Tuesday, November 01, 2011  APNewsbreak: Global warming worsens weather extremes, international climate panel will say