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Monday, February 04, 2013  The mixed-race daughter of the late U.S. Sen. Strom Thurmond who kept her parentage secret for more than 70 years to avoid damaging his political career has died. Essie Mae Washington-Williams was 87.

Tuesday, December 25, 2012  As many across the world are unwrapping gifts this Christmas Day, Christians are using the day to celebrate and remember the birth of Jesus Christ. Our Fraendy Clervaud talked to a Midlands pastor and a local historian about the history of Christmas and the birth of Christ.

Monday, February 27, 2012  C.A. Johnson High School is getting a new program that helps students successfully prepare for a career in healthcare.

Tuesday, November 08, 2011  A former Columbia city councilman is back home after serving nine months in federal prison for tax evasion.

Thursday, March 25, 2010  I.S. Leevy Johnson believes a key to promoting postive cultural growth involves those with a positive message adopting a louder voice.