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

Wednesday, May 22, 2013  Small business owners in Columbia are getting a chance to get some advice and assistance this week.

Wednesday, March 20, 2013  AP-NORC Center survey shows high pessimism among low-wage workers despite job gains

Monday, October 29, 2012  Many congregations are using new technology and social media to reach new followers and get their message across.

Thursday, October 11, 2012  Republican vice presidential candidate Paul Ryan will be in Greenville later this month for a private fundraiser.

Wednesday, October 10, 2012  South Carolina's top commerce official is speaking at a conference about the impact of water on the state's prosperity.

Monday, August 20, 2012  A look at what high schoolers go through as they try to get accepted into their dream schools.

Thursday, July 26, 2012  Nearly 1,500 kids flooded Dutch Square Mall Thursday afternoon for Richland County 101.

Friday, April 20, 2012  Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott is inviting members of his department and the community to join him in a "Relay for Life" to fight cancer.

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.

Thursday, February 23, 2012  Friday will be extra sweet this week with Girl Scout cookies going on sale at various local retailers.

Thursday, February 09, 2012  For years, local leaders, businesses and colleges have worried about a rush of young professionals bolting the streets of Columbia for other Southeastern cities and beyond, seeking what they think are greener pastures.

Tuesday, November 04, 2008  Does Botox hold the secret to opening doors that lead to better opportunities?