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

Wednesday, February 06, 2013  A soggy pattern is headed for the Midlands.

Monday, January 14, 2013  The record high temperatures are not ideal for the atmosphere.

Wednesday, January 02, 2013  The weather numbers are in for 2012 at Columbia Metropolitan Airport.

Thursday, November 01, 2012  October was near normal in Columbia when it comes to the weather.

Thursday, June 07, 2012  Recent rains and moisture from Tropical Storm Beryl have helped to ease the drought in South Carolina.

Wednesday, April 25, 2012  Another county in South Carolina is now designated as being in a severe drought.

Thursday, April 05, 2012  There is a chance for severe weather throughout the Southeast Thursday afternoon.

Friday, December 09, 2011  Lake Hartwell has seen its best gains in water level since spring over the past two weeks.

Thursday, September 22, 2011  Lakes Marion and Moultrie are drying up in South Carolina hot summer. Officials say the water levels has dropped more than one foot in the past two weeks.

Monday, August 08, 2011  Drought-stricken lakes and rivers will impact wildlife habitats in Texas for years to come

Monday, March 02, 2009  Rainfall could wreak havoc for lake residents.

Monday, November 10, 2008  Experts say if there is no meaningful rainfall soon, Hartwell Lake could fall below the only functioning intake for the Anderson water district by as early as next fall.