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Thursday, May 23, 2013  Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott says he has fired one of his deputies after he demanded a woman expose herself, then told him he would help her reduce her criminal charges.

Thursday, March 21, 2013  Authorities say they found a bag of marijuana on a man as they searched him in court not long after he pleaded guilty to simple possession of marijuana.

Wednesday, February 27, 2013  From caring for the heart, to caring for the colon; March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

Thursday, January 17, 2013  The National Weather Service is looking at the idea that less is more when it comes to jargon.

Monday, December 10, 2012  Authorities investigating the shooting death of a Clemson University student at his off-campus home in a gated community have charged one of his roommates with simple possession of marijuana.

Friday, November 30, 2012  For those hoping to brighten the spirit of an American hero this holiday season, the Red Cross says they deadline to send greetings through "Holiday Mail for Heroes" is just one week away.

Monday, August 13, 2012  A man accused of reaching into a Family Dollar store register, stealing money and assaulting the store clerk has been arrested.

Thursday, August 09, 2012  A store clerk faught back against a person taking money from the store register two weeks ago. Authorities are hoping the community can help them identify the suspect.

Thursday, March 22, 2012  Authorities say a University of South Carolina student blamed being late for class as the reason she wouldn't get out of her car when stopped by police.

Wednesday, June 22, 2011  Supper clubs have become popular throughout South Carolina, and one lucky group could win the chance to have a meal prepared by one of the state's most famous cooking duos.

Monday, March 07, 2011  Former Arkansas governor and FOX News host Mike Huckabee made a stop in the Midlands Monday.  Huckabee, a presumed presidential hopeful visited the Books-A-Million in the Village at Sandhill to sign his new book "A Simple Government."