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Saturday, May 25, 2013  Some South Carolina seniors can line up for free and healthy food, thanks in part to a state agency.

Thursday, February 07, 2013  State public health chief Catherine Templeton says further restrictions on food stamp purchases might be a way to cut down on the state's obesity problem.

Thursday, January 10, 2013  Restaurant owners across South Carolina are hoping they can draw residents to their tables during the seasonal lull in tourism.

Tuesday, December 04, 2012  A settlement has been reached between a South Carolina Internet company and one of its former employees over the value of Twitter followers.

Thursday, November 15, 2012  WACH Fox is teaming up with Harvest Hope Food Bank for our 14th annual holiday food drive. We’re collecting non-perishable food items as well as money for the food bank. But when all those items are collected, have you ever wondered how Harvest Hope processes them? Good Day Columbia Anchor Fraendy Clervaud has the story.

Wednesday, October 17, 2012  The S.C. Peanut Board shed light on the peanut's growing role in the state with daily cooking demonstrations at the 2012 South Carolina State Fair.

Monday, September 03, 2012  South Carolina Army National Guard soldiers are toting rifles and teaching soil conservation while wearing combat gear in Afghanistan.

Tuesday, July 31, 2012  Small Midwest farmers struggle to fill orders, stay afloat as drought, heat kill vegetables

Wednesday, July 18, 2012  Shoppers can shop online at the market's website in advance, choose the produce they'd like, and then pick up their fresh fruit and vegetables at the market on Wednesday.

Wednesday, July 11, 2012  Farmers' markets are at a high point in popularity throughout the nation, according to the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture.  They also offer food, often at a discount from the price of other retail outlets.

Monday, June 20, 2011  Still-struggling economy, rising food prices, food safety concerns keep gardening boom going

Tuesday, May 31, 2011  The Education Department announced Tuesday that 52 schools each received a $3,000 federal grant that will help pay for seeds, soil, garden tools and other essentials. The schools also will buy fresh produce from local farmers twice a month.

Thursday, May 19, 2011  Azaleas, gardens and Thoroughbred horses are on the calendar for the South Carolina Agricultural Council's spring tour of Aiken

Friday, March 25, 2011  The city now offers public access to a variety of gardens throughout the community.

Friday, March 25, 2011  Japan's leader calls situation 'grave' at nuclear plant where dangerous breach suspected