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

Tuesday, December 18, 2012  The holiday season is known as a time for giving, and one neighborhood community did just that. They surprised two senior citizens and their families, making sure their Christmas lights keep shining bright.

Monday, July 09, 2012  When James Kirk  became discontented with his career as a successful I.T. professional in Seattle, he did the unthinkable in the midst of an economic recession and moved across the country to start his own business.

Saturday, May 12, 2012  A disabled dog is fighting for his life in the Midlands.

Friday, April 17, 2009  One tiny creepy crawler can bring south carolina's 17 billion dollar forestry industry to its knees.

Thursday, February 26, 2009  A bill requiring voters to show photo identification at the polling place has received key approval.

Wednesday, February 25, 2009  The Lexington County Sheriff's Department at 7 p.m. on Thursday, February 26 will honor the Hallmark Crime Watch for placing first in a "Spirit of Giving" challenge to collect toys and non-perishable food items during the 2008 Sheriff's Department Holiday Food and Toy Drive for families that were in need of assistance

Wednesday, February 18, 2009  City of Columbia Police Chief, Tandy Carter announced today who will be named as the Officer of the Year.

Friday, February 13, 2009  A school bus accident sent several students to the hospital for treatment. The wreck happened on garners ferry road near benson drive around 3:00 o'clock. State troopers say the bus was stopped when a Chevy Tahoe slammed into its rear end. 42 students were on board. Emergency crews took nine of them to the hospital along with the bus and SUV driver. Investigators say everyone involved is in good condition. Highway patrol says Meocia Coleman was driving the SUV. She's charged with driving too fast for conditions.

Thursday, February 12, 2009  The Thomas Company and Laura's Tea Room offers "anything but the ordinary" gifts and high tea.

Wednesday, February 04, 2009  Two SC athletes are leaving for the 2009 Winter Games. They just want you to come out and wish them good luck and show support on Thursday.

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Thursday, January 08, 2009  If you made a New Years resolution to get healthy, the American Heart Association suggests lacing up a pair of sneakers and taking a walk.

Tuesday, December 30, 2008  Clemson beat South Carolina for the fifth straight time on the basketball court.

Tuesday, December 30, 2008  With the new year just around the corner, folks are starting to think about resolutions. A popular one is to quit bad habits, like smoking.

Monday, December 22, 2008  It can be difficult to be far away from family members during the holidays, and the Army's largest training installation is trying to ease the pain for relatives of deployed military members.