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Yesterday at 12:00 PM  Lexington County Senator Katrina Shealy hosted a luncheon Monday for seven of South Carolina's soliders who gave their lives while serving our country.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  Democrats accuse Gov. Nikki Haley of misusing the state's planes by taking her campaign-paid videographer with her on flights around South Carolina.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  Former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford has redeemed a political career sidelined by scandal by winning his old congressional seat.

Friday, May 03, 2013  Vice President Joe Biden is visiting South Carolina to address a gathering of state Democrats. The vice president will be in Columbia on Friday to give remarks at the annual Jefferson Jackson Dinner.

Friday, May 03, 2013  For a few hours, South Carolina will be at the center of American politics.

Wednesday, May 01, 2013  U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson is offering veterans another opportunity to get some helpful information on jobs and benefits.

Thursday, April 25, 2013  A 29-year-old political fundraiser originally from Orangeburg is believed to have been stabbed to death in Raleigh, NC.

Monday, April 22, 2013  U.S. Reps. Mick Mulvaney and Jeff Duncan are holding a joint town hall in a county they both represent.

Wednesday, April 10, 2013  Some state lawmakers are presenting measures that would change who oversees high school sports.

Friday, April 05, 2013  A state Representative announced Friday he has been cleared of all alcohol related charges from a traffic stop last October.

Wednesday, April 03, 2013  The sudden departure of Columbia Police Chief Randy Scott has left several questions unanswered.