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

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Once the girl with the Billy Bob tattoo, Jolie now inspires with mastectomy revelation

Tuesday, April 02, 2013  According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of  schoolchildren in the United States being diagnosed with autism is steadily climbing.

Thursday, March 28, 2013  Boxes of pinwheels made their way to the front lawn of Spring Valley High School Thursday afternoon as part of an initiative to raise awareness for child abuse and negle

Thursday, March 21, 2013  A new transitional housing facility for women and children promises to provide safe living accomodations to those who are financially unable to secure housing due to economic hardship or life crisis.

Wednesday, March 20, 2013  Survivors and caregivers came out to the Statehouse Wednesday in recognition of Brain Injury Awareness Day.

Friday, March 15, 2013  Purple was the color of choice on the front steps of the South Carolina Statehouse on Friday; to remind people about a dangerous disease.

Friday, March 08, 2013  As we wrap up Severe Weather Awareness Week, we want to make sure you are all set up to stay connected. In sudden severe weather, such as a tornado or flash flood, your best defence is being informed and having a plan in place for your family.

Monday, March 04, 2013  Severe Weather Awareness Week being observed in South Carolina.

Saturday, March 02, 2013  March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and organizers hope a 5K race in Columbia will help raise awareness for the disease.

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

Wednesday, February 13, 2013  The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Columbia received much needed donations Wednesday morning.

Wednesday, February 06, 2013  The 13th Annual National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day will be held Thursday.

Wednesday, February 06, 2013  South Carolina health officials are marking the 13th annual National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day with a series of events.

Tuesday, January 29, 2013  The show provides national exposure to the shelters across the country that provide the puppy athletes and the kittens that star in the halftime show.

Monday, January 07, 2013  Authorities say a 17-year-old boy has died after he was hit by a tree as he cleared a path for a four-wheeler.