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

Monday, February 04, 2013  People who want in-person help with their unemployment benefits may have a longer drive starting Feb. 15.

Monday, March 12, 2012  BI-LO announced Monday that it has successfully completed its merger with Winn-Dixie and will eventually relocate its corporate offices from the Upstate to Jacksonville, FL.

Wednesday, January 25, 2012  President's words watched closely in Missouri town stung by failed factory from China

Thursday, February 10, 2011  Light snow prompted a number of school districts to delay classes across central South Carolina, but the storm moved out of the state quickly.

Thursday, January 13, 2011  New England digs out after winter storm dumps more than 2 feet of snow

Tuesday, January 11, 2011  City of Columbia officials close down several streets due to hazardous conditions.

Friday, March 12, 2010  Several streets in Five Points will be closed this weekend for the annual St. Patrick's Day Festival.

Monday, February 15, 2010  The following will be closed today in observance of Presidents Day.

Sunday, January 17, 2010  Several streets will be closed Monday during the King Day at the Dome celebration.

Sunday, January 17, 2010  Several businesses will be closed Monday in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Friday, January 08, 2010  All Lexington County School Districts, (1,2,3,4,& 5) as well as Lexington County Government Offices will have normal business hours on Friday, January 8, 2010.

Thursday, January 07, 2010  Winter storm pushing snow, dangerously cold wind across Midwest; unusual cold snap grips South

Friday, August 07, 2009  The federal government is advising schools they don't need to close their doors this fall just because a few students come down with swine flu.

Sunday, May 24, 2009  All City of Columbia offices will be closed May 25th in honor of Memorial Day.

Sunday, February 15, 2009  Some offices and schools will be closed for President's Day.