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

Today at 1:40 PM  Small business owners in Columbia are getting a chance to get some advice and assistance this week.

Thursday, April 04, 2013  A tool retailer is planning to create 200 new jobs with the expansion of its distribution center in Dillon County.

Thursday, November 08, 2012  In the wake of Hurricane Hugo almost 25 years ago, relief for the South Carolina coast poured in from all over the nation. Now the Charleston area is returning the favor by working to help areas of the Northeast hammered by Superstorm Sandy.

Monday, October 29, 2012  Many congregations are using new technology and social media to reach new followers and get their message across.

Tuesday, September 04, 2012  A task force comprised of Sumter law enforcement agencies has been formed in an effort to apprehend whomever is responsible for killing a Sumter teen.

Thursday, April 19, 2012  A new manufacturing plant in Orangeburg is expected to bring 300 jobs to South Carolina.

Wednesday, August 11, 2010  According to SCE&G, heating and cooling accounts for 45 to 50 percent of a consumer's annual energy bill.

Saturday, December 19, 2009  Corrections officers in one South Carolina jail have a new system for controlling unruly inmates.

Saturday, February 21, 2009  Minneapolis police say a store clerk thwarted a robbery by swinging hammers at the would-be thief.