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  • Smaller nations upset over draft proposal

    The Post and Courier – Wed Dec 9, 8:37 am ET  

    COPENHAGEN -- A leaked Danish document at the U.N. climate conference provoked angry criticism Tuesday from developing countries and activists who feared that it would shift more of the burden to curb greenhouse gases on poorer countries. Full Story »

  • Obama's Outlook: President proposes new spending to cut into jobless figures

    The Post and Courier – Wed Dec 9, 8:07 am ET  

    WASHINGTON -- President Barack Obama called for a major new burst of federal spending Tuesday, perhaps $150 billion or more, aiming to jolt the wobbly economy into a stronger recovery and reduce painfully persistent double-digit unemployment. Full Story »

  • McChrystal: Killing bin Laden is key

    The Post and Courier – Wed Dec 9, 8:07 am ET  

    Washington -- Days after his boss said there was no new intelligence on the whereabouts of al-Qaida leader Osama bin Laden, the top U.S. commander in Afghanistan told Congress on Tuesday that killing or capturing bin Laden is critical to defeating the terrorist organization. Full Story »

  • Deadly blasts hit Baghdad targets

    The Post and Courier – Wed Dec 9, 8:07 am ET  

    BAGHDAD -- Four large bombs exploded near education facilities, judicial complexes and other targets in Baghdad on Tuesday, killing at least 127 people and triggering recriminations against the Iraqi government and its security forces. Nearly 500 people were wounded, according to Iraqi police officials. Full Story »

  • 16 guns stolen from mobile home

    The Post and Courier – Wed Dec 9, 1:37 am ET  

    The resident of a Johns Island mobile home told Charleston County sheriff's deputies someone broke into his home on Sunday and stole 16 guns, about $8,000 worth of jewelry, a computer and a camera, according to police reports. Full Story »

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  • Ballard on Beer: Dogfish Head

    Charleston City Paper – 2 hrs 5 mins ago  

    This fall, Charleston beer lovers celebrated the arrival of several wild and flavorful varieties of ale from the Delaware-based micro Dogfish Head. by T. Ballard Lesemann This fall, Charleston beer lovers celebrated the arrival of several wild and flavorful varieties of ale from the Delaware-based micro Dogfish Head. Four of the company's most eclectic and distinctive beers hit the local stores ... Full Story »

  • Vintage and cheap bling at S.C. Thrift's holiday auction

    Charleston City Paper – Wed Dec 9, 10:55 am ET  

    South Carolina Thrift & Resale hosts a Holiday Auction on Thurs., Dec. 10 from 5-9 p.m. The sale will serve as a fundraiser for the Center for Women , which will receive 100 percent of the proceeds from the live and silent auctions. There will also be a "Bling Bling" jewelry sale with over 2,000 pieces for shoppers to search through. The best part is that nothing is over $18. When you get ... Full Story »

  • Crabby poster pisses on foolish webber, pens fortune cookie aphorism

    Charleston City Paper – Wed Dec 9, 9:55 am ET  

    Of all my most extraordinary moments of joy and livelihood, I would like to give a grand ol' fuck you to whom ever so self-righteously titles these anonymous comments. I mean, don't get me wrong, they're witty and all, but can you not think of something positively creative my friend? There's a funny quote that I wonder if you'd like to hear (funny as in Fun-EE oh my, ha there you go). "A man who ... Full Story »

  • Shopper searches for peace on King Street, finds only pain

    Charleston City Paper – Wed Dec 9, 9:55 am ET  

    I recently went shopping on King Street and was exhausted by all the salespeople accosting me. I understand you're bored or whatever, but I really don't need your help, or your telling me that you think something is cute, or asking me endless questions, or suggesting things. I will ask if I need your help. Now leave me alone and let me shop in peace. [ Subscribe to the comments on this story ] Full Story »

  • Driver urges commuters to pull a school bus drive-by

    Charleston City Paper – Wed Dec 9, 9:55 am ET  

    Learn the law people. If it's a 5 lane road, the traffic going in the opposite direction DOES NOT have to stop for a stopped school bus. Every morning on the way into work, I have to stop on a 5 lane road while about 20 kids get on a bus. One morning a highway patrolman actually got out of his cruiser to motion the traffic in my direction on, and they still didn't want to go. Please learn the ... Full Story »

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The Hemingway Weekly Observer

  • Church celebrates new family center

    The Hemingway Weekly Observer – Wed Dec 9, 12:56 am ET  

    JOHNSONVILLE—The congregation of Johnsonville First Baptist Church celebrated the dedication of their new Family Life Center during a Sunday worship hour late last month. Full Story »

  • Wellman officials discuss plans to further expand operations

    The Hemingway Weekly Observer – Wed Dec 9, 12:51 am ET  

    JOHNSONVILLE—“We have a story to tell and we want to tell it. We want people to know what we are doing at the former Wellman plant,” Bob Fotsch, CEO of Wellman Plastic Recycling, part of the Whitney Group that purchased the plant about a year ago, said. Full Story »

  • Diabetic shoes bring comfort, save lives

    The Hemingway Weekly Observer – Wed Dec 9, 12:48 am ET  

    HEMINGWAY— Would you believe it if someone told you a pair of shoes could actually save a person from having a limb amputated? According to Auburn Collins, a representative with The National Diabetic Center, in some cases that is all it takes. Full Story »

  • Reaction from Hanna conviction being upheld in federal court

    The Hemingway Weekly Observer – Wed Dec 9, 12:46 am ET  

    RICHMOND, VA—The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit in Richmond, Va., has upheld the conviction of Darry Wayne Hanna, who was sentenced two years ago to 440 years in prison in connection with the slaying of his sister-in-law, assistant Johnsonville city administrator Teresa Powell Hanna. Full Story »

  • HAPPENINGS: Dec 9

    The Hemingway Weekly Observer – Wed Dec 9, 12:43 am ET  

    The Williamsburg County Library in Kingstree will host a free adult program Thursday, Dec. 10, at 6:15 p.m. Mitzi Boyd & Betty Smith will be demonstrating how to make earrings for Christmas. Limited seating available so please sign up today. Full Story »

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