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Those controlling the screening process for 9th Circuit Family Court Judge F.P. "Charlie" Segars-Andrews are keeping quiet until her case is settled in the coming weeks. The state's Judicial Merit Selection Commission has refused to disclose e-mails sent to or between its members regardin... Full Story »
The text of President Obama's Nobel Peace Prize acceptance speech, delivered Thursday in Oslo, Norway, as provided by the White House: Full Story »
SALT LAKE CITY -- Nevada has been ruled out as an alternative disposal site for low-level radioactive waste from South Carolina currently scheduled to come to Utah, a Department of Energy spokeswoman said Wednesday. Full Story »
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COLUMBIA — South Carolina first lady Jenny Sanford said it hurt when her husband, Gov. Mark Sanford, called his Argentine lover his 'soul mate' during a news interview, and said she is unsure whether her marriage will survive. Full Story »
Judge denies bond in murder case connected to the killing of a 20 month old. The bond was heard at Colleton County Courthouse. Full Story »
A ten year study released by the South Carolina Department of Public Safety finds that law enforcement is noticing more and more gang related crime, and those affected most are teenagers. Full Story »
Trident Technical College is increasing the number of classes to meet the demand for people going into the aeronautical field. Full Story »
South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford said Thursday he knows he hurt his wife with an affair he revealed in June. Full Story »
U.S. News and World Report magazine has designated Charleston County Academic Magnet High School in North Charleston the best magnet high school in the nation. Full Story »
Get comfy in stretchy soft clothes that will accommodate any extra stuffing you put on this holiday season. Spooney , a locally-owned women’s activewear collection, is having a warehouse sale through Dec. 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The sale features 50-80 percent off the line of casual pieces made from fabric that “spoons” the body but wicks away moisture and neutralizes odor. You’ll enjoy the ... Full Story »
Local songwriter and musician Michael Trent recently assembled several new recordings for release under the label name Shrimp Records. He and five colleagues — Cary Ann Hearst, Owen Beverly, Sadler Vaden, Bill Carson, and Joel Hamilton have big plans for 2010. by T. Ballard Lesemann Local songwriter and musician Michael Trent (of The Films, Shovels & Rope) recently assembled several new ... Full Story »
The Sullivan's Island Home Team BBQ embraces a little of its building's history on the weekend of Dec. 18-19 with a 'Bert's Bar Reunion' celebration. by T. Ballard Lesemann The Sullivan's Island Home Team BBQ (2209 Middle St.) embraces a little of its building's history on the weekend of Dec. 18-19 with a 'Bert's Bar Reunion' celebration, featuring a double-shot of Mississippi-based blues combo ... Full Story »
The Village Playhouse hosted their annual holiday fundraising gala at Alhambra Hall in the Old Village of Mt. Pleasant Wednesday night. by Erica Jackson The Village Playhouse hosted their annual holiday fundraising gala at Alhambra Hall in the Old Village of Mt. Pleasant Wednesday night. After a crazy warm December day, the cool breeze from the harbor helped arriving guests feel a little more ... Full Story »
North Charleston burger joint Sesame, brought to you by the Five Loaves Café crew, is bringing its gourmet burger creations to West Ashley. by Caroline Eubanks North Charleston burger joint Sesame, brought to you by the Five Loaves Café crew, is bringing its gourmet burger creations to West Ashley. Owner Casey Glowacki says they've been transforming a space next to Target in Citadel Mall and ... Full Story »
The actual number of properties with at least a notice of default filed against it in those three counties was 675 for November, down by 191 homes from October and down 65 from September, RealtyTrac reported. Full Story »
South Carolina’s Centers of Economic Excellence program has brought in nonstate investments of more than $250 million and has led to the creation of approximately 3,200 jobs, according to the organization’s fiscal 2009 annual report , released this morning. Full Story »
Although his conduct was wrong and embarrassing for the state, Gov. Mark Sanford’s behavior did not rise to the level of “serious misconduct” required for impeachment, according to some members of the panel investigating the governor. Full Story »
The data showed almost 5,200 manufacturing establishments in the state in 2008. That is 4.5% of all establishments, though the manufacturers paid more than 20% of all wages paid in South Carolina, and constituted more than 15% of all jobs. Full Story »
On Thursdays, Shopping Bag provides the latest news about retail business openings, significant changes to existing retail businesses, shopping trends or details about unique product offerings. Full Story »
SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. (AP) - The Air Force is nominating one of the top commanders at a South Carolina base to become a two-star major general. Full Story »
CHARLESTON, SC (WCSC) - The moment before a triathlon many of the competitors have one thought on their mind. "When you start the day you just don't know if you can finish, that's the big unknown," said Siobhan Maize. Full Story »
SEATTLE (AP) - Boeing Co. says the long-anticipated first flight of its new 787 jetliner could come as early as Dec. 15. Full Story »
SEATTLE (AP) - Boeing Co. says it has completed "final gauntlet" testing on its first 787 jetliner and verified the success of fixes it made to a structural problem, two important steps before the new plane makes its first flight. Full Story »
SANTEE, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina transportation officials have closed a lane of Interstate 95 to make emergency repairs after cracks were found on a bridge spanning a lake. Full Story »
FLORENCE – Johnsonville High School took top honors in their division away from the Pee Dee Regional High School Mathematics Tournament at Francis Marion University last week, its first title in seven years. Full Story »
HEMINGWAY—A fire destroyed the home of Alfred and Sybill Cockfield on 32 Wienwood Drive in Hemingway in early Thursday morning. Full Story »
HEMINGWAY—Williamsburg County Sheriff Kelvin Washington and his staff treated area seniors to lunch the afternoon of Dec. 9 at the J.J. Mitcheom Center in Hemingway as part of a holiday community service initiative. Full Story »
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 »
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 »
South Carolina keeps data on 2 million traffic stops a year but doesn't crunch the numbers to get information that would help determine how much racial profiling takes place at those traffic stops. Full Story »
Circuit County Judge Michelle Childs sentenced Richard Kough to 16 years in prison Thursday for a 2008 armed robbery in Columbia. Full Story »
Two felony indictments of alleged cockfighting promoters were announced Thursday as part of a widening state and federal investigation into illegal bird-fighting operations across South Carolina. Full Story »
All of the trout native to South Carolina's mountain streams will disappear if climate change increases air temperatures by 7 to 8 degrees, according to information presented at a global warming forum Thursday in Columbia. Full Story »
For a man who already holds the nation's highest medal for bravery, retired Col. Charles Murray appeared quite humbled Thursday night to be the guest of honor at a local veterans' hall. Full Story »
Low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines will begin daily nonstop service from Myrtle Beach to Atlanta next spring, a move that local leaders believe will bolster tourism traffic from the long-sought-after area. Full Story »
A SLED investigation has determined that an Horry County officer's actions were justified in October when he shot and killed a student who intended to commit suicide at Carolina Forest High School, according to information released Thursday. Full Story »
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Doing the Charleston is not just a dance anymore; it's an easy bus ride for a day trip from the Grand Strand to the Lowcountry city. Full Story »
More than 40 kids from Horry and Georgetown counties were treated to a Wal-Mart Christmas shopping trip Thursday by Brandon Frye, a Seattle Seahawks football player and graduate of Myrtle Beach High School. Full Story »
Greenville police say that a cross-dressing man impersonated a police officer at Haywood Mall. Full Story »
A former employee of United Airlines is accused of stealing more than $31,000 from the airlines. Full Story »
South Carolina Education Lottery officials say that someone is holding a Powerball ticket worth $1 million. Full Story »
South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford says that he still wants to reconcile with his wife despite her recent interview with Barbara Walters. Full Story »
Laurens County deputies are investigating the death of a woman who was found lying on the floor of her home Thursday morning. Full Story »
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