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  • Panel mum on case

    The Post and Courier – 1 min ago  

    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 »

  • Obama's Peace Prize speech

    The Post and Courier – 29 mins ago  

    The text of President Obama's Nobel Peace Prize acceptance speech, delivered Thursday in Oslo, Norway, as provided by the White House: Full Story »

  • DOE: Nevada not an option for S.C. waste

    The Post and Courier – 30 mins ago  

    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 »

  • S.C. Lottery

    The Post and Courier – 30 mins ago  

    Use the comment form below to begin a discussion about this content. Postandcourier.com is pleased to offer readers the enhanced ability to comment on stories. We expect our readers to engage in lively, yet civil discourse. Full Story »

  • Will marriage survive?

    The Post and Courier – Thu Dec 10, 9:22 am ET  

    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 »

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Charleston City Paper

  • Stock up on basics at Spooney's warehouse sale

    Charleston City Paper – Thu Dec 10, 3:25 pm ET  

    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 »

  • Shrimp Records pulls a impressive catch

    Charleston City Paper – Thu Dec 10, 3:24 pm ET  

    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 »

  • Bert's Bar 'reunion' on the way

    Charleston City Paper – Thu Dec 10, 1:25 pm ET  

    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 »

  • Playhouse goes glam for annual fundraiser

    Charleston City Paper – Thu Dec 10, 1:24 pm ET  

    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 »

  • Sesame coming to Citadel Mall

    Charleston City Paper – Thu Dec 10, 1:10 pm ET  

    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 »

Charleston Regional Business Journal

  • Lowcountry sees foreclosures drop in November

    Charleston Regional Business Journal – Thu Dec 10, 2:38 pm ET  

    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 »

  • Centers of Economic Excellence program creates 3,200 jobs, boosts economy

    Charleston Regional Business Journal – Thu Dec 10, 2:23 pm ET  

    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 »

  • Impeachment panel member: ‘We need to set the bar high’

    Charleston Regional Business Journal – Thu Dec 10, 2:23 pm ET  

    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 »

  • Study: Manufacturing remains a mainstay of S.C. economy

    Charleston Regional Business Journal – Thu Dec 10, 2:08 pm ET  

    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 »

  • Shopping Bag for Dec. 10, 2009

    Charleston Regional Business Journal – Thu Dec 10, 1:38 pm ET  

    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 »

Live 5 News Charleston

  • SC general nominated for second star

    Live 5 News Charleston – 40 mins ago  

    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 »

  • Woman finishes 140 mile race despite a broken collarbone

    Live 5 News Charleston – 1 hr 40 mins ago  

    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 »

  • Boeing 787: first flight could come Dec. 15

    Live 5 News Charleston – 1 hr 55 mins ago  

    SEATTLE (AP) - Boeing Co. says the long-anticipated first flight of its new 787 jetliner could come as early as Dec. 15. Full Story »

  • Boeing 787 clears 2 more hurdles

    Live 5 News Charleston – 2 hrs 24 mins ago  

    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 »

  • Bridge cracks close lane on Interstate 95 in SC

    Live 5 News Charleston – Thu Dec 10, 7:57 pm ET  

    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 »

The Hemingway Weekly Observer

  • Johnsonville captures math tournament win, snaps seven year drought

    The Hemingway Weekly Observer – Thu Dec 10, 5:22 pm ET  

    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 fire destroys home

    The Hemingway Weekly Observer – Thu Dec 10, 10:07 am ET  

    HEMINGWAY—A fire destroyed the home of Alfred and Sybill Cockfield on 32 Wienwood Drive in Hemingway in early Thursday morning. Full Story »

  • Williamsburg Sheriff gives back to seniors

    The Hemingway Weekly Observer – Wed Dec 9, 5:52 pm ET  

    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 »

  • 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 »

The State

  • Racial profiling issue aired

    The State – 18 mins ago  

    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 »

  • Columbia man gets 16 years for robbing gas station at knifepoint

    The State – 18 mins ago  

    Circuit County Judge Michelle Childs sentenced Richard Kough to 16 years in prison Thursday for a 2008 armed robbery in Columbia. Full Story »

  • Two alleged cockfighting promoters indicted

    The State – 1 hr 26 mins ago  

    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 »

  • Global warming threat to S.C. trout

    The State – 1 hr 32 mins ago  

    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 »

  • Veterans rename banquet room

    The State – 1 hr 36 mins ago  

    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 »

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