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Homeward bound: Puppy gets help reconnecting with owner after Hurricane Matthew
As South Carolina continues recovering from Hurricane Matthew, many people don’t realize the impact on the smallest members of people’s families. Many pets and animals died or were lost or left behind, but some were able to weather the storm.
SC Farmers assess damage after Hurricane Matthew
South Carolina farmers were just starting to get back on their feet after last October’s historic storm and flooding, but in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew that recovery looking a little more difficult.
Driver who survived I-20 rollover "overwhelmed"by actions of complete strangers
A Midland's man's car overturned while driving down I-20 on the way to work. The convertible flipped three times. A video was released by a bystander of perfect strangers that stopped to help flip over the vehicle no matter what it took. They expected to see the worse, but what they saw was a man, alive and unharmed.
"Prom Promise" paints picture of the impact of drinking and driving
More than a 1,000 Sumter High School juniors and seniors got a life lesson about the consequences of drinking and driving, Thursday.
Sign of life: First responders connecting to the deaf and hard of hearing
First responders are faced with challenges everyday while protecting the public. A key element to that is communication, but what happens when that is limited? Dave Bitters' goal is to help bridge the gap between emergency responders and the deaf and hard of hearing community.
Advocates fight domestic violence in annual Silent Witness ceremony
Dozens remembered the lives lost to domestic violence in South Carolina at the State House, Tuesday at the 19th Annual Silent Witness Ceremony.
Project Hope helps elderly beat the heat in Richland County
As temperatures reach the triple digits, Richland County Sheriff's Department deputies are making sure those who may me need help are getting the care they need, especially the elderly.
Protesters partake in rally at State House in light of recent shootings
An All Lives/Black Lives Matter march that started peacefully resulted in temporary road closures, and protestors on the steps of the SC State House until nearly 2 A.M.
Playing at a higher risk: Girls and concussions
Mention concussions and most people think football or NFL, but experts say girls are suffering far more concussions than boys in sports.
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Friends, family, state leaders pay their respects to Fred Sheheen
Friends, family and colleagues paid their respects Thursday to beloved state leader Fred Sheheen at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Camden, South Carolina. The 79-year-old was tragically killed Monday in a car crash.
A Rembert church uniting after fire, may soon have answers
Less than 24 hours after the Rembert church burned down, church members gathered for Sunday service at the family center right next door to worship.
Community supports veterans at annual Veterans Day Parade
The City of Columbia hosted it's 37th Annual Veterans Day Parade Wednesday. The Columbia community came out to show support for those who served to protect the country.
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Confederate flag debate continues in SC
Hundreds gathered at South Carolina Capitol to rally for the removal of the Confederate Flag.
Minutes Matter For First Responders
They're the first ones on the scene and the last ones you don't want to miss a beat. For first responders in Irmo, South Carolina, every second counts.
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Finding the light: One family on the path to overcome sex trafficking
It's a crime most people don't realize happens in the Palmetto state, one that could be happening in your backyard; one that became a mother's reality. A Midlands mother is telling her story about how her family overcame sex trafficking.
Residents attend vigils to mourn the loss of nine lives in Charleston
Hours after nine people were shot to death in a Charleston church prayer service, many gathered to mourn their loss.
Caught in the act: Bird's eye view of prostitution sting
Local law enforcement is cracking down on prostitution in the Midlands. Richland County Sheriff's Department recently organized a sting operation targeting the "Johns."
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One Midlands recruit signing more than his letter of intent
While hundreds of high school students across the state were signing on the dotted line to pursue their athletic futures Wednesday, one Blythewood High School student was doing the same. However, he will also be signing in a much different way in the near future.
Richland Northeast students get once in a lifetime history lesson
Valentine's Day for Veterans at Richland Northeast High School in Columbia, South Carolina. Students learning a bit about history by those who lived it.