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Volunteers sought to spruce up Kids Planet

Mar 20, 2010 4:11 am

Ten years and thousands of children later, the playground at Century Park in Greer has seen better days. That's why this year's Leadership Greer class has made the revitalization of ...

Abortion, tobacco tax proposals face tough odds in Senate

Mar 19, 2010 5:42 am

COLUMBIA — Two controversial parts of a $5.1 billion House-passed budget may not survive in the Senate's spending plan, senators have told The Greenville News .

Parole board rejects one Greenville killer's request, postpones action from another

Mar 17, 2010 5:56 pm

COLUMBIA - The state's parole board today rejected one Greenville killer's request for freedom and postponed action on another after the victim's family appeared on his beha...

Erskine College legal battle changes course with new lawsuit

Mar 17, 2010 4:05 am

A lawsuit filed last week by the chairman of Erskine College's board of trustees against the conservative denomination that founded the liberal arts school and seminary has been withdrawn, an...

Ned Sloan uses sunshine law to challenge government actions

Mar 17, 2010 3:59 am

Now 80 years old, retired road builder Edward "Ned" Sloan has sued various governmental entities on more occasions than either he or his lawyer can exactly remember.

Greenville Police search for dogs that attacked man in Faris Road area

Mar 17, 2010 3:59 am

Al Hammer was taking his daily walk through the tree-lined streets of a Greenville neighborhood when three pit bulls pounced, hitting him "like a bolt of lightning."

Greenville Police search for dogs that attacked man in Faris Road area

Mar 17, 2010 3:59 am

Al Hammer was taking his daily walk through the tree-lined streets of a Greenville neighborhood when three pit bulls pounced, hitting him "like a bolt of lightning."

Rams like their chances at state crown

Mar 16, 2010 5:13 pm

The softball talent pool at Hillcrest High is so deep that Rams coach Kim Givens thinks she could have two varsity teams. Since that is not possible, Givens has the task of selecting the players to ke...

Simpsonville considers Sunday alcohol sales again

Mar 16, 2010 5:10 pm

Restaurant and business owners filed in front of Simpsonville City Council to urge elected officials to put Sunday alcohol sales as a referendum on a special ballot in November's election.

Local News for Charleston South Carolina from Charleston.net

Unusual Visitor

Mar 20, 2010 4:00 am

A spring sing

Mar 20, 2010 4:00 am

City posts salaries on Web

Mar 20, 2010 4:00 am

In response to growing demands for information about public spending during this recession, the city of Charleston has posted the salaries of full-time employees on its Web site. "The mayor j...

The first true sign of spring

Mar 20, 2010 4:00 am

It's been an unusually harsh winter here in the Lowcountry. Weeks and weeks of cold, wet days followed by weeks and weeks of cold, wet days. We've complained to each other privatel...

Ex-chairman: Gas tax 'inadequate' for roads

Mar 20, 2010 4:00 am

South Carolina road funding woes are related to the state 16-cent-per-gallon gasoline tax that has not been raised in more than 20 years while fuel prices have skyrocketed, said Henry Taylor, who re...

$40 Bridge Run bibs in short supply

Mar 20, 2010 4:00 am

With one week to go before the 33rd Cooper River Bridge Run and Walk, those who do not register soon may still be able to get in -- but at a price. That price may be $150 and being placed in the c...

Bridge Run run-up

Mar 20, 2010 4:00 am

The 33rd Cooper River Bridge Run and Walk is a week away, and The Post and Courier will tell you in print and online everything you need to know to participate and follow the events. On the Web...

Citadel's astronaut shares adventure

Mar 20, 2010 4:00 am

Marine Lt. Col. Bresnik

'Sick City Blues' at local church

Mar 20, 2010 4:00 am

Scientific studies have shown that diesel exhaust from trucks, trains and ships has an effect on health.

Forum to aid relief workers

Mar 20, 2010 4:00 am

Many Lowcountry residents who went to Haiti to nurture and comfort victims of the Jan. 12 earthquake may now need some nurturing and comforting themselves, according to the Rev. Rob Dewey, senior ch...

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Men participate in beauty pageant for charity

Mar 20, 2010 2:58 am

What better way to start out Spring than with a beauty pageant. The Beaufort Beauties Beauty Pageant is this Saturday and it is not just any beauty pageant.

Group hopes to shock teens into making good decisions

Mar 20, 2010 2:58 am

"The 99" is in Myrtle Beach, and organizers hope their production will help teens make the right life choices.

Missouri stifles Booker, beats Clemson 86-78

Mar 20, 2010 2:36 am

Associated Press - March 19, 2010 5:35 PM ET BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) - Kim English and Keith Ramsey each scored 20 points, and Missouri's swarming defense lived up to its reputation during an 86-78...

South Carolina's Horn looks to future

Mar 20, 2010 2:35 am

Associated Press - March 19, 2010 3:45 PM ET COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina's Darrin Horn will always cherish watching star Devan Downey cofound opponents and celebrating the Gamecocks...

New tools to prevent texting while driving

Mar 20, 2010 1:58 am

North Carolina law says you can't text and drive, but that doesn't mean drivers follow that law faithfully. There are some who can't help themselves and continue to text behind the wheel.

Medical center for the homeless prepares to open

Mar 19, 2010 11:13 pm

A medical care center for the homeless will soon open its doors. It's a place for the homeless to go when they leave the hospital and still need medical care.

Oversized test chamber will help rate buildings for severe weather

Mar 19, 2010 10:43 pm

Creating a catastrophe in a box, a massive lab in Chester County will soon be testing homes against everything mother nature has to throw at them.

USC conference focuses on student activism

Mar 19, 2010 10:28 pm

A discussion is underway at the University of South Carolina, and it's all about protests and activism.

Opinions -- and knowledge -- about health care reform varies widely

Mar 19, 2010 9:43 pm

Congress is expected to vote on health care reform this weekend. It's an issue that has America's opinions divided.

Judge blocks April 6 election for Columbia council seat

Mar 19, 2010 7:13 pm

A circuit court judge is blocking the City of Columbia from holding an election on April 6 for the open District II city council seat, saying the early date would disenfranchise some voters. The elect...