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November 15, 2009

Walterboro residents turning to faith after a violent week

It was a violent week in Walterboro. Monday, a drive-by shooter killed three people, including a toddler, and injured six others. Then on Wednesday, another drive-by shooter targeted a car. Two people were taken to the hospital.

Fire destroys Berkeley county family’s home

A fire in Berkeley county leaves a family of seven homeless

House fire leaves a family of seven without a home

American Red Cross volunteers provided assistance to a family of seven whose home was consumed in an evening fire Saturday. Berkeley County emergency personnel responded to the Moncks Corner fire. Three adults and four children were displaced by the fire.

Accidents shut down I-95 for several hours

A series of accidents on I-95 tied up traffic for several hours Sunday morning.

Charleston Police investigating a homicide in West Ashley

City of Charleston Police are investigating a homicide in West Ashley.

Man killed, three others injured after accident

A man is dead after an accident in Berkeley County Saturday evening

November 14, 2009

Another shooting near Walterboro has residents on edge

Just one day after city leaders and law enforcement in Walterboro held a news conference to reassure residents of their safety, the Colleton County Sheriff’s Office is looking for another shooter.

November 13, 2009

Officials in Walterboro say they have enough people in the area to handle the crimes

Officials in Walterboro say they have enough people in the area to handle the crimes. Governor Mark Sanford stood alongside other state and local officials in Walterboro to discuss the progress in the investigation of multiple shootings this week.

Georgetown schools seeking to limit teachers online

The rules of engagement are a little too fuzzy for some Georgetown Coutny School District officials when it comes to teachers and students interacting online.

First step in possible Sanford impeachment happens Tuesday

The first step in the possible impeachment of Gov. Mark Sanford happens Tuesday, November 17th, the first day for pre-filing bills in the South Carolina House of Representatives.

Charleston County students get in-school Swine Flu vaccinations

The Department of Health and Environmental Control has started in-school vaccinations for the Tri-county area.

UPDATE 2: Governor, Mayor address violence in Walterboro

State and local officials try to address residents’ fears in Walterboro after a rash of violent crimes in the area.

Lowcountry schools to receive stimulus money

Charleston and Dorchester County School Districts receive stimulus money for energy efficiency improvements. The state’s 85 school districts are sharing $20.3 million for energy efficiency.

New survey: Single-gender classes preferred in South Carolina

South Carolina students, parents and teachers give positive reviews to single-gender classes in a new survey. 60% of students indicated that single-gender classes increased self confidence.

Missing teen, Brittanee Drexel, on cover of People magazine

Drexel, 18, disappeared from a spring break trip to Myrtle Beach on April 25. Law enforcement has searched for her in Georgetown and Charleston counties.

PROBLEM SOLVER EXTRA: 7 ways to save shopping online

With online shopping being a way of life, the key is navigating quickly through a wealth of information to find what you are looking for, at the best possible price, and for it to be delivered as soon as possible. Here are 7 suggestions.

Local radio station collecting “blanket bundles” to help the needy this Thanksgiving

Local radio station collecting “blanket bundles” to help the needy this Thanksgiving. His Radio 100.5FM will be collecting the blankets at the Wal-Mart in Mount Pleasant from 10AM-2PM on Saturday.

BREAKING NEWS: 9/11 mastermind to face trial in NY

An Obama administration official says accused Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and four other Guantanamo Bay detainees will be sent to New York to face trial in a civilian federal court.

Family finds closure in seven year murder mystery

There is now closure to a seven year long murder mystery Horry County. A funeral is set for tomorrow for Alice Donavan.

November 12, 2009

Walterboro calls emergency meeting to deal with violence

Govenor Mark Sanford voices concern.

Former teacher suspended with pay

The Dorchester District Two Board of Trustees, just ended their executive session.

Colleton County ministers walk into heart of violent week

The Ecumenical Ministerial Alliance is fighting violence. This past week of violence has kept them on their feet and on their knees in prayer.

Dorchester 2: Emergency meeting after 4 arrested in abuse investigation

The Dorchester District 2 Board of Trustees has scheduled an emergency Executive Session on Thursday, November 12th at 5:30 p.m. They plan to discuss possible administrative leave or other courses of action for the 3 out 4 employees arrested in abuse investigation who still work in the district.