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November 06, 2009
Technology Summit Focuses on Deaf Students
The use of technology to improve literacy among hearing impaired students was the focus of a summit held in Columbia Friday.
Upstate School Districts Announce Dates for H1N1 Vaccine Clinics
Oconee County and Greenville County School Districts Announce Dates for H1N1 Vaccine Clinics
Tax Tips Before The New Year
Tax professionals say this year more than ever, people need a firm grasp on new tax breaks before the year runs out.
November 05, 2009
SC Supreme Court Denies Governor’s Request to Keep Investigation Secret
The South Carolina Supreme Court ruled Thursday that Gov. Mark Sanford cannot keep secret the Ethics Commission’s investigation of him.
Governor’s Professor of the Year Awards Given Out
The winners of the 2009 Governor’s Professor of the Year award were honored Thursday at the State House.
How to Prevent Your Internet Moves From Being Tracked
Retailers are trying to track your information online just as they’re trying to track your information in the store
Report: Food Lion Recalls Ground Beef Sold In Upstate
The recall involves 93% lean ground beef purchased at Food Lion or Bloom stores with a sell by date of September 21st to October 8th.
November 04, 2009
Parents Demand School Districts Slacken Zero Tolerance Policies
Parents around the country are demanding school districts slacken zero-tolerance policies meant to reduce violence. USA Today reports the outcry follows a high profile case in which a boy scout was suspended for bringing a tool to school.
Cash for Appliances Program Kicks of This Weekend in North Carolina
North Carolina residents will be able to get rebates for energy-saving appliances this weekend.
November 03, 2009
Mauldin High School Senior Earns Perfect SAT Score
Very few students get a perfect SAT score, even those at the country’s top colleges. An Upstate senior is among this year’s high school elite. Tonight, she tells us how a cell phone helped her earn the perfect score.
SCESC Sends Out Duplicate Unemployment Checks, Again
For the second time in the last few months, the South Carolina Employment Security Commission has sent out duplicate checks.
Beware of Unemployment Scams
Better Business Bureau says scams are targeting people who are unemployed with secret shopper and work-from-home scams.
FujiFilm Transers all Quicksnap Recycling Operations to Greenwood
FujiFilm is moving the facility from Mexico to Greenwood. The move is expected to create 30 jobs.
Voter Turnout Light Tuesday
Voter turnout light in Spartanburg County
Candidates For SC Governor Debate Tuesday Night
The 5 Democrats and 5 Republican candidates will sound off on the environment and economy.
November 02, 2009
Spartanburg Deputies Catch “Dangerous” Armed Robbery Suspect
The Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office says they have arrested the gunman in an armed robbery Saturday.
SC Rejects Program Offering Free Cell Phones for Low-Income Families
A company offering free cell phones and minutes to low-income families in South Carolina has been denied by the state Public Service Commission.
Greenville Neighbors: Fire Hydrant Has Been Gushing Water For Months
Neighbors in one Upstate community says a fire hydrant has been gushing for months. We took their concerns to Greenville Water System and the answers we got may surprise you.
New Precincts Await Spartanburg County Voters
Many voters in Spartanburg County have more than candidates to think about as they prepare to cast ballots on Tuesday. The county created 6 new precincts to alleviate long lines.
Lead in Purses Latest Target by Environmental Group; How Harmful Are They?
The Center for Environmental Health filed a complaint against 16 retailers saying the lead in purses, handbags, and wallets sold in their stores contain dangerous levels of lead. How harmful are they?
Home Heating Assistance May Not be as Widespread This Year
Agencies known for helping people with home heating assistance are needing a little help of their own.
October 30, 2009
Greenville County Teacher Raps Socials Studies Lessons
In a world of flashy video games, and the ability to watch a movie in your palm, teachers face some stiff competition; but a Greenville county instructor is using what she learned in the district’s technology classes – with a twist. She’s added rap to her lesson plans.
Black Friday Deal Beginning Long Before Christmas
Though big box retailers like Walmart have already launched competitive sales for the holidays.
SC Lt Gov Bauer Makes Run For Governor Official
Bauer joins four others in June’s Republican primary.
October 29, 2009
First Time Homebuyer Credit Could Help Out Existing Homeowners
The credit would amount to 6,500 dollars for current homeowners who “step up” to a new house.
Halloween Flashlights Sold Exclusively at Target Recalled Due to Burn Hazard
The flashlights can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Patient: Getting Doctors to Accept Medicaid is Tough
Getting approved for Medicaid didn’t help one Upstate woman enough. She says every doctor’s office she called turned her away. Dianne Derby pushed her problem into the hands of the decision makers and found a way for you to get the health care you need.
Governor Signs Unemployment Benefits Extension
South Carolina Governor Mark Sanfort signed into law Senate bill 374, Thursday, which extends benefits to the unemployed under the stimulus act. The bill passed with unanimous, bipartisan support and was made necessary by an oversight at the Employment Security Commission (ESC).
Governor Sanford To Sign Jobless Benefits Extension Bill Thursday
Workers who have missed checks will get them retroactively.
October 28, 2009
Assistant Attorney General Roland Corning Caught With Stripper
Police report says 66-year-old Roland Corning and an 18-year old stripper were stopped after they were spotted in an cemetery police say is known for sex.
