Cat claims more than nine lives
By Anne-Kathryn Flanagan Anne@TheColumbiaStar.com
      He's full of personality and yowls for someone to fill his bowl when he needs fresh water. He occasionally likes to eat goldfish crackers, but loves to eat asparagus and green beans. Whenever there's a party he doesn't hide under the bed. Instead he must be in the middle of everything.
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Grandparents' Brag Box
Andrew and Will Evans
      I am so proud.My oldest grandson is a great big brother and loves his new baby brother. Andrew is five years old, and William is now seven weeks old. Will arrived September 19, 2007. The photo was taken when he was four days old and being held proudly for the first time by his big brother, Andrew.
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Invest in teachers; Cut administration costs
By Jessica Cross crossja84@gmail
      South Carolina may feel the pinch of education expenses a little more than usual next year. But state officials are focused on the quality and efficiency of education in the state, which could lead to savings. According to the Governor's Office, the state is faced with kicking off next year with...
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Forest Heights students send signatures into space
Contributed by Richland School District One
      Young space explorers from Forest Heights Elementary School got the opportunity to send their personal signatures into orbit aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery through a special program sponsored by NASA and Lockheed Martin. In May, students from Forest Heights and other schools across the countr...
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Charley's Backyard Stars
      "Let me tell you about my backyard. There are many things to hear. I like hearing the red fox tiptoe through the night. Some mornings I hear a train huffing and puffing a mile away. Every morning I like hearing the robins play me an autumn song.
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