Friday, May 24 2013 6:49 PM EDT2013-05-24 22:49:23 GMT
Cameron Stringfellow
A teenager was killed and a second was arrested on DUI charges in an overnight accident, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol. Investigators say a BMW being driven by 18-year-old Cameron StringfellowMore >>
A teenager was killed and a second was arrested on DUI charges in an overnight accident, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 4:17 PM EDT2013-05-24 20:17:05 GMT
Police say a motorcyclist in West Ashley had to tip his bike over to the side in order to get rid of a drunk woman who had hopped into the rear seat. On Thursday at 8:50 a.m., a man on a motorcycle approachedMore >>
Police say a motorcyclist had to tip his bike over to the side in order to get rid of a drunk woman who had hopped into the rear seat.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 11:33 PM EDT2013-05-25 03:33:15 GMT
Richland County deputies are searching for a man they say shot and killed his girlfriend's sister. Deputies say shortly before 4:00 a.m. Friday officers responded to shots fired call at 2104 Green OaksMore >>
Richland County deputies say a man accused of killing his girlfriend's sister has been arrested.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 4:52 PM EDT2013-05-24 20:52:19 GMT
Brett Parker took the stand in his own defense in his double murder trial Friday and answered questions for nearly three hours.Parker is on trial for the murders of his wife, Tammy Jo, and business associateMore >>
Brett Parker took the stand in his own defense in his double murder trial Friday and answered questions for nearly three hours.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 11:37 AM EDT2013-05-24 15:37:58 GMT
Police in Salisbury are investigating after they say a man confessed to fatally stabbing his girlfriend and using her blood to draw a heart on a building. According to police, the unidentified man toldMore >>
Police in Salisbury are investigating after they say a man confessed to fatally stabbing his girlfriend and using her blood to draw a heart on a building.More >>
If you're hoping that a bouquet of flowers or a heart-shaped box of chocolates might give your relationship a boost this Valentine's Day, you might be disappointed.More >>
If you're hoping that a bouquet of flowers or a heart-shaped box of chocolates might give your relationship a boost this Valentine's Day, you might be disappointed.More >>
On Valentine's Day, single men are far more likely than married guys to splurge on a loved one, a marketing expert from Harvard Business School says.More >>
On Valentine's Day, single men are far more likely than married guys to splurge on a loved one, a marketing expert from Harvard Business School says.More >>
Throwing a Valentine's Day party for your children and their friends is an easy way to have fun and celebrate a day of sweetness and friendship.More >>
Throwing a Valentine's Day party for your children and their friends is an easy way to have fun and celebrate a day of sweetness and friendship.More >>
Fun fact #1: Cicadas have emerged and swarmed Staten Island, NY. Exterminators have perhaps their biggest project ever. Will the cicada infestation of 2013 be worse for Staten Island...More >>
Fun fact #1: Cicadas have emerged and swarmed Staten Island, NY. Exterminators have perhaps their biggest project ever. Will the cicada infestation of 2013 be worse for Staten Island residents than...More >>
Janet Jackson is officially a billionaire. According to Variety, the singer's big bank account is thanks to decades in the music and acting business.More >>
Janet Jackson is officially a billionaire. According to Variety, the singer's big bank account is thanks to decades in the music and acting business.More >>
Provided by: Hallmark Cards PLC
Choosing the proper gift, card or sentiment during Valentine's Day is a challenge regardless of how long you've been one-half of a "couple." Marketers try to sell a concept and friends give (un)wanted advice while you rack your brain trying to figure out what to do.
But all is not lost.
Kendra Keller knows a thing or two about romance as she is the Head of Romance at Hallmark Cards in the UK. Keller reveals some romance tips which will take you to the top of the class come Valentine's Day:
Gifts:
A Valentine's card, whether it's cute, classy, traditional or tacky, is considered the most important item to receive on Valentine's Day - don't neglect such a simple touch! Upload photographs through an online service to make it extra special.
A home-made gift shows thought, consideration and creativity- think along the lines of home-made muffins, a personalized photo frame (so they can frame your thoughtful personalized Valentine's card of course!) or a delicious three course dinner for extra brownie points.
Messages:
What you write in your personalized Valentine's day card says way more about your relationship than what you buy.
Personalized messages and private jokes show openness and the ability to be honest about your feelings, but remember to keep it clean as other people may well end up reading it!
If you want to write a poem, avoid channeling your inner cheese and remember it doesn't have to rhyme to be romantic – so just give it a go.
Dates:
Dream dates are all about personal touches and don't just have to be about wining and dining, and splashing the cash!
Personal grooming should be a given- but a bit of effort (a nice new shirt/haircut/new underwear) will not go unnoticed and get you extra brownie points, boys and girls!
A home-cooked meal, foot massage, bubble bath or even agreeing to watch football/ Desperate Housewives are all activities that are easily achievable and just as effective as candy hearts and roses.
Why not create a personalized invitation for your date to make it really different?
Sad to say, there isn't a correct answer or cheat sheet for this major test. However, if you give yourself a little time before the big day and reflect, you'll definitely make this year's Valentine's Day one of the best.
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Friday, May 24 2013 4:32 PM EDT2013-05-24 20:32:37 GMT
A transportation reform organization says the news is not good when it comes to South Carolina's bridges. Transportation for America says out of 50 states and the District of Columbia our state ranks 15thMore >>
A transportation reform organization says the news is not good when it comes to South Carolina's bridges.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 4:17 PM EDT2013-05-24 20:17:05 GMT
Police say a motorcyclist in West Ashley had to tip his bike over to the side in order to get rid of a drunk woman who had hopped into the rear seat. On Thursday at 8:50 a.m., a man on a motorcycle approachedMore >>
Police say a motorcyclist had to tip his bike over to the side in order to get rid of a drunk woman who had hopped into the rear seat.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 8:03 PM EDT2013-05-24 00:03:09 GMT
A friend of Tammy Jo Parker testified Wednesday that he was intimate with the 44-year-old while she was married to Brett Parker. The revelation comes just days after Brett Parker admitted he had a girlfriendMore >>
A friend of Tammy Jo Parker testified Wednesday that he was intimate with the 44-year-old while she was married to double-murder suspect Brett Parker.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 11:33 PM EDT2013-05-25 03:33:15 GMT
Richland County deputies are searching for a man they say shot and killed his girlfriend's sister. Deputies say shortly before 4:00 a.m. Friday officers responded to shots fired call at 2104 Green OaksMore >>
Richland County deputies say a man accused of killing his girlfriend's sister has been arrested.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 10:42 PM EDT2013-05-25 02:42:39 GMT
Source: Brick Lewis
One man was injured in a house fire in Columbia Friday night.Columbia firefighters were called to the house on Highland Park Drive at about 9:30 p.m.Firefighters say a man who lived at the house was takenMore >>
One man was injured in a house fire in Columbia Friday night.More >>
The president of the State Retirees Association says South Carolina's settlement with the Bank of New York Mellon seems like a bad deal for retirees.More >>
The president of the State Retirees Association says South Carolina's settlement with the Bank of New York Mellon seems like a bad deal for retirees.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 9:26 PM EDT2013-05-25 01:26:58 GMT
The benefits may be disputed but legislators are moving forward with a proposal to expand four-year-old kindergarten in the state. It's a plan that carries a heavy price-tag and high demand from parentsMore >>
The benefits may be disputed but legislators are moving forward with a proposal to expand four-year-old kindergarten in the state. It's a plan that carries a heavy price-tag and high demand from parentsMore >>
Friday, May 24 2013 7:07 PM EDT2013-05-24 23:07:52 GMT
It's easy to fall in love with Ashely Delaney the moment you meet her. She's hard working, friendly, and standing strong even when faced with the unknown."I think the scariest part about it is when youMore >>
It's easy to fall in love with Ashely Delaney the moment you meet her. She's hard working, friendly, and standing strong even when faced with the unknown.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 6:49 PM EDT2013-05-24 22:49:23 GMT
Cameron Stringfellow
A teenager was killed and a second was arrested on DUI charges in an overnight accident, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol. Investigators say a BMW being driven by 18-year-old Cameron StringfellowMore >>
A teenager was killed and a second was arrested on DUI charges in an overnight accident, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol.More >>
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