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South Carolina Heartbeat Law Credited With Saving Over 5,100 Babies in First Full Year
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South Carolina Heartbeat Law Credited With Saving Over 5,100 Babies in First Full Year

ByElena Brooks July 2, 2025July 2, 2025

COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina’s Fetal Heartbeat and Protection from Abortion Act is being credited with saving more than 5,100 unborn lives in its first…

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South Carolina’s New Judicial Reform Law Takes Effect, Brings Structural Changes
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South Carolina’s New Judicial Reform Law Takes Effect, Brings Structural Changes

ByElena Brooks July 2, 2025July 2, 2025

COLUMBIA, S.C. — New changes to how judges are selected in South Carolina officially took effect this week, marking a significant shift in one of…

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South Carolina’s 2025 Tax Free Weekend Set for August 1–3
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South Carolina’s 2025 Tax Free Weekend Set for August 1–3

ByElena Brooks July 2, 2025July 2, 2025

COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina’s annual Tax Free Weekend is returning from Friday, August 1 through Sunday, August 3, 2025, giving shoppers across the state…

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Bill in South Carolina Legislature Aims to Reform Controversial Grading Practices
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Bill in South Carolina Legislature Aims to Reform Controversial Grading Practices

ByElena Brooks July 2, 2025July 2, 2025

COLUMBIA, SC — A bill in the South Carolina State House is drawing attention for aiming to stop school districts from forcing teachers to give…

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South Carolina's New Energy Law Sparks Debate Over Potential Rate Hikes
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South Carolina’s New Energy Law Sparks Debate Over Potential Rate Hikes

ByElena Brooks July 2, 2025July 2, 2025

HORRY COUNTY, S.C. – South Carolina’s newly signed Energy Security Act is drawing sharp debate across the state, with lawmakers and energy advocates warning that…

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Saluda Grade Trail Project Moves Forward After $28.5M Railroad Purchase
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Saluda Grade Trail Project Moves Forward After $28.5M Railroad Purchase

ByElena Brooks July 2, 2025July 2, 2025

SALUDA COUNTY, SC — Plans for the long-awaited Saluda Grade Trail are gaining momentum after a nonprofit finalized the $28.5 million purchase of 31.5 miles…

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South End Sees 106% Spike in Cellphone Thefts, CMPD Issues Public Warning
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South End Sees 106% Spike in Cellphone Thefts, CMPD Issues Public Warning

BySavannah Greene July 2, 2025July 1, 2025

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – A sharp uptick in cellphone thefts across Charlotte’s bustling South End has prompted a public alert from the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, which…

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South Carolina’s Hammock Coast Offers Quiet Beaches, Seafood Delights, and Affordable Charm
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South Carolina’s Hammock Coast Offers Quiet Beaches, Seafood Delights, and Affordable Charm

ByElena Brooks July 2, 2025July 1, 2025

GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. – While Charleston and Myrtle Beach steal the spotlight, savvy locals and in-the-know travelers are heading to South Carolina’s Hammock Coast —…

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10 Best Towns in South Carolina to Retire Comfortably
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10 Best Towns in South Carolina to Retire Comfortably

ByElena Brooks July 2, 2025July 1, 2025

SOUTH CAROLINA – Whether you’re craving porch swing mornings or riverside strolls, South Carolina has emerged as one of the nation’s top retirement destinations, offering…

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10 People Killed on South Carolina Roads Over Weekend, Highway Patrol Says
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10 People Killed on South Carolina Roads Over Weekend, Highway Patrol Says

ByElena Brooks July 2, 2025July 1, 2025

WALTERBORO, SC — A total of 10 people were killed on South Carolina roadways over the weekend, according to a preliminary report released by the…

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