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South Carolina leaders react to Middle East conflict escalation

South Carolina leaders react to Middle East conflict escalation

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — As tensions continue to rise in the Middle East, South Carolina's political figures and experts are weighing in on the situation. Dr. Josef Olmert, a Middle East scholar and retired professor from the University of South...

Alan Wilson, South Carolina's four-term GOP attorney general, enters 2026 governor's race

Alan Wilson, South Carolina's four-term GOP attorney general, enters 2026 governor's race

LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — Alan Wilson, the four-term Republican attorney general of South Carolina, kicked off his bid for the state’s first open gubernatorial race in 16 years, setting up a 2026 GOP primary contest that's likely to be a heated...

Barnwell Tissue Solutions Plans Barnwell, South Carolina, Operations

Barnwell Tissue Solutions Plans Barnwell, South Carolina, Operations

Related Research Barnwell Tissue Solutions, part of the ST Group of Companies, plans to establish operations in Barnwell, South Carolina. The $12 million project is expected to create 50 jobs. The investment will include the purchase of an...

Attorney General Alan Wilson announces run for governor of South Carolina: 'Beginning of a new fight'

Attorney General Alan Wilson announces run for governor of South Carolina: 'Beginning of a new fight'

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson launched his 2026 gubernatorial campaign. Wilson, a Republican, has served as attorney general since 2010. Several other candidates are also vying for the governorship, including State Sen. Josh...

Alan Wilson, South Carolina's four-term Republican attorney general, enters 2026 governor's race

Alan Wilson, South Carolina's four-term Republican attorney general, enters 2026 governor's race

LEXINGTON, S.C. – Alan Wilson, the four-term Republican attorney general of South Carolina, kicked off his bid for the state’s first open gubernatorial race in 16 years, setting up a 2026 GOP primary contest that's likely to be a heated...

South Carolina leaders, experts speak on Iran attack

South Carolina leaders, experts speak on Iran attack

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - State leaders are weighing in on President Donald Trump’s attack on Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend, a move that is sparking a discussion about its legality and presidential authority. Sen. Lindsey Graham, R –...

South Carolina unveils new, secure driver's license design

South Carolina unveils new, secure driver's license design

South Carolina unveils new, secure driver's license design Changes are coming for driver's licenses, beginner's permits and identification cards in South Carolina starting this fall. GEORGIA AND SOUTH CAROLINA LAWMAKERS REACT TO THE U-S AIR...

5 titleholders represent Lowcountry in Miss South Carolina competition

5 titleholders represent Lowcountry in Miss South Carolina competition

Five competitors from the Lowcountry are taking on the Miss South Carolina competition this week, which started Tuesday, June 24, and will conclude Saturday, June 28. Miss Summerville, Miss Summerville Teen, Miss Lowcountry, Miss Lowcountry Teen...

Ex-REO Speedwagon Frontman Kevin Cronin To Commemorate Live Aid’s 40th Anniversary by Donating Money to a Virginia Food Bank

Ex-REO Speedwagon Frontman Kevin Cronin To Commemorate Live Aid’s 40th Anniversary by Donating Money to a Virginia Food Bank

Longtime REO Speedwagon frontman Kevin Cronin has announced that he and his solo band will be making a generous charitable donation in honor of the upcoming 40th anniversary of the historic Live Aid concert. The star-studded event, which raised...

How many H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under the Wholesale Trade industry in NC South Carolina Times publication area during 2024?

How many H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under the Wholesale Trade industry in NC South Carolina Times publication area during 2024?

Ur Mendoza Jaddou, Director of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. | https://www.uscis.gov/about-us/organization/leadership/ur-m-jaddou-director-us-citizenship-and-immigration-servicesUr Mendoza Jaddou, Director of the U.S. Citizenship...

Body of 70-year-old man pulled from South Carolina waters

Body of 70-year-old man pulled from South Carolina waters

Body of 70-year-old man pulled from South Carolina waters Deputies were told the man was on a boat, jumped in the water and never resurfaced. GEORGIA AND SOUTH CAROLINA LAWMAKERS REACT TO THE U-S AIR STRIKES ON IRAN. HOW THEY'RE REACTIONS DIFFER...

Changes coming to South Carolina driver's licenses

Changes coming to South Carolina driver's licenses

South Carolina unveils new, secure driver's license design WE HAVE A LOOK AT TODAY’S TOP NEWS STORIES, TRAFFIC AND WEATHER ALL BEFORE YOU HEAD OUT THE DOOR. WE START WITH BREAKING NEWS IN GREENVILLE COUNTY. RIGHT NOW, TWO SUSPECTS ARE IN CUSTODY...

VA Purchase Loans in South Carolina average $352,792 for Q4 2024

VA Purchase Loans in South Carolina average $352,792 for Q4 2024

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for South Carolina in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $352,792, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.The VA assists service members, veterans and eligible surviving spouses to achieve...

1 person killed, 9 injured in shooting at Juneteenth celebration in South Carolina

1 person killed, 9 injured in shooting at Juneteenth celebration in South Carolina

1 person killed, 9 injured in shooting at Juneteenth celebration in South Carolina Deputies said the shooting happened after a fight broke out. GEORGIA AND SOUTH CAROLINA LAWMAKERS REACT TO THE U-S AIR STRIKES ON IRAN. HOW THEY'RE REACTIONS DIFFER...

Florence food truck park owners say road construction is hurting business

Florence food truck park owners say road construction is hurting business

FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — Florence food truck park owners are complaining that road construction is hurting their business. Kaylea and Wade Holt have owned 'Eats On the Creek' at the corner of Holly Circle and West Palmetto Street in Florence for...

US: Woman dead, at least 9 injured after Juneteenth mass shooting in South Carolina

US: Woman dead, at least 9 injured after Juneteenth mass shooting in South Carolina

One person has died and at least nine others were injured after a shooting at a Juneteenth celebration in South Carolina over the weekend. More than 100 law enforcement officers and rescue workers were called to what officers described as a...

Former employee at Upstate business headed to federal prison, ordered to pay $2.2 million, DOJ says

Former employee at Upstate business headed to federal prison, ordered to pay $2.2 million, DOJ says

Former part-time bookkeeper in Duncan, South Carolina, sentenced to 3 years for $2.2M fraud scheme WE HAVE A LOOK AT TODAY’S TOP NEWS STORIES, TRAFFIC AND WEATHER ALL BEFORE YOU HEAD OUT THE DOOR. WE START WITH BREAKING NEWS IN GREENVILLE COUNTY....

South Carolina Ranks No. 1 In Top Hidden Beaches, A New Study Says

South Carolina Ranks No. 1 In Top Hidden Beaches, A New Study Says

Two beaches on South Carolina's Edisto Island are cited as hidden, secluded beaches in a new study. (Photo by: Wolfgang Kaehler/Avalon/Universal Images Group via Getty Images) Avalon/Universal Images Group via Getty Images If you are looking for a...

‘Not a career politician’: Dr. Priya Punnoose to run in Democratic race for Virginia’s District 11

‘Not a career politician’: Dr. Priya Punnoose to run in Democratic race for Virginia’s District 11

Dr. Priya Punnoose, a psychiatrist specializing in child, adolescent, and adult mental health, has announced her run for Virginia’s 11th Congressional District. She announced her candidacy for the June 28 Democratic primary, seeking to fill the...

$12M worth Dawn Staley reveals one Hall of Fame award that means the most to South Carolina HC

$12M worth Dawn Staley reveals one Hall of Fame award that means the most to South Carolina HC

Dawn Staley has been one of the most influential figures in USA women's basketball. She was a fantastic player who had an illustrious career filled with trophies, and then she dived into coaching and became one of the most prominent names in...

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