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Democrat Annie Andrews wins US Senate election in South Carolina over Republican Darline Graham
WASHINGTON — Annie Andrews won a stunning victory in South Carolina, shattering decades of Republican dominance to become the first Democrat elected to the U.S. Senate from the deeply conservative … more
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Republican Wes Climer wins election to U.S. House in South Carolina's 5th Congressional District
WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican Wes Climer wins election to U.S. House in South Carolina's 5th Congressional District. more
Democrat James Clyburn wins reelection to U.S. House in South Carolina's 6th Congressional District
WASHINGTON (AP) — Sumter native Democrat James Clyburn wins reelection to U.S. House in South Carolina's 6th Congressional District. more
SCDNR officers inducted into South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers Hall of Fame
COLUMBIA — Two retired South Carolina Department of Natural Resources law enforcement officers, Staff Sgt. Lee “Skeet” Mills Jr. and Staff Sgt. Francis Mitchum, were inducted Wednesday, Oct. … more
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Trump lends support for Darline Graham in South Carolina as Republican anxiety rises in Senate race
FORT MILL — Annie Andrews has a request for voters in South Carolina who haven't sent a Democrat to the U.S. Senate in nearly three decades: Just give me a chance. "Let's try something new for … more
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State Museum announces new exhibition, Tiny Titans: Dinosaur Eggs & Babies, opening in January 2027
COLUMBIA – This January, South Carolina State Museum is set to host the exhibition Tiny Titans: Dinosaur Eggs & Babies. Opening Jan. 23, 2027, the new exhibition offers a rare look at dinosaur … more
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DSS to launch Healthy Food SC pilot program to encourage healthier habits
South Carolina Department of Social Services is launching the Healthy Food SC project, a two-year initiative designed to help households receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits … more
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SCDNR investigating Canada goose mortalities in Charleston area
CHARLESTON — South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is investigating a die-off involving Canada geese in the Charleston and Mount Pleasant area. Avian influenza is suspected, and a specimen … more
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DPH urges safe medication disposal ahead of Drug Take Back Day
COLUMBIA – The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) encourages residents to participate in the upcoming National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 24, by cleaning out … more
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South Carolina's drought conditions improve; Sumter, Clarendon still in severe status
COLUMBIA -- South Carolina Drought Response Committee met on Oct. 13 to evaluate drought conditions across the state. The DRC is the state’s primary drought decision-making body, responsible for … more
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Make your Plan to Vote Early for the November 3 Statewide General Election
COLUMBIA - The State Election Commission (SEC) is encouraging voters who want to vote early in the upcoming statewide General Election on Nov. 3 to make a plan to cast their ballot. Voters can make … more
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Feud spills onto South Carolina debate stage as Darline Graham, Annie Andrews snipe in Senate race
COLUMBIA — Sen. Darline Graham, R-S.C., and Democratic nominee Annie Andrews took their campaign trail sniping to the debate stage Sunday night, with each candidate arguing their case for the … more
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Republicans to spend $5 million in South Carolina Senate race as Trump plans trip there
WASHINGTON — The primary Senate Republican super PAC is sending reinforcements to deep red South Carolina as President Donald Trump prepares to travel there to boost Sen. Darline Graham. The … more
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SCETV+ launches Oct. 10, bringing local and national programming together in one South Carolina streaming experience
COLUMBIA – South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) will launch SCETV+ on Oct. 10, giving audiences a new way to discover and stream SCETV programs, including national content from some of … more
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S.C. Gov. McMaster issues Manufacturing Month proclamation
COLUMBIA – Gov. Henry McMaster has recognized October 2026 as South Carolina Manufacturing Month and Friday, Oct. 2, as National Manufacturing Day. The proclamation was presented during a … more
FBI Columbia Summer Heat 2.0 numbers surpass 2025 results
LEXINGTON — FBI Columbia announced this week the successful conclusion of Operation Summer Heat 2.0, an FBI-led nationwide initiative to crush violent crime.  The FBI Columbia Field … more
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DPH encourages residents to get vaccinated as flu season starts
COLUMBIA – As the 2026-27 flu season begins, the South Carolina Department of Public Health recommends residents take steps to avoid illness, including getting an annual seasonal influenza vaccine. … more
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Multi-state nighttime operation removes 78 unsafe commercial motor vehicle drivers from roadways
COLUMBIA - A coordinated, four-state nighttime commercial motor vehicle enforcement operation resulted in 78 drivers and 25 vehicles being placed out of service after 568 inspections conducted on … more
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FEMA announces nearly $5.5 million for South Carolina recovery
ATLANTA — FEMA is awarding nearly $5.5 million to South Carolina, funding nine projects that will accelerate disaster recovery and build resilience in communities. With this funding, President … more
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South Carolina ETV and Public Radio to host, broadcast and livestream South Carolina Election 2026 U.S. Senate debate
COLUMBIA  – South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) will host, broadcast and livestream a South Carolina Election 2026 U.S. Senate debate on Sunday, Oct. 11, at 7 p.m. from SCETV studios … more
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