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South Carolina's Attorney General Brings Relief to Crime Victims in the Lowcountry

October 31, 2024

In a significant move, South Carolina's Attorney General, Alan Wilson, is all set to unveil substantial grants aimed at aiding crime victims in the Lowcountry. The announcement is scheduled for Thursday morning at 11, with Louise Carson, the executive director of the Children’s Recovery Center, join

science

Catch a Glimpse: Comet A3 Visits Earth After 80,000 Years

October 13, 2024

A comet named A3, which hasn't passed by Earth in 80,000 years, recently made an appearance in the skies of South Carolina. This comet, originating from the distant Oort Cloud, is a rare sight. The Oort Cloud is a vast region filled with icy bodies and debris, believed to be remnants from the format

sports

Fall Sports in South Carolina: How Hurricane Helene Changed the Game

October 8, 2024

Hurricane Helene has left its mark on South Carolina, causing some major shift in the fall sports schedule. The South Carolina High School League (SCHSL) held a virtual meeting to figure out how to make up for the missed games. About 66 football games were canceled statewide due to school closures c

education

South Carolina Schools Get Meal Flexibility After Hurricane Helene

October 4, 2024

Hurricane Helene has left many South Carolina schools in a tough spot. The storm made it hard for them to follow the usual meal rules, which can be strict and time-consuming. But here's some good news: the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has stepped in to help. They've given schools more flexi

weather

Storm's Aftermath: Power Cuts and Road Closures in South Carolina

October 2, 2024

When Hurricane Helene hit South Carolina, it brought strong winds and heavy rain that caused serious damage. The storm left many people without power, especially those living in the Midlands region. The outage map showed over 50,000 residents were affected by power cuts. In Richland County alone, mo

weather

Surprise Tornadoes Strike South Carolina During Hurricane Helene

October 2, 2024

Last month, the Midlands region of South Carolina experienced a sudden outbreak of tornadoes as Hurricane Helene hit. With at least six twisters confirmed and more possibly on the way, residents were caught off guard. Initially, people expected severe flooding to be the main threat from this storm. ...

politics

Rebuilding After the Storm: A New Beginning for South Carolina

September 30, 2024

Hurricane Helene left a trail of destruction in its wake, affecting 14 counties in South Carolina. In the aftermath of the disaster, President Biden took swift action to declare a major disaster, unlocking federal funding for those in need. This decision is a crucial step towards restarting the live

crime

Silent Justice: A Tale of Lethal Injection

September 21, 2024

In the deep south state of South Carolina, a convicted killer named Freddie Owens has met his maker. In a dramatic turn of events, the 46-year-old man was put to death by lethal injection, marking the first execution in the state in 13 long years. Owens' story is a complex web of crime, justice, and

weather

Stormy Weather Ahead: Potential Tropical Cyclone 8 Brings Heavy Rain and Flood Warnings to the Mid-Atlantic

September 16, 2024

As the Mid-Atlantic region gears up for another round of stormy weather, residents are on high alert for potential tropical cyclone 8 (PTC 8). This system, currently situated off the North Carolina and South Carolina coastlines, has already brought heavy rain and thunderstorms to the area, with mill

education

King's Dream Takes Shape: SC Public High Schools to Receive Free Civics Curriculum

September 16, 2024

The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) has announced a new initiative to provide public high schools with a free civics curriculum inspired by the teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The curriculum, based on Anderson University professor Dr. Matt Daniels' book Civil Rights: A Global P