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Dutch Bros Coffee to open first South Carolina location in Summerville
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCIV) — Dutch Bros Coffee, a prominent name in the drive-thru coffee industry, is set to open its first location in Summerville in the summer of 2025. The new shop will be located at 101 Angus Drive near Berlin G Myers Parkway...

An income tax cut in South Carolina just went into effect. Here's what it does
South Carolina's new budget reduces the top income tax rate from 6.2% to 6%, aiming to boost economic competitiveness. COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina’s new state budget has taken effect, bringing with it a tax break for those in the highest...

Gov. Newsom to tour rural South Carolina this week
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is heading to the political battleground state of South Carolina on Monday to campaign with that state's Democratic Party. According to the party's press release on Newsom's visit, the governor is headlining a swing...
South Carolina Inmate’s Extortion Scheme Leads To Michigan Suicide; Gets 22 Years
From Behind Bars to Decades More: SC Inmate’s Twisted Extortion Plot Ends in 20-Year Sentence After Victim’s Tragic Suicide A South Carolina man already serving time for violent crimes has been handed a staggering 272-month (over 22 years) federal...

Trump administration withholds millions in funding for South Carolina schools
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — The Trump administration is withholding millions in funding that South Carolina schools were supposed to receive on July 1. It’s part of a freeze on more than $6 billion in Congressionally approved grants while the...

DPH urges precautions as South Carolina faces extreme heat
submitted With temperatures expected to soar across South Carolina this week, the state Department of Public Health is warning residents to take extra precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses. The National Weather Service’s HeatRisk Map...

Gavin Newsom swings through South Carolina, where Democrats will play pivotal 2028 nominating role

SHOCKER: Vanderbilt, Diego Pavia will STUN South Carolina, LaNorris Sellers this season
Host breaks down the high-stakes matchup, analyzing key strategies for a VANDERBILT victory at Williams-Brice Stadium. Author: wtsp.com Published: 11:12 PM EDT July 7, 2025 Updated: 11:12 PM EDT July 7, 2025

South Carolina’s Education Scholarship Program hits 10,000 student cap for 2025-26
The South Carolina Education Scholarship Trust Fund (ESTF) program has reached its enrollment cap of 10,000 students for the 2025–26 school year, the state Department of Education announced Monday. The milestone marks a significant expansion of...

SBA Relief Still Available to South Carolina Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by Drought
ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in South Carolina of the July 21 deadline to apply for low interest federal disaster loans to offset economic losses...

Schneeberger announces first South Carolina operation
ROCK HILL, S.C. — Schneeberger, a global leader in linear technology, announced Monday its decision to establish its first South Carolina operation in Rock Hill. The $3.2 million investment will create over 100 jobs in the next five years. The...

Ole Miss, South Carolina, Georgia, Cincy pushing for four-star PF Jalan Wingfield
Jalan Wingfield is beginning to schedule official visits. It's coming close to time for Jalan Wingfield, the No. 106 overall recruit in the 2026 class, to start scheduling his official visits. The 6-foot-8, 225-pound power forward out of Atlanta...

Camden South Carolina gets bus route starting in August
Camden launches its first city bus route, King Haigler Express, on August 4th with free rides during the pilot phase. CAMDEN, S.C. — The city of Camden is getting its own downtown bus route. “We are investing in common sense solutions that help...

Gunfire reported outside South Carolina Walmart; 1 suspect captured, 1 wanted
Gunfire reported outside South Carolina Walmart; 1 suspect captured, 1 wanted The incident involved a Walmart employee and two other people. KEEP IT HERE. SAVANNAH POLICE HAVE ARRESTED A THIRD SUSPECT IN CONNECTION TO THE OGLETHORPE MALL SHOOTOUT....

South Carolina community revels in military flyover for Independence Day

Virginia’s Slave Code Act of 1705 and South Carolina’s Negro Slave Act of 1740
When a budget labor financial system in America transformed from indentured servitude to the enslavement of Black individuals, the regulation needed to change to replicate the creation of a legalized backside class in America. Black individuals...

Officials make arrest after South Carolina boat crash that killed 2 people
Officials make arrest after South Carolina boat crash that killed 2 people SCDNR said a boat operator was found to be under the influence during a field sobriety test after the crash. KEEP IT HERE. SAVANNAH POLICE HAVE ARRESTED A THIRD SUSPECT IN...

New study offers some insights on South Carolina infrastructure

Why are flags flying at half-staff in South Carolina?
South Carolina flags will be flying at half-staff Monday, July 7. Here's what to know about Gov. Henry McMaster's half-staff flag order. Why are flags at half-staff in South Carolina? McMaster ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff Monday, July...

Earthquake reported near South Carolina-Georgia state line
Earthquake reported near South Carolina-Georgia state line The United States Geological Survey has confirmed a weekend earthquake near the South Carolina-Georgia state line. KEEP IT HERE. SAVANNAH POLICE HAVE ARRESTED A THIRD SUSPECT IN CONNECTION...