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Cases of this drug-resistant disease climb in SC. Here's the best defense

South Carolina has recorded more cases of shigellosis, a drug-resistant disease spread through contaminated food, water or sexual contact, than at this point last year. Health officials say the numbers have been dropping since a July peak and there is no cause for alarm. FULL STORY: Sexually transmitted, drug-resistant disease reported in SC. Latest case counts Here are key takeaways: The South Carolina Public Health Department reported 165 shigellosis cases so far this year, up from 135 during the same period in 2025. Most patients were adult men ages 18 to 49. “Currently, there are no outbreaks or reasons for the public to have increased concern,” a health department spokesperson said. Cases peaked in July and have declined since. Shigella spreads through contaminated food or water, close contact or sexual activity. The CDC says swallowing even a small amount of the germs, which are found in feces, can make someone sick. Symptoms include diarrhea, stomach cramps and fever, typically starting a day or two after exposure and lasting about a week. A person can remain infectious for up to two more weeks after symptoms end. Nationally, shigellosis causes an estimated 450,000 infections a year, with about 242,000 resistant to antibiotics

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‘The Price is Right' for winner of South Carolina lottery game's grand prize

When a fan of “The Price is Right” saw that the South Carolina Education Lottery named a scratch-off ticket after the game show, he bought two tickets, officials said Thursday in a news release. The numbers he revealed on one scratch-off ticket were definitely right, as the man won the game’s $200,000 grand prize , according to the release. The six-figure winning game was sold for $5 at the K D store on South Palmer Street in the Ridgeway area of Fairfield County, officials said. The man didn’t say how he plans to spend his newfound windfall, but told officials “life has changed a little bit.” The winner will be allowed to retain some privacy, as South Carolina is one of 11 states — along with Arizona, Delaware, Georgia, Kansas, Maryland, New Jersey, North Dakota, Ohio, Texas and Virginia — that allow lottery winners to remain anonymous . It was one of “ The Price is Right ” lottery game’s four grand prize winning tickets, officials said. Two more game tickets carrying the grand prize are still unclaimed. The winner overcame 810,000-to-1 odds to capture the game’s jackpot, according to the release. The K D store received a $2,000 commission

South Carolina · 10h

The State

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SC man was killed and there's a search for who pulled the trigger, cops say

A South Carolina man was recently killed and there’s a search for another man who’s wanted on a murder charge, according to the Orangeburg Department of Public Safety . Mikedrell Jamal Jackson, a 38-year-old from Orangeburg, was identified as the man who died Nov. 7, the department of public safety said in a news release. At about 4 a.m. last Saturday, officers responded to report of a person being shot at 830 Five Chop Road in Orangeburg, according to the release. The officers found a man, later identified as Jackson, suffering from injuries, and he later died, the department of public safety said. No other injuries were reported. Officers identified 44-year-old Sam T. Mosley as a suspect, and warrants have been issued for his arrest, according to the release. In addition to murder, Mosley is wanted on possession of a weapon during violent crime and possession of a weapon by a convicted felon charges, the department of public safety said. Information about a prior connection between Jackson and Mosley was not available. There was no word on a motive for the gunfire, but the department of public safety said that officers are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting

Orangeburg, SC · 2d

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Six South Carolina Restaurants Where Prime Rib Is Still A Weekly Ritual

Some dinners are just meals, but prime rib night is a standing date that people plan their whole week around. Across South Carolina, a handful of restaurants still roll out this slow-roasted classic on a set night, and the regulars know exactly when to show up. A few of these...

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Updated South Carolina High School Football Playoff Brackets: Scores, Matchups for Nov. 13

Updated South Carolina high school football playoff brackets with Nov. 6 scores, Nov. 13 second-round matchups and 2026 SCHSL championship dates.

South Carolina · 10h

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SC Man arrested in Asheville Hotel

An individual from South Carolina was apprehended by Asheville Police in a local hotel, following an undisclosed incident. Authorities are providing initial details as the investigation into the arrest unfolds. Ashevile -- November 11, 2026: A South Carolina federal inmate who escaped custody over the weekend was captured Tuesday morning...

Asheville, NC · 1d

The State

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The best nursing homes in SC for 2027, from US News & World Report

U.S. News & World Report released its 2027 Best Nursing Homes report on Tuesday, Nov. 10, and dozens of South Carolina facilities made the list. The group has served as an independent, data-driven guide for families navigating short-term rehabilitation or long-term care choices since 2009. “Choosing a nursing home — whether for short-term rehabilitation following a surgery or illness like stroke, or for long-term residency — is one of the most crucial healthcare decisions a family can make,” said Jordan Derk, Ph.D., senior care researcher at U.S. News. “The Best Nursing Homes ratings are designed to equip families with transparent quality metrics so they can make confident, informed care decisions alongside their healthcare providers.” There are more than 14,600 skilled nursing facilities evaluated across all 50 states and Washington, D.C., and only 18% of evaluated nursing homes earned a “Best Nursing Home” designation for 2027. To determine the ratings, U.S. News analyzed data about staffing, patients’ health outcomes and results of government-conducted health and safety outcomes. The State has previously reported on the best nursing homes in SC using different metrics from KFF, a leading U.S. health policy tracker. In SC, there are 187 licensed nursing homes, and 31 received

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Driver killed when SUV runs off South Carolina road and flips over, cops say

A driver was killed in a recent crash where an SUV ran off the road and flipped over, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol . The single-vehicle collision happened early Monday morning in Clarendon County, said Master Trooper William Bennett. At about 4:20 a.m., a 2011 Toyota 4Runner was driving south on U.S. 15/St. Paul Road , according to Bennett. Near the intersection with Gayle Road the SUV ran off the left side of U.S. 15, Bennett said. The SUV swerved back onto the road before again running off the left side of the road where it overturned, according to Bennett. The driver died at the scene, Bennett said. The Clarendon County Coroner’s Office identified Pamela Brook Paschall, a 24-year-old from Sumter, as the driver who died , the Sumter Item reported. Bennett said there were two passengers in the SUV, and neither was hurt. No other injuries were reported. There was no word if anyone involved in the wreck was wearing a seatbelt. Information about what caused the SUV to veer off the road was not available, but the crash continues to be investigated by the Highway Patrol. Through Sunday, 756 people had died on South Carolina roads

Clarendon County, SC · 12h

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Seven South Carolina Diners That Serve Comfort Food All Winter Without Charging Much

Winter in South Carolina may be mild, but a chilly morning still calls for a hot plate and a booth. Across the state, a handful of hometown diners keep the griddles busy all season long without emptying anyone’s wallet. Most of these spots sit in the $10 to $20...

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Flu flares in CSRA with some schools closing as virus hits early

Health experts report widespread flu activity in South Carolina, and the flu is arriving earlier this season than last season.

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The Post and Courier

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36 charged across 16 SC counties in drug operation with ties to Mexican cartel, US attorney says

COLUMBIA — A multi-state Homeland Security Task Force investigation involving drug trafficking and money laundering that spans international borders led to 36 people being charged, U.S. Attorney Bryan Stirling announced Nov. 10, flanked by over a dozen federal, state and local law enforcement officials. The operation impacted 16 counties in South Carolina across the Midlands, Pee Dee, the Grand Strand and the Lowcountry as well as the Aiken and Augusta areas. The case was investigated in coordination with 27 state law enforcement agencies, including the State Law Enforcement Division, the Colu...

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SLED charges third woman in insurance fraud case

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WIS) - The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) has charged another woman in an insurance fraud case involving Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Tationna Lashawn Sowell, 33, is charged with Presenting a False Claim for Insurance Payment – Value $10,000 or More on Nov. 10. According to a...

Richland County, SC · 9h

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3 Things South Carolinians Pay More for at Food Lion Than They Realize

Miss a Food Lion delivery, and a second attempt can cost you $15. Charges like that don’t show up on the shelf tag. Here’s what South Carolinians pay more for at Food Lion than they realize. 1. Home Delivery Fees. Food Lion’s home delivery costs more than picking...

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Feds announce huge cartel-linked bust with ties to the CSRA

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) — Thirty‑six people are charged in a multi‑state Homeland Security Task Force investigation that included the Aiken-Augusta area. Prosecutors said Tuesday that the Mexico‑based organization with ties to the Sinaloa cartel funneled massive amounts of fentanyl and other narcotics into South Carolina and beyond, and that nine of the defendants are in the country illegally.

Aiken County, SC · 2d

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Retired game wardens inducted into state’s hall of fame

Mills and Mitchum enshrined in S.C. Law Enforcement Officers Hall of Fame. Two retired S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) law enforcement officers, Staff Sergeant Lee “Skeet” Mills Jr. and Staff Sergeant Francis Mitchum, were inducted into the South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers Hall of Fame during ceremonies, Oct. 28. The career game wardens were honored in recognition of their extraordinary service and lasting contributions to law enforcement in South Carolina.

South Carolina · 12h

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Family seeks help finding missing NKY man with cancer after trip to South Carolina

MAYSVILLE, Ky. (WKRC) - Frank Glover, a 67-year-old man from Maysville, has been missing for more than a week after trying to return home from South Carolina, and his family is asking for help finding him. Patricia Anderson, a relative who traveled to South Carolina with Glover, said they were...

Maysville, KY · 1d

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Laurens Academy plays at undefeated Jefferson Davis with berth in SCISA 8-man title game on the line

Senior quarterback Ethan Collins will be trying to help Crusaders to 3rd straight championship appearance. Laurens – Laurens Academy has played for the SCISA 8-man football state title for two straight years. It is one win away from making it three in a row after topping Wardlaw 42-8 on November 6. However, the Crusaders have a big test ahead if they hope to make it back.

Laurens, SC · 23h

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Eight South Carolina Seafood Buffets Where Crab Legs Keep Coming Long After Beach Season

The beach towels are packed away, the traffic on Highway 17 has calmed down, and the crab legs along the Grand Strand are still piling up on plates. South Carolina’s coast has a buffet tradition that does not take a break when summer ends. Many of these dining rooms...

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Traffic flowing at GA/SC state line following crash

UPDATE, 11:26am – As of this update, traffic is flowing at the state line. NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (WJBF) – Traffic at the Georgia-Carolina state line is at a crawl following a crash. According to South Carolina Department of Transportation’s (SCDOT) website, the right westbound lane (coming into Augusta) is shut down. The site says traffic […]

Augusta, GA · 2d

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You’ll Want To Drive Across South Carolina For The Fried Chicken At This Unassuming Restaurant

If someone told you that the best fried chicken in South Carolina was hiding inside a plain, gray building on Bluff Road in Columbia with a cracked parking lot and zero pretension, you’d probably want to verify that claim personally, and you absolutely should. That place is Bernie’s Chicken,...

Columbia, SC · 21h