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Dorchester County school districts outline plans for penny sales tax revenue

DORCHESTER COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) - After Dorchester County voters approved a penny sales tax for schools, the county’s two school districts are sharing their priorities for the money. The tax takes effect April 1, 2027, and will remain in place for 15 years. Dorchester School District Two will receive...

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Man gets federal prison time for flying drone onto S.C. prison yard

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - A man has received a federal prison sentence after flying a drone onto a South Carolina prison yard. On March 14, 2025, at 5 a.m., law enforcement responded to reports of a drone flying near Lieber Correctional Facility in Ridgeville in Dorchester County. Investigators found Quinzell Robinson, 47, of Sumter, leaving the woods near the facility with a drone and a bag.

Dorchester County, SC · 1d
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College Sports Network

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“Winning the Next 20 National Championships”: Fans React as Dawn Staley Adds 5-Star Recruit to Loaded South Carolina Roster

Dawn Staley is already considered one of the best recruiters in college women’s basketball, and now she has signed another five-star high school player to the South Carolina Gamecocks. St. James High School guard Jezelle “GG” Banks will officially be a Gamecock after signing with the school on Tuesday. View this post on Instagram A post shared by South Carolina Women’s Basketball (@gamecockwbb) Banks chose Dawn Staley’s South Carolina over other programs, including LSU, Texas, Arizona State, Auburn, Arizona and Alabama. The five-star combo guard is ranked No. 4 overall by 247Sports, and her signing has many fans on Instagram excited for the Gamecocks’ future. “we winning the next 20 nattys,” said one person. “South Carolina never losing again lawd hammercy… GG & Edward’s?!” proclaimed another fan. “ BOOM I TOLD YALL! She waited to see how them guards were gonna do playing together and she see she need some more grit . Jordan Tessa and Jerzey are buckets but they’re not the crash out the gritty. Now we’re set ,” a South Carolina fan said. “This young lady @jezelle_gg is true to her word and knew where she wanted to be! She spoke this into existence a couple years

Columbia, SC · 1d

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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 · 2d
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The Post and Courier

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Popular Northeast burrito chain to make first move into SC, starting with the Upstate

GREENVILLE — Bubbakoo’s Burritos is moving into the Carolinas as they expand further across the East Coast. Their first stores to open in South Carolina will be in Greenville and Spartanburg. Michael Lassen, vice president of development, says that expansion into the Carolinas is a “natural progression” for the company. “Our growth model is we see the Carolinas being very strong for us,” Lassen said. As Bubbakoo’s expanded further, the Carolinas and Georgia were skipped over as the brand migrated to Florida. Founded in 2008 in Point Pleasant, N.J., the company has expanded to over 160 location...

Greenville, SC · 2d

Animal of Things

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Feral Pig Hunting in South Carolina: Seasons, Night Hunts, and Legal Rules

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Photo by Doğan Alpaslan Demir / pexels Feral pig hunting in South Carolina is one of the least restricted hunting activities in the state, but “few restrictions” does not mean “no rules.” Daylight hunting on private land runs all year, night hunting requires a registered property, and moving a live hog can land you in legal trouble fast. Wild hogs now occur … This article, Feral Pig Hunting in South Carolina: Seasons, Night Hunts, and Legal Rules , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Drew a General Buck Tag in Utah? Your Rifle Hunt Is Nine Days Long • Texas Rifle Deer Season Opens Nov. 7, 2026: Dates, Zones and Rules • Elk Hunting Season in Pennsylvania: Dates, Draw Rules, and Zones for 2026-27

South Carolina · 21h

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The Same Family Has Run This South Carolina Mexican Restaurant For Nearly Six Decades

One burrito on this menu is named after a loyal customer who has been eating there since it opened in 1968. That is loyalty you can wrap in a tortilla. The Stockwells have run this South Carolina kitchen since it opened, and the founders’ son is known to stop by tables to greet guests.

South Carolina · 2d

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Saluda begins what it hopes is a run to AA state title against Orangeburg-Wilkinson

Head coach Greg Woerner said Tigers are taking the journey one game at a time. Saluda – This has been a special season for the Saluda High School football team. The Tigers are 8-2 on the season, won the region title in a region that included the defending AA state champion, got the No. 2 seed in the lower state portion of the bracket in the state playoffs and the first-round bye that came with it.

Saluda, SC · 1d

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Shepherd’s Pie, Irish Stew, And Live Celtic Music Make This South Carolina Pub A Hidden Gem

Some of the best meals in South Carolina hide behind doors you might walk right past. I went in expecting a quick bite and came out planning my next visit before I even reached the car. Picture a warm plate of shepherd’s pie, a bowl of slow-cooked stew, and a...

South Carolina · 1d

Charleston City Paper

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North Charleston man serves decades in prison over armed thefts worth $923

Nearly 70% of the inmates serving life sentences under South Carolina’s two-strikes and three-strikes law are Black, ranging in age from 35 to 85 years old, according to S.C. Department of Corrections (SCDC) data. The sentencing law, passed by the S.C. General Assembly in 1995, gives prosecutors the option...

North Charleston, SC · 2d

HBCU Gameday

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South Carolina State unveils $330 million transformation of HBCU campus

South Carolina State University is undergoing a massive transformation, with approximately $330 million in construction and facility improvements The post South Carolina State unveils $330 million transformation of HBCU campus appeared first on HBCU Gameday .

Orangeburg, SC · 2d

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This South Carolina Steakhouse Serves Black Angus Steaks Overlooking A Historic Mill Pond

An alligator nicknamed Old George has been known to cruise past the windows while diners cut into 40-day aged Black Angus steaks. That’s a dinner view you won’t find at the mall. The restaurant sits inside old buildings that once served as a post office and general store....

South Carolina · 1d

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Georgia, South Carolina Shelve Jasper Terminal

Georgia and South Carolina have halted work on the long-planned Jasper Ocean Terminal, setting aside a binational port project once envisioned as one of North America’s largest container facilities. The Georgia Ports Authority and South Carolina Ports agreed in a May 19 letter to “stand down” all work on...

South Carolina · 1d

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Eagles Heading to Orangeburg for First-Place Showdown

ORANGEBURG, S.C. – The North Carolina Central University football program will head to Oliver C. Dawson Stadium on Saturday for a first-place showdown against the Bulldogs of No. 18/20 South Carolina State. Kickoff is set for 1:30 p.m. The game will air live on ESPN+, then re-air on ESPNU...

Durham, NC · 1d

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This South Carolina Vintage Paradise Has More Than 65 Dealers Under One Roof

An old furniture barn on a busy stretch of road now holds more than 65 vendor booths and a brownie bar. Honestly, that combination got my attention fast. Shoppers can browse mid-century modern furniture, vintage collectibles, handmade jewelry, local art, clothing, and even a notable collection of boots. Vendors refresh their displays all the time, so the stock changes daily and no two trips look alike.

Lexington, SC · 2d

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Renters in an Unassuming State Got Slammed With the Biggest Rent Hike in America After Everyone Moved There

Southern hospitality is coming with a steeper price tag. Tenants in South Carolina have watched their housing bills climb faster than anywhere else in the nation, with the state’s median gross rent rocketing 19.2% in just two years, according to a new analysis. The typical South Carolina renter forked...

South Carolina · 1d

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Freeze threat could wipe out Johns Island fall crops as temps dip to 29 this weekend

JOHNS ISLAND, S.C. (WCIV) — Farmers on Johns Island are rushing to protect crops and livestock as a cold snap this weekend threatens to bring temperatures low enough to damage vegetation. When temperatures drop below 32 degrees, plant cells can freeze, raising the risk of crop losses for area farms.

South Carolina · 14h

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Former SC Gov. David Beasley seeks to bring civility back into politics

Former South Carolina Governor David Beasley has had a storied political career on both local and international stages. Elected at just 21 years old as a Democrat to the South Carolina House in 1979, Beasley rose through the ranks to become the youngest speaker pro tempore and majority leader in the nation.

South Carolina · 1d

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These 10 South Carolina Spots Serve Handmade Dumplings Worth Coming Back For

A single good dumpling can take dozens of tiny folds, pressed by hand, one after another. I love that something so small asks for that much patience. Across South Carolina, cooks are doing that careful work every day. Some wrappers come from Chinese and Japanese traditions. Others come from Korean,...

South Carolina · 2d

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Award-Winning South Carolina Chef Changed His Restaurant Plans After His Daughter Introduced Him to a Strange New Business

Award-winning chef Michael Donovan originally came to Myrtle Beach looking for a place to open his own restaurant. Then he discovered an entirely different kind of kitchen, one where customers make colorful slime instead of meals. Donovan had never heard of Slime Kitchen until his 10-year-old daughter recognized the business...

Myrtle Beach, SC · 1d