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Rail Safety Week in Columbia kicks off as state reports dozens of crossing collisions

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Public safety agencies and rail officials gathered in downtown Columbia to kick off Rail Safety Week with Operation Clear the Tracks. The initiative aims to curb preventable crossing crashes and trespassing along train tracks. Organized by Operation Lifesaver, the nationwide campaign highlights the critical dangers surrounding...

Columbia, SC · 09-23
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Diesel prices hit record highs in Georgia, South Carolina

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - AAA reports that the highest recorded average price of diesel in Georgia and South Carolina was on Saturday. The statewide average in Georgia reached $6.35 a gallon. It was $5.47 a month ago and $3.55 a year ago. In South Carolina, the average price for a...

Georgia · 09-21
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South Carolina DOT to Close, Detour Loop Ramps on I-26/I-95 Project

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) will temporarily close and detour the I-26 westbound loop ramp to I-95 southbound and the I-95 northbound loop ramp to I-26 westbound beginning the night of Monday, September 21. Both loop ramps will be closed starting September 21 at 7:00 p.m. and reopen...

South Carolina · 09-21
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WCBD Count on 2

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South Carolina gas prices climb as Lowcountry drivers cut back on everyday expenses

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) — Drivers across the Lowcountry are adjusting their budgets as gas prices continue to climb in South Carolina and across the country. The average price for a gallon of regular gas in South Carolina reached $4.03 Monday, according to GasBuddy. That is up more than 15 cents from a week ago, nearly […]

South Carolina · 09-21

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Child Passenger Safety Week, which runs through Saturday, Sept. 26

Aiken, SC · 09-22

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Accident on I-20 slows westbound traffic in South Carolina

Aiken, SC · 09-21

FOX Carolina

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Pump Check: How much of what you pay for gas in South Carolina is actually taxes?

South Carolina · 09-21

Queen City News

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South Carolina gas prices up 51 cents in one week; diesel costs reach all-time high

AAA states diesel prices in South Carolina are at a record high of $6.15 a gallon, nearly $2.69 more than a year ago.

South Carolina · 09-22

Charleston City Paper

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Gas prices soar as politicians talk about suspending tax

MORNING HEADLINES | The average price of a gallon of gas in South Carolina soared above the $4 mark over the last week, a rise of 15.2 cents in the last week. According to GasBuddy, the current average of $4.03 per gallon is 9.4 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and $1.29 per gallon higher than a year ago. The national average price per gallon is $6.49 cents per gallon.

South Carolina · 09-21

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Several I-526 streetlights restored after outages left stretch dark for drivers

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — After reports of over 100 streetlights going out along Interstate 526, the state's Department of Transportation is working to resolve the issue. Previous reporting by News 4 revealed that between the Interstate 26-I-526 interchange and Clements Ferry Road, approximately 145 lights went out. The result was darkened roads that present a danger to motorists in the early morning.

South Carolina · 09-22

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Traffic delays after Midway crash

MIDWAY, SC (WMBF) - There are expected traffic delays after a car crash in Midway on Sunday. Midway Fire Rescue responded to a car crash between Beaumont Drive and S. Causeway. Ocean Highway has opened after the incident with periodic shutdowns to repair the downed power lines, MFR said. Feel...

South Carolina · 09-20

WCBD Count on 2

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I-26 and I-95 loops to close, detour Monday night in Dorchester and Orangeburg counties

DORCHESTER COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – The I-26 westbound loop ramp to I-95 southbound and the I-95 northbound loop ramp to I-26 westbound will temporarily close and detour beginning Monday night, according to the South Carolina Department of Transportation Both loop ramps will be closed beginning Monday, September 21, at 7:00 p.m. until September 24 at […]

Dorchester County, SC · 09-21

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Record diesel prices push Beaufort County shrimpers to the brink

ST. HELENA ISLAND, S.C. (WTOC) - Shrimpers in Beaufort County are asking local and state leaders for emergency relief at the fuel pump as record-breaking diesel prices threaten their livelihoods and working waterfronts across the Lowcountry. According to AAA, the statewide average for a gallon of diesel fuel reached a...

Beaufort County, SC · 09-22

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Part of eastbound I-26 near Swansea reopens after tractor-trailer fire

Eastbound Interstate 26 near Swansea has partially reopened after a tractor-trailer fire and resulting cleanup closed the roadway for hours on Sunday. Just before noon, the South Carolina Department of Transportation reported a vehicle fire near mile marker 131, and lanes remained closed into the early evening. The South Carolina Highway Patrol said the fire involved a tractor-trailer and that eastbound drivers were being detoured at mile marker 129. Officials didn't have any details regarding injuries or the cause of the fire.

Swansea, SC · 09-20

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SC drivers can take UTVs to the roads later this year. Until then, DMV says to keep them home.

COLUMBIA — Owners of utility task vehicles can start driving the small, enclosed vehicles on public roads this year under a new law. The vehicles, which are popular among farmers, hunters and other outdoor enthusiasts, have existed for years in a legal gray area, without clear requirements or bans on where they can operate, legislators said. Starting Nov. 18, drivers will have to register the vehicles and meet certain requirements to take them off their property.

South Carolina · 09-19

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SCDOT to close I-95 lane Tuesday night

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — The South Carolina Department of Transportation will conduct a temporary lane closure on I-95 starting Tuesday night. The lane closure will be on I-95 northbound starting Tuesday at 6 p.m. until Wednesday at 10 a.m. between mile markers 100 and 102. Traffic will be shifted...

South Carolina · 09-22

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McMaster Declines Gas Tax Rollback as South Carolina Prices Top $4

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster is declining calls to suspend or roll back the state’s gas tax as average gasoline prices have climbed above $4 per gallon. The statewide average reached $4.11 per gallon Thursday, Sept. 17, up about 21 cents from the previous week, according to AAA data reported by Spectrum News. The average...

South Carolina · 09-18

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SCDPS joins Child Passenger Safety Week, offers car seat checks

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — The South Carolina Department of Public Safety will participate in the annual Child Passenger Safety Week, a nationally recognized week dedicated to ensuring young passengers are safely secured in vehicles. According to the National Highway Safety Traffic Administration, car crashes are the leading cause of...

South Carolina · 09-20