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Is it legal to throw your pet's poop in neighbor's trash can? What SC law says

It’s trash day in your neighborhood, and you have your can sitting along the curb waiting for pickup. Then along comes a neighbor walking their dog and throws their pet’s bag of feces into your trash can. Putting aside the fact that the act is not very neighborly, is it against the law? South Carolina law says that a person cannot “dump, throw, drop, deposit, discard, or otherwise dispose of litter or other solid waste upon ... private property in the State for which he is not the legal owner or a person otherwise granted permission by the legal owner.” Horry County has separate solid-waste rules , and using someone else’s bin without permission could still prompt a complaint. The law also states that “garbage” that is placed in trash cans for pickup “shall not include human or animal feces.” There are other city ordinances with rules about picking up and disposing of your pet’s waste. Myrtle Beach and pet poop Myrtle Beach’s ordinance says that it is unlawful to "fail to promptly remove and properly dispose of all feces left by the animal on any public property or any private property not owned by the owner.” It goes as

South Carolina · 6d

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Veterans Day events around the Midlands

The time to salute the troops is here, and all around the Midlands, flags are flying high. Here is a roundup of Veterans Day events happening around the region. Operation Honor: Rural Salute | Saturday, Nov. 21 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Operating on a first come first serve basis, Phillips...

Columbia, SC · 3d
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Animal of Things

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Shock Collar Laws in South Carolina: What Dog Owners Need to Know

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Shock collar laws in South Carolina are short on specifics and long on gray areas. The state has no ban on electronic training collars, yet it does have a 2024 statute that makes it a crime to remove or destroy a dog’s e-collar. That combination surprises many owners, who assume the law either bans these … This article, Shock Collar Laws in South Carolina: What Dog Owners Need to Know , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Cane Corso Laws in Minnesota: Bans, Liability, Insurance, and Housing Rules • Exotic Animal Permit Requirements in Wisconsin: What You Need Before You Buy • Pet Theft Penalties in Colorado: Charges, Fines, and Jail Time Explained

South Carolina · 3d

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Chapin council meets amid questions over finances, deleted videos and employee lawsuit

CHAPIN, S.C. (WIS) - Chapin town leaders met to discuss a lengthy list of agenda items, including questions surrounding town finances, as a lawsuit by five former employees and a dispute over deleted Facebook videos added to tensions at Town Hall. Council members say Mayor Bill Mitchell deleted videos of...

Chapin, SC · 3d
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State opposes death row inmate’s request to delay execution

COLUMBIA, S.C. (FOX Carolina) — In a return filed Monday, the South Carolina Attorney General’s Office urged the state Supreme Court to deny Steven Vernon Bixby’s request to delay his execution until after the holidays. Bixby is currently on death row after being convicted in 2007 of...

South Carolina · 2d

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Republicans lose supermajority in South Carolina House

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WSPA) – Republicans will no longer hold a supermajority in the South Carolina House when the next legislative session begins. Democrats flipped 10 seats in the recent midterms, ending the GOP supermajority.Republicans held an 88-36 advantage following the 2022 election. A supermajority in the South Carolina House requires a two-thirds majority, or at […]

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Columbia holds 48th annual Veterans Day Parade with downtown road closures

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — The City of Columbia held its 48th annual Veterans Day Parade Wednesday morning, with several downtown road closures planned. The parade was scheduled for 11 a.m. at the intersection of Sumter and Laurel streets. City officials said attendees should bring lawn chairs and watch from...

Columbia, SC · 2d

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Joe Wilson, Zyon Khalifa headed for recount after close SC congressional race

South Carolina’s 2nd Congressional District race is headed for an automatic recount after Republican U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson only slightly led Democratic challenger Zyon Khalifa in unofficial election results. Wilson led Khalifa by 0.99 percentage points, according to unofficial results, falling within the 1-percentage-point margin that generates an automatic...

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Annual Columbia Veterans Day Parade happening Wednesday

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - A longtime tradition in Columbia is set to honor those who have served our country. The annual Columbia Veterans Day Parade is being held Wednesday from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. It’s one of the largest celebrations of its kind in the Southeast. WIS will...

Columbia, SC · 3d

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‘Promise of service’: Former Columbia mayor hopes USC center named for him can foster future leaders

COLUMBIA — When Steve Benjamin arrived on the University of South Carolina campus on Aug. 17, 1987, he didn't understand what was possible in his life. 39 years later, he has returned to campus, this time to help students find what's possible in theirs. On Nov. 6, the Leadership...

Columbia, SC · 2d

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103-year-old WWII veteran receives France's highest honor at Fort Jackson

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — A 103-year-old World War II veteran received France's highest distinction, the French Legion of Honor, during a ceremony at Fort Jackson in Columbia on Tuesday morning. Dominick Giarratana was recognized for his military service during World War II and his contributions to the liberation of...

Columbia, SC · 2d

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Alan Wilson announces transition staff as his administration prepares to take office

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — South Carolina Gov.-elect Alan Wilson announced members of his transition staff as his administration prepares to take office in January. The staff will help coordinate the incoming administration’s priorities and manage the transfer of responsibilities, Wilson’s office said. “The people of South Carolina...

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Richland County to host recycling drop-off event on Nov. 14

Richland County residents can drop off household hazardous waste, paper for shredding, and many other materials for recycling during Richland Recycles Day on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Columbia Place Mall, 7201 Two Notch Rd. in Columbia. Materials that will be accepted include:. Household hazardous...

Richland County, SC · 4d

The Financial Wire

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Dominion Energy South Carolina customers can testify on the proposed NextEra-Dominion merger at public hearings Nov. 12, Nov. 17 and Dec. 8

Dominion Energy South Carolina customers get three more chances to tell state regulators what they think of the proposed NextEra-Dominion merger, at public hearings on Nov. 12 in North Charleston, Nov. 17 in Columbia and Dec. 8 in Columbia. The Public Service Commission is hearing from customers in Docket No. 2026-186-EG, a joint petition by... The post Dominion Energy South Carolina customers can testify on the proposed NextEra-Dominion merger at public hearings Nov. 12, Nov. 17 and Dec. 8 appeared first on The Financial Wire .

South Carolina · 4d

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School organization honors South Carolina students throughout the state

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Communities In Schools of South Carolina (CISSC) hosted Illuminate to honor the students and parents who have utilized their services. CISSC looks to identify challenges certain students face in class or at home and coordinate with community partners to bring outside resources. The organization’s goal is to help students stay in school until they graduate.

Columbia, SC · 3d

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Dr. Jacqueline Betancourt Receives the 2026 Community Impact Award

Dr. Jacqueline Betancourt, Senior Community Health Worker with the Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment Center’s SHIELD Program, has been selected to receive the 2026 Community Impact Award from Limitless Community Development. The award will be presented during the organization’s Annual Snow Ball Gala on Friday, December 11, 2026 at the M Garden.

Newberry County, SC · 4d

WSPA 7News

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Veterans Day 2026: Free meals, discounts, museum admission and more for veterans

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Veterans and active-duty military members can take advantage of a variety of deals, freebies, and special offers across the area on Veterans Day, Nov. 11. From complimentary meals and discounted dining to free museum admission and public transportation, businesses and organizations are recognizing military service with special Veterans Day promotions. Here’s […]

Charleston, SC · 1d

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South Carolina leaders honor those who served this Veterans Day

SOUTH CAROLINA (WCIV) — Leaders across the Palmetto State have offered their tributes to those who served this Veterans Day. "To the nearly 400,000 veterans who call South Carolina home: Thank you for your courage, service, and sacrifice," US Senator Tim Scott said in a statement. "You answered the call to serve something greater than yourselves and helped preserve the liberties that generations of Americans have enjoyed."

South Carolina · 1d

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Magic on Church Street Bringing Holiday Cheer to Downtown Lexington November 21–22

Lexington, SC 11/8/2026 - The holiday season is getting a magical start in Lexington County as Magic on Church Street, a Lexington United Methodist Church Christmas Festival, prepares to welcome the community for two days of Christmas shopping, entertainment, family activities, and holiday fun. The festival is scheduled for Saturday,...

Lexington, SC · 4d