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South Carolina's new energy law sparks debate over potential rate hikes
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — A new energy law in South Carolina, recently signed by the governor, is stirring debate over its potential impact on electricity bills. The Energy Security Act, which aims to review and study the state's energy grid for...

South Carolina women’s basketball: Aliyah Boston and Indiana win the Commissioner’s Cup
Aliyah Boston and the Indiana Fever won the 2025 WNBA Commissioner’s Cup, defeating Minnesota 74-59. Playing at the Target Center, where she was the 2022 Final Four Most Outstanding Player, Boston had 12 points, 11 rebounds, six assists, and two...

Ghost factories are a warning sign for green manufacturing's future
(Bloomberg) — The vast tract of land off Route 85 was meant to be a symbol of Made-in-America manufacturing. A billion-dollar battery factory was going to rise, bringing thousands of new jobs. The business announced, “Get Ready Arizona,” the...

South Carolina Heartbeat Law Saved Potentially 5,100 Babies From Abortion
South Carolina’s Fetal Heartbeat and Protection from Abortion Act saved 5,152 unborn babies’ lives in 2024, the first full year the law has been enforced after numerous court challenges by the abortion industry. The State Department of Public...

Accelerating Circularity Tracks Commercially Available Circular Materials
Accelerating Circularity has dropped its inaugural textile-to-textile Lookbook: a curated, 62-page showcase of tangible, commercially available circular materials. Informed by the circular supply chain nonprofit’s completed trials in the United...

Job losses reported by Rep. Ro Khanna due to manufacturing plant closures
Ro Khanna U.S. House of Representatives from California's 17th district | Official U.S. House HeadshotRo Khanna U.S. House of Representatives from California's 17th district | Official U.S. House Headshot Ro Khanna, a member of the U.S. Congress...

Federal spending bill could require more to work to get SNAP, while South Carolina will have to pick up more of the tab
A federal bill could reduce SNAP eligibility in South Carolina by expanding work requirements and increase the state's share of the cost. COLUMBIA, S.C. — A federal spending bill advanced in the U.S. Senate could bring major changes to the...

Fireworks spark safety warnings in South Carolina
As Independence Day approaches, South Carolina health and public safety officials are reminding residents to stay safe when celebrating with fireworks and cookouts. COLUMBIA, S.C. — As Independence Day approaches, South Carolina health and public...

Chantal Rain Brings Flash Flood Worries in Carolinas, Virginia
MIAMI (AP) — Tropical Storm Chantal was downgraded to a depression Sunday but raised concerns of possible flash flooding as it makes its way through central North Carolina toward south-central Virginia. Chantal made landfall near Litchfield Beach,...

Duke Energy seeks 7.7% rate increase for South Carolina customers
CHARLOTTE — Duke Energy is asking to raise energy rates by nearly 7.7% in South Carolina. This would impact about 700,000 customers in the Upstate region and Interstate 77 corridor. The utility says the rate hike is needed to upgrade the grid and...

The Army in the Interwar: Training a Professional Army in a Turbulent Era
ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL, ILLINOIS, UNITED STATES 07.07.2025 It’s cold. The Armistice has been in effect for months, yet you’re still thousands of miles from home. Unknown to you, your family has been writing, wondering when you’ll return—letters you...

South Carolina defensive back target sets commitment date
South Carolina football recruiting target Kosci Barnes has set his commitment date. According to the class of 2026 defensive back’s social media accounts, he will make his college decision on July 26th. With his decision date announcement, Barnes...

More States Should Follow South Carolina’s Lead and Defund Planned Parenthood
Such is the way of the world. Today we are as excited as we can possible be that President Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” is on the verge of becoming law and, in the process, defund Planned Parenthood, the #1 baby killer. After fighting for...

Above the Waterline: Science center saved by Georgia senators
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Duke Energy urges North Carolina and South Carolina customers to reduce electric usage
As high temperatures increase, Duke Energy is urging customers in the Carolinas to reduce their energy use during periods of peak demand today, June 23 from 3-8 p.m. to help lessen the energy demand on the power grid and reduce the potential of...

Energy stocks spike after Senate removes regressive tax from 'Big Beautiful Bill' — here's what you need to know as it passes the House
Clean-energy stocks spiked after the Senate-passed version of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act dropped a controversial tax on wind and solar, CNBC reported. The nation's largest developer of renewable-energy facilities, NextEra Energy, saw its...
Davis Defense Group Plans North Charleston, South Carolina, Operations
Related Research Defense contractor Davis Defense Group, Inc. plans to expand its operations in North Charleston, South Carolina. The $100,000 project is expected to create 30 jobs. The investment will include the relocation to a larger facility...

Man dies days after crash at Upstate intersection, coroner says
Man dies days after crash at intersection in Oconee County, coroner says WE HAVE A LOOK AT TODAY’S TOP NEWS STORIES, YOUR TRAFFIC AND WEATHER ALL BEFORE YOU HEAD OUT THE DOOR. WE START WITH THE DEADLY FLOODING IN CENTRAL TEXAS. PRESIDENT TRUMP...

VC Summer Nuclear Station in South Carolina Gets 20-Year Extension
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has granted V.C. Summer Nuclear Station Unit 1 in Jenkinsville, South Carolina, a 20-year extension to operate through 2062. "V.C. Summer Nuclear Station has provided reliable, affordable and increasingly...

Cheapest diesel in cities across Pickens County in week ending June 28
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Pickens County selling...