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Walter Edgar's Journal: How Jewish entrepreneurs built economy and community in Upcountry South Carolina
This week we will be talking with Diane Vecchio about her book, Peddlers, Merchants, and Manufacturers: How Jewish Entrepreneurs Built Economy and Community in Upcountry South Carolina (2024, USC Press). In the book, Diane examines the diverse economic experiences of Jews who settled in Upcountry (now called Upstate) South Carolina....
South Carolina state park using limited hours during feral hog operation
HOPKINS, S.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — National Park Service staff will be managing the feral hog population at a South Carolina state park. NPS officials say the work at Congaree National Park will begin Monday, July 8, and run through mid-August, affecting visitor hours. The process includes using firearms, including high-powered rifles, and working during […]
Escaped Carter County inmate Billy Fletcher captured in South Carolina
Escaped Carter County inmate Billy Fletcher has been captured in South Carolina and taken into custody. Further information regarding the capture of Fletcher will be released tomorrow. The investigation into Fletcher’s escape and the disappearance of Victor Birchfield remains ongoing. The post Escaped Carter County inmate Billy Fletcher captured in South Carolina appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Boil Water Advisory Issued for Walhalla
City of Walhalla officials issued a boil water advisory Thursday night after repairing a broken water line in Walhalla. Crews shut down part of Avondale Drive to repair the six-inch line. Water service was restored to the areas near Avondale Drive, the Shrine Club, Dickard Road, and Alberts Road on Thursday night. Following the restoration of service, a boil water advisory was issued for these areas, expected to last for 48 hours.
SC Democratic congressional candidate Michael B. Moore joins call for President Biden to withdraw
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Michael B. Moore, Democratic candidate for South Carolina’s First Congressional District, used the Independence Day holiday to call on Joe Biden to withdraw from the presidential race and “carve a path forward for Democrats to keep the White House in 2024.” President Biden has faced skepticism from some in his party […]
Grass fires ignited by fireworks
Some of those in Oconee in celebration of the country’s birthdate apparently got careless. At least two grass fires, believed to have been caused last night by fireworks broke out on the Old Clemson Highway near Seneca and on the Pine Grove Road near Townville. “Great event” is the way Seneca’s celebration at Gignilliat Field is being described. Several thousands of people are said to have attended. And the police report no incidents. We have word from the Walhalla police chief that the Independence festival Wednesday finished without incident. Chief Tim Rice said, “Nice crowd. Crutchfield band played and we had fireworks around 9:15 pm and the carnival. Carnival will be in town until Saturday night.”
Former South Carolina representative, Florence native Mack T. Hines dies at 77
FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — Longtime South Carolina Rep. and Florence native Mack T. Hines died Thursday at 77, according to the Florence County Democratic Party chairman. “Rep. Hines served from 1995-2005 advocating tirelessly for the people of Florence and Marion counties,” Isaac Wilson said. “His dedication and commitment to public service set a standard […]
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