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SC Ports Sees 7 Percent Cargo Growth In June
CHARLESTON, SC — JULY 17, 2024 — South Carolina Ports finished fiscal year 2024 strong with a 7% uptick in container volumes moving through the Port of Charleston last month. SC Ports efficiently handled 218,115 TEUs and 121,267 pier containers last month, marking the second highest June on...
SC eases requirements for child care workers to address staffing needs
ROCK HILL, S.C. — Crystal Williams' children are her world, but finding daycare for them hasn't always been easy. Many others share her struggle across South Carolina and around the country, as childcare centers continue to struggle with staffing and funding challenges. “My son, he’s four years old and...
UFL Draft sees South Carolina football star drafted despite being on NFL roster
South Carolina football wide receiver Ahmarean Brown had a great showing at the Gamecocks' Pro Day this spring, earning himself a free agent contract with the Cleveland Browns thanks in large part to running a 4.30 in the 40-yard dash. The speedy wideout is still with the Browns and figures...
Man who painted Gamecock at midfield at Williams Brice stadium since 1984 dies
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The man who painted the Gamecock at midfield at Williams Brice Stadium for the past 40 years has died, the university announced Thursday. The university said Eddie Dunning started working for the athletics department in 1983. Every year since 1984, he painted the Gamecock at midfield...
Judge to make decision on federal North Strand beach rental company lawsuit
FLORENCE, S.C. (WMBF) - A years-long legal battle between Derek Calhoun, owner of Cherry Grove Beach Gear, and the city of North Myrtle Beach, could finally be reaching its end. A hearing held Thursday in federal court laid out all elements of Calhoun’s lawsuit after the city changed an ordinance....
Andrew Eads named Loris’ boys basketball head coach
LORIS, S.C. (WBTW) — Andrew Eads has been named the new head boys basketball coach at Loris High School. Eads will be replacing Dewayne Wilson after his one-year stint with the Lions. Eads comes to Loris after serving three years as the head coach at Cheraw. In the 2023-2024...
Jasper Co. schedules second ‘surprise’ meeting amid investigation into superintendent
A second surprise Jasper County School Board meeting this week will take place on Thursday afternoon to discuss legal services and designate an acting superintendent, following the decision on Tuesday to place the current superintendent on paid administrative leave.
Exciting News for Tega Cay Sun Readers!
We are thrilled to announce that three of our popular feature columns have been picked up for syndication by the South Carolina Press Association (SCPA). Starting this month, Dr. Tom’s Cyber Bits & Tips, Mr. Penny Pincher, and In Health with Dr. Brian will be available to all SCPA member newspapers across the state. This exciting development allows our columns to reach a wider audience, bringing valuable insights, practical advice, and expert knowledge to readers throughout South Carolina.
Greenville bar stops serving alcohol due to 'failure of SC lawmakers'
GREENVILLE, S.C. — A Greenville restaurant and bar will no longer serve alcohol due to what it calls the "failure of SC lawmakers." (Video above: Previous coverage of the liquor liability issue) Local Cue on Orchard Park Drive posted the following on Facebook on Thursday:. "Starting today, July 18,...
North Myrtle Beach breaking SC law by not releasing public records, attorneys say
South Carolina press attorneys say North Myrtle Beach officials have violated the state’s open records law after refusing to hand over a personnel file – a document that is subject to disclosure. The city refused to fulfill a Freedom of Information Act request asking for City Manager Mike...
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