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Rockit Pest boosts South Carolina presence with latest acquisitions
Atlanta, Ga.-based Rockit Pest recently expanded its presence in South Carolina following a pair of acquisitions. The company acquired R&R Pest Control, which provides pest control service to Greenville, S.C. and the surrounding areas. “We couldn’t be happier to welcome the R&R team to Rockit Pest. Ryan Barrick’s passion for...
‘He will kill again. He likes it’: Serial killer sentenced to life in prison more than 20 years after crime spree
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS/Gray News) - A South Carolina man convicted in a series of four murders in two states more than 20 years ago has finally learned his fate. Quincy Allen, 44, of Columbia, was initially sentenced to death for two of those murders in South Carolina, but that punishment was overturned in 2022.
Consumer complaints on the rise in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The number of consumer complaints against businesses in South Carolina is on the rise. According to new numbers from the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA). “In all of 2023, we saw about 5,700 complaints filed with our agency, that was about 27% more from...
Back to School: A safety checklist
SOUTH CAROLINA, USA — … And just like that, it’s time for kids to head back to school. As summer break winds down and parents prepare to send their children back to school, it’s a good time to remind ourselves of the risks that children face and the resources available to help. News19 This Morning is airing a month-long back to school series where we are focusing on different topics that most impact you and your child.
America’s best cruiser: Georgia, South Carolina Highway Patrol face off in competition
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Both the Georgia and South Carolina Highway Patrol are taking part in an annual contest to determine America’s best-looking cruiser. The contest is sponsored by the American Association of State Troopers to rally support for the organization. Each state will submit a photo of their patrol cruiser for consideration. The 13 […]
Replacement announced for NC Rep. Jason Saine
LINCOLN COUNTY, N.C. — A replacement has been named for Lincoln County Rep. Jason Saine who announced his resignation from the North Carolina General Assembly last week. Heather Hager Rhyne will fill Saine's seat in Raleigh. Rhyne currently serves as the chair of the Lincoln County Board of Education. She will run unopposed for the seat in November's election. North Carolina GOP House Caucus Director Stephen Wiley announced Rhyne's appointment.
Medicaid to cover weight-loss medications, state health plan members still without aid
Medicaid to expand coverage to include weight-loss medications. Paying upwards of $1,000 for weight-loss medications has kept the drugs out of the hands of many North Carolinians without insurance, until now. NCDHHS announced Medicaid is expanding coverage to include U.S. Food and Drug Administration [FDA] obesity management medications starting Aug....
Hundreds of Charlotte flights delayed
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Nearly 25% of flights into and out of Charlotte Douglas International Airport on Monday are experiencing delays, according to flight tracking website FlightAware. By 4 p.m., Charlotte was experiencing 422 flights either delayed arriving or departing Charlotte, according to FlightAware. Photos submitted to WCNC Charlotte from...
Salsa under stars: Dance night away at Myrtle Beach social event
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Come dance the night away this weekend in Myrtle Beach at Salsa Under the Stars. The outdoor dance event will take place near The Market Common at 1229 Shine. Guests can enjoy music, food, drinks and dancing on the lawn and outdoor patio. Newbies...
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