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Safest Cities in South Carolina: Fort Mill 2nd and Tega Cay 3rd
According to SafeWise’s 2024 report on South Carolina’s safest cities, Fort Mill and Tega Cay have achieved commendable rankings, placing second and third, respectively. These rankings are based on the analysis of the latest FBI crime data and population statistics, highlighting communities with the lowest reported incidents of violent and property crimes.
South Carolina’s annual Tax Free Weekend set for early August
South Carolina’s annual Tax Free Weekend will kick off on Friday, August 2, and conclude on August 4. This year marks the 24th anniversary of the event. “As inflation continues to drain many wallets, this year’s Tax Free Weekend offers some relief for weary families,” said SCDOR Director Hartley Powell. “Every shopper saves money during […] The post South Carolina’s annual Tax Free Weekend set for early August appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
South Carolina reacts to Biden's departure
(The Center Square) — Response to President Joe Biden's late-in-the-campaign season decision not to seek reelection in November was swift and, as expected, falls along party lines. The Palmetto State was critical to Biden's rise to power in 2020 after U.S. Rep. Jim Clyburn, D-South Carolina, endorsed the long-time U.S. senator and former vice president during the Democratic primary, "The Democrats tried to kick President Trump off the ballot in...
$8.1 Million in Unclaimed Pandemic Aid: Thousands of Families Miss Out in South Carolina
Millions in Unclaimed Pandemic Aid in South Carolina. Unclaimed Pandemic Aid: Thousands of Families Miss Out on Federal Assistance. In Columbia, South Carolina, there were over $8 million unclaimed pandemic aid in federal aid that was meant to help families buy groceries during the pandemic, according to state data. Those unclaimed pandemic aid was provided through debit cards mailed last August by the state Department of Social Services (DSS) to nearly 537,000 families. According to the posted article Yahoo, each card contained $120 per child and was intended to support families when children were not in school. The cards expired in May nine months after they were issued. DSS reported that nearly 470,000 cards or 87.5% of those distributed were activated totaling $56.2 million. While it’s unclear how much money remained on the cards it’s expected that most families used the full amount given the high cost of groceries.
Facing Climate Gentrification, This Historic Black Community Embraces Conservation
TEN MILE, S.C. — At high tide, the marsh alongside Seafood Road disappears under an inscrutable mirror of water. Then, as it drains, reeds resurface and begin to trace hundreds of paths through the marsh, etched by generations of subsistence fishing. Ten Mile’s community center looks over the water...
Single game tickets now available for 2024 PC football season
As the 2024 Presbyterian College football season inches nearer, Blue Hose fans now have the opportunity to purchase single-game tickets for the upcoming campaign. PC will host six opponents this fall, beginning with the home opener on September 14 at 1:00 PM. The official link to browse and purchase a...
Upcountry Fiber issues statement after employee experiences arc flash in Anderson County
A contractor working for Upcountry Fiber and Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative in Anderson County experienced an arc flash on Monday while assisting with deploying broadband internet services. According to a press release, Emergency Medical Services responded swiftly, administered life-saving procedures on-site, and transported the injured person to AnMed Health Medical Center for further treatment. The contractor was then transported to the Augusta Burn Center. No new details have been released on their condition. ...
Former Blue Hose Men’s Tennis Standout Max Benson Captures Professional Doubles Title
Mike Tripp/Tim Cowie Photography Men's Tennis 7/22/2024 11:39:00 AM PC Athletic Communications Former Presbyterian Blue Hose men's tennis standout Max Benson captured his professional tennis championship when he teamed with fellow American Oren Vasser to win the ITF M25 Telfs doubles title in Telfs, Austria this weekend. This marks Benson's first tournament title as a professional tennis player. The doubles pair won four matches to claim the title. Benson also won two singles matches in the qualifying draw of the M25 Telfs singles tournament. During his stellar career at Presbyterian, Benson helped the Blue Hose win two Big South Tournament...
Clemson Professor Patents Peach Varieties to Help Save Vital South Carolina Industry
The Clemson University Research Foundation (CURF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1981. Its offices sit just off campus in a nondescript high-rise that overlooks downtown Clemson’s three-block run of shops and restaurants. It is little known, but its impact is significant. CURF’s mission is to advance the research...
In Their Own Words: Lander Alumni Share the Importance of Music Education
Receiving a quality education remains the cornerstone for landing a successful career and living a fulfilling life, and an important component of a well-rounded educational experience is music education. The chances of becoming a music sensation may be slim, but regardless of career outcomes, the foundational lessons picked up in...
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