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Bill aims to protect right whales without harming boating industry
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — "For a year-round economy like Myrtle Beach and South Carolina...this would be devastating." That's what Frank Hugelmeyer, president of the National Marine Manufacturers Association, had to say about a proposal by NOAA that would limit the speed of 35 feet or greater to ten knots or below until they get around 50 miles off the coast, from November through April, to protect the North Atlantic right whale from vessel strikes.
McMaster: More work needed on judicial reform
(The Center Square) — South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster plans to sign a judicial reform bill but called on lawmakers to make further changes, especially around the state's magistrate judges. "I'm going to sign the bill ... because the status quo is unacceptable, and this bill does change a few things," the Republican governor said during a news conference this week to discuss the state's budget. "But I view it only as the first few steps and hope between now and the time that it...
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....
Moderate drought across the CSRA causing loss of crop for local farmers
EDGEFIELD COUNTY, S.C. (WFXG) - A stretch of heat and dry weather has put many areas across Georgia and South Carolina into a moderate drought. Leaving many local farmers that rely on the crop, to suffer the consequences. It's been five weeks without a soaking rain. “It's been in the...
Churches, charities with little track record among nonprofits in line for $90M in SC budget
COLUMBIA — A church-owned retreat in rural Fairfield County, anti-abortion organizations and a pair of after-school boxing programs are among nonprofits receiving taxpayer dollars in the state budget. In total, the Legislature’s budget plan for the fiscal year that started July 1 allocates more than $435 million in one-time...
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 […]
SCDNR conducts courtesy boat inspections
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources will conduct courtesy boat inspections starting 4th of July weekend. SCDNR boating safety and enforcement officers will perform quick but thorough inspections for the required safety equipment and proper boat and motor registrations. Officials say this effort is to keep people and waterways safe […]
North Myrtle Beach hosts annual foot face as holiday weekend continues for hundreds
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — North Myrtle Beach’s Barefoot Landing shopping plaza kept the Independence Day weekend going, with hundreds turning out for annual foot race and family-friendly bash. The Red, White and Blue 5K kicked off its sixth year of fun, with music and refreshments waiting for all after the race was done. […]
Marion man charged after shooting into vehicles, multiple homes in June
MARION, S.C. (WBTW) — A Marion man is facing felony charges stemming from a June 10 shooting incident where multiple homes and vehicles were damaged, police said on Saturday. Ryan James Brigmon, 32, was arrested by city police on Tuesday. Authorities said he was involved in an exchange of gunfire in the 900 block of […]
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