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CLEAR now offering TSA PreCheck enrollment at GSP Airport
GREER, S.C. (WSPA) – CLEAR, an authorized TSA PreCheck enrollment provider, announced Tuesday morning that it’s expanding its services at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport by adding TSA PreCheck enrollments. CLEAR, which has provided expedited screening services at GSP since June 2022, will now offer TSA PreCheck enrollments and renewals starting July 23. Airport officials said TSA […]
Local apprenticeship program casts new hope for South Carolina's seafood industry
MCCLELLANVILLE, S.C. (WCIV) — Local Lowcountry watermen are trying to find more people who want to work out on the water and expand the seafood industry across the South Carolina coast. The South Carolina Commercial Seafood Apprenticeship Program is hoping to reel in the next generation of maritime enthusiasts.
Downpours, strong thunderstorms likely today
GREENVILLE, S.C. — Temperatures will be a tad warmer on Tuesday, climbing into the upper 80s. Isolated downpours and thunderstorms will return to the area this afternoon, with a few strong thunderstorms likely for the Upstate tonight. On Wednesday, we will experience similar conditions with a few locations likely...
SC Launch awards $250K investment to Greenville-based Bubble Paper
South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch, announced July 23 it awarded a $250,000 investment to Bubble Paper, a Greenville-based company that produces an eco-friendly replacement for plastic shipping solutions. “We were fortunate to start working with the SCRA and SC Launch Inc. teams early on. They understood...
3 South Carolina stores to close as Big Lots closes 35-40 sites nationwide: What to know
Big Lots, a chain of discount retail stores, is slated to close 35-40 stores this year with bankruptcy looming. Representatives have cited “elevated inflation” and decreased consumer spending in the decision. The chain joins others including Red Lobster, which declared bankruptcy earlier this year, Rite Aid, Bed Bath & Beyond and more in...
Department of Public Health urges parents to vaccinate children ahead of school year
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – The South Carolina Department of Public Health reminds parents to make sure their children are up to date with all required vaccines ahead of the 2024-25 school year. Officials say children enrolled in school are required to be current on certain vaccinations at the start of each school year. According to […]
Family gives new update on 3-year-old kidnapped, left in burning truck
GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The family of a three-year-old who was kidnapped and left in a burning truck back in May provided another update on his recovery. On Saturday, July 20, the family said Bennett is still holding strong and thanked the community for their continued prayers:. “He is...
Ga., S.C. state agencies compete in Best Looking Cruiser contest
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - It’s that time of year again - when each of the 50 state highway patrol agencies go head-to-head for a chance to be in the Best Looking Cruiser calendar. In the coming weeks, drivers can expect traffic changes as crews begin to work on the...
A Greenville bar is changing after liquor liability insurance costs strain business
A decade-old Greenville bar has stopped selling alcohol due to a state law that has affected locally owned-establishments across South Carolina. According to co-founder and owner Leah Vaughan, Local Cue will no longer sell alcoholic drinks because of rising insurance costs resulting from a 2017 “liquor liability” law. “I'm hoping that by staying...
SoCon Football Media Days -- LIVE UPDATES
GREENVILLE, S.C. -- With the 2024 season looming just over the horizon, The Citadel football program participated at the Southern Conference Media Days on Monday, July 22 and Tuesday, July 23 at Hotel Hartness in Greenville, S.C., previewing the upcoming campaign via commentary from second-year head coach Maurice Drayton along with the leadership duo of graduate transfer QB Johnathan Bennett and redshirt junior WR Javonte Graves-Billips.
Clemson football's Caden Story charged with misdemeanor marijuana possession
CLEMSON — Clemson football defensive tackle Caden Story was charged Sunday with possession of marijuana. According to Pickens County court records, the redshirt sophomore was charged with possessing 28 grams (one ounce) or less. It is Story's first offense, and the charge is classified as a misdemeanor. His case, which was filed Tuesday, is listed as criminal, and he has to pay $615 in fines/costs. ...
Thousands in WNC have power restored after storms; more severe weather in forecast
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — After thunderstorms caused widespread power outages in Western North Carolina on Tuesday, thousands of residents now have their power restored. According to Duke Energy, the company responded to many outage calls on Tuesday, and power was restored to around 2,000 customers. With more thunderstorms in...
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