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New Leadership at Duke Energy in South CarolinaNew Leadership at Duke Energy in South Carolina

New Leadership at Duke Energy in South Carolina

News Summary Duke Energy announces Tim Pearson as the new South Carolina state president, replacing Mike Callahan. Pearson, who has…

3 days ago
Columbia, South Carolina Enacts Controversial DEI LegislationColumbia, South Carolina Enacts Controversial DEI Legislation

Columbia, South Carolina Enacts Controversial DEI Legislation

News Summary The South Carolina General Assembly has passed two contentious bills aimed at dismantling diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)…

5 days ago
Wildfires Rage in the Carolinas: Evacuations and Emergency DeclarationsWildfires Rage in the Carolinas: Evacuations and Emergency Declarations

Wildfires Rage in the Carolinas: Evacuations and Emergency Declarations

News Summary Residents of Carolina Beach, NC, are facing escalating wildfires as both North and South Carolina deal with blazes…

2 weeks ago
Table Rock Fire Continues to Threaten South Carolina CommunityTable Rock Fire Continues to Threaten South Carolina Community

Table Rock Fire Continues to Threaten South Carolina Community

News Summary The Table Rock Fire in Pickens County, South Carolina, is spreading rapidly, burning over 2,293 acres. With firefighting…

2 weeks ago
Columbia, South Carolina Faces Health Leadership ChallengesColumbia, South Carolina Faces Health Leadership Challenges

Columbia, South Carolina Faces Health Leadership Challenges

News Summary On April 3, 2025, the South Carolina Senate Medical Affairs Committee voted against Dr. Edward Simmer's nomination to…

2 weeks ago
Another Earthquake Rattles Columbia, South Carolina!Another Earthquake Rattles Columbia, South Carolina!

Another Earthquake Rattles Columbia, South Carolina!

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina experienced a 1.5 magnitude earthquake at 5:09 a.m. on March 19, 2025, marking the fifth…

3 weeks ago
Spectrum News South Carolina LaunchesSpectrum News South Carolina Launches

Spectrum News South Carolina Launches

News Summary Spectrum News South Carolina officially launched on October 17, 2024, delivering essential local news and community-focused reporting. Available…

3 weeks ago
Saginaw Faces Legal Troubles Amid Dermatopathologist’s BankruptcySaginaw Faces Legal Troubles Amid Dermatopathologist’s Bankruptcy

Saginaw Faces Legal Troubles Amid Dermatopathologist’s Bankruptcy

News Summary The city of Saginaw is abuzz as Dr. David L. Stockman, a local dermatopathologist, faces significant legal challenges…

3 weeks ago
Charming Charleston Faces Economic Hurdles: Tax Changes AheadCharming Charleston Faces Economic Hurdles: Tax Changes Ahead

Charming Charleston Faces Economic Hurdles: Tax Changes Ahead

News Summary Charleston's economy is facing stagnation with a labor participation rate of 57.6%. While unemployment dipped slightly to 4.2%,…

3 weeks ago