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Increased law enforcement presence on Midlands roads through weekend

Drivers may notice an increased law enforcement presence on Midlands highways and interstates through the weekend. From 6 a.m. March 12 through 6 a.m. March 15, motorists in Lexington and Richland County can expect to see increased law enforcement presence as part of a multi-agency Area Coordinated Enforcement (ACE)...
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National Mexican restaurant chain closes only Upstate location

A national Mexican restaurant chain has closed its only Upstate location.
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South Carolina trio sentenced in $1.8M money laundering scheme: DOJ

Officials said the operation was devised between between June 2020 and January 2022.
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Infant death under investigation in South Carolina

SOUTH CAROLINA — Authorities are investigating the death of an infant at a home in Anderson County, officials confirmed Friday. According to local officials, the child died Friday morning at a residence on Spring Hill Road. The Anderson County Sheriff’s Office, the Anderson County Coroner’s Office and the South...
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Couple shares story of falling victim to gold bar fraud

GREENVILLE, S.C. (Aging Untold) — The Federal Bureau of Investigation is warning seniors about a scam that cost South Carolinians millions. Michael and Roxanne Chrisman are two of the victims of a very advanced and in-depth tech scam. Their life turned upside down when they were instructed to withdraw...
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Two local teachers named finalists for SC State Teacher of the Year

South Carolina State Superintendent of Education, Ellen Weaver, surprised two local teachers with State Teacher of the Year finalist news and $10,000 awards.
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What Most South Carolina Beach Visitors Don’t Realize About No-See-Ums

South Carolina’s coastline draws millions of visitors every year. From the wide sandy stretches of Myrtle Beach to the quieter barrier islands farther south, the state’s beaches offer warm ocean water, salty breezes, and long summer sunsets that make the shoreline one of the most popular vacation destinations in the...
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South Carolina House approves flat tax plan, sends bill to McMaster for signature

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WCBD) – A bill that would overhaul South Carolina’s income tax structure by moving to a flat tax is on its way to Gov. Henry McMaster after clearing the House this week. Lawmakers voted 71-49 on Wednesday to approve Senate amendments to H.4216, which would reduce the state income tax rate to a […]
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SC bill promises ‘relief’ and no income tax long term, but this ‘tax-cut is...

South Carolina – South Carolina lawmakers have taken a significant step toward reshaping the state’s tax structure, approving a sweeping income tax overhaul that now heads to Governor Henry McMaster for final consideration. The vote came shortly after the House passed a $15.4 billion state budget, setting the...
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North Carolina–South Carolina–Virginia Storm Threat: Severe Line Could Hit I-40 and I-95 Corridors Monday...

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Raleigh, North Carolina – Residents across central North Carolina may have only a short window Monday morning before severe thunderstorms begin developing, with the highest risk for damaging winds and...

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