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Sen. Rand Paul isn't ruling out another shot at the White House
WUKY - Kentucky
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July 18, 2025
While Gov. Andy Beshear continues to prompt 2028 speculation with an increasing number of national media appearances and a visit to South Carolina this week, Sen. Rand Paul hasn't been making any public moves toward a presidential run. But the...
Top 25 songs in Akron on Shazam in the past week
K99.1FM - Ohio
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July 17, 2025
Stacker compiled a list of the most Shazamed songs in Akron. Akron has the most ranked songs (24) in common with Charleston, South Carolina and no ranked songs in common with 52 metros. The most seen artist in Akron's Shazam ranking is Metro...
Orangeburg residents share input in SCDOT I-26 widening project
WCSC - South Carolina
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July 18, 2025
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (WCSC) - Residents in Orangeburg shared their thoughts on a project to widen a portion of the Interstate 26 corridor. The South Carolina Department of Transportation is targeting a 27-mile portion of the I-26 corridor in a new...
USDA issues warning to Alpha Genesis after 22 monkeys die
WCNC - North Carolina
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July 17, 2025
The USDA warned Alpha Genesis after 22 monkeys died from carbon monoxide poisoning. YEMASSEE, S.C. — The USDA issued a warning against the primate research company, Alpha Genesis, following the death of 22 monkeys at its South Carolina facility....
19-year-old roadside worker fighting for his life after reported DUI crash; driver granted bond
WYFF 4 - South Carolina
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July 18, 2025
A Chesnee, South Carolina, woman is facing felony DUI charges after investigators said she hit a construction worker with her car. The young man is fighting for his life in the intensive care unit.A judge granted 54-year-old Stacy Robbins a...
What's in the GOP bill to cut $9 billion from NPR and foreign aid?
FOX 2 Detroit - Michigan
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US President Donald Trump (C) poses with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent (L), Interior Secretary Doug Burgum (2nd L), House Speaker Mike Johnson (3rd L), First Lady Melania Trump (3rd R) and Senator Lindsey Graham (R), Republican of South...
South Carolina football powerhouse has a collective mindset that does not stop its pursuit of championships
WLTX 19 - South Carolina
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July 12, 2025
The reigning champs are back in the spotlight as Dutch Fork begins its drive for a fourth straight 5A title. BLYTHEWOOD, S.C. — With preseason practice for the high school teams kicking off at the end of the month, you could consider the weeks...
Exclusive — Lindsey Graham Primary Challenger André Bauer: We Have a Chance to Knock Off ‘One of the Vipers of the Senate’
Breitbart
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July 17, 2025
TAMPA, Florida — Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) is a “puppet for the Democrats,” the senator’s primary challenger, former South Carolina Lt. Gov. André Bauer, told Breitbart News during an appearance at the Turning Point Student Action Summit over the...
South Carolina goes hands-free: New driving law takes effect Sept. 1
WLTX 19 - South Carolina
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July 11, 2025
Under the new law, drivers will not be able to have their phone on any part of their person, including their hands or lap. COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina drivers will soon be required to go hands-free behind the wheel, after the state passed a...
Northeast Florida 4-Star Wide Receiver Stays In-State, Commits to Miami
Sports Illustrated - New York
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July 17, 2025
St. Augustine senior four-star wide receiver Somourian Wingo came into the day with three schools as finalists in the pursuit of his recruitment, where he was set to choose between Florida, Miami, and South Carolina. BREAKING: Four-Star WR...
Stephen Colbert reacts to "The Late Show" franchise ending
Newsweek
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July 17, 2025
By Gabe Whisnant is a Breaking News Editor at Newsweek based in North Carolina. Prior to joining Newsweek in 2023, he directed daily publications in North and South Carolina. As an executive editor, Gabe led award-winning coverage of Charleston...
South Carolina's back-to-school tax-free weekend returns in August
South Carolina Public Radio
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July 11, 2025
South Carolina’s annual back-to-school sales tax-free weekend returns next month. This year, shoppers can take advantage of the sales on Aug. 1–3. The weekend, known as the "sales tax holiday," means customers can buy eligible items without having...
South Carolina visit should remove any doubts about Newsom’s political future
San Mateo Daily Journal
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July 11, 2025
Although South Carolina is a strongly Republican state, in 2024, the Democratic Party, at the behest of then-President Joe Biden, designated it as the first state to have a presidential primary. It could play that role again in 2028. Thus,...
South Carolina ranks 12th in total VA home loans during Q1
Palmetto State News - South Carolina
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July 11, 2025
Kimberly M. Jackson VA Chief of Staff | https://department.va.govKimberly M. Jackson VA Chief of Staff | https://department.va.gov South Carolina ranked 12th in the nation in VA home loans in the first quarter of 2025, with 4,599 loans issued,...
School districts brace for ripple effect of federal funding delay in South Carolina
WCNC - North Carolina
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July 12, 2025
Federal funding uncertainty looms over South Carolina schools as millions remain frozen, potentially impacting students and educators statewide. COLUMBIA, S.C. — The future of federal funding for South Carolina’s school districts remains...
SLED: Former Spartanburg police officer charged with sexual assault
Fox News - South Carolina
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July 17, 2025
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division reports a former Spartanburg police officer was charged with sexual assault. An arrest warrant said 26-year-old Ahmad Tyreek Cheeks forced or coerced a victim into...
South Carolina introduces Address Confidentiality Program for crime victims
Palmetto State News - South Carolina
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July 11, 2025
Alan Wilson, Attorney General of South Carolina | Attorney General Alan Wilson, SCAlan Wilson, Attorney General of South Carolina | Attorney General Alan Wilson, SC South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has revealed details of the state's...
Matador Restaurant Group files for bankruptcy
Verdict Food Service
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July 17, 2025
Matador Restaurant Group, a Del Taco franchisee operating 22 outlets, has declared bankruptcy amidst financial struggles. The South Carolina, US-based company reported assets and liabilities each between $1m and $10m, alongside more than $2.7m in...
South Carolina releases weekly livestock review excluding holidays
Palmetto State News - South Carolina
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July 11, 2025
Hugh E. Weathers, Commissioner | South Carolina Department of AgricultureHugh E. Weathers, Commissioner | South Carolina Department of Agriculture The South Carolina Livestock Weekly Review is released weekly, with exceptions for Thanksgiving and...
South Carolina releases weekly fruit and vegetable review for July 11, 2025
Palmetto State News - South Carolina
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July 11, 2025
Hugh E. Weathers, Commissioner | South Carolina Department of AgricultureHugh E. Weathers, Commissioner | South Carolina Department of Agriculture The South Carolina Fruit & Vegetable Weekly Review is released weekly by the South Carolina...