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SC Democrats set early voting records, but Republicans still drove primary turnout thestate.com/news/politics-g…

SC Democrats set early voting records, but Republicans still drove primary turnout

The South Carolina primary elections had more than 25% voter turnout, according to the state Election Commission.

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100-degree weather to scorch SC Midlands this week. Here’s how hot you can expect it to get thestate.com/news/local/arti…

100-degree weather to scorch SC Midlands this week. Here’s how hot you can expect it to get

Temperatures across South Carolina are supposed to exceed 100 degrees for the first time this year, the NWS says. Here’s how to prepare.

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A new restaurant for fish and wings has opened near Columbia. Check out where thestate.com/news/local/arti…

A new restaurant for fish and wings has opened near Columbia. Check out where

The new spot has wings, shrimp, catfish and more along a busy road in a growing area of the Midlands.

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Two SC metros among the deadliest in the US for pedestrians, says new report. Here’s why thestate.com/news/state/sout…

Two SC metros among the deadliest in the US for pedestrians, says new report. Here’s why

According to a new report, two SC metros are among the deadliest in the country for pedestrians. Here’s why they’re so dangerous.

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Oceanfront construction happening in Myrtle Beach. Will it affect your vacation? thestate.com/news/state/sout…

Oceanfront construction happening in Myrtle Beach. Will it affect your vacation?

Those planning vacation to coastal city asking if beach renourishment will ruin their trip. What to expect during an oceanfront stay.

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Walmart makes major move to keep customers away from Amazon thestate.com/news/business/a…

Walmart makes major move to keep customers away from Amazon

Walmart is shifting gears as competition with Amazon and other retailers intensifies amid weak consumer sentiment.

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One SC sports bar made Yelp’s top 100 list and it’s not in Greenville or Charleston thestate.com/news/state/sout…

One SC sports bar made Yelp’s top 100 list and it’s not in Greenville or Charleston

South Carolina has one of the 100 best sports bars in the US for 2026, according to Yelp.

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Michael Jordan’s agent — who coined ‘Air Jordan’ — selling $25M SC oceanfront home. Take a look thestate.com/news/state/sout…

Michael Jordan’s agent — who coined ‘Air Jordan’ — selling $25M SC oceanfront home. Take a look

The Kiawah Island home of David Falk, known for coining the phrase “Air Jordan,” is on the market for $25 million.

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‘Can’t take the smile off our face.’ Juneteenth offers joy in wake of SC tragedy thestate.com/living/article3…

‘Can’t take the smile off our face.’ Juneteenth offers joy in wake of SC tragedy

Celebrations of Black culture, history and activism are popping up across Columbia next week for the holiday.

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SC among the worst states in the US, new national report says. Here’s where it ranks & why thestate.com/news/state/sout…

SC among the worst states in the US, new national report says. Here’s where it ranks & why

A new report graded each state on over 30 different measures and then ranked them on average. See why SC ranked so low.

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Freshman who pushed Trump map in SC’s failed redistricting loses reelection thestate.com/news/politics-g…

Freshman who pushed Trump map in SC’s failed redistricting loses reelection

State Rep. Luke Rankin, R-Laurens, lost his bid for reelection by about 20 points Tuesday. He pushed the Trump endorsed Congressional map.

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Kroger draws serious scrutiny over digital price tags thestate.com/news/business/a…

Kroger draws serious scrutiny over digital price tags

Take a close look at the price tags on the shelves the next time you walk into a Kroger, because something has changed.

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Pascoe endorses once-rival Solicitor David Stumbo in SC attorney general’s race thestate.com/news/politics-g…

Pascoe endorses once-rival Solicitor David Stumbo in SC attorney general’s race

David Pascoe, who finished third in Tuesday’s Republican attorney general primary, endorsed second-place finisher and fellow Solicitor David Stumbo.

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Black food critic sues S.C. eatery after he was assaulted & ejected, suit says thestate.com/news/local/crim…

Black food critic sues S.C. eatery after he was assaulted & ejected, suit says

The suit contends the restaurant threw the food critic out over filming, then falsely accused him of assault.

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Magnitude 6.1 earthquake near Cuba’s western side felt throughout southern Florida thestate.com/news/nation-wor…

Magnitude 6.1 earthquake near Cuba’s western side felt throughout southern Florida

South Florida’s National Weather Service said it has received several reports of minor shaking across southwestern Florida. The agency said there was no tsunami danger linked to the earthquake.

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Girl, 16, gets up to 6 years juvenile jail for botched Rock Hill fatal robbery thestate.com/news/local/crim…

Girl, 16, gets up to 6 years juvenile jail for botched Rock Hill fatal robbery

The girl’s role was to “seduce” her boyfriend so another teen could steal a gun, but the boyfriend shot the other teen, prosecutors said.

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Miss SC competition returns to Columbia for 15th year. Here are the details thestate.com/news/state/sout…

Miss SC competition returns to Columbia for 15th year. Here are the details

Miss SC celebrates its 89th year and 15th in Columbia when the pageant unfolds next week.

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SC Democrats rushed to vote early. Did GOP voters turn out on Election Day? thestate.com/news/politics-g…

SC Democrats rushed to vote early. Did GOP voters turn out on Election Day?

More than 855,000 South Carolinians voted in the 2026 primary election and about 56% chose Republican ballots.

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A helicopter, ‘hoopla and excitement’: How South Carolina welcomed Kevin Schnall thestate.com/sports/college/…

A helicopter, ‘hoopla and excitement’: How South Carolina welcomed Kevin Schnall

Was this the most spectacular coaching introduction at USC since the debut of Lou Holtz?

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Popular ramen bar chain opening third restaurant in SC. Here’s where thestate.com/news/local/arti…

Popular ramen bar chain opening third restaurant in SC. Here’s where

A popular ramen bar chain is set to open its third restaurant in South Carolina. Here’s what to know.

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