South Carolina Parks Fill Up As Virus Death Toll Climbs
Several state parks in South Carolina quickly reached capacity Sunday on the first weekend they were open after a lengthy closure because of the coronavirus.
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Trump Declares Disaster For 7 SC Counties After Storms
President Donald Trump has approved a disaster request from South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster following tornadoes and severe weather that hit the state last month, according to a Saturday news release.
POLITICAL WRAP: Pressure on States to Reopen; Biden Addresses Sexual Assault Allegation
Growing pressure on states to reopen, amid continued protests. And Presidential candidate Joe Biden breaks his silence on a sexual assault allegation from a former Senate staffer.
Deputies: Woman Killed In Alligator Attack At S.C. Pond
Deputies in South Carolina shot and killed an alligator that fatally attacked a woman on Friday, authorities said.
South Carolina "Home or Work" Order Ends Monday; Outdoor Seating Allowed at Restaurants
As more states push to reopen their economies, Governor Henry McMaster says he will lift the statewide "Home or Work" order on Monday. Also, people in the Palmetto State will be able to dine outside at restaurants.
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster To Allow Outdoor Dining At Restaurants Starting May 4th
Governor Henry McMaster today announced that the statewide “Work-or-Home” order will be lifted and returned to voluntary status on Monday, May 4th. The governor also announced that beginning on May 4th, restaurants throughout South Carolina may provide outdoor customer dining service in addition to existing take out, curbside, and delivery services.
For People Yearning Sun, SC Beach Hotels, State Parks Open
Officials are giving people in South Carolina plenty of chances to get outside and enjoy the sunshine this weekend after weeks of locked gates and shuttered hotels because of the coronavirus.
Distribution Of Potassium Iodide To Residents Within Emergency Planning Zone Of McGuire And Catawba Nuclear Power Plant On Hold
The five public health departments recommend residents and employers within the 10-mile radius of a Nuclear Power Plant keep their current supply of KI for emergency use.
Kansas City Chiefs' Reid On Breeland Arrest: 'We'll Let It Play Out'
Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid has spoken with cornerback Bashaud Breeland following his arrest in South Carolina. Reid said Friday that the organization will allow the legal process to play out before making any decisions of its own.
SouthPark Mall, Concord Mills, Premium Outlet All Reopening May 8th
Simon Property Group announced they are reopening SouthPark Mall, Concord Mills, and the Premium Outlet on May 8th.
NASCAR To Resume Season May 17 With Seven Races In 10 Days
NASCAR plans to restart its engines with a flurry of races at two historic tracks.
Chesterfield County Storm Damage | PHOTOS
Officials with the Chesterfield County Emergency Management posted photos of storm damage that happened overnight as severe weather moved through the Carolinas.
SC Governor Faces Different Pressure To Reopen State
Three of the most conservative members of the South Carolina House sent a letter Wednesday to the House speaker, asking him to call lawmakers back to the Statehouse and end the governor’s emergency orders over the coronavirus.
York County Murder Suspect Identified, Arrested In Miami
Corey Troupe, the identified suspect in a Rock Hill homicide investigation, has been located and arrested in Miami, Florida, officials say.
30 Million Have Sought US Jobless Aid Since Virus Hit
More than 3.8 million laid-off workers applied for unemployment benefits last week as the U.S. economy slid further into a crisis that is becoming the most devastating since the 1930s.
Coca-Cola 600 Expected to Run Memorial Day Weekend with No Fans in Attendance
Drivers, start your engines! Governor Cooper is waving the green flag to allow the Coca-Cola 600 to run at Charlotte Motor Speedway, with no fans in attendance.
South Carolina Releases Details On Coronavirus Cases and Deaths At Nursing Homes And Assisted Living Facilities
In an ongoing effort to continue to define the extent of COVID-19 within South Carolina’s nursing homes, assisted living and similar facilities, the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today provided an updated list of the facilities that have been impacted by COVID-19.
Gov. Cooper Says He Expects NASCAR's Coca-Cola 600 To Take Place Memorial Day Weekend At Charlotte Motor Speedway
The governor of North Carolina said Tuesday that NASCAR can go forward with the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway without fans in attendance at the end of May unless health conditions deteriorate in the state.
