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FDA conducted second lowest number of inspections on Veterinary companies in South Carolina during 2023

By Palmetto State News | Apr 26, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted three inspections at three Veterinary companies from South Carolina in 2023.

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Financial Researcher: South Carolinians could see increase in credit card fraud under proposed credit card regulations

By Palmetto State News Report | Apr 25, 2024

Glenn Grossman, the director of research at financial advisory firm Cornerstone Advisors, said the pending federal “Credit Card Competition Act of 2023” (CCCA) could lead to an increase in credit card fraud.

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South Carolina: Tobacco companies were the least FDA inspected companies in South Carolina in 2023

By Palmetto State News | Apr 25, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Tobacco company from South Carolina in 2023.

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Tradd Advisory Company Expands Operations in Charleston County, Creating 100 New Jobs

By Palmetto State News | Apr 25, 2024

Tradd Advisory Company has announced its expansion in Charleston County, with an $88,800 investment set to create 100 new jobs over the next five years. The company, established in 2018, specializes in freight transportation services and operates as a third-party logistics provider. Tradd works with a vast network of carriers and recently opened its first official office at the Harbor Entrepreneur Center in Mount Pleasant.Tradd Advisory Company Owner and CEO, Stephen Scates, expressed his enthusiasm about the expansion, stating, "It is exciting to have a footprint in...

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Which type of South Carolina companies were inspected the most by FDA in 2023?

By Palmetto State News | Apr 24, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted 39 inspections at 39 Food and Cosmetics companies from South Carolina in 2023.

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Sen. Scott’s Fentanyl Bill Signed into Law

By Palmetto State News | Apr 24, 2024

Washington, Apr 24 2024 - U.S. Senator Tim Scott's efforts to combat the illicit fentanyl supply chain have come to fruition as his FEND Off Fentanyl Act was signed into law as part of the national security supplemental package. Senator Scott, as the top Republican on the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, spearheaded the legislation aimed at disrupting the flow of fentanyl into the United States."The precursors for fentanyl come from China, they’re manufactured in Mexico, and then the Mexican cartels bring them to America – leading to the deaths of...

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South Carolina: Drugs companies were the third least FDA inspected companies in South Carolina in 2023

By Palmetto State News | Apr 23, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted four inspections at four Drugs companies from South Carolina in 2023.

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22 South Carolina hospitals participate in federal 340B Drug Pricing Program

By Palmetto State News | Apr 23, 2024

South Carolina has 22 hospitals in the federal 340B Drug Pricing Program.

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Senators Call on Biden Administration to Protect Jewish Students from Anti-Semitic Mobs

By Palmetto State News | Apr 23, 2024

U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham and Tom Cotton, along with 25 Senate Republicans, have sent a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland and Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona, urging immediate action to protect Jewish students on college campuses from anti-Semitic mobs. The Senators emphasized the need for restoring order and ensuring the safety of Jewish students who have been targeted.In the letter, the Senators stated, "You need to take action to restore order and protect Jewish students on our college campuses. President Biden issued a statement on Sunday, purporting...

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Sen. Scott to Support Supplemental Funding Bill

By Palmetto State News | Apr 23, 2024

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) announced his support for the supplemental funding package under consideration by the Senate this week, emphasizing the importance of standing with allies and ensuring national security. Senator Scott highlighted the significance of the package in a statement, saying, "This is an essential step in standing shoulder-to-shoulder with our ally Israel and providing meaningful action as they defend their people from Iran and its terrorist proxies."Expressing his backing for the national security package, Senator Scott acknowledged...

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Graham Votes In Favor Of House-Passed National Security Supplemental

By Palmetto State News | Apr 23, 2024

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) has shown his support for the House of Representatives-authored national security supplemental, which has passed through both the House and the U.S. Senate with overwhelming bipartisan support.Speaking on the Senate floor, Senator Graham expressed his satisfaction with the approved aid to Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan. He highlighted the significance of President Trump's role in converting portions of the aid into a loan, stating, "There is no doubt that President Trump’s support for turning portions of this aid...

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Camden Man Arrested on 15 Child Sexual Abuse Material* Charges

By Palmetto State News | Apr 22, 2024

(COLUMBIA, S.C.) - South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Derek James Pettus, 22, of Camden, S.C., on 15 charges connected to the sexual exploitation of a minor. Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the Camden Police Department made the arrest. Investigators with the Attorney General's Office, Kershaw County Sheriff's Office, Homeland Security Investigations, and U.S. Secret Service, all also members of the state's ICAC Task Force, assisted with this investigation.Investigators received a CyberTipline report...

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Sen. Scott Calls for Columbia University President to Resign Over Rampant Antisemitism on Campus

By Palmetto State News | Apr 22, 2024

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) has called for the resignation of Columbia University President Nemat ‘Minouche’ Shafik over the rampant antisemitism on the university's campus. In a statement, Senator Scott emphasized the importance of ensuring a safe environment for all students, particularly Jewish students."All institutions that receive federal dollars need to be put on notice that Jewish students have the right to go to class and study peacefully and that their funding is a privilege," stated Senator Scott. He further added, "President Nemat ‘Minouche’...

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Governor Henry McMaster to Hold Ceremonial Bill Signing

By Palmetto State News | Apr 22, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster is set to hold a ceremonial bill signing event tomorrow, where he will be joined by various dignitaries including Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers and members of the General Assembly.The event, which will take place at Cottle Farms in Hopkins, S.C., will mark the signing of H. 3951, the Working Agricultural Lands Preservation Act. The bill aims to preserve agricultural lands in the state and is seen as a significant step towards promoting sustainable agriculture.The ceremony is scheduled for 10:30 AM on Tuesday, April...

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Resolution Celebrating Lady Gamecocks National Championship Passes Senate

By Palmetto State News | Apr 22, 2024

WASHINGTON — The United States Senate has passed a resolution led by U.S. Senators Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) recognizing the University of South Carolina (USC) women’s basketball team for winning the 2024 National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) Women’s Basketball National Championship. The USC women’s basketball team went undefeated for the entire season with a 38-0 record. This is the Lady Gamecocks’ third national championship win."The University of South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball team is a shining example of the success that...

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Gov. Henry McMaster and Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette's Upcoming Weekly Schedule Unveiled

By Palmetto State News | Apr 22, 2024

Gov. Henry McMaster and Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette, along with First Lady Peggy McMaster, have a busy week ahead as per their schedules for the week of April 22, 2024.On Tuesday, April 23, Gov. McMaster will be participating in a ceremonial bill signing for H. 3951, the Working Agricultural Lands Preservation Act, at Cottle Farms in Hopkins, S.C. Following this, he will provide the keynote address at the 2024 South Carolina Hospitality Conference in Columbia.Meanwhile, Lt. Gov. Evette is set to host and attend the National Lieutenant Governors Association’s Spring...

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Upstate Men Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges

By Palmetto State News | Apr 22, 2024

(COLUMBIA, S.C.) - South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Jerome Shahid Brown, 26, of Moore, S.C., and Christopher Morris Shepard, 49, of Pelzer, S.C., on 11 total charges connected to the sexual exploitation of minors. Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the South Carolina Attorney General's Office and the South Carolina Department of Corrections made the arrests in these unrelated cases.Investigators received a CyberTipline report from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) which led...

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Graham, Scott Resolution Recognizing Lady Gamecocks National Championship Passes Senate

By Palmetto State News | Apr 22, 2024

WASHINGTON – The United States Senate has passed a resolution sponsored by U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) and Tim Scott (R-South Carolina) commending the University of South Carolina (USC) women’s basketball team for winning the 2024 National Collegiate Athletics Association Women’s Basketball National Championship. The USC women’s basketball team went undefeated for the entire season with a 38-0 record. This is the Lady Gamecock’s third national championship win."I’m glad to have worked with Senator Scott to pass a resolution honoring the Lady Gamecocks’...

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Report: South Carolina ranked No. 10 for per-capita credit card fraud reports in 2023

By Palmetto State News Service | Apr 22, 2024

South Carolina ranked No. 10 in the country for per-capita credit card fraud reports in 2023.

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FDA conducted third highest number of inspections on device companies in South Carolina during 2023

By Palmetto State News | Apr 22, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted six inspections at six device companies from South Carolina in 2023.