Palmetto State News

Gov. Henry McMaster, Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette, and First Lady Peggy McMaster have a busy schedule lined up for the week of April 29, 2024.On Tuesday, April 30, Gov. McMaster will be attending Small Business Day at the State House in Columbia, S.C., followed by the 2024 South Carolina Governor's Opioid & Addiction Summit Awards Luncheon at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center.Lt. Gov. Evette will also be active on Wednesday, May 1, as she joins the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce for a press conference at the Charleston Area Convention...

Attorney General Alan Wilson Announces Arrest of Three People for Stealing from Sumter Assisted Living Resident

(COLUMBIA, S.C.) – South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that his office’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (SCMFCU) has arrested Sonya D. Bradley (58 years old), Ronnie M. June (33 years old), and Antonio K. Shad (37 years old), all from Sumter, SC on charges related to financial exploitation.According to Attorney General Wilson, the individuals were charged with Exploitation of a Vulnerable Adult, Criminal Conspiracy, and various counts of Financial Transaction Card Fraud. The arrests stem from a joint investigation by the SCMFCU and the Sumter Police...

Attorney General Alan Wilson Announces Arrest in Fraud Case Against Vulnerable Adult

COLUMBIA, S.C. - South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson made a significant announcement regarding the arrest of Ronnelle Nance, a 54-year-old man from Washington, DC, in connection with a case of fraud against a vulnerable adult in Upstate SC.Nance was arrested by the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (SCMFCU) for charges including Exploitation of a Vulnerable Adult and Breach of Trust with Fraudulent Intent. These charges stem from allegations that Nance unlawfully used the funds, assets, and power-of-attorney of a vulnerable adult between May 6, 2021, and July 31, 2023,...

Greenville Man Arrested on charges of distributing Child Sexual Abuse Material

(COLUMBIA, S.C.) - South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Donald Ray Locke, 59, of Greenville, S.C., on three charges connected to the sexual exploitation of a minor. Locke was arrested on April 24, 2024, for distributing files of child sexual abuse material, as stated by investigators involved in the case.Locke is facing three counts of sexual exploitation of a minor, second degree, which is a felony offense punishable by up to 10 years imprisonment on each count. The case will be prosecuted by the Attorney General's Office, as confirmed by...

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.

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.

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.

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...

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.

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...

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Sen. Scott to Support Supplemental Funding Bill

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...

Graham Votes In Favor Of House-Passed National Security Supplemental

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...

Camden Man Arrested on 15 Child Sexual Abuse Material* Charges

(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...

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

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’...

Governor Henry McMaster to Hold Ceremonial Bill Signing

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...

Resolution Celebrating Lady Gamecocks National Championship Passes Senate