Josh Green Governor of Hawaii
Government

South Carolina sees 7% rise in insurance premiums taxes collections in 2024

Out of the $18 billion in total tax revenue collected by South Carolina in 2024, $361.5 million came from insurance premiums sales taxes, representing an increase from the previous year, when the total was $337.8 million, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Annual Survey of State Government Tax Collections (STC).

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster, left, and University of Pennsylvania male swimmer Will "Lia" Thomas
Sports

Analysis: South Carolina one of 29 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

Jacquie Berger, Executive Director of Lowcountry Local First
Non-profit

Lowcountry Local First celebrates Spring 2026 Community Business Academy graduates

Mike McGuire, Head Coach at Winthrop Eagles Men's Baseball
Business

Eddie Hill inducted into South Carolina Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame

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Senator Lindsey Graham, US Senator for South Carolina
Government

Senator Graham urges Senate to pass Secure America Act during vote-a-rama

Senator Lindsey Graham urged fellow senators on June 4 to support passage of the Secure America Act during floor remarks at vote-a-rama proceedings. He contrasted current border security policies with previous administrations and cited incidents involving illegal immigration within South Carolina.

Shelley Smith, Head Coach at South Carolina Gamecocks Women's Soccer
News

Cat Barry leads Lexington Sporting Club to league title with record-breaking season

Cat Barry has led Lexington Sporting Club through an impressive turnaround season by winning both individual scoring honors and helping secure two major titles. The former South Carolina star reflects on her journey through collegiate success into professional achievement.
U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace representing South Carolina's 1st Congressional District
Business

Rep. Nancy Mace introduces amendment to bar federal officials with foreign allegiances

Rep. Nancy Mace has introduced a constitutional amendment aiming to ensure exclusive U.S.-only allegiance among top federal officials by barring those with dual citizenships unless they renounce other ties. The measure follows her earlier proposal requiring certain officials be natural born citizens.
Bryan Derreberry President and CEO
Non-profit

Cyber Husky to host webinar on employee use of AI tools in the workplace

Cyber Husky will hold a free webinar on June 4 focused on how employees are using artificial intelligence tools in workplaces. The session targets business leaders concerned with strategy and risk management regarding data exposure from these technologies.
Anita W. Huggins, Superintendent of Charleston County School District
Government

Charleston County School District launches Learning Leaders pilot program for teachers

Charleston County School District has introduced its new Learning Leaders pilot program aimed at retaining top-performing teachers while spreading effective instructional practices district-wide. The initiative includes stipends and mentorship roles designed to foster peer-to-peer learning.

Andrew Burr, Head Coach at Furman Paladins Women's Soccer
Business

Furman women’s soccer announces 2026 schedule with thirteen home matches

Furman women’s soccer has released its upcoming schedule for the fall of 2026. Head coach Andrew Burr says he looks forward to testing his experienced squad through both non-conference matchups and challenging Southern Conference competition.
Bryan Derreberry President and CEO
Non-profit

Truist Foundation awards $100,000 grant to support Charleston Chamber’s business platform

The Charleston Metro Chamber has received a $100,000 grant from Truist Foundation for its new Business Creation platform aimed at supporting entrepreneurship in the region. The initiative will provide technical assistance, training programs, workshops, networking opportunities and mentorship for local businesses.
Aaron Graham, Acting CEO and Managing Member of National Land Realty LLC
Real Estate

National Land Realty completes full migration of technology platform to AWS cloud

National Land Realty has migrated its entire technology platform to Amazon Web Services. The move aims to improve reliability and scalability for agents and clients nationwide. Company leaders say this reflects an ongoing commitment to technological advancement.