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Questions swirl around South Carolina's $9.3 billion investment with BlackRock

By Art Benavidez | Feb 9, 2022

Consumers’ Research recently submitted a letter to the governors of the top 10 states that have invested public pension funds in BlackRock, outlining concerns about the investment firm.

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McMaster names Bolchoz as next chairman of DHEC Board

By Art Benavidez | Jan 11, 2022

Gov. Henry McMaster has named Robert Bolchoz as the next chairman of the South Carolina Board of Health and Environmental Control as Mark Elam has announced his retirement.

South Carolina alleged sex trafficker is denied bail

By Art Benavidez | Dec 31, 2021

Charleston entrepreneur and suspected sex trafficker Earl Dawson Caldwell IV was refused bail in a ruling Dec. 20 by magistrate judge Mary Gordon Baker.

Innovative Construction Group is establishing operations in Florence County: 'We are delighted'

By Art Benavidez | Dec 22, 2021

A Jacksonville, Florida-based off-site construction company recently announced that it will begin operations in Florence County.

Clemson wins 2021 NCAA men's soccer championship

By Art Benavidez | Dec 15, 2021

The Clemson Tigers are the 2021 men’s soccer national champions after beating No. 2-seeded Washington, 2-0 on Sunday.

McMaster signs bill to assist SC veterans, dependents with in-state tuition at state colleges

By Art Benavidez | Dec 2, 2021

All veterans and their dependents, regardless of when they left the service, will have in-state tuition assistance when enrolling at South Carolina's universities, colleges and technical colleges thanks to the recent passage and singing of legislation known as Military Tuition Rates.

Rickenmann wins mayoral runoff to become Columbia's 37th leader

By Art Benavidez | Nov 21, 2021

Daniel Rickenmann is the mayor-elect of Columbia, after he won the Nov. 16 mayoral runoff to lead the city as its 37th mayor.

Clemson's Murphy tabbed ACC Co-Defensive Lineman of the Week

By Art Benavidez | Nov 2, 2021

Clemson sophomore defensive end Myles Murphy earned ACC Co-Defensive Lineman of the Week in recognition for his performance in the Tigers' 30-20 win over Florida State on Saturday, according to a team press release.

Former state lawmaker dies

By Art Benavidez | Oct 21, 2021

A former South Carolina lawmaker and Richland County educator recently passed away.

Furman students start petition to reform state's hazing laws

By Art Benavidez | Sep 30, 2021

A change.org petition calling for a reform to the state’s hazing legislation has been started by two upstate college students.

South Carolina State, Furman universities part of multi-institutional effort to develop climate resilience solutions

By Art Benavidez | Sep 29, 2021

South Carolina State University in Orangeburg and Furman University in Greenville are working in collaboration with North Carolina State University to construct climate resilience solutions in frontline, at-risk communities across the Carolinas.

Evanesce establishing operations in Hampton County

By Art Benavidez | Sep 22, 2021

A sustainable technology innovator has said it will go forward with a $17 million development in Hampton County.

McMaster signs the Child Abuse Response Protocol Act

By Art Benavidez | Sep 22, 2021

Gov. Henry McMaster recently signed into law a measure aimed at helping child abuse investigations in the state.

South Carolina congressional lawmakers silent as US inflation runs amok, wages sag

By Art Benavidez | Aug 25, 2021

No one in the South Carolina congressional delegation has decided to comment when it comes to growing concerns surrounding soaring U.S. inflation.

University of South Carolina to require masks in all campus buildings

By Art Benavidez | Aug 13, 2021

Despite Gov. Henry McMaster's recent announcement stating that schools can’t require the use of facemasks, the University of South Carolina will require masks in all campus buildings.