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TL+CO to create 35 jobs with $7.5 million Beaufort County facility

By Palmetto State News | Apr 10, 2025

TL+CO Business Solutions, based in Utah, announced its decision to set up its first South Carolina operation in Beaufort County.

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South Carolina ranks 16th among 38 U.S. states for teacher shortages

By Palmetto State News | Apr 10, 2025

As of 2025, South Carolina reported 938 teacher vacancies, equating to 12 vacancies per 10,000 students, positioning it 16th among 38 U.S. states facing teacher shortages, according to the World Population Review.

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Tim Scott's CRA resolution on overdraft fees awaits President Trump's decision

By Palmetto State News | Apr 9, 2025

Chairman Tim Scott's Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution has advanced through the legislative process, with the U.S. House of Representatives passing the measure to overturn a rule set by the Biden Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)...

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Paul Atkins confirmed as new SEC Chairman, Tim Scott expresses support

By Palmetto State News | Apr 9, 2025

Tonight, the Senate confirmed Paul Atkins as the Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

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Pickens County man arrested for sexual exploitation of a minor

By Palmetto State News | Apr 9, 2025

South Carolina authorities have arrested a man from Pickens County on multiple charges related to the sexual exploitation of a minor, as per the announcement from South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson.

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Sen. Scott emphasizes South Carolina workers' role in economic growth

By Palmetto State News | Apr 9, 2025

U.S. Senator Tim Scott from South Carolina released a statement highlighting the importance of South Carolina's workforce in contributing to both state and national economic growth.

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Palmetto Plastics Innovations to open new facility in Jasper County, creating 28 jobs

By Palmetto State News | Apr 9, 2025

Palmetto Plastics Innovations, a plastic extrusion manufacturer, has announced the establishment of a new facility in Jasper County, South Carolina.

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Bluffton man arrested again on charges of child sexual abuse material

By Palmetto State News | Apr 8, 2025

A Bluffton resident has been arrested on charges related to the sexual exploitation of minors, according to South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson.

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Attorney General Wilson co-leads coalition defending faith-based counselors' free speech rights

By Palmetto State News | Apr 8, 2025

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced his co-leadership of a coalition comprising 11 state attorneys general in a legal effort to safeguard free speech rights for faith-based counselors.

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South Carolina sees 13 H-1B petitions from employers classified under the Information industry during 2024

By Palmetto State News | Apr 7, 2025

Employers classified under the Information industry based in South Carolina submitted 13 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Greenville man arrested for alleged distribution of child sexual abuse material

By Palmetto State News | Apr 7, 2025

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Sammy Lee Knight, a 30-year-old resident of Greenville, South Carolina.

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Greenville man sentenced for sex crimes against children and exploitation

By Palmetto State News | Apr 7, 2025

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced the guilty plea and sentencing of Grant Herman, 57, in Greenville County.

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Gov. McMaster and state officials outline April 7, 2025, week engagements

By Palmetto State News | Apr 7, 2025

Gov. Henry McMaster, Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette, and First Lady Peggy McMaster have announced their schedules for the week of April 7, 2025.

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Man from Lancaster County faces child sexual exploitation charges

By Palmetto State News | Apr 7, 2025

A man from Heath Springs, South Carolina, was recently arrested on charges related to the sexual exploitation of a minor.

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Analysis: South Carolina one of 25 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Palmetto State News | Apr 6, 2025

An analysis by Palmetto State News shows that, following President Biden's new Title IX protections in April 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” South Carolina is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls' high school sports.

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Governor McMaster to address community and law enforcement on April 7 in Columbia

By Palmetto State News | Apr 6, 2025

Governor Henry McMaster has outlined his schedule for Monday, April 7, 2025.

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Governor McMaster to update on South Carolina’s fight against dogfighting

By Palmetto State News | Apr 6, 2025

Governor Henry McMaster and South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) Chief Mark Keel will hold a press conference regarding the state's strategies against dogfighting.

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Defense Credit Union Council to Sens. Graham, Scott: 'The Credit Card Competition Act is a misnomer—it does nothing to enhance competition'

By Palmetto State News | Apr 4, 2025

The Defense Credit Union Council, which represents U.S. military credit unions, sent a letter to South Carolina's U.S. Senators in opposition to proposed credit card regulations pending in the U.S. Senate.

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South Carolina Livestock Weekly Review continues publication under Commissioner Weathers

By Palmetto State News | Apr 4, 2025

The South Carolina Livestock Weekly Review, typically published every week except for Thanksgiving and Christmas, is managed by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture under the leadership of Commissioner Hugh Weathers.

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Republicans urge FHFA Director to address inefficiencies and political influences

By Palmetto State News | Apr 4, 2025

Chairman Tim Scott and other Banking Committee Republicans have urged the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Director, Bill Pulte, to focus on reducing government waste and ensuring the agency fulfills its fundamental mission of enhancing the...