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In South Carolina, 105 people have died after receiving COVID-19 “vaccine”

By Palmetto State News | Aug 31, 2024

South Carolina registered 105 deaths after admission of a “COVID-19” MRNA injection, according to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

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South Carolina inflation rate outpaces national average as of July 2024

By Palmetto State News | Aug 30, 2024

As of July 2024, South Carolina experienced a 21.7% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.2% increase.

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Attorneys general seek answers from top asset managers on fiduciary duty compliance

By Palmetto State News | Aug 30, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has joined a coalition of 24 attorneys general in seeking explanations from the nation’s top asset managers regarding their adherence to fiduciary duties. The coalition aims to determine if these managers are prioritizing environmental and social agendas over their clients' best interests.

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Greenville man arrested on six child sexual abuse material charges

By Palmetto State News | Aug 30, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Timothy Ray Taylor, 26, of Greenville, S.C., on six charges connected to the sexual exploitation of a minor. Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the Greenville County Sheriff's Office made the arrest. Investigators with the Attorney General's Office, also a member of the state's ICAC Task Force, assisted with this investigation.

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Charleston man charged with distributing child sexual abuse material

By Palmetto State News | Aug 30, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of William Robert Rattazzi, 73, of Charleston, S.C., on one charge connected to the sexual exploitation of a minor. Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the Charleston County Sheriff's Office made the arrest. Investigators with the Attorney General's Office, Homeland Security Investigations, Charleston Police Department, and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service, all also members of the state's ICAC Task Force, assisted with the investigation.

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Average VA home loan amount in South Carolina increases in Q2

By Palmetto State News | Aug 29, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in South Carolina during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $329,425, a 0.1% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Meta selects Aiken County for first South Carolina data center

By Palmetto State News | Aug 29, 2024

Meta has announced the establishment of its first South Carolina operation with a new data center in Aiken County. The $800 million investment will support 100 new operational jobs.

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Governor McMaster to hold ceremonial signing for Robert Smalls Monument bill

By Palmetto State News | Aug 29, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster and Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette will be joined by members of the General Assembly and other state leaders for a ceremonial bill signing of H. 5042, the Robert Smalls Monument bill, today, Thursday, August 29, at 2:30 PM.

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Coalition sues Biden administration over union rights for migrant farm workers

By Palmetto State News | Aug 28, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is co-leading a 17-state coalition in a lawsuit against the Biden administration to prevent migrant farm workers from receiving union rights that domestic farm workers do not have. The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia Brunswick Division has granted the states' motion for a preliminary injunction, halting the implementation of these rights while the lawsuit proceeds.

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VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in South Carolina average $325,701 for Q2

By Palmetto State News | Aug 26, 2024

The VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in South Carolina for the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024 averaged $325,701, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Attorney General Alan Wilson seeks answers from ActBlue over fundraising fraud allegations

By Palmetto State News | Aug 26, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has issued a letter to the CEO of ActBlue, addressing allegations that the political fundraising group may have engaged in potentially fraudulent or illegal activities.

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South Carolina leaders announce weekly schedule including economic development and legislative activities

By Palmetto State News | Aug 26, 2024

Gov. Henry McMaster, Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette, and First Lady Peggy McMaster have announced their schedules for the week of August 26, 2024.

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Senator Scott calls for support of Israel amid Iran-backed terrorism

By Palmetto State News | Aug 25, 2024

U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued a statement on Iran-backed terrorism.

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Columbia man arrested on child sexual abuse material charges

By Palmetto State News | Aug 23, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Matthew Turner Vereen, 28, of Columbia, S.C., on three charges connected to the sexual exploitation of a minor. Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the South Carolina Attorney General's Office made the arrest. Investigators with the Columbia Police Department and Homeland Security Investigations, both also members of the state's ICAC Task Force, assisted with this investigation.

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Hartsville man arrested for distributing child sexual abuse material

By Palmetto State News | Aug 23, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Ganson Eugene Gainer, 50, of Hartsville, S.C., on one charge connected to the sexual exploitation of a minor. Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the Attorney General's Office made the arrest. Investigators with the Hartsville Police Department, Homeland Security Investigations, and U.S. Secret Service, all members of the state's ICAC Task Force, assisted with this investigation.

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Governor McMaster to address cybersecurity conference on August 23

By Palmetto State News | Aug 22, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster's schedule for Friday, August 23, includes the following:

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Gov. McMaster signs bill extending abandoned buildings tax credit through 2035

By Palmetto State News | Aug 21, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster today was joined by members of the General Assembly and local business leaders for a ceremonial bill signing of S. 1021, which extends the Abandoned Buildings Tax Credit through 2035 and increases the maximum tax credit that can be earned in a year from $500,000 to $700,000, further incentivizing investment in vacant buildings across South Carolina.

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Airline Trade Group: Credit Card Competition Act would 'negatively impact economic growth across South Carolina'

By Palmetto State News reports | Aug 20, 2024

Marli Collier, managing director at Airlines for America (A4A), said the proposed Durbin-Marshall Credit Card Competition Act would negatively impact South Carolina's travel industry and economic health.

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Governor McMaster to hold ceremonial signing for Abandoned Buildings Tax Credit bill

By Palmetto State News | Aug 20, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster will be joined by members of the General Assembly, local business owners, and other local leaders for a ceremonial bill signing of S. 1021, the Abandoned Buildings Tax Credit bill, tomorrow, Wednesday, August 21 at 11:00 AM.

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Eveon Containers announces new headquarters opening in Charleston County

By Palmetto State News | Aug 20, 2024

Eveon Containers expands North American operations with a new headquarters in Charleston County