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Average VA IRRRL Loan amount in South Carolina declines from 2022 to 2023

By Palmetto State News | May 30, 2024

The average VA IRRRL Loan amount for South Carolina in 2023 was $316,446, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Senator Graham criticizes Trump trial, predicts reversal on appeal

By Palmetto State News | May 30, 2024

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today issued a statement regarding the recent legal case involving former President Donald Trump.

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Anderson man arrested on multiple child sexual abuse material charges

By Palmetto State News | May 30, 2024

(COLUMBIA, S.C.) - South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Larry Ray Vickery, Jr., 52, of Anderson, S.C., on seven 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 Anderson County Sheriff's Office, Anderson Police Department, S.C. Department of Probation, Parole, and Pardon, and the U.S. Secret Service, all members of the state's ICAC Task Force, assisted with this investigation.

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Governor signs two landmark child safety bills into law

By Palmetto State News | May 29, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster Signs Two Landmark Child Safety Bills Into Law

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Expandable establishes first North American base with $3M investment

By Palmetto State News | May 29, 2024

Expandable, LLC selects Greenville County to establish first North American operation

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Dutch firm chooses Greenville for first US site with $3M investment

By Palmetto State News | May 29, 2024

Expandable, LLC selects Greenville County to establish first North American operation

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South Carolina one of 30 states that allows copay accumulators

By Palmetto State News Service | May 28, 2024

South Carolina is one of thirty states that allows copay accumulators.

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Average VA home loan amount in South Carolina falls in Q1

By Palmetto State News | May 28, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in South Carolina during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $329,130, a 1.8% decrease from the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Governor McMaster to hold ceremonial signing for two bills

By Palmetto State News | May 28, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster and Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette will be joined by community leaders and members of the General Assembly for ceremonial bill signings of H. 4624, the Help Not Harm bill, and H. 3434, the Child Online Safety Act, on Wednesday, May 29 at 11:00 AM.

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Governor outlines schedule with key legislative activities

By Palmetto State News | May 28, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Gov. Henry McMaster, Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette, and First Lady Peggy McMaster’s schedules for the week of May 28 include the following:

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Attorney General Wilson joins multi-state lawsuit challenging California's climate litigation

By Palmetto State News | May 24, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has joined a 19-state coalition led by Alabama in requesting the Supreme Court to declare unconstitutional the efforts of California, Connecticut, Minnesota, New Jersey, and Rhode Island to influence American energy policy. These states have initiated litigation against major energy companies over an alleged "climate crisis," seeking billions of dollars in damages. The coalition argues that these lawsuits threaten to impose severe penalties and coercive measures affecting energy production and consumption nationwide.

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Clarios announces $16M expansion creating jobs in Oconee County

By Palmetto State News | May 23, 2024

Clarios, a global leader in advanced battery solutions, announced today that it is expanding its operations in Oconee County, South Carolina. The company plans to invest approximately $16 million and create 12 new jobs.

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Attorney General Wilson joins federal antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation

By Palmetto State News | May 23, 2024

Attorney General Alan Wilson has joined the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and a bipartisan coalition of 29 states and the District of Columbia in filing an antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation Entertainment, Inc., which owns Ticketmaster. The lawsuit alleges that these companies have illegally monopolized the live entertainment industry, resulting in increased ticket prices for South Carolina residents.

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Father and son arrested for exploiting vulnerable adult at assisted living facility

By Palmetto State News | May 23, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Billy Joe Callahan, 56, and Matthew James Callahan, 33, both residents of Myrtle Beach. The arrests were made by the office’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (SCMFCU).

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Senators introduce resolution marking 60 years of U.S.-Kenya relations

By Palmetto State News | May 23, 2024

U.S. Senators Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.) have introduced a resolution commemorating 60 years of diplomatic relations between the United States and Kenya. Senator Scott, the Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health Policy, along with Subcommittee Chair Senator Booker, underscored the significance of this strategic relationship.

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Aiken man faces charges related to child sexual abuse material

By Palmetto State News | May 23, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Charles Richard Wilson, 58, of Aiken, S.C., on five charges connected to the sexual exploitation of a minor. Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the Aiken Department of Public Safety made the arrest. Investigators with the Attorney General's Office and Aiken County Sheriff's Office, both also members of the state's ICAC Task Force, assisted with the investigation.

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Governor McMaster signs bill defining antisemitism into law

By Palmetto State News | May 23, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster Signs Bill Defining Antisemitism Into Law

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Defense Credit Union Council to Sens. Graham, Scott: Proposed credit card regs ‘will risk military financial readiness’

By Palmetto State News | May 22, 2024

An association representing 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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Republican governors oppose proposals granting WHO increased authority over U.S

By Palmetto State News | May 22, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster has joined 23 other Republican governors in writing a letter to President Biden, expressing their united opposition to two proposals currently under negotiation that would grant the World Health Organization (WHO) unprecedented and unconstitutional powers over the United States and its people.

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Governor McMaster to hold ceremonial bill signing on antisemitism legislation

By Palmetto State News | May 22, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster will be accompanied by Jewish community leaders and members of the General Assembly for a ceremonial bill signing of H. 4042, Defining Antisemitism. The event is scheduled to take place tomorrow, Thursday, May 23 at 1:00 PM.