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Governor's task force prepares groundwork for forensic audit on state funds

By Palmetto State News | Jul 2, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The working group established by Governor Henry McMaster this spring to investigate the existence of $1.8 billion in state funds has prepared the necessary documentation and information for a forensic accounting review to commence in the new fiscal year.

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FDA Inspection: What type of South Carolina companies were under most scrutiny during June?

By Palmetto State News | Jul 2, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two Food and Cosmetics companies from South Carolina in June.

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FDA conducted third highest number of inspections on device companies in South Carolina during Q1

By Palmetto State News | Jul 1, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two device companies from South Carolina in the first quarter of 2024.

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2022 Public Pension Contributions: South Carolina ranks 23rd in the U.S.

By Palmetto State News | Jul 1, 2024

South Carolina received $3.4 million in public pension contributions, ranking it 23rd in the United States in 2022, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau's Annual Survey of Public Pensions.

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South Carolina sees inflation increase as of June 2024

By Palmetto State News | Jul 1, 2024

As of June 2024, South Carolina experienced a 21.4% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.1% increase.

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Governor outlines weekly schedule including events abroad and local engagements

By Palmetto State News | Jul 1, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Gov. Henry McMaster, Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette, and First Lady Peggy McMaster have outlined their schedules for the week of July 1, 2024.

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Senator Graham comments on Supreme Court's presidential immunity ruling

By Palmetto State News | Jul 1, 2024

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued a statement today regarding the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in Trump v. United States.

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Greenville County man arrested on charges related to sexual exploitation of minors

By Palmetto State News | Jul 1, 2024

(COLUMBIA, S.C.) - South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Javon Sequa Marshall, 27, of Taylors, S.C., on two charges connected to the sexual exploitation of minors. 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 the investigation.

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Easley woman arrested for alleged exploitation of assisted living resident

By Palmetto State News | Jul 1, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Christa Porter Bennett, 51, of Easley, S.C., on charges related to the exploitation of a vulnerable adult and breach of trust with fraudulent intent. Bennett was taken into custody at the Greenville County Detention Center on June 28, 2024.

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South Carolina: Biologics companies were the second most FDA inspected companies in South Carolina in Q1

By Palmetto State News | Jul 1, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted six inspections at six Biologics companies from South Carolina in the first quarter of 2024.

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

By Palmetto State News | Jul 1, 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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Average VA IRRRL loan amount in South Carolina declines from Q4 FY2023 to Q1 FY2024

By Palmetto State News | Jun 30, 2024

The average VA interest rate reduction refinance loan (IRRRL) amount in South Carolina during the first quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $337,833, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Which type of South Carolina companies were inspected the most by FDA in Q1?

By Palmetto State News | Jun 29, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted seven inspections at seven Food and Cosmetics companies from South Carolina in the first quarter of 2024.

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America First Legal: ‘There is no reason for a foreign national to be on’ South Carolina voter rolls

By Palmetto State News | Jun 28, 2024

America First Legal (AFL) has sent a letter to each senior election official of all 50 states, including to South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond, to advise on two federal laws that allow states to request and obtain accurate information on an individual’s citizenship status and their ability to vote.

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Graham comments on Supreme Court overturning Chevron doctrine

By Palmetto State News | Jun 28, 2024

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today issued a statement regarding the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo.

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SBA approves Governor McMaster’s request for South Carolina disaster assistance

By Palmetto State News | Jun 26, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Following Governor Henry McMaster's June 21 request, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today that South Carolina's businesses and residents affected by the June 10 severe weather are eligible to apply for low-interest disaster loans. The declaration covers Berkeley County and the adjacent counties of Charleston, Clarendon, Dorchester, Georgetown, Orangeburg, and Williamsburg.

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Governor McMaster secures SBA disaster assistance following June severe weather

By Palmetto State News | Jun 26, 2024

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved Governor Henry McMaster's request for disaster assistance, allowing South Carolina businesses and residents affected by the severe weather on June 10 to apply for low-interest disaster loans. This declaration encompasses Berkeley County and the adjacent counties of Charleston, Clarendon, Dorchester, Georgetown, Orangeburg, and Williamsburg.

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Federal court blocks Biden's student loan forgiveness plan after states' lawsuit

By Palmetto State News | Jun 25, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that the U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas has temporarily blocked the Biden administration’s plan to forgive certain college student loans. The court issued a preliminary injunction on Monday afternoon in a lawsuit filed by South Carolina, Alaska, and Texas.

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Grand Strand man arrested on charges related to child sexual abuse material

By Palmetto State News | Jun 25, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Durrelle Tyshaun Taylor, 39, of Little River, S.C., on 10 charges connected to the sexual exploitation of minors. Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the Mount Pleasant Police Department made the arrest. Investigators with the Attorney General's Office, also a member of the state's ICAC Task Force, assisted with the investigation.

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Greenville man arrested on charges related to child sexual abuse material

By Palmetto State News | Jun 25, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Joshua Matthew Thomas, 18, of Greenville, S.C., on three charges connected to the sexual exploitation of minors. 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 the investigation.