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Senator Graham warns of national security risks without urgent border action

By Palmetto State News | Dec 13, 2024

There are pressing national security concerns facing the United States, according to Senator Lindsey Graham.

North Myrtle Beach man arrested for child sexual exploitation charges

By Palmetto State News | Dec 12, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced the arrest of George Conner Edd, a 19-year-old from North Myrtle Beach.

Governor appoints new nominee for SC transportation commission

By Palmetto State News | Dec 12, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster has appointed Dr. James Britt Blackwell as his at-large nominee for the South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission.

Senn Brothers expands operations with $2.9M investment creating 19 jobs

By Palmetto State News | Dec 12, 2024

Senn Brothers Produce, a family-owned produce distributor based in West Columbia, South Carolina, has announced plans to expand its operations with a new facility in Jasper County.

Caregiver charged with exploiting vulnerable adults in North Charleston

By Palmetto State News | Dec 12, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Elisa R. Niles, a 42-year-old caregiver from North Charleston.

Boeing announces $1 billion expansion creating jobs at Charleston facility

By Palmetto State News | Dec 12, 2024

Boeing has announced plans to expand its operations in Charleston County, South Carolina.

Florence County man arrested on multiple charges related to child exploitation

By Palmetto State News | Dec 12, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced the arrest of Maston Arthur Williams, a 25-year-old resident of Johnsonville, South Carolina.

Alan Wilson urges Senate confirmation for FBI nominee Kash Patel

By Palmetto State News | Dec 11, 2024

Attorney General Alan Wilson, along with representatives from 23 other states, has urged the U.S. Senate to confirm Kash Patel as Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

Republican governors back Trump's immigration policies under McMaster's leadership

By Palmetto State News | Dec 11, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster, serving as the policy chair of the Republican Governors Association, has led a group of 25 Republican governors in a joint statement supporting President Donald Trump's immigration policies.

Governor McMaster to announce I-77 Exit 90 proposal and SCDOT commission appointment

By Palmetto State News | Dec 11, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster is set to hold a press conference alongside officials from Six Flags and York County.

Senator Tim Scott criticizes CFPB director amid committee turmoil

By Palmetto State News | Dec 11, 2024

Senator Tim Scott, a Republican from South Carolina and the top Republican on the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, has criticized the committee's operations following Chairman Brown’s last-minute postponement of a...

LaserForm expands operations with $16M investment creating 32 jobs

By Palmetto State News | Dec 11, 2024

LaserForm & Machine, Inc., a metal fabrication and machine shop, announced its expansion in Kershaw County with a $16 million investment.

Senator Tim Scott discusses Treasury Secretary nominee Scott Bessent

By Palmetto State News | Dec 11, 2024

Following a meeting with Scott Bessent, President Trump's nominee for U.S. Treasury Secretary, Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina released a statement.

Attorney General warns phone companies over illegal robocall traffic

By Palmetto State News | Dec 10, 2024

Attorney General Alan Wilson has issued a warning to four voice service providers regarding their role in transmitting suspected illegal robocall traffic.

Graham meets DNI nominee Tulsi Gabbard discussing national security

By Palmetto State News | Dec 10, 2024

Yesterday, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham from South Carolina met with Tulsi Gabbard, who has been nominated by President Donald Trump to serve as the next Director of National Intelligence.

Senator Graham meets with FBI director nominee Kash Patel

By Palmetto State News | Dec 10, 2024

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham recently met with Kash Patel, who has been nominated by President Donald Trump to lead the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

Meyn America expands operations in Oconee County with $50 million investment

By Palmetto State News | Dec 9, 2024

Meyn America, LLC has announced plans to expand its operations in Oconee County, South Carolina.

Graham comments on defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth after meeting

By Palmetto State News | Dec 9, 2024

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham from South Carolina shared his thoughts after meeting with Pete Hegseth, President Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense.

Governor appoints first director for statewide workforce office

By Palmetto State News | Dec 9, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster has appointed Dr. Rebecca Battle-Bryant as the inaugural director of the Office of Statewide Workforce Development (OSWD) in South Carolina.