DHEC released their COVID-19 interim guidance for K-12 schools for the upcoming school year. Officials say they strongly recommend mask use for all people inside, and wearing masks is required on school buses and other public transportation.
Governor McMaster announced that he is leading a coalition of 11 other governors urging the Supreme Court to overturn their previous decisions in multiple landmark cases regarding abortion.
Governor Henry McMaster signed a bill designed to prevent the elderly and other vulnerable adults from falling prey to scammers.
Richland County announced it is increasing starting pay for detention center officers from just over $32,000 a year to more than $36,000 a year.
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With COVID-19 cases and deaths surging in the Palmetto State, DHEC officials say they agree with the new CDC guidelines of everyone wearing masks inside, whether they are vaccinated or not.
More families in South Carolina will have access to early childhood education. State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman and the First Steps Program announced a $14.7 million partnership to expand 4K education throughout the state.
Doctors with Prisma Health say the lack of people receiving their vaccinations in South Carolina is not due to the lack of availability, pointing out that the vaccines are available at doctors offices and at events throughout the state.
A man from Lexington County was sentenced to 20 years in prison for sexual assault of children.
Saint Patrick’s Day in Five Points is back. Organizers announced that the annual festival will return for its 40th anniversary, after being cancelled due to COVID-19 two years in a row.
