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Governor McMaster signs bill to help protect vulnerable adults from scammers

Governor Henry McMaster signed a bill designed to prevent the elderly and other vulnerable adults from falling prey to scammers.

Superintendent Spearman encourages others to wear their mask and for those eligible to get vaccinated

While new legislation in South Carolina prohibits schools in the state from mandating masks, Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman plans to wear one and encourages others to do the same. Spearman also encourages anyone eligible for the vaccine to roll up their sleeves and get the shot.

'To give him a voice:' Electric chair on display honors SC boy executed 77 years ago

Internationally known artist J. Renee has designed her version of an electric chair that was used for the execution of 14-year-old George Stinney, Jr. back in 1944 in Clarendon County. The chair is on display at the University Place Gallery in downtown Florence as part of the Jamestown Foundation's 'No Place Like Home' exhibit.

DHEC agrees with new mask guidance from the CDC

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.

Superintendent Molly Spearman announces multi-million dollar investment in early childhood education

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.

Prisma Health: Lack of vaccinated individuals not due to vaccine availability

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.

DHEC: 871 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, nine new deaths in SC

DHEC reports 871 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 522 probable cases and nine new confirmed deaths in South Carolina.

80 dogs, 2 monkeys, bird in poor condition taken from home

At least 80 dogs were taken out of a South Carolina home because they were living in very poor conditions, deputies said.

Department of Education: SC public schools will not adopt CDC's recommendations for required masks

The South Carolina Department of Education says public schools in the state will not adopt the CDC's recommendations on required mask wearing in schools.

DHEC: 827 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, one new death in SC

DHEC reports 827 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 272 probable cases and one new death in South Carolina.

Fed to discuss pullback of economic aid with inflation up

(ABC NEWS/ASSOCIATED PRESS) WASHINGTON -- With inflation uncomfortably high and the COVID-19 Delta variant raising economic concerns, a divided Federal Reserve will meet this week to discuss when and how it…

Cunningham says plan would boost South Carolina COVID shots

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Joe Cunningham is rolling out a plan to boost South Carolina’s COVID-19 vaccinations, a number the former congressman said is low due to a lack of leadership under Republican Gov. Henry McMaster.

Horry County PD holds auction for unclaimed and abandoned items

The Horry County Police Department hosted their annual unclaimed/abandoned items auction this weekend. Many stopped by to get their hands on a vehicle, even those with "sketchy" backgrounds.

No charges to be filed in the death of Jamal Sutherland in a Lowcountry jail

No charges will be filed against the deputies involved in the death of a mentally ill man in the Lowcountry. Solicitor Scarlett Wilson said that evidence from the lengthy investigation into the death of Jamal Sutherland would not lead to convictions of the officers involved.