Public Policy SC

Micro Earthquake Shakes Up Salem, South CarolinaMicro Earthquake Shakes Up Salem, South Carolina

Micro Earthquake Shakes Up Salem, South Carolina

News Summary An early morning micro earthquake with a magnitude of 1.6 was recorded in Salem, South Carolina, marking the…

1 month ago
Charlotte Prepares for Winter Storm with Duke Energy’s AssistanceCharlotte Prepares for Winter Storm with Duke Energy’s Assistance

Charlotte Prepares for Winter Storm with Duke Energy’s Assistance

News Summary As winter approaches, Duke Energy is gearing up for a potential storm impacting Charlotte and nearby areas. Forecasts…

2 months ago
New Childcare Initiative Proposed in South CarolinaNew Childcare Initiative Proposed in South Carolina

New Childcare Initiative Proposed in South Carolina

News Summary South Carolina lawmakers are considering a tri-share program to make childcare more affordable by splitting costs among parents,…

2 months ago
South Carolina Gears Up for Major Legislative Changes as Republicans Hold SupermajoritySouth Carolina Gears Up for Major Legislative Changes as Republicans Hold Supermajority

South Carolina Gears Up for Major Legislative Changes as Republicans Hold Supermajority

Columbia, South Carolina: Upcoming Legislative Changes on the Horizon With the new year approaching, South Carolina is preparing for significant…

3 months ago
Supreme Court’s Review of Planned Parenthood Case Could Transform Medicaid Funding AccessSupreme Court’s Review of Planned Parenthood Case Could Transform Medicaid Funding Access

Supreme Court’s Review of Planned Parenthood Case Could Transform Medicaid Funding Access

Supreme Court to Hear Case That Could Impact Planned Parenthood Funding Columbia, South Carolina - The U.S. Supreme Court has…

3 months ago
York, South Carolina, Pays Tribute to Former Congressman John M. Spratt Jr. Following His Passing at 82York, South Carolina, Pays Tribute to Former Congressman John M. Spratt Jr. Following His Passing at 82

York, South Carolina, Pays Tribute to Former Congressman John M. Spratt Jr. Following His Passing at 82

York, South Carolina, Mourns the Loss of Former Congressman John M. Spratt Jr. John M. Spratt Jr., a prominent Democratic…

3 months ago
Mark Clark Extension Project Funding Halted by State Lawmakers, Future UncertainMark Clark Extension Project Funding Halted by State Lawmakers, Future Uncertain

Mark Clark Extension Project Funding Halted by State Lawmakers, Future Uncertain

Columbia The future of the Mark Clark Extension project hangs in the balance as state lawmakers recommended halting funding for…

3 months ago
York County Faces Increased Rabies Risk Following Positive Skunk TestYork County Faces Increased Rabies Risk Following Positive Skunk Test

York County Faces Increased Rabies Risk Following Positive Skunk Test

York County Faces Rabies Risk After Skunk Tests Positive York County, South Carolina, is dealing with a potential public health…

4 months ago
Governor McMaster Appoints Dr. Edward Simmer as First Director of South Carolina Department of Public HealthGovernor McMaster Appoints Dr. Edward Simmer as First Director of South Carolina Department of Public Health

Governor McMaster Appoints Dr. Edward Simmer as First Director of South Carolina Department of Public Health

Governor McMaster Appoints First Director of South Carolina Department of Public Health Columbia, South Carolina — On Tuesday, Governor Henry…

4 months ago
Toxic Chemicals from Plastics Factories Threaten Columbia’s Waterways and Public HealthToxic Chemicals from Plastics Factories Threaten Columbia’s Waterways and Public Health

Toxic Chemicals from Plastics Factories Threaten Columbia’s Waterways and Public Health

Columbia: Toxic Chemicals Discharging from Local Plastics Factories Columbia, South Carolina, is facing significant environmental concerns as a new report…

4 months ago