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Inmate convicted in Lee Co. prison riot
Officials with the SC Department of Corrections say Larry Wright was found guilty Thursday for his role in the deadliest prison riot in South Carolina history.
Soldier stationed at Shaw Air Force Base dies overseas
A service member stationed at Shaw Air Force Base has died overseas.
AG Wilson announces grants for crime victims
Wednesday morning (September 23) Attorney General Alan Wilson met alongside advocates from across the state to announce this year's grant funding for victims' services groups.
Gov. McMaster held annual military briefing at Pastides Alumni Center
Governor Henry McMaster held his annual military briefing at the Pastides Alumni Center Wednesday morning, September 23.
Aldi plans to lower prices this fall
Aldi is lowering prices on about a third of its products that it regularly stocks.
USPS 2026 holiday shipping dates
If you plan to ship packages this holiday season there are some deadlines.
Heating costs could rise this year
Americans could pay an average of 8.7% more to heat their homes this winter, according to new projections from the National Energy Assistance Directors Association.
Claims for unemployment benefits drop to 197,000, the lowest since mid-July as layoffs remain rare
Fewer people applied for U.S. unemployment benefits last week, as U.S. jobless claims remain at historically low levels and most Americans enjoy job security.
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