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The NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC issued a weather alert at 5:04 a.m. on Saturday for dense fog until 10 a.m. The alert is for Greater Oconee and Greater Pickens as well as Cherokee, York, Anderson, Abbeville, Laurens, Union, Chester, Greenwood, Greenville and Spartanburg counties.
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Be prepared for dense fog in Upstate SC until Saturday morning
The NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC issued a weather alert at 5:04 a.m. on Saturday for dense fog until 10 a.m. The alert is for Greater Oconee and Greater Pickens as well as Cherokee, York, Anderson, Abbeville, Laurens, Union, Chester, Greenwood, Greenville and Spartanburg counties.
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Eight babies have been surrendered for adoption under the South Carolina Daniel’s Law, matching the state’s annual record. Here’s what to know.
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Babies surrendered for adoption in 2025 under SC law reach annual record. Here’s what to know
Eight babies have been surrendered for adoption under the South Carolina Daniel’s Law, matching the state’s annual record. Here’s what to know.
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about 1 hour ago
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He is the second South Pointe player to win the award.
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South Pointe standout, Gamecocks signee wins prestigious Gatorade football honor
He is the second South Pointe player to win the award.
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about 2 hours ago
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The six public pickleball courts at Old Schoolhouse Park will close for construction starting Dec. 8. Here’s what folks should know and what’s changing.
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Hilton Head pickleball courts to close for construction soon. Here’s what’s changing
The six public pickleball courts at Old Schoolhouse Park will close for construction starting Dec. 8. Here’s what folks should know and what’s changing.
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about 3 hours ago
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Tired of 5 p.m. darkness? South Carolina’s sunsets are starting to stretch. Here’s when more daylight returns to areas across the state.
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Ready for more sunshine? Here’s when SC will start seeing more daylight this year
Tired of 5 p.m. darkness? South Carolina’s sunsets are starting to stretch. Here’s when more daylight returns to areas across the state.
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Known for its wide variety of chocolates and seasonal items, Russell Stover has opened in the Hilton Head area. Here’s what to know.
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National chocolate brand opens store in Hilton Head. Here’s where, when to visit
Known for its wide variety of chocolates and seasonal items, Russell Stover has opened in the Hilton Head area. Here’s what to know.
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about 4 hours ago
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Taxpayers have continued funding land protection through the county’s Green Space Program.
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Beaufort County’s land conservation program closes with 9-acre addition
Taxpayers have continued funding land protection through the county’s Green Space Program.
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about 6 hours ago
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For some people, grocery shopping is a chore done out of necessity.
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Publix closing locations in major market
For some people, grocery shopping is a chore done out of necessity.
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about 8 hours ago
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124-year-old retail chain announces a major store closure
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Michael Jordan, the former NBA great turned race team owner, testified for an hour Friday in Charlotte in his lawsuit against NASCAR.
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Michael Jordan vs. NASCAR, Day 5: MJ shoots and scores in riveting testimony
Michael Jordan, the former NBA great turned race team owner, testified for an hour Friday in Charlotte in his lawsuit against NASCAR.
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about 10 hours ago
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Basketball legend and auto racing team owner Michael Jordan spoke in open court Friday about wanting to “push NASCAR to be better.”
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Michael Jordan testifies at NASCAR trial in Charlotte. Here’s what he said
Basketball legend and auto racing team owner Michael Jordan spoke in open court Friday about wanting to “push NASCAR to be better.”
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The leader of the free world is having trouble walking and talking. We need to know why. In recent w...
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Editorial: An urgent wake-up call to study Trump's health
The leader of the free world is having trouble walking and talking. We need to know why. In recent w...
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about 13 hours ago
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New photos show the work that’s been done so far at the home of the Gamecocks.
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South Carolina will first demolish these sections of Williams-Brice ahead of renovations
New photos show the work that’s been done so far at the home of the Gamecocks.
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about 14 hours ago
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Troubled Buddy's Home Furnishings franchisee files Chapter 11 bankruptcy
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South Carolina landed 15 high school signees in its 2026 recruiting class.
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Gamecocks sign Top 25 class: Breaking down best of USC’s 2026 recruits
South Carolina landed 15 high school signees in its 2026 recruiting class.
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about 16 hours ago
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The historic church, located on Beach City Road, was originally founded in 1862 with a congregation of about 120 formerly enslaved people.
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Old church, new building: Hilton Head church founded in Civil War to expand
The historic church, located on Beach City Road, was originally founded in 1862 with a congregation of about 120 formerly enslaved people.
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about 17 hours ago
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In a court filing, the man argues that widely shared videos depicting him and a now-fired Beaufort County deputy were edited “to generate maximum outrage.”
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Hilton Head man claims ‘prosecution by TikTok’ led to arrest alongside fired deputy
In a court filing, the man argues that widely shared videos depicting him and a now-fired Beaufort County deputy were edited “to generate maximum outrage.”
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about 18 hours ago
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Rainy conditions this weekend are affecting multiple holiday events in Hilton Head.
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Hilton Head Christmas events postponed, cancelled
Rainy conditions this weekend are affecting multiple holiday events in Hilton Head.
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about 18 hours ago
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“Wait until Junior says he’s running in an event. Matter of time.” More on this, plus some NASCAR financials and a trial timeline update.
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NASCAR exec wanted to ‘knife’ a ‘trash’ racing series. Why it came up at trial
“Wait until Junior says he’s running in an event. Matter of time.” More on this, plus some NASCAR financials and a trial timeline update.
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about 19 hours ago
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The Gamecocks needed a late surge to score an important road victory.
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No. 3 South Carolina WBB escapes Louisville with win. What we learned
The Gamecocks needed a late surge to score an important road victory.
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about 20 hours ago
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Holiday plans come with rain and cooler temps this weekend. Here’s the latest forecast for the Hilton Head and Beaufort areas.
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Rain, cold will linger across Hilton Head & Beaufort this weekend. Here’s the forecast
Holiday plans come with rain and cooler temps this weekend. Here’s the latest forecast for the Hilton Head and Beaufort areas.
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about 21 hours ago
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Beaufort County deputies called for a dive team to recover the “fully submerged” Chevy Silverado.
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Man escapes truck as it sinks into creek at St. Helena boat landing
Beaufort County deputies called for a dive team to recover the “fully submerged” Chevy Silverado.
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about 22 hours ago
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Worried about the rainy weather, or just not a fan of the cold? Here’s how to watch the Bluffton and Beaufort Christmas parades this weekend.
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How to watch the Bluffton, Beaufort Christmas parades this weekend
Worried about the rainy weather, or just not a fan of the cold? Here’s how to watch the Bluffton and Beaufort Christmas parades this weekend.
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about 22 hours ago
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“I just don’t think they should have been in the situation they were if we can get better at making some decisions that lead up to that.”
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USC men’s basketball keeps dropping close games. What is the problem?
“I just don’t think they should have been in the situation they were if we can get better at making some decisions that lead up to that.”
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about 23 hours ago
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La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant, family-owned and operated for 27 years, is expanding with a third location in downtown Beaufort. Here’s what to know.
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Local Mexican restaurant to open third location in downtown Beaufort. What to know
La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant, family-owned and operated for 27 years, is expanding with a third location in downtown Beaufort. Here’s what to know.
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about 23 hours ago
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Located at 1450 Ribaut Road, the restaurant known for its breakfast biscuit sandwiches, chicken tenders and burgers closed Dec. 1.
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Long-standing Hardee’s in Port Royal closes permanently. What we know
Located at 1450 Ribaut Road, the restaurant known for its breakfast biscuit sandwiches, chicken tenders and burgers closed Dec. 1.
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about 24 hours ago
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This is the best clothing store in South Carolina and one of the 50 best in the US, according to the New York Times. Here’s why it’s so great.
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This is the best clothing store in SC — and one of 50 best in US, NYT ranking says. Here’s why
This is the best clothing store in South Carolina and one of the 50 best in the US, according to the New York Times. Here’s why it’s so great.
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The namesake behind Joe’s Classic Cuts barbershops in Bluffton and Okatie, died Wednesday, according to family and friends on social media.
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Beloved Bluffton barber dies after ‘the hardest battle with colon cancer’
The namesake behind Joe’s Classic Cuts barbershops in Bluffton and Okatie, died Wednesday, according to family and friends on social media.
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The long-awaited Taylor Family Park is designed to honor generations of fishermen and shrimpers while expanding recreational options on the island.
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A new Hilton Head park celebrating Gullah history starts construction soon. Here’s what to know
The long-awaited Taylor Family Park is designed to honor generations of fishermen and shrimpers while expanding recreational options on the island.
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Harris Teeter is expanding across the Palmetto State, bringing new jobs and first-time store locations to three SC communities.
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SC to get 3 new Harris Teeter supermarkets. Here’s where
Harris Teeter is expanding across the Palmetto State, bringing new jobs and first-time store locations to three SC communities.
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More than a million bags of shredded cheese have been recalled in South Carolina and 30 other states.
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Shredded cheese recalled in SC for possibly having metal fragments. See if you bought any
More than a million bags of shredded cheese have been recalled in South Carolina and 30 other states.
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Spartanburg, where the measles outbreak is concentrated, has among the lowest rates of student vaccination in South Carolina
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Measles spreads in SC schools. What areas have the lowest vaccination rate?
Spartanburg, where the measles outbreak is concentrated, has among the lowest rates of student vaccination in South Carolina
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Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin are among the co-plaintiffs in a lawsuit against NASCAR that could upend the sport’s business model.
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Michael Jordan vs. NASCAR: What it feels like inside the Charlotte courtroom
Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin are among the co-plaintiffs in a lawsuit against NASCAR that could upend the sport’s business model.
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Two big offenses and season’s highest betting over/under on points awaits as hot Dallas Cowboys visit Detroit Lions to kick off NFL Week 14. Our pick
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NFL Thursday: Cowboys-Lions kicks off Week 14 with playoffs at stake. Our pick
Two big offenses and season’s highest betting over/under on points awaits as hot Dallas Cowboys visit Detroit Lions to kick off NFL Week 14. Our pick
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The Chiefs may not have as many victories as they’d like this season, but their games are getting gigantic ratings.
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Chiefs’ Thanksgiving game sets NFL record as KC continues to dominate TV ratings
The Chiefs may not have as many victories as they’d like this season, but their games are getting gigantic ratings.
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“Getting vaccinated against this disease is the best way to prevent severe illness and death,” a Department of Public Health official said.
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First flu death of the season reported in South Carolina, health officials say
“Getting vaccinated against this disease is the best way to prevent severe illness and death,” a Department of Public Health official said.
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The Holiday Downtime Report 2025: Key trends, costs, and lessons from past year’s biggest IT outages
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The Tigers roared back from a 19-point first-half deficit but couldn’t close on a signature win in the ACC/SEC Challenge.
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So close: Clemson men’s basketball drops tight game at No. 12 Alabama
The Tigers roared back from a 19-point first-half deficit but couldn’t close on a signature win in the ACC/SEC Challenge.
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The pair, who are currently starring on 'The Amazing Race: European Adventure,' announced the exciting news via Instagram.
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‘Big Brother' and ‘Amazing Race' Stars Get Married in Surprise Ceremony
The pair, who are currently starring on 'The Amazing Race: European Adventure,' announced the exciting news via Instagram.
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The Tigers have a big decision to make with senior Cade Klubnik on his way out.
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Will Clemson pursue a transfer portal quarterback in 2026? What Dabo says
The Tigers have a big decision to make with senior Cade Klubnik on his way out.
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One of Amazon's Best Sci-fi Series Is Streaming for Free
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Massive cheese recall affects major grocers including Walmart, Target, Publix
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The Gamecocks will have nine healthy players available.
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Why South Carolina WBB freshman won’t travel with Gamecocks for Louisville game
The Gamecocks will have nine healthy players available.
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Top prospects, who’s joining the Tigers for bowl practice and other storylines.
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Football signing day: What to know about Clemson’s latest freshman class
Top prospects, who’s joining the Tigers for bowl practice and other storylines.
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A 33-year-old prisoner died the day after a 37-year-old inmate at the same correctional institution was attacked and killed, officials said.
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For second day in a row an inmate is killed at infamous South Carolina prison
A 33-year-old prisoner died the day after a 37-year-old inmate at the same correctional institution was attacked and killed, officials said.
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His plea agreement included a clause requiring him to surrender his “sea turtle head mount.”
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Beaufort man pleads guilty to illegally purchasing green sea turtle head
His plea agreement included a clause requiring him to surrender his “sea turtle head mount.”
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3 days ago
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Four-star commitment Landon Duckworth still hasn’t signed.
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Is South Carolina signing a quarterback? What Shane Beamer says
Four-star commitment Landon Duckworth still hasn’t signed.
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3 days ago
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Could he take any current Clemson staffers with him?
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Clemson football analyst accepts head coaching job at FCS program
Could he take any current Clemson staffers with him?
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Beaufort County deputies stopped the stolen ambulance with a spike strip.
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Ambulance stolen from Hilton Head emergency room quickly retrieved by police
Beaufort County deputies stopped the stolen ambulance with a spike strip.
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McMaster said he is working with House Speaker Murrell Smith and Senate President Thomas Alexander to have legislation filed for next year’s session.
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Gov. McMaster tells SC agencies to stop using minority quotas to award contracts
McMaster said he is working with House Speaker Murrell Smith and Senate President Thomas Alexander to have legislation filed for next year’s session.
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