SC Daily Gazette
Diners applaud ‘smart move’ in Democrat’s final stretch as he tries to make history in SC
WEST COLUMBIA — As part of a packed schedule in his last week of campaigning, the Democrat running for governor in South Carolina wore an apron adorned with hi…
Auto seat maker opening $30M manufacturing plant at Scout Motors site
Brose Sitech, a seat maker for cars is the latest Scout Motors supplier to announce a South Carolina location.
FCC set to vote on cellphone jamming in prisons after yearslong push from SC
The Federal Communications Commission is set to take a final vote on a policy change that would allow state prisons to block cell signals.
Longtime treasurer, career financial examiner vie to be SC’s chief banker amid federal investigation
South Carolina voters are weighing their choices for state treasurer as the state remains under a federal securities investigation.
Charleston port chief says recovery underway, but more work must be done
NORTH CHARLESTON — With the promise of a 6% increase in containerized cargo already on the books and a better financial footing to build on, the South Carolina…
Republicans make plea for unity following ‘hurt feelings’ in US Senate contest
MYRTLE BEACH — At a GOP-energizing event where a long list of Republican nominees took the stage to make their pitch, the underlying theme was a plea for unity…
She graduated from a segregated high school at 27. Now 105, she returned for its centennial.
ST. GEORGE — Clara Mae Britt graduated from high school at 27, the oldest in her class by about a decade. After quitting school in eighth grade to help her fam…
Commentary: Americans over 60 lose billions to cybercrime. Here’s what to do if a loved one has been scammed.
As a cybersecurity educator, I’m used to being the unofficial IT support for my friends, family and neighbors. Forgotten passwords, suspicious emails, how-to’s…
Early voting in SC sets new midterm record
COLUMBIA — Early voting in South Carolina hit a new record Monday for a gubernatorial election, according to state Election Commission data. Nearly 564,000 Sou…
Newberry hospital picked for free federal cybersecurity pilot program
The White House launched Project Lifeline 250, a pilot effort to improve cybersecurity for rural hospitals, at Newberry Health.
President Trump to return to SC days ahead of midterms
COLUMBIA — President Donald Trump will return to South Carolina for the second time in two weeks as the November election approaches. Trump will participate in…
Here are the 2 candidates running to be SC’s next chief accountant
COLUMBIA — The race to be South Carolina’s next comptroller general pits a certified public accountant in the state agency against the founder of a company tha…
Commentary: Building a stronger, more resilient water system for SC
South Carolina’s communities depend on water systems that are reliable, resilient, and financially sustainable. Whether it’s a family turning on the tap or a b…
USC touts financial strength as construction debt climbs to $1.7B
The University of South Carolina’s debt load will more than double over the next four years amid major construction projects.
‘Cause for celebration’: SC opens 7th state forest
The 2,800-acre forest was prime for development but could have polluted nearby preserves, conservationists said.
Commentary: Finding unexpected common ground with my immigrant neighbors
This summer, I gathered some friends from church, and we participated in the Common Ground Cup, a soccer tournament hosted by World Relief. The goal was to rai…
Clemson seeks to cut costs with hundreds of voluntary buyouts
Clemson University is offering voluntary buyout packages to 452 full-time employees in an effort to further shrink spending.