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Statehouse reporters Gavin Jackson and Maayan Schechter are back at the Capitol reporting what you need to know when lawmakers are in Columbia. They'll post news, important schedules, photos/videos and behind-the-scenes interviews with policymakers.
South Carolina News
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The $11.5 million operation in Anderson County will create more than 200 jobs.
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South Carolina’s spring is arriving in bits and pieces in 2026, with early warmth triggering growth before late-season cold delayed leaf-out in some areas. Experts say temperature swings are reshaping seasonal timing.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service has issued the alert over concerns that consumers who purchased the frozen items, ready-to-eat items might still have the products at home.
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The South Carolina Department of Public Health's lead epidemiologist retired shortly before the start of April and the potential end of the state's measles outbreak.
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Statehouse reporters Gavin Jackson and Maayan Schechter are back at the Capitol reporting what you need to know when lawmakers are in Columbia. They'll post news, important schedules, photos/videos and behind-the-scenes interviews with policymakers.
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Families and caregivers of neurodivergent children face unique challenges during emergencies. Now, a team of moms is partnering with the cities and organizations to host an autism-friendly emergency preparedness workshop—showing how a specially designed backpack with tailored tools can help reduce stress when it matters most.
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The State House Gavel shares updates about the South Carolina General Assembly, including legislative actions, debates and discussions. Featuring news and interviews, so you have access to the latest developments in policy and decisions that shape South Carolina’s future.
Latest episodes of Walter Edgar's Journal
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This week we will be talking with South Carolina watercolor artist Mary Whyte.A traditionalist preferring a representational style, and the author of seven published books, Mary has earned awards for her large-scale watercolors. Today we’ll look back on Mary’s career and talk with her about her new book, An Artist's Life: Unlocking Creative Expression.
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We had so much fun last time out, exploring topics featured in “South Carolina from A to Z,” that we decided to do it again!South Carolina from A to Z is our sister podcast – also broadcast each weekday on South Carolina Public Radio – that brings you “bite-sized," one-minute topics from the South Carolina Encyclopedia.This episode we have selected five new topics to explore
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Latest Episodes of the SC Lede
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On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 31, 2026: we look at the final filings for some major statewide races, and one big surprise in a congressional race; we recap additional Statehouse moves from last week as we stare down week 12 in Columbia; assistant US Attorney Sheria Clarke’s nomination to the federal bench was before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee last week; and more!
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On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 28, 2026: we look at two other candidates who have jumped in the governor’s race, including a Democrat; the first SCGOP governor’s debate is next week—but not everyone will be on stage; we look at some of the major legislative moves this week, including the so-called Bathroom Bill that is now on its way to the Governor’s desk; and more!
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This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Gregory Fear about the issues and challenges of polypharmacy in the older adult years.
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This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Ashton Getchell about follow up care for head and neck cancer survivors after completing active cancer treatment.
Nation and World
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Planning a college visit over spring break? Experts recommend registering early, arriving on time, and wearing comfortable shoes.
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This spring, high school students across the country are gearing up for the SAT. Resources are available, whatever the budget, from free online practices to private tutors and structured prep courses.
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We're traveling back a century to the roaring 1920s this week. Join us for games about prohibition, flappers, jazz, and much more. We’ll also chat with a local educator about the lasting impact the decade had on popular literature.
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As movie lovers tune in this week to see which films win big at the Academy Awards, this hour we’re diving into the history of the Oscars with some silver screen trivia.
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From lesson plans to teacher recertification, see the latest from SCETV's Education team.
More Headlines
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President Trump faces mounting political pressure on multiple fronts, particularly when it comes to his handling of the war and the consequences it's having on the economy.
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Attorney General Pam Bondi out at the Department of Justice, Iran introduces new toll system for passage through Strait of Hormuz, over 40 countries meet to discuss reopening Strait of Hormuz.
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An invention at the heart of our modern world helped create radios, cars and smartphones. The team from Planet Money traces the origins back to a fight over who invented the sewing machine.
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For StoryCorps, a couple of park rangers in Philadelphia recall a legendary April Fools' prank from 30 years ago.
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Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni over the movie "It Ends With Us" were dismissed Thursday by a federal judge who left intact three claims, including retaliation, that will let a jury hear many of the allegations anyway.
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Pakistan confirmed it was holding peace talks with Afghanistan's Taliban government in China, where Beijing is trying to broker a lasting ceasefire after weeks of fighting.
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The Cuban government said the pardons were a "humanitarian gesture" in connection with Holy Week and didn't mention mounting pressures with the U.S.
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ICE inspectors in February found 49 violations to detention standards at Camp East Montana, including failure from staff to"accurately document required checks to prevent significant self-harm and suicide."
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The company behind Facebook and Instagram has lost two major court cases and appears to be scaling back on the virtual reality Metaverse.
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For more than 15 years, botanist Naomi Fraga has been trying to collect seeds from the rare Death Valley sage, for safekeeping in a vault of native California seeds.