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The Sphingidae are a family of moths (Lepidoptera) called sphinx moths, also colloquially known as hawk moths, with many of their caterpillars known as “hornworms”; it includes about 1,450 species.

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 7, 2021, we speak with Dr. Melissa Nolan, professor of epidemiology at the University of South Carolina Arnold School of Public Health and co-lead for the Sampling and Testing Representative Outreach for Novel Coronavirus Guidance (STRONG).

“The Track Too Tough to Tame,” “The Lady in Black.” These two titles provide some indication of the respect and awe NASCAR drivers and fans have for Darlington Raceway.

“G” is for Gary, Martin Witherspoon (1831-1881). Soldier, politician.

The Revolutionary War Visitor Center in Camden, South Carolina recently opened for business and our next guest is looking forward to it boosting area tourism and economic development.Mike Switzer interviews Suzi Sale, director of tourism & economic development for the City of Camden, South Carolina.

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 16, 2021, we speak with SCDOT Secretary of Transportation Christy Hall about infrastructure and major road projects. Also in this episode: a look at the upcoming hearing for the so-called fetal heartbeat abortion bill in the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals; a report about opioids and addiction in the aftermath of 2020; and more.

A metallurgical tour of the orchestra

These moths have a wing colour which varies from yellowish to light brown or even dark brown, with or without blackish shading. They are on wing from April to October in the south and from July to September in the north.

Rat snakes are members – along with kingsnakes, milk snakes, vine snakes and indigo snakes – of the subfamily Colubrinae of the family Colubridae. They are medium to large constrictors and are found throughout much of the Northern Hemisphere. They feed primarily on rodents. Many species make attractive and docile pets and one, the corn snake, is one of the most popular reptile pets in the world.

In celebration of Walter Edgar’s Journal at 21, this week's episode is an encore from 2010 featuring John T. Edge, author and Director of the Southern Foodways Alliance, University of Mississippi; and Matt and Ted Lee, award winning cookbook authors. The conversation was a preview of a debate on the topic, "What is Real Southern Cooking?" which aired on SCETV’s Take on the South.