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Mike Switzer Mike interviews College of Charleston's Professor of Economics Frank Hefner about how current policies in Washington may affect our state.

Mike Switzer Mike interviews College of Charleston's Professor of Economics Frank Hefner about how current policies in Washington may affect our state.

Statehouse reporters Gavin Jackson, Russ McKinney 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.

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 29, 2025: we have six legislative days left in this year’s session and with much to look at we talk with reporter Maayan Schechter about the Sine Die sprint—something you can follow along with by reading the State House Gavel I co-author with Maayan and THE Russ McKinney!

The man who has led South Carolina prisons for more than a decade has been named the new U.S. attorney for the state. Bryan Stirling took the oath of office Monday in a private ceremony at the federal courthouse in Columbia.

Mike Switzer takes a look at current business issues that are trending across our state with reporter Jessica Holdman of the South Carolina Daily Gazette.

Mike Switzer takes a look at current business issues that are trending across our state with reporter Jessica Holdman of the South Carolina Daily Gazette.

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 26, 2025: we look at the Senate approved budget and what briefly stalled the school voucher bill in the chamber; we also follow up with Sen. Larry Grooms for more details on that historic hearing on Monday to remove state Treasurer Curtis Loftis as we await clarity from the House; we have our we have our monthly Gavin Open Seas Maritime Report; and more!

A cold front pushes through South Carolina, increasing the chance for showers and some storms. This could help improve the drought a bit.

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