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December 12, 2018 — Your news feed made by humans, not machines.
The Crosstown drainage project, which is already millions over budget and projected to take four more years than expected, is now expected to cost even more. Read more
What to know today
The club's president initially denied any internal unrest in an interview with The Post and Courier, but addressed the controversy in a recent newsletter. Read more
A Trump administration rollback of Obama-era Clean Water rules removes protections for wetlands unless they are connected to another federally protected waterway. It affects water quality for an estimated 2 million people in South Carolina. Read more
Charleston County schools continue to be a place of stark contrasts, as highlighted by the recent announcement that nine of its schools ranked among the worst-performing in the state. All but one were located in North Charleston. Read more
new lawsuit
Thomas Ravenel, the former South Carolina Treasurer and "Southern Charm" reality television personality, was named in a new lawsuit by the woman who said Ravenel sexually assaulted her when she worked as a nanny in his household nearly four years ago. Read more
deflating tension
Once word got out that Mount Pleasant had raised concerns about inflatable Christmas decorations, Mayor Will Haynie took to social media to assure people the town wouldn't be banning them. Read more
florence drownings
It’s possible that the drowning of two women in an Horry County jail van in the aftermath of Hurricane Florence in September could not have been prevented by any single law. Read more
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The aquarium decided to name its five new loggerhead sea turtle rescues after Harry Potter characters. Dumbledore, Snape, Lupin, Draco and Neville arrived at the aquarium's Sea Turtle Care Center on Tuesday. Read more
'He is at peace'
More details about the death of former Clemson running back C.J. Fuller were released Tuesday. Read more
Local news
The Crosstown drainage project, which is already millions over budget and projected to take four more years than expected, is now expected to cost even more.
A Trump administration rollback of Obama-era Clean Water rules removes protections for wetlands unless they are connected to another federally protected waterway. It affects water quality for an estimated 2 million people in South Carolina.
Charleston-area home sales cooled in November but are still on pace to catch last year's record-setting numbers. Read more
The aquarium decided to name its five new loggerhead sea turtle rescues after Harry Potter characters. Dumbledore, Snape, Lupin, Draco and Neville arrived at the aquarium's Sea Turtle Care Center on Tuesday. Read more
Healthcare US Co. Ltd. is moving into the 650,000-square-foot former Mack Truck and Guardian Building Products plant in Winnsboro. Read more
A North Charleston manufacturer that sprung from the paper-making industry is looking abroad for growth as it aims to bulk up on niche chemicals that command premium prices. Read more
For the hundreds of SCE&G ratepayers who are on fixed incomes or lack internet access, paying their bills in person is essential. In some rural areas, that's no longer an option. Read more
The fight came about after Trump upped the ante in a threatened government shutdown. Read more
Pleas to Gov. Henry McMaster and a Congressional bill are among other efforts planned by conservation groups to stop offshore seismic testing for oil and natural gas. The groups filed lawsuits Tuesday to derail federal permits for the work. Read more
Arguing heatedly in public with Democratic leaders, President Donald Trump threatened repeatedly on Tuesday to shut down the government if Congress doesn't provide the money he says is needed to build a wall at the Mexican border. Read more
Federal lawsuits expected to be filed in Charleston on Tuesday by conservation groups, mayors and businesses, claim leases for oil and natural gas testing offshore violate the federal Marine Mammal Protection Act, which prohibits harassing or killing animals such as whales or dolphins. Read more
State Rep. Mike Pitts is poised to take over the Conservation Bank weeks after leaving the Statehouse, thanks in part to some legislative maneuvering.
It’s easy to beat up on the South Carolina Legislature. Read more
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Clemson opens bowl practice Wednesday. Read more
Latest posts in sports
Clemson opens bowl practice Wednesday. Read more
With only two all-star games remaining before the high school football season officially ends, the focus in the Lowcountry turns to basketball with a heavy slate of activity in December. Read more
South Carolina's offensive line had an outstanding season. Read more
Notre Dame sounds off on Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrene and what the Fighting Irish have seen so far. Read more
Q: Do you know where I can get a fried turkey for Christmas? Read more
Recent Reviews
This month, we look for cookbooks that are multipurpose: both excellent to cook from and desirable as presents. Read more
Lone Star Barbecue & Mercantile's all-you-can-eat buffet in Santee is open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, about 1.5 miles off I-95. Read more
Q: Do you know where I can get a fried turkey for Christmas? Read more
The Patriots Point Development Authority last week canceled its agreements with the Medal of Honor Foundation. And Monday, S.C. Sen. Hugh Leatherman told the foundation’s chief executive to repay $5 million of state funding support “immediately.” Read more
The Gin Blossoms are going on tour and '90s music lovers are rejoicing, including ones right here in Charleston who can catch the band at the Music Farm in February. Read more
Several of these options are available online for those who like the convenience of a web browser, but crave the uniqueness of a local handcrafted item. Your gift recipient can thank us. Read more
The Gin Blossoms are going on tour and '90s music lovers are rejoicing, including ones right here in Charleston who can catch the band at the Music Farm in February.
All those Hallmark movies still not getting you into the Christmas spirit? It's time for an emergency dose of holiday cheer in the form of a favorite December tradition. Read more
