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August 8, 2020 — Made by humans, not machines.
The H.L. Hunley submarine sat encrusted in mud, seawater and sand for nearly 140 years, and after decades of research, dives and study, it was finally raised out of the depths and into the spotlight on Aug. 8, 2000. Read more
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Real-time stats and the latest news on the coronavirus outbreak in SC and beyond, compiled by our reporters and editors. Read more
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In a statement Friday, North Charleston said 51 vacant positions will not be filled. Additionally, more than 125 part-time positions and 21 full-time positions will be eliminated. Read more
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The story of former Florence County Sheriff Kenney Boone is a classic American tragedy that’s hard to read, and not just because we’ve heard it too many times and know its inevitable ending:
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Greenville County’s public schools are missing nearly 4,000 laptops issued last year to students. Their combined value is nearly $1.2 million, and the school district is getting ready to turn the matter over to police. Read more
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A Georgetown County government employee was suspended in mid-July after it was confirmed that a noose was hanging from the rearview mirror of his county Parks and Recreation vehicle.
The H.L. Hunley submarine sat encrusted in mud, seawater and sand for nearly 140 years, and after decades of research, dives and study, it was finally raised out of the depths and into the spotlight on Aug. 8, 2000.Â
Charleston County law enforcement agencies completed a switch to fully encrypted radio communications this week, prompting transparency concerns.Â
In a statement Friday, North Charleston said 51 vacant positions will not be filled. Additionally, more than 125 part-time positions and 21 full-time positions will be eliminated.Â
The Mount Holly aluminum plant near Goose Creek is facing what's become a recurring crisis over its future as its owner continues to seek a cheaper electricity source for the power hungry smelter. Read more
There will be a special Republican Primary on Aug. 18 to decide who will get the nomination to represent District 107 in the S.C. House of Representatives. Read more
South Carolinians are split on how Gov. Henry McMaster is handling the COVID-19 outbreak after the state became a national hot spot, while mostly disapproving President Donald Trump's efforts, according to a new poll released Thursday. Read more
The Charleston Southern football team was supposed to hold its first preseason practice Friday, but the workout was canceled after players voiced concerns over the coronavirus pandemic. Read more
What impact will McMaster’s new COVID-19 restaurant mandates have at this point?
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Earlier this summer, Frank Adams was frustrated. With the state recommending, but not mandating restaurants and other businesses to wear masks, the former South Carolina journalist and state political staffer didn’t know where he would be safe and where he wouldn’t. Read more
Need inspiration for your next meal in? We’ve asked food producers (and food fans) around town for their favorite takeout and delivery dinners. Read more
Charleston had a close encounter with a hurricane this week, but curiously there was none of the typical panic. Read more
I looked at the front page of the July 30 Post and Courier and was taken aback. Read more
The U.S. census might seem unimportant when we have the coronavirus pandemic, economic calamity and civil strife to worry about, but… Read more
While watching the memorial for Rep. John Lewis in the Capitol Rotunda, I noticed a handful of people wearing masks with a valve. Th… Read more
The City Gallery at Waterfront Park, 34 Prioleau St., reopened Thursday with adjusted hours and new safety precautions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Exhibitions can be viewed 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday-Saturday until further notice. Read more
