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PFAS & Biosolids: EPA is walking back a major risk assessment tied to PFAS in treated sludge spread on farmland, after public comments and farmer concerns raised fresh questions about whose voices carried the most weight. Extreme Heat in SC: A heat advisory is active for many Upstate counties, with heat index values near 106°F and a small chance of afternoon storms—another reminder to plan for cooling and hydration. Lightning Safety: South Carolina reported more than 60,000 lightning strikes over the weekend; guidance highlights lightning protection systems and surge protection to reduce home damage. Local Conservation Media: SCDNR Director Tom Mullikin is launching “Into the Wild,” a new SCETV/SC Public Radio conservation series aimed at getting people outside and learning about local wildlife and habitats. Data Centers & Water/Power Pressure: Vitol acquired a 600 MW data center campus in South Carolina, underscoring how AI-driven demand is intensifying competition for land, power, and water. SC Environment Oversight: A Darlington County school district defended its Black Creek Elementary decision after soil testing and separate risk assessments by SCDES and EPA found no exposure concern for students. Scout Motors Scrutiny (Blythewood): Richland County paid reduced fines over pollutant controls at the Scout Motors construction site, as community and state oversight continue amid environmental and cost-overrun questions.

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Aug. 14, 2026

PlayWorks Early Intervention wins 2026 Best of South Carolina Award

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Aug. 13, 2026

Halversen Law launches hurricane claim hub for Florida and South Carolina policyholders

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SCDNR director launches daily public radio segments on conservation

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Jul. 27, 2026

5 Stars Roofing launches free post-storm roof inspections in South Carolina

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Soaring temps bring Upstate South Carolina under another heat advisory

South Carolina State women's soccer loses home opener to Southern Utah 1-0

South Carolina State women's soccer loses home opener to Southern Utah 1-0

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South Carolina county turns food scraps into soil, eyes $1 million in taxpayer savings

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PlayWorks, Inc. Early Intervention Named 2026 Best of South Carolina Award Winner

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South Carolina Governor's School for Agriculture at John de la Howe to Celebrate Grand Opening of Veterinary Clinic

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Big Air USA Opens a New South Carolina Location in Aiken

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Anderson County Awarded Palmetto Pride Grant to Strengthen Litter Enforcement

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