Health officials warn rain may worsen West Nile outbreak in SC
South Carolina faces a potentially harsher West Nile season as extra rainfall fuels mosquitoes. DHEC entomologist Chris Evans notes last year’s drought limited cases but predicts more infections this year. Officials promote dead bird reporting and mosquito-prevention steps, including eliminating standing water, with public education campaigns underway in Columbia.
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South Carolina
Union County
Chris Evans
Department of Health and Environmental Control
United States
Evans
DHEC
West Nile
Vention
Bob Coble
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Greenville Deputy and Father Killed in Hostage Attack
Greenville County deputy Antonio Sapinoso and his father were killed after being held hostage for hours in their home. Authorities say Kamell Evans, 2, faces multiple charges including two counts of murder and kidnapping. The siege ended with gunfire and Evans in custody as SWAT recovered the bodies. A second item notes South Carolina legislature approving a bill to curb county zoning over large hog farming operations amid debate over state versus local control.
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Joe” Sapinoso
Kamell D. Evans
Antonio L. Sapinoso
Marsha P. Sapinoso
Steve Loftis
Evans
Loftis
Sapinoso
Sheriff's Office
Greenville County Council
State Department of Health and Environmental Control
DHEC
Clarendon
Darlington
Lancaster
Lee
Marlboro
South Carolina Farm Bureau
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