Wildfire roars near Myrtle Beach forcing hundreds from homes
North Myrtle Beach fires raged Thursday along a tourism corridor burning dozens of homes. Police evacuated about 2,500 residents as emergency crews battled extreme fire weather with shelters opened at City Hall and the House of Blues. No injuries were reported though several structures were left skeletal and nearby courses and hotels felt the impact.
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Statewide outdoor burning ban in South Carolina
The South Carolina Forestry Commission issued a statewide ban on all outdoor burning as the coastal wildfire near a busy tourist area in Horry County grew. Forester Gene Kodama said resources are stretched across multiple fires, with enforcement planned to cite illegal fires statewide.
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South Carolina lawmakers approve plan to generate 350 million
The House passed a measure to consolidate state government and create a panel to find savings. The plan aims to raise 350 million dollars, first year debt repayment, and offset stimulus funds, as Gov. Mark Sanford sought debt offsets after White House rebuffs.
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Senate Overrides Snow Day Vetoes
South Carolina lawmakers overrode Gov. Mark Sanford’s vetoes on bills exempting school districts from making up snow days this year. The Pickens County senators voted Thursday to approve the override of the veto on the bill aiding schools from a missed day.
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