Group warns SC lake fish carry elevated mercury levels
The U S Public Interest Research Group reports every South Carolina fish contains mercury with about a third above federal safety limits for women of childbearing age. DHEC disputes some findings while stressing ongoing advisories and educational efforts.
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Sanford declares emergency in Greenville County after floods
Governor Mark Sanford declared a state of emergency in Greenville County after heavy rains, enabling state agency aid and potential FEMA funds once damage surpasses 4.5 million dollars. The county estimates 5.8 million in damage, with residents lacking flood insurance facing high rebuilding costs while charities assist with groceries, supplies, and temporary housing.
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Columbia
Mark Sanford
Greenville County
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Myrtle Beach welcomes workers with first aid training
At four Grand Strand welcome centers the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a four hour training by Doctors Care for workers. Center manager Nevely Graham notes high weekend visitation in Aynor and hopes staff can handle emergencies such as heart attacks and choking babies.
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Grand Strand
Myrtle Beach Area
Debby Borst
Fountain Inn plant to close eliminating 105 jobs
Fountain Inn plant that supplied steel cord for Michelin will close this year, cutting 105 jobs. Sodetal USA cited changing world markets as it moves production to Tronville France. Michelin North America said it found another steel cord supplier and declined to name it.
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Citadel investigates alleged summer assault by cadet
The Citadel reports an alleged assault of a female cadet by a male cadet during summer school. A 20 year old woman cadet says the man drank, fondled her, and attempted sex despite protests. Andrew Branan of Orangeburg faces a simple assault ticket. incident dated July 28.
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