Apologetic killer Humphries executed for 1994 Simpsonville murder
Shawn Humphries was executed by lethal injection for the New Year 1994 shooting death of Mendal Alton Dickie Smith at a Simpsonville store. He mouthed I'm sorry to Smith's sisters before death and read a handwritten statement criticizing the death penalty. Governor Sanford declined clemency and a previous stay was denied.
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South Carolina small businesses face dip in profits survey says
South Carolina firms report lower sales and profits toward year end with rising energy costs cited as main cause. NFIB survey shows 32 percent report good profits, 4 percent good sales, energy costs push actions like price increases and reduced energy use while optimism remains, state ranks high regionally.
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Fuel cell grant to back Midlands hydrogen economy plan
A 1 million federal grant funds the National Institute of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Commercialization at USC and nearby colleges. EngenuitySC will spend most money on infrastructure to attract private companies and boost regional economic growth, with Columbia and the Midlands aiming to host several fuel cell firms.
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Marion DJJ director arrested for selling alcohol to minors
Lewis Thomas, director of Marion County's Department of Juvenile Justice and owner of the Ldierous Shop nightclub, was arrested by the State Law Enforcement Division on charges of selling alcohol to minors after an investigation prompted by tips. He asked for a jury trial. DJJ says he remains employed pending investigation.
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