Weather forecast shows mild weekend across regions
Fair to partly cloudy with mild temperatures dominates the outlook. Lows mainly 30s to 40s, highs 60s to 70s, with light easterly winds 5 to 10 mph and mostly fair conditions into Monday. regional specifics include mountain and coastal areas with similar trends.
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Parole Denied for Valenti in Double Murder Case
Richard Valenti, 42, denied parole for a second time by the state parole board. The James Island defendant was convicted in 1975 for the 1974 murders of Sherri Clark, 14, and Alexis La timer, 13, whose bodies were found in shallow graves on Folly Beach. The panel cited more than 8,000 objections to release. He claimed spiritual renewal and safety for all, while prosecutors argued for continued imprisonment.
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Inmates Face Early Release Debate In South Carolina
A Senate bill to grant prison sentence reductions for inmates who enroll in classes behind bars sparks broad debate. Sen. Glenn McConnell objects to rewarding education for violent or habitual offenders, while supporters cite literacy groups and existing good behavior credits. The measure adds education enrollment to current work program credits and postpones action for study.
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