Gun control debate heats South Carolina hearing on seven day wait
About 25 people attended a Legislature hearing on a seven day waiting period for handgun purchases. Supporters from SLED, the Sheriff's Association and Law Enforcement Officers Association urged passage citing crime reduction, while critics warned of constitutional risk and burdens on merchants. Rep. Keyserling expects committee endorsement, framing the measure as a cooling off step with background checks.
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Weather outlook shows rain and cool temperatures regionwide
The forecast calls for cloudy skies with 80 percent rain chances tonight and tomorrow. Temperatures range from lows around 40s to highs in 60s, with northeast winds and scattered showers. Weekend outlook includes rain and possible light snow in mountains, with 40s highs and 20s to 30s lows across areas including Midlands and beaches.
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Death With Dignity Bill Debated in South Carolina House
The South Carolina House stalled adjournment on a life support bill known as death with dignity or living will. Supporters claimed the bill has enough votes to pass but anticipated amendments before final approval. Representative Harriet Keyserling led as sponsor while Representative John Felder anticipated changes.
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Textile Leaders Weigh Caribbean Move Amid SC Jobs Debate
Textile leaders at a Barbados conference consider offshore cut and sew ops to lower costs and boost overall demand. Clemson argues the plan creates more jobs locally, while critics warn of job losses in South Carolina. Some see the seminar as a PR misstep by the university.
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Medicaid indigent care program gains broad backing in South Carolina
A proposed Medically Indigent Assistance Act would expand Medicaid to 42 600 more residents and require hospitals and counties to contribute 7.5 million dollars each. Critics from an investor owned hospital group challenge the plan noting the current shift of indigent care costs to insured patients and employers.
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