SC Budget and Finance

Columbia, South Carolina: A Tough Place for Seniors Seeking WorkColumbia, South Carolina: A Tough Place for Seniors Seeking Work

Columbia, South Carolina: A Tough Place for Seniors Seeking Work

News Summary A recent study shows South Carolina ranks as the 8th worst state for seniors looking for job opportunities,…

4 days ago
Columbia, South Carolina: Shake-Up in Liquor Liability LawsColumbia, South Carolina: Shake-Up in Liquor Liability Laws

Columbia, South Carolina: Shake-Up in Liquor Liability Laws

News Summary Columbia's local lawmakers are pushing for reforms to liquor liability laws that have led to skyrocketing insurance premiums,…

2 weeks ago
Charming Charleston Faces Economic Hurdles: Tax Changes AheadCharming Charleston Faces Economic Hurdles: Tax Changes Ahead

Charming Charleston Faces Economic Hurdles: Tax Changes Ahead

News Summary Charleston's economy is facing stagnation with a labor participation rate of 57.6%. While unemployment dipped slightly to 4.2%,…

4 weeks ago
South Carolina Senate Moves to Remove State Treasurer After $1.8 Billion ErrorSouth Carolina Senate Moves to Remove State Treasurer After $1.8 Billion Error

South Carolina Senate Moves to Remove State Treasurer After $1.8 Billion Error

News Summary In a historic movement for South Carolina politics, the state Senate is considering the removal of State Treasurer…

4 weeks ago
Columbia’s State Auditor Resignation Raises Financial ConcernsColumbia’s State Auditor Resignation Raises Financial Concerns

Columbia’s State Auditor Resignation Raises Financial Concerns

News Summary George Kennedy, South Carolina's State Auditor, resigned after a shocking $1.8 billion accounting error came to light. The…

2 months ago
South Carolina Lawmakers Address Liquor Liability Insurance CrisisSouth Carolina Lawmakers Address Liquor Liability Insurance Crisis

South Carolina Lawmakers Address Liquor Liability Insurance Crisis

News Summary South Carolina lawmakers are seeking to reform liquor liability laws due to soaring insurance rates that threaten local…

2 months ago
Tropical Storm Debby Hits Raleigh, North Carolina: Heavy Rain and Flooding ExpectedTropical Storm Debby Hits Raleigh, North Carolina: Heavy Rain and Flooding Expected

Tropical Storm Debby Hits Raleigh, North Carolina: Heavy Rain and Flooding Expected

News Summary Raleigh, North Carolina is preparing for Tropical Storm Debby as it unleashes heavy rainfall beginning Tuesday and lasting…

3 months ago
Greenville Protests for Immigrant Rights with ‘A Day Without Immigrants’Greenville Protests for Immigrant Rights with ‘A Day Without Immigrants’

Greenville Protests for Immigrant Rights with ‘A Day Without Immigrants’

News Summary On February 3, Greenville, South Carolina, witnessed the impactful protest 'A Day Without Immigrants' aimed at highlighting the…

3 months ago
South Carolina Faces $1.8 Billion Accounting FiascoSouth Carolina Faces $1.8 Billion Accounting Fiasco

South Carolina Faces $1.8 Billion Accounting Fiasco

News Summary Columbia is in turmoil as Treasurer Curtis Loftis responds to immense criticism over a staggering $1.8 billion accounting…

3 months ago