SOUTH CAROLINA

May 05 2026ENVIRONMENT

Rainy Days Ahead for Greenville as Drought Holds Strong

South Carolina is stuck in a tough spot right now. Even after some rain in early May, every single county is still dealing with drought conditions. The state hasn’t seen rain like this in over a century, with 2002 being the last time things were this dry. The lack of water is hurting farms, lowering

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May 01 2026SCIENCE

Two full moons light up May’s sky in South Carolina

This May, South Carolina gets a rare sky show with not one but two full moons. Such back-to-back full moons only happen every two or three years, according to space experts. The second one is called a blue moon, but don’t expect a color change—it’s just a name. The first full moon, often nicknamed

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Apr 04 2026SPORTS

Big names in sports and music rooting for South Carolina basketball

South Carolina’s women’s basketball team isn’t just drawing crowds to the arena—they’re bringing in famous faces too. Players and coaches aren’t the only ones cheering from courtside; sometimes, well-known figures from sports and entertainment are spotted in the stands. The team, coached by Dawn Sta

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Feb 12 2026HEALTH

Measles Numbers Drop, But Is It Over?

In South Carolina, the number of new measles cases has been dropping each day. This might mean the outbreak is getting better. But experts say it's too soon to be sure. The state has seen 933 cases since October. That's a lot! Most of these cases are in Spartanburg County. But there have been some

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Jan 06 2026HEALTH

Measles on the Rise: Why South Carolina is Seeing More Cases

South Carolina is facing a growing measles outbreak. The state's health officials have reported 211 cases, a significant increase from the previous week's count of 185. This rapid spread is concerning, especially since measles is highly contagious. Most of the cases are concentrated in the northwes

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Dec 15 2025ENVIRONMENT

South Carolina's Wildlife Fund Hits a Big Milestone

The Harry Hampton Memorial Wildlife Fund is making waves in South Carolina's conservation world. They're close to hitting a $5 million mark in donations to the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR). The latest grant, planned for 2026, is $190, 000. This money comes from private dona

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Nov 26 2025SPORTS

Game Day Insights: South Carolina vs. Clemson

The upcoming matchup between South Carolina and Clemson has everyone talking, and there's a lot to unpack. Fans are eager to see how these two teams will face off on Saturday. To get the lowdown, Palmetto Sports Daily has been breaking it all down. This isn't just any game; it's a rivalry that has

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Nov 15 2025CRIME

A Life Ends with a Shot: South Carolina's Firing Squad Execution

In a quiet corner of South Carolina, a man named Stephen Bryant took his last breaths on Friday. He was 44 years old. Three prison workers, each with a loaded gun, carried out the execution. Bryant had killed three people in just five days back in 2004. He chose to die by firing squad instead of oth

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Oct 26 2025SPORTS

Alabama's Late Game Magic Keeps Them Unbeaten

In a thrilling SEC showdown, Alabama found a way to escape with a win against South Carolina. The Crimson Tide, ranked fourth, faced a tough challenge on the road against an unranked opponent. South Carolina, known for their strong running game, kept the pressure on Alabama throughout the game. The

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Oct 24 2025SCIENCE

Earth's Temporary Cosmic Companion: Meet the Quasi-Moon

Earth has a new, temporary neighbor in space. It's not a moon like we usually think of, but an asteroid named 2025 PN7. This space rock is tagging along with Earth's journey around the sun, but it's not actually orbiting our planet. Instead, it's more like a hitchhiker, sticking around for about 58

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