A South Carolina bassist bitten by a copperhead had to try three medical facilities before she found antivenom There are urgent shortcomings in emergency response protocols. We Got This Covered · Aug 1
Elections Ballotpedia is covering in August 2026 In August 2026, Ballotpedia is tracking 4089 elections across 27 states. These include 15 statewide elections, two territory-wide elections, 517 special elections held to fill vacancies in 19 states, as well as one recall election in Oregon. Ballotpedia · Jul 31
Democratic National Committee announces proposed early states for 2028 Democratic presidential calendar The Democratic National Committee (DNC) announced on July 24, 2026, that its Rules and Bylaws Committee (RBC) had voted to select the first six states for the 2028 Democratic presidential nominating calendar. Those states and their proposed primary dates are as follows: Ballotpedia · Jul 31
How an 1876 massacre of Black men in South Carolina turned racial terror into political power As the U.S. celebrates its 250th anniversary, its citizens commemorate a democracy more diverse, free and inclusive than it’s ever been. The path to this milestone was imperfect and paved in blood and suffering. Still, few of the revelers will likely pay heed to the anniversary of another historic event:… The Conversation · Jul 31
The Real Cost of Turning Away Foreign Talent Researchers estimate that discouraging just one-third of international STEM graduates could leave the American economy 0.7 percent to 1.3 percent smaller—equivalent to losing the entire economy of Utah or South Carolina. Reason · Jul 30
The last journey of Lindsey Graham, from Washington to the state he loved South Carolina bid farewell to Senator Lindsey Graham in a final service. Friends and colleagues remembered his dedication to the state and his work ethic. Graham was eulogized as a dealmaker and a man who cared deeply for people. His funeral included a horse-drawn caisson and a military jet flyover.… The Economic Times · Jul 30
Lindsey Graham returns home as friends honor his South Carolina ties at funeral Murners in Columbia recalled a man deeply connected to his humble origins The Independent UK · Jul 29
Trump bids farewell to ‘tough cookie’ Lindsey Graham — and recalls doing ‘something that I shouldn’t have done’ to him Trump infamously doxxed the South Carolina senator when they were rivals for the 2016 presidential nomination The Independent UK · Jul 28
Lindsey Graham honored with memorial services in Washington, in photos The late Sen. Lindsey Graham is honored Tuesday in Washington as his remains arrive at the U.S. Capitol before a funeral at Washington National Cathedral. Two days of services conclude Wednesday with Graham's burial in his home state of South Carolina. The Independent UK · Jul 28
‘No one like Lindsey’: Washington, world leaders mourn Sen. Graham The late Sen. Lindsey Graham was remembered Tuesday by President Donald Trump and others as a Senate technician and foreign policy powerhouse, as lawmakers joined world leaders and his loved ones during a Washington National Cathedral funeral service. As the South Carolina Republican’s casket made its way into the massive… Roll Call · Jul 28
Sen. Lindsey Graham leaves the Capitol a final time The late Sen. Lindsey Graham returned to the Capitol a final time Tuesday morning for a congressional tribute surrounded by his family, colleagues, staff and members of the Trump administration. The South Carolina Republican’s casket sat at the center of the Capitol Rotunda, underneath the Apotheosis of Washington fresco 180… Roll Call · Jul 28
Lindsey Graham's funeral to be attended by Trump, Netanyahu, Zelenskiy as Washington bids farewell to key ally Lindsey Graham funeral: Washington prepares for Senator Lindsey Graham's funeral, honoring his strong support for Israel and Ukraine. International leaders, including those from Israel and Ukraine, are expected to attend the service. Graham, a prominent Republican, was a consistent advocate for assertive foreign policy. His sister has been appointed to… The Economic Times · Jul 28
Lindsey Graham funeral updates: Trump again shares senator’s phone number as president remembers a ‘tough cookie’ During his eulogy, Trump also said that Graham ‘never saw a war he didn’t like’ The Independent UK · Jul 28
Surfside Beach loses $545,598 in sophisticated email scam; Wildcat Construction CEO disputes forensic report, says town ignored red flags A payment of $545,598 intended for Wildcat Construction has become the focus of an ongoing fraud investigation in Surfside Beach, South Carolina, after the money was allegedly redirected to a scammer-controlled bank account through a sophisticated email scam. The fraud began during what appeared to be a routine email conversation… The Times of India · Jul 27
The Independent UK · Jul 27 ‘I don’t believe in nepotism:’ Republicans revolt against Trump’s endorsement of Darline Graham for late brother’s seat ANALYSIS: Trump’s decision to endorse Darline Graham has, if anything, spurred other South Carolina Republicans to run, Eric Garcia writes
Medical Daily · Jul 26 CDC Data Show Seven States Carry Most 2026 Measles Cases as National Total Reaches 2,318 CDC confirms 2,318 U.S. measles cases in 2026, the most since 1991. Seven states hold most cases. What families should check before school starts.
The Guardian - US · Jul 26 Meet the South Carolina Democrat looking to flip Lindsey Graham’s Senate seat Dr Annie Andrews says her ‘mission remains the same’ as she now aims to unseat Darline Graham, sister of the late Republican senator
The Guardian - US · Jul 24 Democrats move to keep South Carolina as first state to vote in 2028 presidential primaries DNC move aims to better represent views of party’s racially diverse voter base ahead of next presidential cycle
Kiplinger · Jul 24 Fleeing Florida? The 4 Best 'Half-Back' States for Disillusioned Retirees Florida retirement not what you expected? You aren't alone. Explore the top four half-back states offering affordable living options closer to family.
Times Life · Jul 24 Why Animals Act Like It's Night During a Solar Eclipse: Behaviour, Instinct, and the Sudden Darkness Birds Go to Roost Mid-MorningThe most visible sign that something has broken in the natural order is birds flying back to their trees at 11 a.m. During the 2017 total solar eclipse across the United States, researchers at the California Academy of Sciences used citizen-science reports from iNaturalist to document…
Roll Call · Jul 23 Former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford enters race for Graham’s seat Former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford on Thursday jumped into the growing Republican special election primary for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham’s seat. Sanford, who served two separate stints in the House representing South Carolina’s 1st District, briefly ran for his old Charleston-centered seat this year before dropping out to…
The Independent UK · Jul 22 I’d pick this South Carolina beach town over the Hamptons every time There’s more to Hilton Head than golf courses and fine dining – Annabel Grossman heads to the Atlantic coast and explores an island filled with nature, history and local cuisine
The Guardian - US · Jul 22 Gullah Geechee influence is seen all over the US. Why does a notion of isolation prevail? A new book from leading scholars and historians pushes back against the narrative that Gullah communities were insulated from the mainland US
Roll Call · Jul 21 For Darline Graham, winning Trump’s endorsement may be the easy part South Carolina Republican Sen. Darline Graham has collected several key endorsements since announcing Monday she would run for the seat of her late brother, Lindsey Graham. But the political newcomer, who entered the race for a full six-year term at the urging of President Donald Trump, now faces a potentially…
We Got This Covered · Jul 21 South Carolina church leaders charged after allowing convicted child sex offender to work with kids, congregation ‘furious’ "My stomach dropped..."