ES Foundry and MIT Collaborate on Advanced Manufacturing
ES Foundry, a company specializing in advanced manufacturing, has recently announced a collaboration with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s (MIT) Initiative for New Manufacturing. This partnership aims to advance the development of next-generation manufacturing technologies, focusing on innovation in materials and production processes. The collaboration will leverage MIT’s research capabilities and ES Foundry’s expertise in […]
Spartanburg Data Center Approved for 457 Megawatts
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services granted an air permit on September 18 for NorthMark and Valara to expand natural-gas power generation at their Pine Street data center in Spartanburg. The approval has drawn opposition from nearby residents and the Southern Environmental Law Center. The permit allows construction of 11 natural gas turbines that […]
Free STD, HIV Testing Available in South Carolina
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (SCDPH) is providing free testing for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and HIV at most local health departments on Tuesday, September 29, in observance of PrEP Awareness Week. This initiative aims to increase access to crucial health services for residents across the state, including those in the Columbia area. […]
SC Lawmakers Form Committees to Address AI Regulations
South Carolina lawmakers have recently established special committees in both the House and Senate to examine artificial intelligence. These committees, formed in September 2026, will analyze the potential risks associated with AI and explore ways to implement regulatory guardrails. This development highlights a proactive approach by the state’s legislative body to understand and manage the […]
New Law Allows UTVs on South Carolina Roads Later This Year
Lexington residents and other South Carolina drivers will soon be able to operate utility task vehicles (UTVs) on public roads, following the passage of a new state law. However, the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) advises that until the law officially takes effect later this year, UTVs must remain off public roadways. The […]
Clemson Football Shows Resilience in Comeback Win
Clemson University’s football team demonstrated a significant comeback on Saturday, September 20, overcoming a double-digit deficit to secure a victory against North Carolina. This win marks the Tigers’ first Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) play of the season, starting with a 1-0 record. During the initial 30 minutes of the game, the Clemson Tigers trailed by […]
Governor McMaster to Attend North Augusta Groundbreaking
Governor Henry McMaster’s upcoming schedule includes a groundbreaking ceremony in North Augusta, S.C., alongside the U.S. Assistant Secretary of Commerce.
Peter Cullen, Voice of Optimus Prime, Dies at 85
Peter Cullen, the Canadian voice actor renowned for portraying Optimus Prime in numerous Transformers productions and Eeyore in Winnie the Pooh projects, passed away on Wednesday at his Los Angeles home at the age of 85. His agent, Kevin Motley, confirmed his death, stating Cullen died peacefully surrounded by family. Cullen’s family released a statement […]
Coyote vs. Acme Premieres After Underdog Journey
The film Coyote vs. Acme premiered in Los Angeles on Thursday, August 27, 2026, marking a significant moment for a project that faced an uncertain future. The movie, a hybrid live-action and animation feature set in the Looney Tunes universe, sees Wile E. Coyote pursuing legal action against the Acme Corporation due to its consistently […]
Senators Press for Hearing on USS Lincoln Deployment
Senate Armed Services Committee Democrats asked the committee chairman on August 24, 2026 to convene a public hearing on extended military deployments, the latest congressional demand tied to the record deployment of the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln. The request follows weeks in which the President and his administration publicly dismissed concerns about conditions aboard […]