The Democratic candidate for state superintendent, Israel Romero, may not be eligible for the position due to a 2008 felony conviction. Romero was convicted for the unauthorized practice of law, and due to a 1996 state constitutional amendment, wouldn’t be eligible to run for office until 2023. Romero is challenging Republican incumbent Molly Spearman for state superintendent. The position manages a multi-billion-dollar budget and the school systems for S.C.’s 750,000 pre-k through 12th grade students. Source: Greenville News
Tomorrow, Wed. Oct. 17, is the deadline for S.C. residents to register to vote. To check whether or not you are registered, or where you’re registered, visit scvotes.org. Source: City Paper
Charleston International Airport is installing gunshot sensors to help alert police in case there’s an active shooter in the pre-TSA section of the airport. Source: P&C
P&C headline: “After spike last year, West Ashley sees dip in crime. But for some, uneasiness persists.” Source: P&C
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