It’s officially “twosday” — the date that reads 2/22/22. It can be read backwards as a palindrome and it falls on a Tuesday. According to the National Weather Service, there won’t be another “twosday” for 400 years. Want a little Google fun? Type in “2-22-22” in its search engine and watch what happens. More: USA Today, The Washington Post, KTLA, CNN
In other headlines:
Former Trump official Mulvaney endorses Mace. Former S.C. congressman and Trump administration chief of staff Mick Mulvaney has backed incumbent Republican Nancy Mace in her inner-party battle against Katie Arrington, who received the former president’s backing. Former Trump official and former S.C. governor Nikki Haley also previously endorsed Mace. More: The Post and Courier, The State
S.C.’s Childs remains on short list for Biden’s Supreme Court nom. U.S. District Court Judge J. Michelle Childs of South Carolina is one of three Black women being considered by the White House to fill Justice Stephen Breyer’s seat. Breyer is retiring from the court. More: AP News
S.C.’s Graham pushes for ‘forceful sanctions’ against Russia. As Russian President Vladimir Putin orders Russian troops into sections of Ukraine, U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina has vocalized the need for “forceful sanctions” against the Kremlin. More: The New York Times
Why high gas prices might actually encourage S.C. tourism. A vast majority of those visiting Myrtle Beach drive to the destination, making it seem like the recent spike in gas prices would negatively impact the city. But Coastal Carolina University hospitality professor Taylor Damonte said that over the years, he’s noticed a positive correlation between fuel prices and how busy the region gets during the peak travel season. More: The State
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