Doctors in South Carolina say that more than 92% of new infections of COVID-19 are among those not fully vaccinated. Two weeks ago, cases were 19 per 100,000 people. Now it has jumped to 62.4 cases per 100,000 people. More: WISTV, The State, CNN
In other headlines:
To gerrymander or to not: S.C. senators selected for redistricting panel. A state senatorial panel on re-drawing state legislative districts chair Sen. Luke Rankin has announced the selection of senators Ronnie Sabb, Chip Campsen III, Dick Harpootlian, Margie Bright Matthews, Scott Talley and Tom Young Jr. to the panel. More: Florence Morning News
S.C.’s Graham threatens to leave S.C. to block Dem spending bill. As Democrats, led by President Joe Biden, turn up the pressure on infrastructure spending and family spending, U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina is thinking about skipping town to block votes. More: The Post and Courier
S.C. Ports Authority records strongest fiscal year to date. During fiscal year 2021, which ended June 30, S.C. Ports handled 2.55 million 20-foot units, or TEUs, across Wando Welch, North Charleston and Hugh K. Leatherman terminals. More: Charleston Regional Business Journal
Stinky, invasive trees to be banned in S.C. in 2024. The popular Bradford pear and its rootstock Callery pear will be prohibited for sale in South Carolina starting Oct. 1, 2024. The trees are known for their early spring flowers but they also have weak branches and the seeds easily find home in disturbed habitats, competing with natural landscapes. Also banned: Elaeagnus. More: AP News, Clemson University/The Orangeburg Times & Democrat
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