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August 08, 2009
Clyburn uses health fair to promote reform efforts
Gary Brown’s circumstances aren’t that unique in South Carolina’s poverty belt. He’s out of work, uninsured and can’t afford to pay out of pocket for a checkup. He learned that as a black man he is at a higher risk for prostate cancer. That’s what prompted him to attend Friday’s Interstate-95 Corridor Health Fair to get free screenings.
August 07, 2009
McMaster expected to announce gubernatorial bid
S.C. Attorney General Henry McMaster is expected to announce he will seek the Republican nomination for governor later this month.
Red Cross urges public to prepare for flu season
As fall approaches and students prepare to return to school, the Coastal South Carolina Chapter of the American Red Cross is urging the public do everything possible to stay ahead of the flu.
First Lady, sons moving out of Governor’s Mansion
First Lady Jenny Sanford says she and her sons are moving out of the Governor’s Mansion.
SC First Lady, Governor issue statements
I am so thankful for the overwhelming support and prayers we have received from people all across South Carolina.
August 06, 2009
Democrat Rex files papers to explore SC gov run
South Carolina Education Superintendent Jim Rex is exploring a bid for governor and has filed the paperwork needed to raise money for a campaign.
July 29, 2009
Reserve opts not to discipline Sanford
The U.S. Air Force Reserve considered disciplinary measures against Gov. Mark Sanford over his extramarital affair but has decided to take no action, his command office told The Greenville News.
July 28, 2009
S.C. remains ranked among lowest states for child well-being
South Carolina ranks 45th in the nation for child well-being, according to the 20th annual KIDS COUNT Data Book released Tuesday by the Annie E. Casey Foundation. Last year, the state was ranked 46th in the nation.
July 23, 2009
Sanford just the latest South Carolina politician in trouble
Governor Mark Sanford’s odd and unexplained disappearance in June got a lot of national attention just because it was so unusual. He left the state without telling anyone and without a way to contact him.
July 22, 2009
Sanford: Let’s change the subject
Gov. Mark Sanford said it was time for the state to move on from the weeks-long debate about whether he should stay or resign following his admission of an extramarital affair.
July 15, 2009
Review of stimulus spending shows little going to create jobs
South Carolina’s Department of Health and Environmental Control announced recently that it’s getting $3.3 million of federal stimulus money to clean up abandoned underground gasoline storage tanks that are leaking. The money should be able to clean up 66 sites around the state, mostly old gas stations.
July 14, 2009
Sanford’s office couldn’t locate missing governor
Gov. Mark Sanford’s chief of staff, Scott English, called the governor’s cell phones 15 times during the governor’s secret trip to Argentina to visit his lover last month. But the governor never picked up.
Records: Gov did not use state phone while on trip
As South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford’s staffers publicly downplayed his disappearance, they tried to reach him more than a dozen times on his state and personal cell phones, according to records made public Monday.
July 10, 2009
State e-mails detail SC gov’s Argentina trip plans
When South Carolina’s Commerce Department planned a trade mission to South America last year, Gov. Mark Sanford rejected a historic tour, requested meetings with real estate agents, and tried to make sure he would have at least an evening free in Buenos Aires.
July 09, 2009
Polls say it’s time Sanford resigns
Jeff Neipp of Greenwood campaigned for Mark Sanford during both of the Republican’s races for governor. Now, Neipp wants Sanford — caught in a scandal after disappearing from the country to secretly visit his lover — to resign.
Politics, apologies helping keep SC gov in office
Gov. Mark Sanford has found a way to cling to office, but holding on has had more to do with politics than heartfelt apologies.
July 07, 2009
SLED Chief Lloyd to investigate why Burris was not in prison
Patrick Tracy Burris had convictions in Florida, West Virginia, Maryland and North Carolina for everything from forgery to armed robbery.
SC Dems say GOP vote gives Sanford cover
South Carolina Democratic leaders are criticizing a state GOP vote to publicly reprimand Gov. Mark Sanford, rather than ask him to resign, as a meaningless move that provides him cover to stay in office.
McMaster pitches donors to move cash to gov’s race
South Carolina Attorney General Henry McMaster has begun asking campaign contributors for permission to use their donations for his gubernatorial campaign - but in a way that some say may not square with state law.
Republican turmoil hits early presidential states
Social conservatives in Iowa and New Hampshire already were reeling from scandals surrounding two Republicans thought to be considering White House runs when Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin shocked the party by announcing her resignation.
July 04, 2009
DeMint hits Myrtle Beach on book-signing tour
US Sen. Jim DeMint was in Myrtle Beach Friday to sign copies of his new book at the Barnes and Noble at Market Common.
SC residents mixed over fate of cheating governor
After a week that offered the world a glimpse into the conflicted mind of philandering South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford, his constituents differed Friday on whether he should leave office.
July 03, 2009
‘We’ve had worse’: Sanford’s indiscretions not S.C.‘s first
The sexual scandal surrounding Gov. Mark Sanford is not the worst in the state’s history, says a veteran Winthrop University history professor. “We’ve had worse,” according to history professor Dr. Eddie Lee. “Admitting to adultery or having one, two, three or more mistresses in 2009 can ruin a political career. And that has happened before.
Sanford plans to spend holiday weekend with family in Florida
A spokesman says South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford will head to Florida to spend the holiday weekend with his family.
July 02, 2009
SC 1st lady says she may forgive husband’s affair
The wife of embattled South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford called his affair with an Argentine woman “inexcusable” but said Thursday she is willing to forgive him.
McMaster Response To SLED Announcement
This office will review SLED’s official report when it is received. I see no reason to doubt SLED’s conclusions, their professionalism, or objectivity.
Governor issues travel document statement
We’re pleased that SLED has concluded its review, which confirms what we’ve said from day one * no public money was used in relation to the governor’s admitted marital infidelity. This issue is behind us once and for al
Statement from First Lady Jenny Sanford
The last week has been very painful for me, my family and for the people of South Carolina. However, throughout this terrible ordeal, the incredible outpouring of kindness, support, and prayer I’ve received from countless friends and folks I have never even met has been truly uplifting.
SC gov plans to spend weekend in Fla. with family
A spokesman says South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford will head to Florida to spend the holiday weekend with his family.
SLED clears Sanford on charges he used state funds to visit mistress
COLUMBIA — A State Law Enforcement Division examination into Gov. Mark Sanford’s travel expenses during trips in which he rendezvoused with his mistress found no improper use of public funds.
