Listen "South Carolina Leads in Business, Faces Campus Shooting and Earthquake Preparedness in October Roundup"
Episode Synopsis
Good morning. South Carolina continues to make headlines across multiple fronts as October unfolds.A shooting incident at South Carolina State University's Hugine Suites on October 4th prompted a campus-wide lockdown and cancellation of all Homecoming events scheduled for the following day. While social media claims circulated regarding casualties, no official confirmation of deaths or injuries has been released by authorities. The State Law Enforcement Division has been called in to investigate the incident at the historically black university in Orangeburg.On the economic development front, the state is demonstrating remarkable strength. Area Development's 2025 Top States for Business survey ranked South Carolina second in the nation, trailing only Georgia. The state excelled particularly in business incentives programs, overall cost of doing business, and site readiness programs. This competitive positioning continues to attract major investments. Eaton, an intelligent power management company, announced a 46 million dollar expansion of its aerospace manufacturing operations in Charleston County, creating over 50 new jobs. Meanwhile, York County welcomed news that Riverstone Logistics will relocate its headquarters to the area, bringing 159 new positions.In education news, Woodruff celebrated the groundbreaking of Libertas Academy Woodruff on October 8th. The new public charter school for students in grades 4K through 8th is scheduled to open in fall 2027. State Superintendent Ellen Weaver emphasized the importance of expanding educational opportunities that prepare young people to be college, career, or military ready.Governor Henry McMaster has proclaimed October 12th through 18th as Earthquake Preparedness Week in South Carolina. The South Carolina Emergency Management Division is encouraging residents to participate in the Great Southeast ShakeOut drill scheduled for October 16th at 10:16 AM, where over 1.8 million people across eight states will practice Drop, Cover, and Hold On techniques.Looking ahead, South Carolina faces significant developments including ongoing federal government shutdown discussions involving Senator Lindsey Graham, and preparations for major tidal flooding expected in Charleston through Friday morning. The state continues to balance rapid economic growth with infrastructure needs and public safety concerns.Thank you for tuning in and be sure to subscribe for more updates. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI