South Carolina remains in the spotlight this week with several major headlines shaping the state’s landscape. WHHI News highlights continued concern around immigration as Rep. Tanner discusses possible changes at the state level, while Myrtle Beach’s new youth curfew draws increasing attention as officials seek to curb nighttime disturbances and promote tourism safety. At the same time, housing market momentum remains strong with home sales in the state defying national slowdowns, further buoying South Carolina’s post-pandemic popularity.On the government front, with no state legislative elections until 2026, lawmakers have focused on policy implementations and infrastructure. According to Carolinas AGC, ride safety is a top priority as the new Hands-Free Act goes into effect September 1, 2025, with a 180-day warning period for motorists. The South Carolina Department of Transportation, with support from both federal and state funding, will immediately begin work repairing and rehabilitating nearly 160 bridges at risk of closure or restriction. The state budget also ushers in a pay rise of at least 2 percent for state workers.In the business sector, Rolls-Royce Solutions America announced a seventy-five million dollar expansion of its Graniteville facility in Aiken County, a move supported by local economic development authorities. This investment is slated to create 60 new jobs and will boost capacity to meet surging demand in the backup power market, especially for data centers, according to a press release from Rolls-Royce. Meanwhile, the closure of Canfor’s Estill and Darlington sawmills, as reported by Columbia Business Monthly, underscores the challenges still facing the lumber industry despite some bright spots such as Hampton Lumber’s decision to establish their first East Coast sawmill in Allendale County.Local communities see positive gains in infrastructure and education. Roper St. Francis Healthcare officially broke ground on a new hospital campus, promising advances in both patient care and employment. Schools are the focus of substantial new investments as well; projects to expand and modernize educational facilities underscore the state’s commitment to accommodate a growing student population and equip them with up-to-date resources.Public safety remains a concern after the South Carolina Department of Public Safety reported nine fatalities on state roadways over the past weekend. Continued vigilance around traffic safety and a renewed focus on enforcement are expected in coming months.Though the region has experienced typical summer heat, no extraordinary weather events have been reported this week.Looking ahead, listeners are encouraged to watch for public hearings on energy rates as Duke Energy Progress submits proposals that could affect customers statewide. Infrastructure improvements, job market shifts following major manufacturing news, and further state policy rollouts will be important trends in the coming weeks.Thank you for tuning in and remember to subscribe. 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

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