South Carolina listeners are waking up to several major stories making headlines across the Palmetto State. A tragic mass shooting occurred at Willie’s Bar and Grill on St. Helena Island, leaving four people dead and at least 20 injured, some in critical condition. The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is investigating, with officials emphasizing support for the victims and the historic Gullah community impacted, as reported by ABC News. In Spartanburg County, South Carolina health officials have quarantined at least 153 unvaccinated students following a measles outbreak across two schools, Global Academy of South Carolina and Fairforest Elementary. Eight cases are now confirmed, and authorities point to declining vaccination rates as a concern, according to ABC News.Turning to state politics, South Carolina legislators are actively debating the proposed Unborn Child Protection Act, which could significantly tighten abortion laws and criminalize a wider scope of activities involving abortion and related medications. The measure has drawn considerable attention for its potential impact on reproductive rights, with debate intensifying at the State House, as covered by Feminist News and confirmed by ongoing committee meetings available via the official South Carolina Legislature schedule.On the economic front, a landmark $280 million investment is coming to Orangeburg County as Carolina Renewable Products, a clean energy company, announced plans for a facility that will transform wood biomass into renewable diesel and other products. State and local officials praise this project, which is set to create 155 new jobs and solidify South Carolina’s reputation as a leader in agribusiness innovation. The company expects operations to begin in late 2026, according to the South Carolina Department of Commerce and Columbia Business Report. Meanwhile, the state continues to attract notable business expansions, with companies such as Woodward Inc., ZF Chassis Systems, and Arclin making multimillion-dollar investments and bringing hundreds of new jobs to Spartanburg, Pickens, and Dillon counties.Community news sees a significant development as Woodruff and Spartanburg County mark the groundbreaking of the Riverbend project, a 300-acre mixed-use venture featuring the Riverbend Athletic Complex and the region’s first tuition-free public charter school, Libertas Academy. Spearheaded by public–private partnerships, the project is anticipated to drive over $50 million in new investment, boost local education, and enhance recreational opportunities for the area, as highlighted by GSA Business Report.Infrastructure funding remains a central issue, particularly as Greenville County officials recently discussed implementing impact fees to address growing demands on roads and public services. The discussion reflects increased urgency to identify sustainable sources for infrastructure improvements, with Citizen Portal reporting on the latest county-level policy considerations. Meanwhile, state reports continue to highlight disparities in school building funding, where current models favor wealthier districts and may leave lower-income urban areas waiting decades for critical upgrades, as discussed by News from the States.Traffic safety concerns also made news this week, as the South Carolina Department of Public Safety reported six fatalities on state roadways between October 10 and 12. Public safety remains a top priority for law enforcement across all regions.Looking ahead, listeners should keep an eye on upcoming state legislative hearings, including ongoing debates on tort reform and education oversight, as well as preparations for the highly anticipated South Carolina State Fair this fall, promising community engagement and economic activity. The first phases of the Orangeburg clean energy facility and the Riverbend complex in Woodruff are scheduled to ramp up in the coming months, while local governments across the state continue to examine policy solutions to address infrastructure and educational equity.Thank you for tuning in, and don’t forget 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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