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Helene

'A ghost town' | Blowing Rock expected to lose out on critical tourism due to Helene

Local News

Hurricane and strike disrupt goods transport, could raise prices in Carolinas

The aftermath of Helene has severely disrupted supply chains across the Carolinas, and now economists are concerned that a new challenge may worsen the situation.
Economy

I-40 won't reopen any time soon between NC and TN, NCDOT says

Historic flooding in East Tennessee and North Carolina swept away a part of I-40 East near the state line on Friday.
Economy

Local jobs focus as Saluda leaders unveil $2.5 million Commerce Park upgrade plan

Saluda’s $2.5 million ‘Road to the Future’ project aims to keep local workers local.
Economy

Federal Reserve poised to cut interest rates, potentially dropping by up to 0.5%, experts say

The Federal Reserve is meeting this week to potentially cut down federal interest rates.
Economy

Federal reserve set to cut interest rates for first time in 4 years

The Fed has been raising interest rates to catch up with inflation, but will cuts help borrowers?
Economy

Irmo adopts new traffic ordinance for increased studies

The Town of Irmo now requires more frequent traffic studies by lowering the threshold for development impact, aiming to better manage future growth.
Economy

Charlotte no longer ranks last for economic mobility, study finds. Here's what's behind the improvement

A new study shows ten years of work is paying off for the Queen City.
News

Retailers now charging upwards of 35% interest on credit cards

Macy's just sent customers a letter alerting them its APR is jumping to 34.49%.
Personal Finance

How many hours do South Carolinians have to work to afford rent? New numbers show increase

New numbers from the National Low Income Housing Coalition’s 'Out of Reach' Report rank South Carolina 30th most expensive in 'housing wage.'
Personal Finance

How many hours do South Carolinians have to work to afford rent? New numbers show increase

New numbers from the National Low Income Housing Coalition’s 'Out of Reach' Report rank South Carolina 30th most expensive in 'housing wage.'
Business

Winnsboro secures $2 million for downtown revitalization: Major changes ahead

The town has purchased the Douglas Building and secured $2 million in downtown revitalization funds

Election Day 2024 in South Carolina: Do's and don'ts

FBI sets up 24/7 command post in for Election Day

Local Forecast

Defog your windshield | What to do and why it happens

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'A ghost town' | Blowing Rock expected to lose out on critical tourism due to Helene

Hurricane and strike disrupt goods transport, could raise prices in Carolinas

I-40 won't reopen any time soon between NC and TN, NCDOT says

Local jobs focus as Saluda leaders unveil $2.5 million Commerce Park upgrade plan

Federal Reserve poised to cut interest rates, potentially dropping by up to 0.5%, experts say

Federal reserve set to cut interest rates for first time in 4 years

Irmo adopts new traffic ordinance for increased studies

Charlotte no longer ranks last for economic mobility, study finds. Here's what's behind the improvement

Retailers now charging upwards of 35% interest on credit cards

How many hours do South Carolinians have to work to afford rent? New numbers show increase

How many hours do South Carolinians have to work to afford rent? New numbers show increase

Winnsboro secures $2 million for downtown revitalization: Major changes ahead

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