South Carolina listeners have been following a busy week in state news, marked by major legislative updates and community developments. According to the Municipal Association of South Carolina, the state legislature has passed Act 42, reforming liquor liability laws for bars and restaurants, a crucial shift to address rising premiums that had led to business closures. The General Assembly tracked 290 bills this session with topics such as boat taxes and municipal election processes, while Act 24 enables North Charleston and other areas to fund redevelopment projects and invest in affordable housing and infrastructure with increased flexibility. The legislature is also gearing up for a significant October hearing on Senate Bill 323, an extreme abortion ban that has drawn sharp criticism from groups like the ACLU of South Carolina and the League of Women Voters, underscoring a contentious policy debate that could shape the state's legal landscape.

In government news, the race is on for a seat on the South Carolina Supreme Court, as current Justice John Few faces an unusual challenge from three contenders, including former House Speaker Jay Lucas. The Judicial Merit Selection Committee will screen candidates this fall, with legislators voting in March 2026. The U.S. Department of Justice is seeking the state’s voter registration list to examine federal compliance, adding another layer to election-related oversight.

Business headlines include Peabody Engineering’s $9.2 million expansion in Liberty, which will create 20 jobs and add 48,000 square feet to its facility. Peabody CEO Mark Peabody praised the state’s support for manufacturing, echoing sentiments from Commerce Secretary Harry Lightsey about South Carolina’s “sustained success.” Employment continues to climb statewide, with the Department of Employment and Workforce reporting 9,000 new jobs added in July and the labor force participation rate rising to 57.7 percent. While the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.2 percent, officials note the increase results from more South Carolinians entering the job market.

Community news features South Carolina’s newly launched statewide math initiative, distributing free five-year access to the digital platform Zearn Math to all public schools in a move to boost student proficiency, as covered by Tegacay Sun. The Department of Social Services has also received federal approval for a Community Pathway for Parents as Teachers, making South Carolina the first in the Southeast with this direct-access child and family support program, hailed as a national model.

Infrastructure projects are advancing, with Construction Resources announcing a flagship design center in Charleston to open in 2026, bringing together multiple product categories and an exclusive stone and tile showroom. Public safety remains a focus, and some localities are leveraging new legislative tools to invest in community reinvestment and redevelopment.

Significant weather events have held off for the time being. However, South Carolina ETV notes a high chance for tropical formation in the Atlantic, keeping emergency planners alert as the tropics enter peak season.

Looking ahead to the coming weeks, listeners should monitor the heated debate over the abortion bill and the Supreme Court race, as well as ongoing economic expansion and educational reforms. Thank you for tuning in. Be sure to subscribe for more updates. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

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