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Follow the race: Runoff elections expected to make big impact in SC politics

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2 years ago

June 25, 2024

Follow the race: Runoff elections expected to make big impact in SC politics

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Around 30 runoff elections are taking place across South Carolina — many happening across the Midlands.

These are for races in which no candidate received a majority of votes during last week’s primaries, ranging from local races like sheriffs and county council to seats representing South Carolinians on Capitol Hill and at the State House.

RICHLAND COUNTY: Rep. Thigpen, Councilman Walker challenge each other again for Senate seat

That is especially the case throughout much of South Carolina, where the vast majority of legislative districts lean heavily toward one party or the other, making them uncompetitive in a general election.

But the South Carolina Election Commission said runoffs are usually low-turnout races, with most garnering single-digit turnout among eligible voters.

MORE: Am I eligible to vote in the runoff today?

Eligible voters can also head to the polls on runoff day, which is Tuesday, June 25.

Polls will be open that day from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the counties where there is at least one runoff. Check your sample ballot at scVOTES.gov.

South Carolinians voting in person, or if they are voting absentee by mail and returning their ballot in person, will need to bring a photo ID with them.

Check here for U.S. Senate, U.S. House results in South Carolina

SC Statewide Primary Runoff

Ivory Thigpen (D)	0
Overture Walker (D)	0

Katrina Shealy (R)	0
Carlisle Kennedy (R)	0

Chris Smith (R)	0
Jason Guerry (R)	0

Austin Floyd (D)	0
Jeffrey Graham (D)	0

Lindsay Agostini (R)	0
Michael Jones (R)	0

Billy Garrett (R)	0
Charles Bumgardner (R)	0

Johnny Felder (D)	0
Jerry Govan (D)	0

Sheri Biggs (R)	0
Mark Burns (R)	0

Sean Fogle (D)	0
Montez Haynes (D)	0

Kayla Berry (R)	0
Abigail Ridgell (R)	0

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SC measles outbreak remains stalled with no new cases reported

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3 hours ago

March 27, 2026

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SC measles outbreak remains stalled with no new cases reported

Not long ago, it appeared almost certain that the measles outbreak centered in Spartanburg would surpass 1,000 cases.

Now that case total may be unlikely.

On March 27, DPH reported no new infections. The total number of cases remains at 997, where it has stood since March 17, when DPH reported one new infection.

There is currently one person in quarantine, according to the March 27 DPH update.

The measles outbreak began in October and grew somewhat slowly until the Christmas holidays. In January, the number of cases exploded—from 185 on Jan. 2 to 847 on Jan. 30.

In a March 25 media briefing, state epidemiologist Linda Bell was asked about the declining number of cases.

She credited an uptick in vaccinations in January and February, as well as DPH efforts to identify cases quickly and quarantine people who were infected or exposed.

If no new infections occur, DPH officials said the outbreak could be declared ended on April 26.

DPH officials explained that it takes 42 days with no new infections, “to declare an end to a measles outbreak. This is double the number of days for an incubation period (21 days) and a clear indicator of a broken transmission chain.”

Bell said DPH is asking school nurses and physicians’ offices to report any possible measles symptoms.

She added that health officials are keeping an eye on spring break — April 6-10 for public schools in Spartanburg County — as families might travel for vacation or to visit family members. People lacking immunity could be at risk.

“We remain vigilant,” Bell said, stressing that the two-dose MMR vaccine is the most effective protection against the spread of measles.

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NFL Draft Injury Analysis: Jalon Kilgore, S – South Carolina

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15 hours ago

March 27, 2026

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NFL Draft Injury Analysis: Jalon Kilgore, S – South Carolina

The Lions may be looking for a safety within the first two rounds due to injuries to Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch. That’s where Jalon Kilgore may come in. He has some minor injuries, but appears to be a relatively low-risk prospect for a team that needs to add health to that room.

Here is the excerpt of my medical report on Jalon Kilgore:

Jalon Kilgore, S (21) – South Carolina

Projected round 2-3.

Concern level 2/10

While his availability has been excellent, Kilgore has a history of hamstring strains in 2025 and 2023. If his 2024 injury is found to be also a hamstring, then happenstance becomes a disturbing trend.

With fast-twitch athletes, hamstrings are going to be very common, and generally don’t present any long-term issues. The difficult trick will be to determine if a certain player is more prone to hamstrings.

What helps Kilgore a lot is his young age.

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Motorcyclist critically injured in Longs area crash

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1 day ago

March 26, 2026

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Motorcyclist critically injured in Longs area crash

HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — One person was critically injured in a motorcycle crash in the Longs area on Thursday afternoon, according to Horry County Fire Rescue (HCFR).

Just before 2:00 p.m., crews responded to the area of Old Highway 31 near Hidden River Road.

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One person was transported to the hospital as a result of the motorcycle crash, HCFR said.

Officials ask that drivers avoid the area as lanes of traffic are currently blocked.

The incident is under investigation by the South Carolina Highway Patrol with assistance from the Horry County Police Department.

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