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SC gas prices nearly flat over previous week as national price rises

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2 years ago

April 22, 2024

SC gas prices nearly flat over previous week as national price rises

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) – Unlike the national average for a gallon of gasoline, South Carolina’s average fell, but only by less than a penny.

GasBuddy reported the average price of gas in South Carolina was $3.23 per gallon, a drop of a half-cent over the previous week, based on a survey of more than 3,000 state gas stations.

That puts prices 4.4 cents higher than a month ago but 7 cents lower than one year ago.

The lowest prices across the Tri-County area as of Monday morning was $2.89, reported in North Charleston.

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Palmetto State gas prices ranged on Sunday from $2.89 to $3.69, a range of 80 cents per gallon.

But the national average price rose 4.3 cents over the last week, landing on $3.64 per gallon as of Monday morning. The national average is up 10.8 cents over a month ago and 1.1 cents lower than a year ago.

Patrick De Haan, the lead petroleum analyst at GasBuddy said the nationwide changeover to summer gasoline, one of the lead three factors causing prices to rise in the last few months is now behind us.

“However, it may take time for the largest pain point to be over: refinery maintenance. The next few weeks should see many refineries wrapping up their work and gasoline output should rise, putting downward pressure on gasoline prices soon,” he said. “While Israel’s retribution on Iran was somewhat surprising, it was also measured, with Iran virtually not even mentioning it publicly. As such, the price of oil has moved slightly lower, following the de-escalation that now appears to be taking place. I’m hopeful with reduced concern in the Middle East and an end to the seasonal factors pushing prices up that Americans will soon see relief.”

The national average price of diesel has decreased 0.4 cents in the last week and stands at $4.01 per gallon.

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SC measles outbreak remains stalled with no new cases reported

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7 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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19 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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