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South Carolina’s tax-free weekend is coming up. What items are exempt, not exempt?
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South Carolina’s Tax-Free Weekend, a 72-hour event during which a variety of purchases will be exempt from the state’s 6% sales tax and any applicable taxes, will begin on August 1 at 12:01 a.m.
The event will run through August 3, giving resident shoppers plenty of time to snag items on a deal.
However, before you head to the stores, it’s essential to know which items are exempt from sales and use tax during this time window.
Read on to learn what items are exempt and what are not.
What general items are exempt during the event?
- Art supplies for school
- Athletic uniforms
- Backpacks
- Bedding
- Blankets
- Coats and jackets
- Clothing
- Computers
- Computer parts and accessories, when sold as a package with a computer
- Diapers
- Earbuds and headphones
- Flash drives
- Gloves and mittens
- Musical instruments for school
- Pillows
- Printers and printer supplies
- Purses and handbags
- School supplies
- Shoes and footwear
- Sleepwear
- Socks and underwear
- Towels
- Uniforms (band, scouts, school, sports)
What general items are not exempt?
- Briefcases and wallets
- Cameras
- Cell phones and smartphones
- Cleaning supplies
- Computers used in a business
- Cosmetics
- eReaders
- Furniture
- Glasses and contacts
- Jewelry
- Mattresses and box springs
- Office supplies
- Sports equipment (baseball mitts, helmets, life jackets and vests, mouth guards, pads, etc.)
- Video game consoles
What bed and bath items are exempt?
- Bath mats and rugs
- Bed skirts and dust ruffles
- Bedspreads, duvets, and comforters
- Blankets and throws
- Mattress pads and toppers
- Pillow cases and shams
- Pillows (all types)
- Sheets and sheet sets
- Shower curtains and liners
- Towels (all types and sizes)
- Washcloths
What bed and bath items are not exempt?
- Bathroom accessories
- Cookware
- Furniture
- Hardware and tools
- Mattresses and box springs
- Paper towels
- Shower curtain hooks, rings, and rods
- Sleeping bags
- Stereo equipment
- Table cloths, placemats, napkins, and other table supplies
- Toilet paper
- Wastebaskets
- Window treatments
What school supplies are exempt?
- Art supplies
- Binders and folders
- Books
- Bookbags
- Calculators
- Daily planners or organizers
- Flashdrives
- Glue, tape, staplers, staples
- Headphones and earbuds
- Highlighters and markers
- Lunch boxes
- Musical instruments
- Notebooks and paper
- Pencils, sharpeners, erasers
- Pens
- Scissors
- Uniforms (band, scouts, school, sports)
What school supplies are not exempt?
- Cleaning supplies
- Glasses
- Hobby equipment, supplies, and toys
- Office supplies
- Paper products that are not school supplies (tissues, paper towels)
- Any of the above items not used for school assignments
What types of clothing and accessories are exempt?
- Belts and suspenders
- Hair accessories
- Hats and caps
- Purses and handbags
- Neckties and bow ties
- Exercise clothing
- Athletic uniforms
- Leotards and tights
- Hunting and ski clothing
- Swimwear
- Dresses and skirts
- Leggings, pants, jeans, and shorts
- Shirts and blouses
- Sleepwear
- Socks and underwear
- Suits and blazers
- Sweaters and sweatshirts
- Cleats
- Dance shoes
- Rain boots
- Orthopedic shoes
- Skates
- Slippers
- Coats (all types)
- Earmuffs
- Gloves and mittens
- Rainwear (raincoats, umbrellas, etc.)
- Scarves
- Vests
- Aprons
- Bibs
- Bridal gowns and veils
- Costumes
- Diapers
- Formal wear (gowns, tuxedos, etc.)
- Graduation caps and gowns
- Uniforms (band, scouts, school, sports)
What types of clothing and accessories are not exempt?
- Backpacks not used for school
- Briefcases
- Change purses and wallets
- Cosmetics
- Glasses and sunglasses
- Jewelry
- Protective and safety masks and goggles (athletic, sport, or for work)
- Safety equipment
- Sports equipment (baseball mitts, helmets, life jackets and vests, mouth guards, pads, etc.)
- Watches and bands
What computers and technology are exempt?
- Computers
- Computer parts and accessories (monitors, keyboards, and scanners), when sold as a package with a computer
- Computer software and service contracts (sold with software)
- Printers
- Printer supplies, including replaceable ink cartridges
What computers and technology are not exempt?
- Cameras
- Cell phones and smartphones
- eReaders
- Music and video players
- Replacement parts
- Video game consoles
Nina Tran covers trending topics for The Greenville News. Reach her via email at ntran@gannett.com
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — Advocates, caregivers, patients, and community leaders gathered at the South Carolina State House on Friday for the inaugural South Carolina Sickle Cell Day.
Organizers said the event focused on raising awareness of sickle cell disease.
The South Carolina CBO Collective Caucus hosted the event at 10 a.m., coinciding with World Sickle Cell Day and Juneteenth.
Organizers said the gathering brought together healthcare professionals, legislators, advocates, and supporters from across the state to discuss education, support, and action related to sickle cell disease.
The program is designed to amplify the voices of individuals and families impacted by the disease and encourage conversations about healthcare access, advocacy, research, and community support, organizers said.
Attendees heard personal stories and learned about challenges faced by those living with sickle cell disease.
“World Sickle Cell Day is a powerful call to action for all of us,” said founder and CEO of The B Strong Group Brenda Green. She said the collaboration expands support, strengthens community response, and stands with affected families.
The B Strong Group, founded in 2017 and based in Columbia, is a nonprofit organization focused on sickle cell awareness, advocacy, and caregiver support.
The group organizes blood drives, caregiver workshops, and awareness campaigns under the motto “Educate, Advocate, Empower.”
An 87-year-old businessman in Columbia, South Carolina says he has no plans to retire.
Leonard Fabrizio works as a retailer at Brittons of Columbia, a locally-owned men’s clothing store.
“I’m not the type of person who can sit around by myself,” said Fabrizio. “I just enjoy the interaction and that’s the big thing, is the interaction with people. It’s always been the drive in this business for me, said Fabrizio.
Fabrizio’s retail career began as a college student when he worked at J.C. Penney. He has watched Columbia grow and has owned a store and managed several others.
His advice is to “Be patient. It takes time to build a business. It doesn’t happen overnight, but it’s rewarding. It’s fun. But you have to have compassion for the business.”
Fabrizio recently celebrated another birthday alongside those who have supported his career.
(WPDE) — June 9 marked International Batten Disease Awareness Day, shining a light on a rare, inherited neurodegenerative disorder.
It primarily affects children and causes harmful waste material to build up inside the cells of the brain and nervous system.
One South Carolina family used the day to raise awareness as their 2-year-old son, Sam Stockton, lives with CLN2 Batten disease.
Sam was diagnosed at 16 weeks old, and his family says they travel every other week for enzyme-replacement therapy while also searching for clinical research opportunities.
Through Hope for Sam, the family is working to spread information about Batten disease and support other families facing rare diseases.
“Just the more you know about rare diseases, I never knew that over 300 million people worldwide live with rare diseases. And that means there’s less access to care because people aren’t researching it and not as many people have it. So the more information that’s out there, we feel is the better,” Jordan Stockton said.
There are 13 known types of Batten disease, and there is no cure. Researchers estimate the disease affects about two to four out of every 100,000 births in the United States.
The Stockton family says they have found support through the Batten Disease Support, Research and Advocacy Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to helping families navigate the disease while providing resources.
More information and donation details are available at this link.
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