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Australian police arrest 7 alleged teen extremists linked to stabbing of a bishop in a Sydney church
SYDNEY (AP) — Australian police arrested seven teenagers accused of following a violent extremist ideology in raids across Sydney on Wednesday, as a judge extended a ban on social media … more
South Carolina Senate approves $15.4B budget after debate on bathrooms and conference switching
COLUMBIA (AP) — The South Carolina Senate approved its budget Wednesday after debating items like requiring school children use the bathrooms of their sex assigned at birth and whether … more
Over 100 pilot whales beached on western Australian coast have been rescued, officials say
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — More than 100 long-finned pilot whales that beached on the western Australian coast Thursday have returned to sea, while 29 died on the shore, officials said. Ships … more
Hamas official says group would lay down its arms if an independent Palestinian state is established
ISTANBUL (AP) — A top Hamas political official told The Associated Press the Islamic militant group is willing to agree to a truce of five years or more with Israel and that it would lay down … more
U.S. growth slowed sharply last quarter to 1.6% pace, reflecting an economy pressured by high rates
WASHINGTON (AP) — The nation's economy slowed last quarter, growing at an annual rate of 1.6% in a sign that the high interest rates may be taking a toll on borrowing and spending. Thursday's … more
Dear Abby, April 25, 2024: Two daughters make clear whose side they've taken
DEAR ABBY: I have been divorced for nine years. Before that I was a stay-at-home mom raising four children. I had an in-home business, and most of the money went to our family's needs. My husband … more
RUTH MAE DAVIS
Ruth Mae Davis, 88, daughter of the late Moultrie Brogdon and Gardenia Canty Brogdon, was born on Sept. 7, 1935, in Sumter. She departed this life on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at Spotsylvania Regional … more
SHARON KAY LLOYD RAY
Sharon Kay Lloyd Ray, 82, wife of Roger L. Ray, died Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital. Born in Huntington, West Virginia, she was a daughter of the late Charles Lloyd and … more
Ukraine uses long-range missiles secretly provided by US to hit Russian-held areas, officials say
WASHINGTON (AP) — Ukraine for the first time has begun using long-range ballistic missiles provided secretly by the United States, bombing a Russian military airfield in Crimea last week and … more
Crestwood’s Rouse signs to continue softball career at Winston-Salem State
Crestwood’s Laniya Rouse put pen to paper on Tuesday, signing to continue her softball career at Winston-Salem State. “It feels great,” she said simply. Rouse has been a standout at … more
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Supreme Court appears skeptical that state abortion bans conflict with federal health care law
WASHINGTON (AP) — Conservative Supreme Court justices appeared skeptical Wednesday that state abortion bans after their sweeping ruling overturning Roe v. Wade violate federal healthcare law, … more
South Carolina Senate wants accelerated income tax cut while House looks at property tax rebate
COLUMBIA (AP) — The South Carolina Senate started debating a budget Tuesday that accelerates a planned income tax cut instead of the House plan to use $500 million to give homeowners a one-time … more
U.S. banning TikTok? Your key questions answered
No, TikTok will not suddenly disappear from your phone. Nor will you go to jail if you continue using it after it is banned. After years of attempts to ban the Chinese-owned app, including by former … more
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Biden's long fight with Republicans over Ukraine aid has ended, but significant damage has been done
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden's long, painful battle with Republicans in Congress to secure urgently needed assistance for Ukraine will end Wednesday when he signs into law a $95 … more
Blinken begins key China visit as tensions rise over new US foreign aid bill
SHANGHAI (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has begun a critical trip to China armed with a strengthened diplomatic hand following Senate approval of a foreign aid package that will … more
Supreme Court will consider when doctors can provide emergency abortions in states with bans
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court will consider Wednesday when doctors can provide abortions during medical emergencies in states with bans enacted after the high court's sweeping decision … more
CareSouth Carolina to host Community Health Fair in Bishopville
BISHOPVILLE — CareSouth Carolina will hold a Community Health Fair from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, April 27, at the Bishopville High Memorial Gym, 121 E. College St. The aim of the event … more
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Editorial cartoon: Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Church news: Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Love Covenant Church, 245 Oswego Highway, announces: - Saturday, May 4 - A free yard sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Clothing, shoes, household items and furniture will be available. Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 325 W. Fulton … more
Dear Abby, April 24, 2024: Flurry of new sounds drifts through quiet neighborhood
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I live in a lovely older neighborhood and have enjoyed wonderful neighbors over many years. The homes are close together with windows often left open in spring, summer and fall, as large shade trees keep our homes … more
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