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🏛️ The South Carolina Senate reverses course on THC drink rules, offering some relief to retailers. There are eight weeks and 24 days left until sine die on May 14, with more breaks expected in April. bit.ly/4lJGqGO

🎬 Experience "Our Story, Too" on the big screen! Join us at the Newberry Opera House on April 21 for a special screening of the documentary highlighting South Carolina’s hidden Revolutionary War stories. bit.ly/4cP6LAS

⛽ @AAAnews reports gas prices rising to an average of $3.52 a gallon, up more than 25 cents from last week but still below the national average. 🌲 Collum Lumber Products named 2026 Agribusiness of the Year. 📺 Tune in Friday at 7:30 p.m. for a new “This Week in South Carolina.”

🏛️The Senate vote on the hemp bill failed, but GOP leaders say the legislation isn’t dead yet. Lawmakers may revisit the issue in the coming weeks. #TheGavel bit.ly/4uK4n54

The @UofSC has cut the ribbon on its new Brain Health Center, marking a major step forward in care and research. Patients can begin appointments this spring, with services including infusion therapy and brain imaging. bit.ly/4sVsRpV

Premiere Alert! "Our Story, Too" — exploring the untold contributions of women, Native Americans and African Americans in the Revolutionary War — airs tonight at 8 p.m. on SCETV! Thanks to @SCAmRev250 for helping share these powerful stories. Learn more: bit.ly/4rzVYy5

🧠 The @UofSC opened a new Brain Health Center. 🏛️ The South Carolina Senate passed an amendment requiring Dr. Edward Simmer to vacate his role as health director. 🌿 The State Committee approved a resolution calling for a statewide ban on hemp-derived products.

The @SC_DPH reports one new measles case as spread in South Carolina continues to slow. State epidemiologist Linda Bell warns a possible surge could follow spring break travel, though total cases remain below 1,000 for now. bit.ly/4lGEoaA

🏛️The Senate has voted to push out the interim public health chief as tax conformity legislation continues to advance. Lawmakers return at 1 p.m., with a potentially long day ahead as they debate consumable hemp legislation. #TheGavel bit.ly/4bxzcB1

🏛️ The South Carolina House is on furlough after passing the state budget last week. 🗳️ Dozens of candidates filed for office, including Sen. @LindseyGrahamSC seeking a fifth term. ⚖️ Former state Rep. RJ May has been relocated to a federal prison in Pennsylvania.

🏛️ New candidates are entering the 2026 governor’s race as filing officially opens, while hemp legislation is expected to take center stage in week 10. The Senate gavels in at noon, and the House is off this week after wrapping up the budget and tax bills. bit.ly/3NtO8rU

The @CityofColumbia is seeking resident input on the Riverfront District project, which aims to better connect Columbia’s riverfront areas. The first public meeting in the community engagement series is set for April 1. bit.ly/4bLHC99

🍀 Happy St. Patrick's Day! Wishing everyone a day filled with luck, laughter and a little extra green. Whether you’re celebrating with friends, family or at a local festival, enjoy the spirit of the day! ☘️

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Dillon, Florence, Horry and Marion County until 7:30pm. Details at bit.ly/427ZNyo #SCWX

The @DukeEnergy Foundation is offering $500k in emergency preparedness grants for agencies and nonprofits in South Carolina. Now in its fifth year, the program has awarded 137 microgrants since launching in 2022 to help communities prepare for emergencies. bit.ly/4lzrtXF

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Dillon, Florence, Marion and Marlboro County until 6:45pm. Details at bit.ly/427ZNyo #SCWX

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Horry County until 3:45pm. Details at bit.ly/427ZNyo #SCWX

Tornado Warning for Georgetown County until 3:15pm. Details at bit.ly/427ZNyo #SCWX

🗳️ Election filing opens today in South Carolina. Candidates seeking federal, statewide, South Carolina House of Representatives and some local offices can begin filing to appear on the June 9 primary ballot. bit.ly/4bJh34q

Tornado Watch for Dillon, Florence, Georgetown, Horry, Marion and Williamsburg County until 8:00pm. Details at bit.ly/427ZNyo #SCWX