WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news: * * * Army Enhancing Soldier Experience Through Improved Dining Options * Food is an essential part of everyday life, and that is no different for warfighters. Fueling soldiers to fight and win our nation's wars is a top priority, and the Army has several initiatives underway to ensure consistent access to healthy, affordable food. "The Army is focused on creating a positive seismic shift in food service operations  more

COLUMBIA, South Carolina, Jan. 9 -- South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson issued the following news: * * * Attorney General Alan Wilson fights against burdensome gun restrictions * (COLUMBIA, S.C.) - Attorney General Alan Wilson joined two friend-of-the-court briefs opposing laws that curb the Second Amendment rights of citizens in two states. California law requires a background check every time an individual purchases ammunition, and an ammunition sale to a California resident must  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- Sen. Tim Scott, R-South Carolina, chairman of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 9, 2026: * * * Chairman Scott Announces Digital Asset Market Structure Markup Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott (R-S.C.) announced today that the Committee will hold a markup on comprehensive digital asset market structure legislation on January 15, 2026. "This legislation is about making America the crypto capital o  more

CLEMSON, South Carolina, Jan. 9 -- Clemson University issued the following news: * * * New dietary guidelines highlight whole foods, spark debate over fats and sweeteners The updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans outline evidence-based recommendations to support healthy eating patterns for individuals and families. * For individuals and families trying to make healthy food choices, the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, released this week, reinforce a familiar message: we should  more

ORLANDO, Florida, Jan. 9 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news: * * * Could This Be a Simple Solution to Reducing Childhood Obesity? * For decades, researchers have studied the rising rates of childhood obesity in the United States, where now one in five children are affected by epidemic. The prescription is always the same: limit screen time, eat a well-balanced diet, exercise. UCF Associate Professor Keith Brazendale believes society is overlooking a simple inter  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has published its receipt of environmental impact statements filed between December 26, 2025, and January 5, 2026. This notice, released in accordance with the Clean Air Act, highlights several key infrastructure and energy projects currently open for public review. Nuclear Power Plant Renewals The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has submitted draft supplemental reports for two major nuclear facilities seeking second license  more

KENNESAW, Georgia, Jan. 9 -- Kennesaw State University posted the following news release: * * * Esports team earns first place in two divisions at the Peach Belt Conference Championships * Kennesaw State University's Esports team brought home Peach Belt Conference wins at the Florence Esports Festival in Florence, South Carolina, in November. The Peach Belt Conference hosted tournaments across Overwatch, Rocket League, and Marvel Rivals leagues over two days. KSU sent 25 student-athletes to   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- The Federal Reserve issued the following news release: * * * Federal Reserve Board announces the designation of the Chairs and Deputy Chairs of the 12 Federal Reserve Banks for 2026 * The Federal Reserve Board on Friday announced the designation of the chairs and deputy chairs of the 12 Federal Reserve Banks for 2026. Each Reserve Bank has a nine-member board of directors, representing a wide range of business and community leaders across each regional district. By la  more

GREENVILLE, South Carolina, Jan. 9 -- Furman University posted the following news: * * * Furman alumnus Steve Grant '80 receives S.C.'s highest civilian honor * Furman University political science alumnus Steve Grant '80 has received the Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina's highest civilian honor. The award, given at the discretion of the governor, recognizes extraordinary achievement and service to the community and state. In 2012, Grant, captain of Furman Baseball 1978-1980, established  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Graham Introduces Legislation to Provide Relief to South Carolinians Affected by Hurricane Helene, Other Natural Disasters * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) this week introduced the Disaster Zone Energy Affordability and Investment Act, which aims to provide relief to South Carolinians who have been affected by Hurricane Helene or other natural disasters in the pa  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Graham Joins Republican Senators in Demanding Accountability from Tim Walz Amid Minnesota Fraud Scandal * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) joined his Republican Senate colleagues in demanding accountability from outgoing Minnesota Governor Tim Walz amid widespread reports of fraud and abuse of federal funding in Minnesota. Graham and his colleagues slammed Govern  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 (TNSFR) -- The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is requesting public feedback on a proposal to extend the operating license of the H.B. Robinson Steam Electric Plant, Unit No. 2, for an added 20 years. Located in Darlington County, South Carolina, the facility sits roughly 5 miles west-northwest of Hartsville. The agency issued a draft environmental impact statement on January 8, 2026, which outlines the potential effects of continuing operations at the site. This report includ  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Rep. Nancy Mace, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Nancy Mace Ranks 8th Out Of 435 Members Of The US House Of Representatives In First Session Of 119th Congress * WASHINGTON, D.C. (Jan. 9, 2026) Representative Nancy Mace concluded the first session of the 119th Congress with major legislative achievements, ranking among the top members of the U.S. House for legislation introduced while securing major victories for South Carolina. Rep. Mac  more

COLUMBIA, South Carolina, Jan. 10 -- The South Carolina Department of Commerce issued the following news on Jan. 9, 2026: * * * S.C. Department of Commerce announces new Marketing and Communications director Dorothy Weaver to serve as agency's chief spokesperson * The South Carolina Department of Commerce today announced that Dorothy Weaver has joined the agency as the director of marketing and communications. Weaver will lead the department's strategic marketing and communications initiati  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- Sen. Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Senate Republicans Blast Tim Walz for Rampant Child Care Fraud, Demand Accountability for American Taxpayers The entire Senate Republican Conference, led by Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee Chairman Bill Cassidy (R-Louisiana), Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Majority Leader John Thune (R-South Dakota) and Majo  more

EDGEFIELD, South Carolina, Jan. 10 -- The National Wild Turkey Federation issued the following news release: * * * Talented Craftsmanship at the Center of New NWTF Legacy Callmaker Collection Whether through articles in Turkey Call magazine, coveted recognition at the Grand National Custom Callmaking Competition or word-of-mouth within turkey hunting culture, the names of the world's most talented call makers carry deep respect, and their calls are among the most sought after. Through a new s  more

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Jan. 10 -- The West Virginia Attorney General John B. McCuskey issued the following news release: * * * West Virginia co-leads 23 States in Supreme Court brief defending farmer facing $2 million in federal fines West Virginia Attorney General JB McCuskey is co-leading with Nebraska an amicus brief defending Jeffrey Andrews, a Connecticut farmer who is facing $2 million in federal fines for allegedly violating the Clean Water Act (CWA). The amicus, or friend of the c  more

ORANGEBURG, South Carolina, Jan. 10 -- South Carolina State University issued the following news: * * * Where it all began: Yolanda Williams, SC State and the power of connection Rooted in family and focused on the future, Williams leads the SC State University National Alumni Association with resolve for student success. Author: Sam Watson, Executive Director of Strategic Communications and Marketing South Carolina State University has been part of Yolanda Williams' life for as long as she  more

GREENVILLE, South Carolina, Jan. 9 -- Furman University posted the following news: * * * Year 200: Furman University celebrates its bicentennial throughout 2026 * As Furman University's Paladins return to campus in 2026 and get their Spring semesters started, they return to a campus celebrating two centuries of achievement. Furman's Bicentennial kicks off this year during the Opening Bicentennial Convocation on Feb. 12. As one of the nation's oldest universities, Furman is entering its thi  more