Public Policy Tipoffs Involving South Carolina
100 Organizations Urge FAA to Mandate FDA-Approved Seizure Rescue Medications in Airline Emergency Kits
WASHINGTON, Oct. 9 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
October 5, 2026
Dr. Charles Mathers
Office of Aerospace Medicine, Federal Aviation Administration
800 Independence Avenue SW
Washington, DC 20591
Re: Docket No. FAA-2026-9178; Notice No. 26-12; RIN 2120-AM18 - Improving Emergency Medical Kit Efficacy and Flexibility in Commercial Airline Operations
Dear Dr. Mathers:
T
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Acting Alaska Attorney General Cori Mills Seeks Court Approval for Settlements With Ascend, Citron and Mayne Over Conspiracy to Inflate Prices and Limit Competition
JUNEAU, Alaska, Oct. 10 -- The Alaska Department of Law issued the following news release:
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Acting Alaska Attorney General Cori Mills Seeks Court Approval for Settlements with Ascend, Citron and Mayne Over Conspiracy to Inflate Prices and Limit Competition
October 9, 2026
(Juneau, AK) - Acting Alaska Attorney General Cori Mills has joined a coalition of 45 states and territories seeking court approval of three settlements with Ascend Laboratories, Citron Pharma and Mayne Pharma to resol
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Alfa Laval Urges Exclusion of Heat Exchange Unit Parts From Section 232 Duties to Support U S Infrastructure and Technology Development
WASHINGTON, Oct. 9 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Classified by Alfa Laval as: Business
Bureau of Industry and Security
Mr. Stephen Astle
Director, Defense Industrial Base Division
Office of Strategic Industries and Economic Security
U.S. Department of Commerce
Alfa Laval Inc.
5400 International Trade Drive
Richmond, Virginia 23231
https://www.alfalaval.us
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Alumni awards 2026
COLUMBIA, South Carolina, Oct. 9 -- The University of South Carolina posted the following news:
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Alumni awards 2026
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Camera pans from an overhead view of campus to a view of a statue through a crowd to a shot of a building to a view of a fountain to a receding view of the USC smokestack.
Each year, the University of South Carolina celebrates exemplary alumni and friends with six key awards. Bestowed by the Alumni Association, the awards reflect the values that define the Gamecock comm
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At the intersection of art and service
WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, Oct. 9 -- William and Mary posted the following news:
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At the intersection of art and service
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The following story originally appeared on the W&M Alumni Magazine website as an online exclusive. - Ed.
Cadets at The Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina, who minor in fine arts can be seen wearing a patch on their uniform that combines the sharp, structured silhouette of The Citadel's iconic architecture with the swirling yellows and blues of Vincent van
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Attorney General Brown Seeks Court Approval for Multistate Settlements With Ascend, Citron and Mayne Over Conspiracy to Inflate Prices and Limit Competition
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Oct. 9 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Brown Seeks Court Approval for Multistate Settlements with Ascend, Citron and Mayne Over Conspiracy to Inflate Prices and Limit Competition
10/9/2026
BALTIMORE, MD - Attorney General Anthony G. Brown joined a coalition of 45 states and territories seeking court approval of three settlements with Ascend Laboratories, Citron Pharma, and Mayne Pharma to resolve all
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Beaufort-Jasper Economic Opportunity Commission Warns Against Reducing Staffing and Funding Limits
WASHINGTON, Oct. 9 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
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Administration for Children and Families
Office of Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
330 C Street SW
Washington, DC 20201
Re: Reducing Federal Burden for Head Start Programs, RIN 0970-AD30
Dear Assistant Secretary Adams and Director White:
Beaufort-Jasper Econ
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Congresswoman Nancy Mace Statement on the Third Anniversary of October 7
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- Rep. Nancy Mace, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release:
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Congresswoman Nancy Mace Statement on the Third Anniversary of October 7
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CHARLESTON, S.C. (Oct. 7, 2026) - Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace released the following statement on the third anniversary of the Hamas terrorist attacks on Israel:
"Three years ago, Hamas terrorists murdered over 1,200 men, women, and children in Israel, including 49 Americans, and dragged 251 hostages into Gaza. It wa
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FDA Recall Notice: Krasnyi Oktyabr Recalls Starfish Seafood Trio Because of Possible Health Risk
WASHINGTON, Oct. 10 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following recall notice:
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Krasnyi Oktyabr Inc. Recalls Starfish Seafood Trio Because of Possible Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date: October 09, 2026
FDA Publish Date: October 09, 2026
Product Type: Food & Beverages
Foodborne Illness
Reason for Announcement: Potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes
Company Name: Krasnyi Oktyabr Inc.
Brand Name:
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HOLA's Chief of Staff Giselle Osorio-Beltran finds community, then helps build it for others
GREENVILLE, South Carolina, Oct. 9 -- Furman University posted the following news:
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HOLA's Chief of Staff Giselle Osorio-Beltran finds community, then helps build it for others
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Greenville native and Furman senior, Giselle Osorio-Beltran '27 first learned about HOLA (Hispanic Outreach and Latinx Awareness) while attending Furman Forward as a high school student. During a student panel, she listened as a HOLA member spoke about their involvement with the group and filed it away for the
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Josh Lang T'27 Found Answers, Global Community at Drew Theological School
MADISON, New Jersey, Oct. 10 -- Drew University posted the following news:
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Josh Lang T'27 Found Answers, Global Community at Drew Theological School
"I came here trying to figure out where God was leading me, and I believe Drew has been an important part of helping me discover and prepare for that calling."
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October 2026 - Joshua Lang T'27 came to Drew Theological School knowing he wanted to study scripture, theology, and ministry, but with unanswered questions as to the specific dir
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Legal Defense Fund Opposes Proposed Head Start Regulations Threatening Service Quality
WASHINGTON, Oct. 9 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
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October 6, 2026
Adam N. Jones
Administration for Children and Families
Department of Health and Human Services
330 C St. SW
Washington, DC 20201
RE: Reducing Federal Burden for Head Start Programs, RIN 0970-AD30
Dear Mr. Jones,
The Legal Defense Fund (LDF) submits the following comment strongly opposing t
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New MUSC College of Health Professions building advances education and rehabilitation research
CHARLESTON, South Carolina, Oct. 9 -- The Medical University of South Carolina issued the following news release:
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New MUSC College of Health Professions building advances education and rehabilitation research
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CHARLESTON, S.C. (Oct. 9, 2026) - The Medical University of South Carolina's College of Health Professions (CHP) celebrated the grand opening of CHP-D, a new six-story facility that reflects the college's continued growth and strengthens its ability to educate future health prof
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New tool to protect South Carolina's Carolina Bays
CLEMSON, South Carolina, Oct. 9 -- Clemson University posted the following news:
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New tool to protect South Carolina's Carolina Bays
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As development and land-use changes put pressure on South Carolina's wetlands, Clemson University scientists are building a tool to help identify which Carolina Bays offer the greatest ecological value and should be prioritized for conservation.
Jim Anderson, director of Clemson's James C. Kennedy Waterfowl and Wetlands Conservation Center at the Baruch
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Obatala Sciences Selects Charleston County for First East Coast Operation
COLUMBIA, South Carolina, Oct. 10 -- The South Carolina Department of Commerce posted the following news from Obatala Sciences:
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Obatala Sciences selects Charleston County for first East Coast operation
October 8, 2026
$656,000 investment will create 46 new jobs and training opportunities
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COLUMBIA, S.C. -- Obatala Sciences (Obatala), a biotechnology company, today announced it selects Charleston County for its first East Coast operation. The company's $656,000 investment will create
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Paws and Order: Lander Police Officer Helps to Bring Four-Legged Fugitive Home
GREENWOOD, South Carolina, Oct. 9 -- Lander University posted the following news:
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Paws and Order: Lander Police Officer Helps to Bring Four-Legged Fugitive Home
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GREENWOOD, S.C.-- The charges could have been serious: unlawful roaming for wandering the streets without adult supervision, failure to obey commands for ignoring repeated orders to "come here" and even public nuisance by causing widespread concern among family and friends.
Fortunately for Penny Eller, a girl who just wanted
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Presbyterian College Alumna Liz Wolverton '96 to Deliver 2026-27 Vance Lecture on Nov. 9
CLINTON, South Carolina, Oct. 10 -- Presbyterian College posted the following news:
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Presbyterian College alumna Liz Wolverton '96 to deliver 2026-27 Vance Lecture on Nov. 9
October 8, 2026
Accomplished banking executive to discuss ethical business leadership as annual lecture honors legacy of Clinton businessman Robert M. Vance
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Presbyterian College will welcome distinguished alumna and banking executive Liz Wolverton '96 back to campus Monday, Nov. 9, as the featured speaker for th
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S.D. A.G. Jackley Joins Coalition in Concern About TP-Link's China Ties
PIERRE, South Dakota, Oct. 7 (TNSida) -- South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Jackley Joins Coalition in Concern About TP-Link's China Ties
Oct. 7, 2026
PIERRE, S.D. - South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has joined 20 other Attorneys General in sending a letter to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regarding TP-Link's request for conditional approval to sell new router models in the United States.
"TP-Link has
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S.D. A.G. Jackley Settles With Three Additional Generic Drug Companies on Price Fixing
PIERRE, South Dakota, Oct. 10 -- South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Jackley Settles with Three Additional Generic Drug Companies on Price Fixing
Oct. 8, 2026
PIERRE, S.D. - South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has joined 45 states and territories in seeking court approval of three settlements with Ascend Laboratories, Citron Pharma and Mayne Pharma to resolve allegations that the generic drug manufacturers engaged in a
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Samford's Healthcare Administration Program Prepares Students for Professional Leadership
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, Oct. 8 -- Samford University posted the following news release:
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Samford's Healthcare Administration Program Prepares Students for Professional Leadership
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Through coursework, internships and professional experiences, Samford's healthcare administration program gives students a strong foundation for careers in healthcare.
Samford University's Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration prepares students for leadership roles across the healthcare industry thro
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SC State police chief emphasizes scooter safety, plans increased enforcement
ORANGEBURG, South Carolina, Oct. 9 -- South Carolina State University posted the following news:
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SC State police chief emphasizes scooter safety, plans increased enforcement
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Growing popularity of motorized scooters brings new challenges for campus
Editor's Note: Jalyn Woodbury is an SC State journalism student completing her practicum with the Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing.
ORANGEBURG, S.C. -- South Carolina State University intends to increase enforcement of mot
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SC State waives graduate application fees, test score requirements for Spring 2027 admission
ORANGEBURG, South Carolina, Oct. 9 -- South Carolina State University posted the following news:
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SC State waives graduate application fees, test score requirements for Spring 2027 admission
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ORANGEBURG, S.C. -- South Carolina State University will waive graduate application fees and GRE and GMAT score requirements for prospective students seeking admission for the Spring 2027 semester.
The waivers take effect Oct. 15, 2026, as part of an initiative by SC State's Office of Graduate Se
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South Carolina faces a dementia crisis. USC is bringing neuroscience experts together to help.
COLUMBIA, South Carolina, Oct. 9 -- The University of South Carolina posted the following news:
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South Carolina faces a dementia crisis. USC is bringing neuroscience experts together to help.
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A short video loop featuring the attendees and presenters at USC's Brain health symposium
South Carolina is the "buckle of the stroke belt," explained Dr. Adnan Siddiqui.
The belt is a swath of Southeastern states where incidences of and death from stroke are much higher than the rest of the co
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Syracuse University: Burton Blatt Institute Wins Two National Grants Totaling $4.5 Million
SYRACUSE, New York, Oct. 10 -- Syracuse University issued the following news:
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Burton Blatt Institute Wins Two National Grants Totaling $4.5 Million
The awards will bring a significant infusion of new research, education and outreach activity.
Wendy S. Loughlin
Oct. 9, 2026
The Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) has been awarded two competitive grants from the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living and Rehabilitation Research, part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human S
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UAMS Announces Members of Jefferson Regional Association Board
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Oct. 9 -- The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences issued the following news release:
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UAMS Announces Members of Jefferson Regional Association Board
Oct. 9, 2026 | LITTLE ROCK -- The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has named six community leaders to the Jefferson Regional Association Board.
Joining UAMS Chancellor C. Lowry Barnes, M.D., who will serve as chair of the board, are David R. Bridgforth, George Makris, Toni Middleton, M.D., Ch
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UK partners with regional universities in super intelligence computing consortium
LEXINGTON, Kentucky, Oct. 9 -- The University of Kentucky posted the following news:
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UK partners with regional universities in super intelligence computing consortium
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At the "Science: A New Golden Age Summit" in Washington, D.C. Oct. 8, the White House announced the Southeast Regional SI Computing Consortium, bringing together 15 universities across 10 states to build and share leadership-class compute infrastructure for scientific research.
In addition to the University of Kentucky
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Working at Local Museum Uncovers Alumna's Family History, Inspires Research
MILLERSVILLE, Pennsylvania, Oct. 9 -- Millersville University posted the following news:
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Working at Local Museum Uncovers Alumna's Family History, Inspires Research
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When Shianne Hargrove '17 was a senior at Millersville, completing her bachelor's degree in communication studies with a minor in international studies, she made a decision that her academic advisor didn't support: She added another minor.
While this may have seemed like a bad idea at the time - possibly pushing back her
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