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Darlington mayor campaigning for mayor-strong government to tackle city issues

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2 months ago

May 19, 2025

www.youtube.com – WPDE ABC15 – 2025-05-19 07:32:08

SUMMARY: Darlington Mayor Curtis Boyd is campaigning to change the city’s government from a council-manager system to a mayor-strong system, aiming to gain more power to address city issues. Boyd argues citizens expect the mayor to lead and fix problems efficiently, which the current setup limits. Under the proposed change, Boyd would assume city manager duties and directly manage staff. Community activist Damen Prince and Councilwoman Sheila Bakis express concerns about the concentration of power in one person. Boyd is nearly halfway to gathering enough petitions for a special election, which could take several months before residents vote on the measure.

For the last several weeks, Darlington’s mayor has been knocking on doors to collect signatures on petitions to change the city’s …

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South Carolina lawmakers react as House approves Trump’s sweeping economic package

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3 hours ago

July 4, 2025

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www.abccolumbia.com – ABC Team – 2025-07-04 10:02:00

SUMMARY: House Republicans narrowly passed President Donald Trump’s $4.5 trillion tax breaks and spending cuts bill, dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” with a 218-214 vote after an 8.5-hour speech by Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries opposing it. The legislation includes tax cuts, spending reductions, Medicaid cuts, rollback of solar energy credits, and increased defense and deportation funding. Supporters like Reps. Nancy Mace and Joe Wilson praised it as a promise kept and a new era of prosperity. Critics, including Rep. James Clyburn, condemned it as favoring the wealthy while harming healthcare and increasing debt. Trump is expected to sign it into law soon.

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RCSD: Former county council member arrested

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1 day ago

July 3, 2025

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www.abccolumbia.com – Tiffany Rigby – 2025-07-03 10:17:00

SUMMARY: Former Richland County Council member Anthony “Tony” Mizzell was arrested on June 29 after deputies observed his speeding Cadillac and initiated a traffic stop. Mizzell fled, claiming his daughter had a medical emergency, but deputies found no medical issues at the home he stopped at. The homeowner presented text messages and recordings of Mizzell threatening her. Two weapons were found in his vehicle. Mizzell became combative and threatened a deputy before being checked by EMS. Charged with failure to stop, reckless driving, third-degree domestic violence, and threatening a public official, he was later released on surety bonds.

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‘It bottlenecks every day’: Hwy. 17 construction frustrates Myrtle Beach drivers

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1 day ago

July 3, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WPDE ABC15 – 2025-07-03 05:08:11

SUMMARY: Drivers in Myrtle Beach are frustrated with ongoing construction on the U.S. 17 bypass, causing daily traffic bottlenecks and long backups, especially during rush hour. The project, which began in July 2022, aims to widen the highway from two to three lanes over a mile and a half stretch but has dragged on for nearly three years. Locals report painful detours, lane reductions, and slowed speed limits without visible progress, leading many to avoid the area entirely. Businesses near the construction, like Joe’s Airport Diner, are also affected. Officials have yet to provide an updated timeline.

Drivers navigating the Highway 17 Bypass near Myrtle Beach Airport (MYR) are expressing frustration over ongoing road construction that has persisted for years.

Many locals said they avoid the area unless absolutely necessary due to the traffic congestion:

“The road getting here is terrible,” said Joe Sidoni.

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