SUMMARY: BabyCenter’s 2025 list highlights baby names at risk of going extinct, showing a significant decline in popularity. Names like “Jamie” and “Jamal” dropped the most, falling 320 and 433 spots, respectively, from the previous year. Other names for girls and boys, such as “Remy,” “Katie,” “Emery,” and “Esteban,” also saw significant decreases. Baby-naming consultant Colleen Slagen notes that trendy names often crash in popularity, advising against choosing names that rapidly rise in rankings. She highlights “Everly,” which spiked in popularity but may soon fade. More details are available at BabyCenter.com.

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SUMMARY: Since October 7, 2024, Augusta’s debris contractor, Ceres, has collected nearly 2.4 million cubic yards of vegetative debris and is nearing the end of the initial pass. Upcoming final pass details will identify zones for debris removal, starting next week with specific voting precincts. Residents should place debris in the right-of-way without mixing it with household waste, as mixed piles will not be collected. Smaller piles should be consolidated into larger ones, and items like stumps and root balls will be collected separately. For additional guidance, residents can visit augostaga.gov or contact Augusta 311.

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SUMMARY: A U-Haul study reveals that South Carolina is growing faster than any other state, with significant population increases and net gains in one-way movers. The state’s appeal includes its southern charm, history, beaches, mountains, and a 7% lower cost of living. Greenville, a major draw, sees 28 new residents daily, with expectations of 250,000 more in 20 years. Demand for housing has led to rising prices. People are attracted by job opportunities in tech and manufacturing, with companies like Boeing and BMW contributing. Economic development in Spartanburg and Anderson counties has also spurred job growth and investments.

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