
Patrick McCreless
Service Journalism Editor at The State
Service journalism editor for The State, covering interesting topics in Columbia and across South Carolina.
Articles
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2 days ago |
thestate.com | Patrick McCreless
South Carolina gas prices have risen over the past week. NATHAN J. FISH/THE OKLAHOMAN South Carolina gas prices have risen over the past week as conflict has escalated in the Middle East. According to AAA, a gallon of regular gasoline cost $2.913 on average in South Carolina on Tuesday, up $0.051 from $2.862 a week earlier. Prices are also up $0.133 from $2.780 a gallon a month ago.
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3 days ago |
scnow.com | Patrick McCreless
If you’re planning to renew your driver’s license or ID Card in South Carolina this fall, prepare for some changes. The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles is set to issue redesigned driver’s licenses, beginner’s permits and identification cards this fall, a press release states. The new cards will be made of upgraded materials and feature advanced security features to better safeguard customer identities and personal information.
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3 days ago |
thestate.com | Patrick McCreless
An example of current REAL ID South Carolina driver’s license. South Carolina driver’s licenses will be upgraded soon. Here’s what to know. SCDMV If you’re planning to renew your driver’s license or ID Card in South Carolina this fall, prepare for some changes. The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles is set to issue redesigned driver’s licenses, beginner’s permits and identification cards this fall, a press release states.
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6 days ago |
thestate.com | Patrick McCreless
Temperatures could hit the triple digits in parts of South Carolina soon. Here’s what to know. iStockphoto Getty Images Anyone living in the Midlands may want to avoid any significant outdoor activities next week. According to the National Weather Service, thermometers could push past 100 degrees in much of central South Carolina next week.
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1 week ago |
thestate.com | Patrick McCreless
Here are 10 of the best seafood places in South Carolina, according to Southern Living. Bud Kennedy [email protected] Have you decided on where you’re eating out tonight? It’s an age-old question — one that’s often hard to answer — particularly in a state like South Carolina that’s full of top-tier local cuisine. The Palmetto State is known particularly for its distinctive style of barbecue. However, foodies shouldn’t sleep on the seafood dishes the state has to offer either.
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