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Adjuctant General Maj. Gen. Robert Livingston campaigns for reelection

SOUTH CAROLINA–Maj. Gen. Robert E. Livingston Jr., South Carolina Adjutant General, is campaigning for reelection. He is opposed by former army officer and current airline pilot, William Breazeale. Since 2010, commanding over 10,000 military staff members, Livingston has held the responsibility of overseeing the state Army National Guard, Air National Guard, Emergency Management Division, Youth Challenge and Americorps. Livingston appeared […]

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SC Governor candidate Tom Ervin discusses stance on state issues

SOUTH CAROLINA–Tom Ervin, who is running as an Independent candidate for SC governor, recently talked with The Bryan Crabtree Show to discuss his stance on various state issues. Ervin is a Republican, but is running as an Independent in hopes of surpassing Governor Haley. On the show, Ervin called Governor Haley out on a few state issues, one of which […]

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Moncks Corner mayor meets with Sanford, discusses “big rig” concerns

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Moncks Corner Mayor William W. Peagler III is one of the latest South Carolina officials weighing in on the re-authorization of The Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century highway funding act, otherwise known as MAP-21.  This act would allow larger trucks to carry freight on national highways. Congress has debated on whether or not to allow […]

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Det Bowers rushes primary for Graham’s senate seat with homegrown money tree

As the countdown to June 10 and South Carolina’s Republican primary election approaches, Colombia Pastor, Det Bowers is one of the more financially viable challengers hoping to unseat incumbent Sen. Lindsey Graham. Bowers’ war chest has gained over $400,000, of which 96% has been raised in contributions strictly from South Carolina, showing the populist support garnered in his push to […]

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Lt. Colonel James Breazeale fights for the position of Adjutant General

Recently, Lt. Col. James Breazeale called into The Bryan Crabtree Show, WQSC 1340 AM, to discuss his candidacy for Adjutant General of South Carolina.  He is up against incumbent, General Bob Livingston. “I’m not running against Bob Livingston, I’m running for the people of South Carolina, and he happens to be my opponent,” said Breazeale. Breazeale, who lives in Florence, […]

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Voters re-elect Michael Heitzler as Goose Creek mayor

After a heated race between longtime mayor, Michael Heitzler, and current city councilman, Jerry Tekac, voters have once again re-elected Heitzler as Goose Creek’s mayor. “It’s overwhelming.  You work very, very hard,” said Heitzler after winning the election. Heitzler ran as part of a team, joined by Mark Phillips, Debra Green-Fletcher and Kimo Esarey.  All three were elected to city […]

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General election for town of Bonneau canceled

BONNEAU, S.C.–The general election for the town of Bonneau won’t be taking place after all.  It was originally scheduled for May 13th. According to the municipal election commission for the town, the election was canceled after it was determined that only one candidate filed for each of the seats available. Because no one has challenged the two council member candidates […]

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Bill would regulate the amount of blue catfish taken from the lake

A bill has passed through the South Carolina House of Representatives, 103-4, that will prevent fisherman from over fishing the blue catfish. “The blue catfish are not regulated by the Department of Natural Resources, what we are doing is trying to regulate how many you can take out,” said Rep. Edward Southard of Berkeley County. The bill will prevent anyone […]

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Matt Smoak on why he’s running for sheriff

Open letter from Matt Smoak (candidate for Berkeley Co. Sheriff): This year provides a pivotal opportunity for the residents of Berkeley County to make necessary changes in leadership. On June 10, Berkeley County will have a primary election to select the final candidates for the November election. There are many current and challengers for many different seats within Berkeley County, […]

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Jerry Tekac on his commitment to the golf course

Open letter from Jerry Tekac, Goose Creek mayoral candidate: It is my understanding that my opponent has questioned and continues to question my commitment to our golf course. While I find it really comical I wanted to set the record accurately. I’ve been a member of the golf course since 2003, and as this sheet indicates I have spent over […]