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An 18-year-old woman from Idaho has been arrested after allegedly leaving a deceased infant in a Safe Haven Baby Box at a local hospital. Authorities identified the suspect as Angel N. Newberry, who was taken into custody for not reporting a death to police or the coroner. She is now being held at the Bingham County Jail. The Safe Haven Baby Box program allows parents to surrender newborns, aged 30 days or younger, safely and anonymously, as long as the child is unharmed. However, leaving behind a harmed or deceased infant is not protected under this law. Police began their…

CLINTON, S.C. — The Presbyterian College football team wrapped up their 2024 season on a high note, defeating #23 Butler 30-27 in an exciting finale on Saturday afternoon. Quante Jennings delivered a standout performance in his final game, while fellow senior Worth Warner contributed two touchdowns to the victory. Under the leadership of head coach Steve Englehart, the Blue Hose ended the season with an impressive six wins, marking their best season in a decade. This victory also marked a significant milestone, as it was the first time the team defeated a nationally-ranked opponent during their time in the Pioneer…

SPARTANBURG, S.C. – The Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office recently shared details about the results of Operation Rolling Thunder, which took place in November. This operation brought together various agencies from different counties to tackle drug trafficking on some of the busiest highways. Sheriff Chuck Wright reported that this year, authorities seized over 300 pounds of marijuana, along with 31 pounds of THC. Additionally, around $100,000 in cash was confiscated during the operation. Sheriff Wright emphasized the significance of these seizures, noting that about 90 percent of the drugs intercepted were intended for the local area rather than merely passing through.…

President Biden is making attempts to cancel more student debt before his term ends, as he faces prolonged challenges in his effort to erase billions of dollars in student loans. Recently, the Department of Education released a rule that extends the deadline for borrowers to sign up for long-term repayment plans, allowing borrowers more time to enroll in programs that could lead to loan forgiveness. This new provision modifies the Income Contingent Repayment (ICR) plan, extending the enrollment deadline from July 2024 to July 2027. However, these new regulations will not take effect until July 2026, which means that the…

SusMaTech has launched its first synthetic laboratory at the Spark Space within the Spartanburg Community College Downtown Campus. This company aims to replace nonrenewable specialty chemicals with environmentally friendly alternatives. Owner Russell Stapleton expressed excitement about the new facility, stating, “We are thrilled to unveil our first R&D laboratory here in downtown Spartanburg. This unique space is an ideal location to develop new technologies and the talent needed for the success of SusMaTech. We aim to build upon the strong materials science and manufacturing base that already exists here in Spartanburg by injecting new technologies and developing greener options for…

Votes have been tallied in Greenville, South Carolina, for key primary runoffs in the region. One of the standout races was for the Republican nomination in the 3rd District U.S. House contest. In a competitive match, Sherri Biggs emerged as the winner over Mark Burns. In addition to the congressional race, voters also made their choices for various Statehouse and County Council positions. Some of the notable races included: U.S. House District 3 (Republican): Sherri Biggs faced off against Mark Burns. Biggs, who is a lieutenant colonel in the Air National Guard, received the endorsement from Governor Henry McMaster and…

COLUMBIA, S.C. — LaNorris Sellers led No. 19 South Carolina to a dominant 56-12 victory over Wofford on Saturday night, throwing for 307 yards and three touchdowns while completing 23 of 27 passes. Despite a few mistakes, including two turnovers and some penalties, the Gamecocks wrapped up the game without any serious injuries and let many starters rest for most of the fourth quarter. The redshirt freshman Sellers is making a name for himself as one of the top quarterbacks in the conference. He showed good mobility, averaging over 4 yards on his 13 rushing attempts. Raheim Sanders contributed with…

The owners of a Colorado funeral home have entered guilty pleas amid shocking allegations of mishandling bodies. Jon and Carie Hallford, who run the Return to Nature Funeral Home in Colorado Springs, pleaded guilty to 191 counts of abuse concerning corpses. This disturbing case has drawn strong reactions from the community and the families affected. During a court hearing, prosecutor Rachael Powell described the appalling conditions found at the funeral home, stating that bodies were left on the floor, piled on shelves, and crammed into rooms without proper care. The outrage from families is palpable, especially from those who lost…

A tragic airplane crash occurred on Saturday morning in Colorado, resulting in the deaths of two individuals and leaving a third person severely injured, according to local authorities. The accident involved a Civil Air Patrol Cessna 182 that was engaged in a search and rescue training exercise when it went down in a wooded area of Larimer County. Maj. Gen. Regena Aye, the national commander of the Civil Air Patrol, expressed deep condolences to the families and friends affected by this sad event. “Our members serve because they care about America’s communities. Our people are our most important resource, and…

Chesnee High School celebrated another major victory this weekend, clinching the Class AAA state championship in competitive cheer. The event took place at Colonial Life Arena, marking Chesnee’s fifth championship win overall, with their last title secured in 2019. The Eagles previously placed second in 2022 and 2023. In other competitive cheer highlights, several Upstate teams performed well in the state finals. Chapman ranked fourth with a score of 250 points, closely followed by Belton-Honea Path in fifth with 248 points, and Mountain View Prep in sixth with 204.5 points. Liberty secured eighth place with 199 points, while Powdersville finished…