The governor said his decision was based on the fact that it would raise the overall tax burden in South Carolina, as well as expanding Medicaid benefits in a way he called "irresponsible." The House later sustained the veto. More

Folly Beach City Council decided Tuesday against a citywide smoking ban, while two other Lowcountry communities — Beaufort and Walterboro — passed bans. More

In what has traditionally been Krispy Kreme territory, Dunkin' Donuts plans to open 20 more stores in the Charleston area in the next two years. More

Berkeley County Schools Superintendent Chester Floyd said Tuesday that he will retire in January, asking school board members to let him out of his contract about a year and a half early. More

Patriots Point has hired a new executive director, and he's from right here in the Lowcountry. Retired Brig. Gen. Hugh Tant III, a Mount Pleasant native, was chosen to replace David Burnette, a former Navy commander. More

The world's No. 1-ranked woman golfer, Lorena Ochoa, has dropped out of the Ginn Tribute, hosted by Annika Sorenstam, which is taking place in Mount Pleasant this week. More

One of the greatest fears in the post-9/11 world is an attack that makes its way into the U.S. through one of the nation's ports, and in Charleston, anything to do with the port is a big deal. A recent government report criticized the nation's port security efforts. But what's going on with security here in Charleston? More

The Charleston area has seven movie theaters. Most are more or less your standard fare, but we have a few thoughts. Read on to get mini-reviews, ticket prices, maps, phone numbers and showtimes. More