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finest threads in Charleston, look no further than Copper Penny - the
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We have been dressing women in Charleston for over 34 years and offer upscale
designer collections curated with a Southern eye. Here, women from around the
United States discover sophisticated, effortless beauty for every season.
Whether you're looking for a sassy new dress to impress that special someone or
the perfect outfit for your next vacation, your options are endless at Copper
Penny.

With easy-to-find locations close to Charleston's hottest spots, our curated
selection of the newest, most popular women's clothing lines reflects the
effortless glamour of Charleston. Whether you're a tidy professional or a fierce
trend-setter, our goal is to help you find the perfect look for your own unique
style. With designer brands like CK Bradley and Holst & Lee on hand year-round,
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FIND THE PERFECT DRESS TO IMPRESS

Diamonds are pretty and all, but honestly? Dresses are a girl's best friend.
Dresses are fun, comfortable, and versatile. At Copper Penny, they're also
fashionable and cute. We have a huge selection of women's dresses in Charleston,
SC, from stylistic sheath dresses to drop-waist styles that will make your
girlfriends jealous.

We offer several styles and shapes from which you can pick. Not sure what style
fits best?

It all starts at the waist:

A-LINE WAIST

These dresses are made to fit your waist and then gradually flare out towards
the hem. A-line dresses are excellent for minimizing thighs, hips, and
midsections while pulling the eyes to your bust. This style of dress is a great
fit for almost any body type. There's a reason why so many brides settle on
A-Line dresses for their big day! With plenty of varieties, this is a kind of
dress that you can wear again and again.

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EMPIRE WAIST

Like the A-Line style, empire dresses are made to fit through your bust. Rather
than creating a distinctly angular shape like the A-Line, the Empire style flows
from the bust down. This is another kind of dress that fits many body types.
From curvy to apple body shapes, the Empire draws focus to your bust and
minimizes everything else. For lovely ladies on the shorter side, this style
defines your silhouette, especially if you choose a maxi length dress.

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DROP WAIST

A throwback to the roaring 20's style flapper dresses, Drop Waist dresses look
best on lean, athletic bodies that don't have too many curves in the hip area.
The key to pulling off a Drop Waist style dress is to ensure that it's not
hugging you. This dress is best worn when it is able to hang freely on your
body.

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Once you know the kind of waist that fits your body type, it's time to find your
shape. A few of our most popular dress shapes include:

FIT & FLARE DRESSES IN CHARLESTON

WHAT IS A FIT & FLARE DRESS?

Any clothing store for women in Charleston, SC, worth its salt, will have plenty
of fit & flare dresses for you to try. This common-shaped dress is one of the
most popular on the market, mainly because they look great on every woman,
regardless of age or shape. A timeless choice, fit & flare dresses fit through
the bodice and flare out just below your hip. This helps develop a balanced,
slimming silhouette for most women. If you want to accentuate your best assets
and hide everything else, ask our experienced fashionistas to show you some the
most popular fit & flare dresses at Copper Penny.

WHAT BODY TYPES ARE BEST FOR FIT & FLARE?

Time to start doing your happy dance! Fit & flare dresses have very balanced
proportions, making them a true winner for every body type. Women with athletic
builds love this dress for the extra curves. Women with apple-shaped bodies love
how fit & flare dresses define their waistlines. Because this dress already
looks like an hourglass on the hanger, it will be a natural fit for ladies with
such a figure.
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SHIFT DRESSES IN CHARLESTON

WHAT IS A SHIFT DRESS?

Shift dresses are typically rectangular in shape and tend to be comfy and
forgiving since they aren't fitted. Also called a column dress, the shift dress
is a great choice for polished professionals needing a conservative, fashionable
outfit for work.

WHAT BODY TYPES ARE BEST FOR SHIFT DRESSES?

These dresses look fabulous on women with athletic, lean shapes and women with
an apple-like figure. This kind of dress doesn't work well with a belt, so
ladies with an hourglass figure may not be able to show off their curves in a
shift. Try pairing this dress with a nice pair of heels for a beautiful new
look!
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WRAP DRESSES IN CHARLESTON

WHAT IS A WRAP DRESS?

Wrap dresses are one of the most popular styles on the market, because they give
ladies of most shapes and sizes a flattering, fashionable dress option.

WHAT BODY TYPES ARE BEST FOR WRAP DRESSES?

If you have an hourglass, apple, or generally curvy body shape, you're going to
love wrap dresses. This style of dress offers a natural waist while placing
emphasis on your bust. Wrap dresses give you a balanced silhouette and, with a
knee-length fit, are great for any type of color or style, both day and
nightwear.
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TIMELESS TOPS FOR EVERY STYLE

Unless you're feeling extra sassy, chances are you're wearing a top at this very
moment. Tops are garments that cover the top half of your body. At Copper Penny,
we have an endless selection of tops in a wide range of styles - from basic tees
to blouses and everything in between. If you're looking for the highest quality
women's tops in Charleston, SC, you just hit the jackpot!

With that said, finding the right top for the right occasion is easier said than
done. However, at Copper Penny, we make finding the right top fun. Whether
you're looking for a top that makes a statement or you need a classic
button-down for a subdued style, we've got your back. We only carry the most
popular tops from the best brands and designers around the world.

HERE ARE JUST OF OUR MOST POPULAR TOPS:

WOMEN'S POPLIN TOPS IN CHARLESTON

Sometimes called broadcloth tops, poplins have classic characteristics and are
often woven with an over/under weave. This kind of weave gives more substance to
your top while also giving you room to breathe. Poplin shirts are typically soft
and smooth, and are great for everyday business attire, some formal occasions,
and for certain ceremonies. Sweet and feminine, our Bruna poplin eyelet bib top
features ruffles at the sleeves and an eyelet lace yoke at the front. Pair your
poplin with your favorite pair of shorts or jeans for a contemporary, relaxed
look.

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WOMEN'S WRAP TOPS IN CHARLESTON

Great for wearing solo or layered over a camisole or tank top, wrap tops are
lightweight, versatile, and great for many different occasions. Wrap tops go
well with jeans, maxi dresses, and high-waisted jeans or trousers. Our V-Neck
Wrap SLV Top by Jayden is uber-popular at Copper Penny and the perfect choice
for dressing down or dressing up. The choice is yours!

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WOMEN'S OFF THE SHOULDER TOPS IN CHARLESTON

For a dose of feminine fashion, be sure you add an off-the-shoulder top to your
everyday wardrobe. A casual, sexy choice, off-the-shoulder tops have unique
necklines that cut across your upper arms and chest, leaving your shoulders
bare. The result is a flirty flash of skin, which elongates your neck and gives
a relaxed, "daytime casual" look. Our Nola off-the-shoulder top pairs perfectly
with shorts or even a flowy skirt and is hand-woven in Spain using Jacquard
fabric.

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WOMEN'S TANK TOPS IN CHARLESTON

Who doesn't love a good tank top?! Tank tops are lightweight, versatile, and
equally great for lounging in the yard or running errands on weekends. Tank tops
lend an air of simplicity to your outfit and can be styled in endless ways. Take
our Velvet Heart Victory Tank, for instance. This tank is a refreshing update on
our classic sleeveless tank top, complete with fray details and a scoop neck.
Throw in the fact that it's machine washable, and you have a wardrobe winner.

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Having trouble finding the best top for your size and style? As the most trusted
women's clothing boutique in Charleston, SC, Copper Penny has helped women
discover new looks in the Lowcountry for more than two decades. We take pride in
providing a personalized, boutique experience for our customers. If you have
questions, give us a call or swing by one of our locations. We would be happy to
give you our professional opinion.

Until then, here's a quick guide you can follow to help you find the right fit
for your women's top in Charleston:

HOW TO FIND THE RIGHT FIT FOR YOUR WOMEN'S TOP

When choosing a women's top for your outfit, you have to consider how
comfortable, confident, and beautiful you will feel. The best way to feel your
best in an outfit is to make sure it fits correctly. To get started, you'll want
to take your measurements. For most women's tops, the best areas to focus on are
your hips, waist, and chest.

* Hip Measurements: Measuring your hips is fairly easy. Take your measuring
tape and use it to wrap around the widest area of your hips.
* Waist Measurements: Take your measuring tape and place it at the very top of
your hip bone. Wrap it all the way around your body. Try to keep your
measuring tape in line with your belly button. For the most accurate
measurements, stand up straight and breathe normally.
* Chest Measurements: For an accurate chest measurement, take the end of your
measuring tape and place it on the fullest area of your bust. From there,
wrap the tape around your body, under your armpits, and around the blades of
your shoulders. Then, wrap the tape tightly from the back of your body to the
front, where you started.

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Need help measuring? Swing by Copper Penny and ask one of our friendly sales
associates to help you out! While you're there, don't forget to check out our
huge selection of women's tops in Charleston, SC.

Looking to take your style to the next level? You can also get in touch with a
personal stylist directly from our website. With a personal stylist by your
side, you can find stunning looks for specific occasions, using comfortable
clothing in your favorite colors and cuts. Copper Penny is your one-stop-shop
for fashionable, fun, fabulous designer clothing in Charleston. But don't take
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LATEST NEWS IN CHARLESTON, SC

WHAT CHANGES TO SC’S VOTING LAW WILL MEAN FOR JUNE PRIMARY, FUTURE ELECTIONS

MARY
GREENHTTPS://WWW.LIVE5NEWS.COM/2022/05/16/WHAT-CHANGES-SCS-VOTING-LAW-WILL-MEAN-JUNE-PRIMARY-FUTURE-ELECTIONS/

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - In just over two weeks, South Carolina voters will be
able to head to the polls early to cast their ballots for the June 14 primary
elections.A new change in state law means voters will have an early, in-person
voting option for every future election as well, an offering that did not
previously exist on a permanent basis in South Carolina.But at one point in the
last few weeks, the bill that provi...

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - In just over two weeks, South Carolina voters will be
able to head to the polls early to cast their ballots for the June 14 primary
elections.

A new change in state law means voters will have an early, in-person voting
option for every future election as well, an offering that did not previously
exist on a permanent basis in South Carolina.

But at one point in the last few weeks, the bill that provided for this
early-voting expansion appeared to be in jeopardy. Despite agreeing on most of
the legislation’s language, a major disagreement between the state Senate and
House of Representatives concerning oversight of the State Election Commission
threatened to kill the entire bill.

But on the second-to-last day of the legislative session last week, lawmakers
announced a compromise, which passed both chambers and which Gov. Henry McMaster
signed into law Friday, in time to be implemented for the June primary.

(EMBEDDED TWEET: https://twitter.com/MaryGreenNews/status/1525201461675794432)

“I kind of thought if the House and the Senate can both pass a bill of this
magnitude unanimously, there was no way we were going to let this die,” Rep.
Brandon Newton, R – Lancaster, said. Newton played a key role in guiding the
bill through passage in the House this year.

Starting with the upcoming June primary, this new law guarantees two weeks of
early voting before elections, or three days for run-off elections.

For the June 14 primary, early, in-person voting begins May 31 in every county
and runs through June 10, not including Saturday, June 4, and Sunday, June 5.
Polling places will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Early voting for any
run-off elections will take place June 22-24 at the same hours and locations as
the primaries.

All registered voters will have this early, in-person option, and they do not
need to provide an excuse or reason for why they are voting early, as they
previously had.

Each county will need to open at least one early voting site, but they can offer
up to seven of them. Isaac Cramer, executive director of the Charleston County
Board of Elections and legislative chair for the South Carolina Association of
Registration and Election Officials (SCARE), said because of the tight window
between now and the primary, most counties will likely offer one early location
for the primary, their voter registration office, but would probably expand to
more places for the November general election.

The governor signing this bill into law at the end of last week leaves county
elections offices with just over two weeks left to implement changes.

But Cramer said officials had been preparing for this since the start of the
year.

“I can tell you that every single county director in this state welcomes early
voting because it’s such a much better process for our voters and for election
officials in processing them,” Cramer said.

Among other changes, this law also tightens up the qualifications determining
which voters can receive a mail-in ballot, but that change will not go into
effect until after the June primary, as will a requirement for the name,
address, and signature from a witness who is at least 18 years old be included
with mail-in absentee ballots.

“We can’t change those in the middle of an election on people, so all those
changes to the paper absentee process will start July 1,” Newton said.

Under the new law, voters qualified to receive mail-in ballots include:

For the primary, mail-in ballot applications are now due two Fridays before the
election, June 3, at 5 p.m. Before they had been due the Friday before.

The law gives workers more time to open mail-in ballots. While they previously
could not do so until 9 a.m. on Election Day, they can now open outer envelopes
on Sunday and inner envelopes Tuesday at 7 a.m.

It also makes voter fraud a felony in South Carolina, increasing penalties for
convictions, and permanently bans third-party spending by elections offices.

A ban in the law on fusion voting, in which candidates run for the same office
for more than one party, will go into effect next year, as some candidates for
lower offices had already filed to run in this manner in this year’s elections,
when it was still legal in South Carolina.

Newton called the changes long overdue.

“We were one of less than 10 states that didn’t have early voting,” he said. “We
were one of the very few states that didn’t let them process the absentee
ballots. We were just so far behind the curve on every aspect of our election
law. This was drastically needed.”

Cramer believes the new early voting option will be popular in future elections,
given how many voters took advantage of no-excuse, absentee voting in 2020, when
it was available on a temporary basis because of the pandemic.

“In Charleston County, we had 75% of our voters vote early. I think we’re going
to see that trend continue in South Carolina with early voting now, that any
voter can show up, and they will because they already have,” he said.

As on Election Day, voters will need to bring their photo ID or voter
registration card with them to vote early in person.

Cramer also recommends they visit the South Carolina Election Commission website
to find out which early voting locations will be open in their county.

SOUTH CAROLINA SHRIMP HARVEST OPENS FULLY WEDNESDAY

PATRICK
PHILLIPSHTTPS://WWW.LIVE5NEWS.COM/2022/05/31/SOUTH-CAROLINA-SHRIMP-HARVEST-OPENS-FULLY-WEDNESDAY/

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Commercial shrimp trawling begins at 8 a.m. Wednesday,
officially kicking off South Carolina’s shrimp season.Shrimping season in the
state typically starts in spring with the opening of a small subset of waters,
called provisional areas, that allow shrimpers to take advantage of the harvest
offshore while still protecting the majority of shrimp that have yet to spawn.
South Carolina’s provisional areas opened on April 18 this year.The remainder of
the harvest area is much larger and opens i...

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Commercial shrimp trawling begins at 8 a.m. Wednesday,
officially kicking off South Carolina’s shrimp season.

Shrimping season in the state typically starts in spring with the opening of a
small subset of waters, called provisional areas, that allow shrimpers to take
advantage of the harvest offshore while still protecting the majority of shrimp
that have yet to spawn. South Carolina’s provisional areas opened on April 18
this year.

The remainder of the harvest area is much larger and opens in full on Wednesday,
the state’s Department of Natural Resources said.

“This is five days later than 2021, but spawning has been just a little slower
to progress compared with the past couple of years,” SCDNR Office of Fisheries
Management Director Mel Bell said. “The most important factor in setting the
opening date is ensuring that we have an adequate white shrimp spawn to set us
up for a good fall crop and fishery this year.”

SCDNR officials set the opening date for shrimp season each year based on the
conditions of the shrimp themselves.

Aboard both commercial and agency vessels, biologists sample and study white
shrimp frequently in late spring. One of the things they’re looking for is
evidence that a majority of female white shrimp have already spawned at least
once before the season starts.

Opening the season too soon – and allowing trawlers to catch females that have
not had an opportunity to spawn – could reduce the size of the fall white shrimp
crop, which are the offspring of the spring white shrimp.

“We always want to get the fleet to work as soon as possible, but not too soon
from a biological standpoint,” Bell said.

South Carolina’s commercial shrimp calendar has historically had three peak
periods. In the spring, shrimpers typically capitalize on the influx of roe
white shrimp, large, early-season shrimp that generally fetch higher prices and
generate the most value for fishing effort. The summer months are typically
defined by a peak in brown shrimp, which are similar to white shrimp in size and
taste. In the fall and into winter, shrimpers bring in a second crop of white
shrimp; the offspring of the spring roe shrimp.

Because white shrimp are a short-lived species that are vulnerable to cold water
temperatures and unusually wet or dry summers, their numbers can fluctuate
dramatically from year to year. However, they’re also prolific spawners – which
means that the populations can quickly rebound even after a poor year or season.

ROBERT THOMAS IRON DESIGN, LLC EXPANDING OPERATIONS IN CHARLESTON COUNTY

SC.GOVHTTPS://GOVERNOR.SC.GOV/NEWS/2022-05/ROBERT-THOMAS-IRON-DESIGN-LLC-EXPANDING-OPERATIONS-CHARLESTON-COUNTY

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Robert Thomas Iron Design, LLC, a modern blacksmithing company,
today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston County. The company’s
$2.9 million investment will create 45 new jobs over the next three
years.Founded in 2013, Robert Thomas Iron Design, LLC intertwines traditional
blacksmith techniques with modern machining and fabrication methods to craft
iron pieces ranging from custom architectural ironwor...

Founded in 2013, Robert Thomas Iron Design, LLC intertwines traditional
blacksmith techniques with modern machining and fabrication methods to craft
iron pieces ranging from custom architectural ironwork commissions to
volume-produced pieces of furniture, decorative hardware and cookware.

Relocating within the county to 56 Hayter Street in North Charleston, Robert
Thomas Iron Design, LLC’s new facility will expand the company’s operational
footprint to accommodate production line growth.

The expansion is expected to be complete in the second quarter of 2023.
Individuals interested in joining the Robert Thomas Iron Design, LLC team should
visit the company’s careers page.

QUOTES

“We are excited about the next phase of Robert Thomas Iron Design’s growth and
are very happy that we are able to do this on the historic Navy Base. Our
expanded operations will enable our growing community of craftsmen and designers
to have the space, equipment and support they need to keep the spirit of
blacksmithing thriving in Charleston.” -Robert Thomas Iron Design Owner Robert
Thomas

“The success of our existing industries is critical to South Carolina’s strong
and growing economy. Today we celebrate Robert Thomas Iron Design, LLC’s
expansion and 45 new jobs in Charleston County. Congratulations, and we look
forward to their continued success.” -Gov. Henry McMaster

“Congratulations to Robert Thomas Iron Design, LLC on expanding in Charleston
County. It’s particularly exciting to announce the growth of a modern
blacksmithing company such as Robert Thomas Iron Design, LLC. We look forward to
seeing how the company continues to inspire modern craftsmanship in Charleston
County and across South Carolina.” -Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III

“Blacksmithing is experiencing a modern artistic revival, and we are proud that
Robert Thomas Iron Design, LLC has committed to growing this craft in Charleston
County. Their investment and creation of new jobs is a welcome addition to the
community.” -Charleston County Council Chairman Teddie Pryor

TUBERCULOSIS, OTHER POTENTIAL HUMAN PATHOGENS IN CHARLESTON WATERWAYS, COFC
STUDY FINDS

SHAMIRA
MCCRAYHTTPS://WWW.POSTANDCOURIER.COM/ENVIRONMENT/TUBERCULOSIS-OTHER-POTENTIAL-HUMAN-PATHOGENS-IN-CHARLESTON-WATERWAYS-COFC-STUDY-FINDS/ARTICLE_0CA9157C-DCE8-11EC-A633-67DA55930C53.HTML

A DNA project conducted last fall found a number of potential human pathogens in
Charleston’s waterways, with some of the top being tuberculosis, staph, cholera
and E. coli.When bacteria levels are high, there’s an elevated risk of coming
into contact with one of these pathogens. Charleston Waterkeeper reports the
bacteria levels online each week from May to October....

A DNA project conducted last fall found a number of potential human pathogens in
Charleston’s waterways, with some of the top being tuberculosis, staph, cholera
and E. coli.

When bacteria levels are high, there’s an elevated risk of coming into contact
with one of these pathogens. Charleston Waterkeeper reports the bacteria levels
online each week from May to October.

Charleston Waterkeeper collected water samples in October 2021 from 20 different
locations in the Charleston area. College of Charleston biology professor
Michael Janech then used the samples to determine the different viruses,
bacterium and other microorganisms present in the water.

Andrew Wunderley, executive director of Charleston Waterkeeper, said 12,000
different bacteria and fungal species were found in the samples, including some
genes that are antibiotic resistant. More than 5,000 of the species were
potential human pathogens, or ones that could cause disease in the right
environment.

Biologists have known for some time that after storms and floods, bacteria
levels tend to skyrocket in Charleston waterways.

“But this new data shows that it’s not just high bacterial levels,” Wunderley
said. “We can confirm that a lot of these nasty pathogens are also present.”

Samples were taken from a number of areas around the Charleston Harbor including
the Cooper River, Shem Creek, James Island Creek and the Ashley River.

Janech and other researchers wanted to build a database of the findings. And he
said he wasn’t surprised by what showed up in the samples.

“Many of these human pathogens exist either in reservoir hosts, such as animals,
or they exist in soil and water and they’re always there, but they’re not
necessarily infectious,” Janech said.

It is likely that the species entered the water through human and animal waste.
Floodwater could be a potential pathway, as could untreated or poorly treated
sewage discharges, septic tanks or congregations of wildlife.

Getting rid of septic tanks in the immediate Charleston Harbor watershed is
critical to prevent this type of pollution, Wunderley said.

Floodwater and heavy rains can overwhelm the drain fields and pull the waste out
with it.

Investing deeply in sewer infrastructure is another important measure to prevent
accidental spills or sewer overflows.

“Generally speaking, our sewer plants operate pretty well except for when we’re
having a big flood or like a heavy downpour during a hurricane or something like
that,” Wunderley said. “It can really experience problems during those events.”

While is is possible that the tuberculosis found in Charleston Waterkeeper’s
samples can cause disease in humans, it’s difficult to predict when it would
happen, Janech said.

For example, a potential human pathogen can exist in seawater and not cause
disease there. But it could possibly produce a disease if it gets into
freshwater. Janech said these species are sensitive to salts and different
environmental conditions.

Findings from this study were taken from samples collected on a single morning
in October 2021. Janech said that leaves researchers wondering what else might
be in the water the rest of the year, especially on rainy days or during warmer
temperatures.

But the current data could be helpful for public health workers interested in
better understanding the environment or people who are immunocompromised and
want to decide whether to go swimming in Charleston’s waterways.

'INCREASING RAPIDLY': COVID CASE NUMBERS SMALL BUT RISING

HELEN
ADAMSHTTPS://WEB.MUSC.EDU/ABOUT/NEWS-CENTER/2022/05/03/INCREASING-RAPIDLY-COVID-CASE-NUMBERS-SMALL-BUT-RISING

For the first time in a while, the words “increasing rapidly” appear on a weekly
update from the Medical University of South Carolina’s COVID-19 Epidemiology
Intelligence Project. COVID cases in the Charleston area rose 80% compared with
the previous week. In Florence, the growth rate hit 191%. And the Midlands saw a
289% increase.But the numbers those percentages represent are small. The
Charleston area had seven cases per day per 100,000 people. Florence: just two
per day per 100,000. The Midlands: eight.&ld...

But the numbers those percentages represent are small. The Charleston area had
seven cases per day per 100,000 people. Florence: just two per day per 100,000.
The Midlands: eight.

“I think there’s a real chance, to a large degree, that we’re kind of flying
into the dark,” said Michael Sweat, Ph.D. He leads MUSC’s COVID tracking team.
He’s also a professor in the College of Medicine at MUSC, an adjunct professor
at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and a former research
scientist with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

“I can’t stress enough that these are clearly radical undercounts that we’re
looking at nowadays. The vast majority of people are testing with home test
kits. But I really feel like the growth rate continues to tell you a lot. Some
people go on to get a PCR to confirm the home test or if they’re having
symptoms. It’s probably a fairly consistent rate. So if the growth rate is up,
it tells you something is happening,” Sweat said.

A polymerase chain reaction test, or PCR, is what you get if you go to a COVID
testing site and your sample is sent to a lab. Your result becomes part of the
state’s official tally. If you test for COVID at home, of course, state health
officials don’t know about it.

So Sweat is advocating for an additional way of monitoring COVID. “I do think
the one thing that we should be doing is wastewater testing for the COVID-19
virus. It would give us early detection, but it’s got to be done regularly, and
the data has to be released.”

A spokesman for the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental
Control said in an email that the agency has been working on building the
capacity for wastewater testing and analysis at the Public Health Laboratory and
within the Division of Acute Disease Epidemiology as part of the National
Wastewater Surveillance System. He also noted that severe cases of COVID-19 —
those that result in hospitalizations and deaths — remain on the decline.

In the meantime, Sweat continues to predict another surge this summer.“I just
don’t know how big it’s going to be. I’d say at worst, it may be similar to what
Delta looked like in terms of the number of infections, but we will likely have
fewer people being hospitalized than we saw with the Delta wave.” That Delta
wave hit last September. Its peak, while the highest of the pandemic at the
time, was much smaller than the Omicron wave that would follow and peak in
mid-January 2022.

At best, Sweat said the current uptick could peter out. “That has happened in
the past. But normally, with a new variant, that doesn’t happen. You tend to see
it play out. And there are a lot of people not boosted, so their immunity is
kind of weak. So it’s complicated.”

Omicron subvariants have caused cases to rise across most of the United States.
But the national COVID death rate is falling. “I think it’s likely it won’t
overwhelm the hospitals like before,” Sweat said. “I think most people are going
to have mild cases. There’s a lot of immunity out there.”

But immunity wanes, even from vaccination. “About 60% of people who got two
doses did not go on to get the third, which produces a profound improvement in
your ability to not get seriously ill. Getting the booster is really important.
I would not wait to do that. Now’s the time."

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