South Carolina Politics: U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, 71, died Saturday after a “brief and sudden illness,” with his office asking for privacy; Graham had just returned from Ukraine and recently backed a Russia sanctions package, leaving the SC Senate seat and GOP plans for a replacement in focus. South Carolina Local Governance: Charleston is rewriting its zoning code for the first time in decades, aiming to better manage rising seas and tidal flooding as the city reports big increases in tidal flood events. Real Estate & Taxes: A new South Carolina law helps heirs’ property owners clear title without triggering reassessment that can spike property taxes, easing a long, costly process for families. Economic Development & Land Use: Greenwood County approved a data center ordinance that effectively blocks new projects in most districts and advanced a one-year moratorium, with residents pushing for a slower, more community-driven process. Public Safety: Aiken’s Mallard Lake outlet control structure work is on schedule, with the pond set to refill in August after repairs to manage stormwater flow. Consumer/Business: Thorne supplements, based in Summerville, is reportedly being shopped at a higher valuation after L Catterton bought it in 2023, with Unilever and Haleon named as possible bidders. Regional Enforcement: “Operation Southern Slow Down” ramps up speeding enforcement across the Southeast, including South Carolina, July 13-18.