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South Carolina Farmers Caught in the Crossfire of Tariffs and a Shifting Global Economy
South Carolina farmers face rising costs and global market shifts as tariffs and trade pressures threaten farmland and livelihoods.

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7 days ago3 min read


Before the Gavel Falls: Hamilton Grant Leads a Rare Civic Reckoning in Richland County
As lawmakers return to Columbia, Hamilton Grant hosts a civic briefing to help residents understand how South Carolina government works.

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Jan 124 min read


S.C. Education Scholarship Applications Open Soon: What Families Learned at W.J. Keenan High School
Education Scholarship Trust Fund applications open soon. Families gathered at W.J. Keenan High School for guidance.

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Jan 84 min read


Rebuilding the Village: Cheryl Hinton Harris and Malik Yoba Lead the Conversation at ImpactEd Summit 2025
Malik Yoba joins Cheryl Hinton Harris at IMPACTEd Summit 2025 in Columbia, SC to rebuild communities through education.

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Oct 24, 20253 min read


Generation Now: Black Male Leaders Pour Into the Future
Black male leaders at Bible Way’s Youth Center inspire boys with lessons on vision, discipline, and resilience at the Generation Now panel.

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Sep 20, 20254 min read


MAGA Right Escalates Attack on Rep. John King: Selective Outrage in the South Carolina Statehouse
MAGA lawmakers target Rep. John King while ignoring GOP scandals—hypocrisy, censorship & free speech at stake in SC Statehouse.

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Sep 19, 20256 min read


Honoring Judge Harold R. Boulware Sr.: Irmo Unveils Historic Marker to Civil Rights Giant
Historic marker unveiled in Irmo honors Judge Harold R. Boulware Sr., civil rights hero whose work shaped Brown v. Board and justice in SC.

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Sep 16, 20254 min read


Dialogue or Division? Social Action Weekend in Newberry Highlights the Cost of Political Hypocrisy
Fiery debate at St. Mark AME’s Social Action Weekend in Newberry tackled political violence, SNAP cuts, and South Carolina’s divides.

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Sep 13, 20257 min read


ICAN Innovation Center Opens Its Doors, Ushering in a New Era for STEAM in South Carolina
ICAN Innovation Center opens in Columbia, uniting STEAM, business & youth to build South Carolina’s future workforce & opportunities.

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Sep 10, 20253 min read


Spartanburg Rising: Local Leaders Fighting Back Against Crime and Poverty
Voices of Spartanburg demand justice and change—families, survivors, and leaders unite to confront violence and uplift the community.

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Aug 31, 20257 min read


The State of Black South Carolina: A Blueprint for Minority-Owned Business Success
The State of Black South Carolina: SCLBC leads bold conversations on economic equity, minority business growth, and community resilience.

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Aug 29, 20254 min read


Lexington NAACP Freedom Fund Gala Celebrates Black Excellence, Confronts Political Crossroads
Former Sen. Maggie Glover urges voter turnout at the Lexington NAACP Gala, celebrating Black excellence and confronting political challenges.

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Aug 10, 20253 min read


A New Era for Richland One: Superintendent Todd Walker Unveils Ambitious 90-Day Plan at C.A. Johnson High School
New Richland One Superintendent Todd Walker unveils 90-Day Plan at C.A. Johnson, focusing on unity, trust, and lasting district success.

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Aug 7, 20253 min read


Architecture and Civil Rights Intersect at Ribbon Cutting for South Carolina Center for Architecture
Ribbon cutting at Columbia’s South Carolina Center for Architecture honors civil rights legacy of Rev. Bouie & inspires future leaders.

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Aug 2, 20253 min read


Senator Devine Partners with Pathways to Possibilities to Give Returning Citizens a Fresh Start
Sen. Tameika Devine’s Pathways to Possibilities event connects returning citizens in Columbia with jobs, expungements & fresh starts.

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Jul 31, 20254 min read


Richland One: Procurement, Power, and Prejudice — The Attack on B&G Landscaping
B&G Landscaping, a Black-owned firm, fights back against what some call a racially and politically motivated attack in Richland One.

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Jul 18, 20257 min read


Boots on the Ground, Legacy in Motion: The 2025 Southern Regional Conference of the A. Philip Randolph Institute
APRI’s 2025 Southern Conference reignites labor and civil rights unity with “Boots on the Ground: Legacy in Motion” in Raleigh, NC.

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Jun 4, 20257 min read


Governor Wes Moore’s Veto of Reparations Bill Sparks National Outrage and Reflection on Slavery’s Legacy
Wes Moore’s reparations bill veto ignites backlash, sparking renewed debate on slavery’s legacy and racial justice.

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May 18, 20255 min read


Delay and Deny: Richland One’s School Board Stands Still on Early Childhood Education
Richland One's School Board meeting erupts over early childhood education, exposing deep divisions on the future of the ELC

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Feb 26, 20255 min read


The Fight Against Book Bans in 2025: Trends, Challenges, and Hope
In recent years, the topic and act of book censorship and bans have gained significant traction, especially as we move into 2025.

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Jan 20, 20253 min read
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