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Orangeburg: What’s Fueling Gun Violence Around South Carolina State University?
Gun violence in Orangeburg isn’t random. It’s rooted in structure, poverty, and power.

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22 hours ago12 min read


SCOUT MOTORS: Behind the Political Veil in South Carolina
Scout Motors is further along than critics claim. Inside Blythewood, the truth is clear: jobs, investment, and a new era for Richland County.

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6 days ago4 min read


Brandon Brown for Senate Is a People’s Movement: A Day With Jesse Jackson Jr. in South Carolina
Brandon Brown’s U.S. Senate campaign with Jesse Jackson Jr. reveals a people’s movement in South Carolina—rooted in legacy, truth, and urgent stakes.

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Feb 811 min read


“Protect the Children After They’re Born”: Sen. Margie Bright Matthews Introduces New Bill Amid South Carolina’s Measles Emergency
Measles South Carolina: Sen. Margie Bright Matthews introduces S.897, urging lawmakers to “protect the children after they’re born.”

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Feb 56 min read


Fire House #2 Breaks New Ground in Olympia Community
Columbia breaks ground on Fire House 2 in Olympia, a long-awaited public safety investment improving response times and honoring community advocacy.

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Feb 44 min read


Snowed In but Showing Up: Rep. Robert T. Reese’s Town Hall and the Fight for South Carolina’s Democracy
Rep. Robert T. Reese hosted a powerful virtual town hall on voting rights, key bills, and South Carolina’s future—even while snowed in.

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Jan 316 min read


Henry McMaster’s Final State of the State Echoed Democratic Priorities—But Skipped South Carolina’s Affordability Crisis
Henry McMaster echoed Democratic priorities in his final address, but lawmakers say affordability and accountability were left unresolved.

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Jan 285 min read


Honoring Excellence and Remembering a Life: Eau Claire High School’s Honor Roll Celebration Becomes a Moment of Legacy
Eau Claire High School’s Honor Roll Celebration Becomes a Moment of Legacy

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Jan 286 min read


King Day at the Dome: Chaos or Community
At King Day at the Dome, symbolism eclipsed substance, exposing fractures in South Carolina’s Black political leadership and the movement’s moral direction.

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Jan 197 min read


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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Jan 163 min read


The “$200 Million” Scout Question: What We Know, What’s Missing, and Why It Matters
Untangling the $200M Scout Motors debate: state obligations, Commerce’s role, and what oversight really means for South Carolina.

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Jan 154 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


Inside Spartanburg’s Real-Time Crime Center: Technology, Transparency, and the Tension Between Safety and Surveillance
RTCC promises safety through technology. But gun violence, privacy, and accountability raise urgent questions.

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Jan 76 min read


Families Displaced by Creekside Apartment Fire Find Support Through Fire Department and Community Efforts
A late-night fire displaced families at Creekside Apartments. Fire officials and community leaders responded with support and safety guidance ahead of Christmas.

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Dec 24, 20255 min read


Orangeburg Stakes Its Claim in America’s New Automotive Frontier
SODECIA–AAPICO break ground on a $120M facility in Orangeburg, launching Scout Motors’ Harvester platform and reshaping SC’s automotive future.

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Dec 8, 20256 min read


Richland County Scrambles to Avoid Federal Conspiracy Liability as Claims Emerge of Secret Executive-Session Poll on WOG CDC Mall Project
New filings reveal Richland County’s push to escape civil rights liability—while closed-door actions spark questions about transparency and accountability.

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Dec 2, 20255 min read


The Price of Tomorrow: Why South Carolina Families Are Afraid of the Future
From rent to childcare, South Carolina families are feeling the squeeze. A clear look at the affordability pressures shaping our future.”

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Nov 22, 20255 min read


Vino Sabor Brings a New Era of Sexy, Elevated Wine Culture to Downtown Columbia
Vino Sabor brings a sexy, elevated wine lounge experience to downtown Columbia, blending historic charm, Black ownership, and modern sophistication.

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Nov 21, 20255 min read


Aditi Bussells, the Progressive Candidate, Sets the Record Straight
In a race clouded by bias and machine politics, Aditi Bussells stands out as the progressive leader moving Columbia forward with vision and integrity.

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Nov 17, 20255 min read
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