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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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2 days ago5 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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2 days ago6 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


The Cartel in Columbia: How Victims, Lawmakers, and Prosecutors Exposed a Broken System
A high-stakes town hall reveals how lawyer-legislators shape S.C.’s courts as victims’ families demand transparency and real reform.

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Nov 16, 20255 min read


The Church, the Mall, and the Cover-Up: Richland County Faces Explosive Civil Rights Claims After Florence County’s $12M Scandal
A new federal filing accuses Richland County of repeating unconstitutional tactics to block Word of God’s mall project. The stakes are rising.

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Nov 13, 20255 min read


They Betrayed Us: Eight Democrats Who Sided with Republicans Let Middle-Class Healthcare Evaporate
Eight Senate Democrats joined Republicans to end the shutdown—abandoning ACA protections and leaving middle-class healthcare at risk.

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Nov 10, 20255 min read


Supreme Court Pauses SNAP Funding Order, Sends Case Back to Appeals Court
Supreme Court pauses SNAP funding order; Justice Jackson’s stay sends the case back to the First Circuit for swift review.

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Nov 8, 20253 min read


Trump’s Cold War on the Hungry: Court Orders President to Fund SNAP After Another Legal Defeat
Trump loses appeal as Judge McConnell orders SNAP funding restored—feeding 42 million Americans despite the president’s defiance.

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Nov 7, 20253 min read


Daniel Rickenmann Secures Second Term as Columbia Mayor with Commanding Victory
Mayor Daniel Rickenmann wins reelection in Columbia; council races head to runoffs as city looks ahead to growth and renewal.

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Nov 4, 20253 min read
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