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Where Clemson landed in Baseball America's 'way too early' top 25 college rankings
CLEMSON — Despite losing key players to expiring eligibility and the MLB draft, Clemson baseball landed at No. 4 in Baseball America's "way too early" top 25 rankings Wednesday. The Tigers sit behind only No. 1 LSU, No. 2 Florida and No. 3 Florida State. Star center fielder Cam Cannarella and pitcher Aidan Knaak, both of whom received All-America honors last season, will lead Clemson in 2025. The team also added three home-run hitters via the portal to replace...
ESPN on what Clemson football needs as a College Football Playoff contender
Everyone knows how important this season is for Dabo Swinney and the Clemson football program. The 12-team College Football Playoff allows everyone, including the Tigers, more opportunity to make a run for a National Championship. The ACC is wide open, and while Clemson isn’t the king of the conference like it once was, there’s a good chance it’s the best team in the ACC. Clemson is a contender; they just need a few things to fall into place. Recently, ESPN listed ‘ifs’ lists for playoff contenders (subscription required). The Tigers have a few obvious ones. If … big plays are a thing. Garrett...
Richmond, surrounding counties under flood watch
ROCKINGHAM — The central Carolinas are under a flood watch for the next several days as more rain is expected. The National Weather Service has issued an areal flood watch until midnight July 26, with a total of up to two inches of rain forecast for Richmond County through Thursday evening. However, meteorologists say higher amounts are expected during thunderstorms.
A look ahead to a few storylines for South Carolina's preseason camp
South Carolina is nine days away from taking the field for preseason camp as it prepares for the 2024 season which kicks off on Aug. 31 against Old Dominion in Williams-Brice Stadium. Heading into preseason camp, South Carolina has a few questions that will need to be answered before it...
Uber at center of South Carolina human trafficking lawsuit
SOCASTEE, S.C. (WBTW) — A human trafficking horror story on the state’s northern border could easily happen on the Grand Strand thanks to lax regulations and proper training of rideshare drivers, an attorney said on Wednesday. Tracey Cowan, head of Clarkson Law Firm’s sexual assault practice, on Wednesday filed a 38-page lawsuit against Uber in […]
SCISA Prepares to Open 55th Football Season
Goose Creek, S.C. - The South Carolina Independent Schools Association is preparing to open its 55th football season with a new two-year alignment. Can Hammond (4A), Hilton Head Christian (3A), Bethesda Academy (2A), Patrick Henry Academy (1A) and Jefferson Davis Academy (8 Man) defend their 2023 titles? Hammond will be playing for their 8th straight title in Class 4A.
Changes are coming to SC schools. Here's what you need to know.
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Two provisos are now in effect requiring students to use the bathroom of their assigned sex at birth, and banning cell phones in classrooms. But there are still a few steps to go for both of these policies. The Board of Education will have to create...
Big Changes Coming to Olive Garden and South Carolina Isn’t Happy
Olive Garden’s parent company, Darden Restaurants, is taking a daring stand that’s leaving many customers dissatisfied.In a time when wallets are tightening and restaurants across the nation are feeling the heat, Olive Garden’s parent company, Darden Restaurants, is taking a daring stand that’s leaving many customers dissatisfied.
Finland-Based Halton MEI USA Plans Piedmont, South Carolina, Operations
Indoor climate technology company Halton MEI USA, Inc. plans to establish manufacturing operations in Piedmont, South Carolina. The $2.6 million project is expected to create 65 jobs in Anderson County. The company will lease a 39,000-square-foot space located at 120 Exchange Logistics Park Drive. Production is scheduled to begin August...
Anderson County plans to build a new $83 million detention center to be able to house 650
Editor's Note: The story's headline was updated to correct the number of inmates that will be housed at the new detention center. On Tuesday, Anderson County Council approved $83 million to build a detention center. ...
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