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SC eases requirements for child care workers to address staffing needs
ROCK HILL, S.C. — Crystal Williams' children are her world, but finding daycare for them hasn't always been easy. Many others share her struggle across South Carolina and around the country, as childcare centers continue to struggle with staffing and funding challenges. “My son, he’s four years old and...
Problems with new federal application could mean thousands fewer SC students in college
CHARLESTON – More South Carolina high school graduates are seeking state-funded, need-based grants that help them afford college. Unfortunately, that’s the aid most impacted by the U.S. Department of Education’s botched rollout of a new application. The revamped Free Application for Federal Student Aid — FAFSA for short — was supposed to make things simpler […] The post Problems with new federal application could mean thousands fewer SC students in college appeared first on SC Daily Gazette.
South Carolina lottery brought in $592 million for education last fiscal year
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WCBD)- Record-setting jackpots helped South Carolina haul in hundreds of millions of dollars for education over the past year, according to figures released Wednesday by state lottery officials. Officials said the lottery generated $592 million for Fiscal Year 2024, marking the fourth consecutive year revenue has topped half a billion dollars. “I am […]
MUSC stops gender-affirming care due to one sentence in South Carolina law
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Patients who go to any affiliate of MUSC Health for gender-affirming care will no longer be able to receive it due to a part of a law passed in May that primarily targets preventing these procedures for minors. MUSC has pointed to one sentence in the...
Number of children in South Carolina’s foster care system has dropped but homes still urgently needed
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCBD)- Becoming a foster parent was never part of Cindy Bogan-Baber’s plan. She and her husband had considered fostering over the years but as an active-duty military family, the timing never felt right — until about 15 years ago. “In 2010, my youngest biological child started K-4 and she jumped out of the […]
Cowboys, pickleball and tractor pulls: Things to do in the Columbia area July 18-21
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Looking for something unique to do this weekend? How about take in a rodeo, play pickleball, learn about fireflies, or a take a peaceful walk through a downtown nature habitat. Check out this list of things to do this weekend in and around the Columbia area:
Planet Fitness to Open New “Judgement Free” Location in West Columbia
West Columbia, SC (June 10) — Local Planet Fitness franchisee, Lev Management, has opened their eighth Midlands location on June 10th at 2410 Augusta Road in West Columbia. Planet Fitness is known for providing a high-quality experience at an exceptional value, where members enjoy a hassle-free, non-intimidating environment. The new facility spans nearly 26,000 square feet and will be open and staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Newest HOTWORX Fitness Studio location celebrates opening on Devine Street
As you drive through the Midlands, you might see multiple locations of HOTWORX Fitness Studios. The City of Columbia welcomed the newest location of the unique fitness studio to Devine Street Wednesday. HOTWORX is a unique fitness experience that combines infrared heat and isometric workouts to help clients achieve maximum...
Soda City Live: Life2 Educational Summit: Impact and Possibilities
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Calling all educators! A statewide Educational Summit is happening in Columbia next month-- and you’re invited to join in. Impact and Possibilities will be taking place in August and is hosted by the Midlands Community Development Corporation through their Life2 Scholarship Grant. Feel more informed,...
Columbia personal trainer named overall winner in women’s heavy athletics at Grandfather Mountain Highland Games
Adriane Wilson finished first in four of the seven women’s heavy athletic events during the 2024 Grandfather Mountain Highland Games, thereby claiming the top spot overall for the competition. This is a repeat win for Wilson, who took first place at these games in 2023 and was the runner-up in 2022.
Quick Slants with Uva: South Carolina takeaways from SEC Media Days
Gamecock Central's Mike Uva recaps his biggest takeaways on South Carolina from SEC Media Days in Dallas on Monday. The post Quick Slants with Uva: South Carolina takeaways from SEC Media Days appeared first on On3.
This story is no bull. Sumter County deputies wrangle stray animal from neighborhood
SUMTER, S.C. — Not every day, you get a 911 call about a stray bull in your neighborhood. That happened on Thursday in Sumter, South Carolina. “The caller states that a bull is in their front yard,” was the message received by Sumter County Sheriff's Office (SCSO) dispatch around 10:41 a.m. from a homeowner near Highway 15 North. Not a BULL-dog, a full-grown BULL.
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