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National analyst says that South Carolina football "is being slept on" this offseason
The 2024 version of the South Carolina football team is a polarizing group in terms of predictions and record projections. Some believe that a down 2023 was indicative of bigger problems in Columbia and that the Gamecocks will go 4-8 this fall. Others think that it was a mere blip on the radar and that an 8-4 season is on the horizon. Naturally, other prognostications have split the difference.
Countdown to camp: 14 days until South Carolina starts practice
The countdown to the start of preseason camp is on, and the South Carolina football team will take the field in just 15 days to get started on its preparation for the 2024 season. Year 4 certainly seems like a big one for head coach Shane Beamer as his team lost some momentum missing a bowl game a year ago, but there's enthusiasm internally as the Gamecocks get set to tackle the new-look Southeastern Conference.
Soldier from Columbia dies while stationed in South Korea
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - A soldier from Columbia died while stationed at Camp Humphreys in South Korea, according to a spokesperson for the 8th Army. Staff Sgt. Dorian Baker, 27, died following a single car crash in Pyeongtaek on June 29, officials said. A signal support systems specialist, Baker was...
How to get involved during Black Philanthropy Month
August marks Black Philanthropy Month (BPM) , a global movement celebrating African-descent giving and funding equity. To inspire generosity while supporting 190+ local Black-led nonprofits, Central Carolina Community Foundation’s African American Philanthropy Committee is awarding $10,000 in prizes to eligible nonprofits.
Photo gallery: Five After Five concert series returns to Five Points
Five After Five was never gone. It simply took a seven-year break. The free concert series hosted by the Five Points Association returned Thursday for the first time since 2017, with Mark Rapp & Soda City Brass Band performing the music of New Orleans. "Five After Five has delighted generations...
Internet company previously barred from Columbia breaks five water mains, damages neighborhood
The North-Carolina based fiber-optic company Lumos has been working across the Midlands since last fall. New water main breaks are being reported but Columbia Water says the blame is partly theirs.
South Carolina woman named overall winner in women’s heavy athletics at GMHG
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN — 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. The 44-year-old personal trainer who resides in Columbia, S.C., has been competing in heavy athletics for over 15 years. Wilson has also coached adaptive sport for wounded soldiers.
South Carolina athletics worker who painted midfield logo for 40 football seasons has died
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Eddie Dunning, who painted the South Carolina Gamecock logo at midfield in Williams-Brice Stadium for 40 seasons, has died, university officials said. He was 69. South Carolina’s athletic department announced his death Wednesday. Dunning’s obituary said he died on July 13 at a Columbia hospital. No cause of death was provided. […]
Latest Skin and Hair Trends with the Southeastern Esthetics Institute
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - If you’re wanting to stay in the loop of the latest trends in skin and hair, the Southeastern Esthetics Institute is training up the next great Hair Stylists and Estheticians. The school not only focuses on skin but crowns as well and they join us...
Gatlin Brothers to take the stage in Ridgeway in support of trade skill charter school
The smell of barbecue will fill the air this weekend at The Farm at Ridgeway. Pee Dee Enterprises, a leader in economic development and event management in South Carolina, is hosting a barbecue cook-off fundraising event to support the founding of a local charter school focused on technical trade skills.
Find Your Competitive Edge in Table Tennis
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Sierra learns that table tennis can be a lot more challenging as it looks. Luckily for her, she had a great lesson from the Greater Columbia Table Tennis Club. Once comfortable, she was able to find her competitive edge and even had a chance to talk...
Predicting Carolina's statistical leaders on defense
This season, South Carolina has multiple returning starters on defense who have a few years of SEC football under their belt and also experience in Clayton White's defense. On interior of the defensive line, the Gamecocks return Alex Huntley, T.J. Sanders and Tonka Hemingway who have a combined 11 years of experience at South Carolina. At EDGE, the Gamecocks have a few returners in Elijah Davis, Desmond Umeozulu, Bryan Thomas Jr. and Jatius Geer while newcomers Dylan Stewart, Kyle Kennard and Gilber Edmond will play a big part in Sterling Lucas' room.
‘Unlivable:’ Lower Richland woman’s lawsuit says stormwater from Richland One early learning center causing massive headaches
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - A Lower Richland woman is flooded with frustration over conditions at her home. In a new lawsuit, Johna Wilkes said stormwater from a controversial, now under-investigation Richland One construction project is causing massive headaches. “This all could’ve if they had done things the right way,” she...
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