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Scheduled comedy roast by student organization ‘Uncensored America’ sparks controversy at USC
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Student organization “Uncensored America” shared an invitation highlighting that one of the speakers is founder of a white supremacist organization. A scheduled comedy roast of Vice President and Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris that is set to be hosted by a student-run organization at the University of South Carolina is sparking controversy.
Former South Carolina basketball star to play in new pro league after WNBA season
WNBA All-Stars Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier founded Unrivaled Basketball, a 3-on-3 league that will play in the winter, offering additional exposure and earning opportunities for women's basketball players. One of the biggest names to sign with Unrivaled is South Carolina basketball alum Allisha Gray. Gray will be 1 of...
2025 cornerback Onis Konanbanny commits to Vols
2025 four-star cornerback Onis Konanbanny committed to Tennessee on Friday. He committed to the Vols over Florida State. Konanbanny ranks as the No. 302 overall national prospect. He also ranks as the No. 28 cornerback and No. 4 prospect in South Carolina, per 247Sports. The 6-foot-1, 180-pound cornerback is from...
Melvin Ingram, Pharoh Cooper, Tommy Moody headline loaded South Carolina Gamecocks Hall of Fame class
The University of South Carolina Lettermen's Association Hall of Fame is enshrining a loaded 9-person class this year. South Carolina Gamecocks legends from football, basketball, baseball, softball, and track and field will be honored as Melvin Ingram, Pharoh Cooper, Tommy Moody, Tiffany Mitchell, Jocelyn Penn, Jason Richardson, Bob Kaczka, Dana Fulmer, and Shalonda Solomon will be inducted officially on November 1, 2024 and recognized the next day at the South Carolina-Texas A&M football game.
42 Upstate leaders selected to become Riley Fellows
Participants will take part in the Riley Institute’s award-winning Diversity Leaders Initiative before joining a network of more than 2,800 graduates across the state. GREENVILLE, S.C. — Forty-two leaders from across the Upstate will participate in the Riley Institute’s intensive 5-month Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI), learning the skills and perspectives necessary to leverage diversity in their organizations in ways that drive social and economic progress in South Carolina.
South Carolina extends, raises tax credit in hopes of revitalizing abandoned buildings
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WCBD) – South Carolina leaders are hoping to further incentivize the redevelopment of abandoned buildings across the state with the expansion of a decade-old program. Gov. Henry McMaster held a ceremonial signing for S.1021 on Wednesday, a bill that extends the state’s tax credit for abandoned buildings through 2035. It also raises the […]
Sailor from West Columbia serves with U.S. Naval Medical Readiness Logistics Command
Seaman Recruit Jonathan Anderson, from West Columbia, South Carolina, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Naval Medical Readiness Logistics Command (NMRLC), Williamsburg, Virginia. The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in West Columbia. “I was on a roller derby team named the...
Congressman Joe Wilson’s Annual Bus Tour Highlights Local Engagement
Congressman Joe Wilson conducted his annual bus tour from August 20-23, visiting various local businesses, schools, and organizations across South Carolina’s Second Congressional District. As part of the tour, on Wednesday, August 21, Wilson made a stop at the Chapin Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center, where he received a warm welcome from chamber members and local officials.
Gilbert Town Council Proposes Tax Increase to Fund Infrastructure and Services Amid Inflationary Pressures
Gilbert residents could soon be feeling an uptick in local taxes. According to an announcement from the Town Council, they've unanimously voted to introduce a Notice of Intent to raise taxes across the board - sales, use, and bed. The decision came to light during a Council meeting on August 20, with a formal public hearing slated for October where the final say will be had. Should it pass muster, we're looking at January 1, 2025, for these increases to become a reality.
$32k worth of cocaine found in box of hair extensions during bust in Orangeburg
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (WACH) — A man could face up to 25 years in prison after thousands of dollars worth of drugs were found during a sting in Orangeburg. ALSO |'Little princess' dies: Young girl shot accidentally by another child. Sheriff Leroy Ravenellsaid Rocsan Anquillano , 40, is charged with...
Darlington lottery winner makes big plans with prize money
DARLINGTON, SC (WMBF) - A Darlington man says he hasn’t spent his lottery winnings yet, but he’s got big plans for the money. After winning a $300,000 prize from a $10 ticket, the man has six figures sitting in the bank, according to the South Carolina Education Lottery.
Man Sues Buc-ee’s Over Large Inflatable Beaver Outside Store
Whether you live by a Buc-ee's or have ever passed the behemoth structure that seems to go on for a mile, you know it's an experience to shop there. As soon as you pull up to the gas station megastore — where Keith Urban recently worked for a day — you can see that everything is giant, oversized and in your face.
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