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ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WACH) — The Orangeburg Department of Public Safety has introduced the newest member of their team. Rachel Grant is the new DNA Technical Leader at ODPS's Forensic Laboratory at Claflin University. The forensic laboratory operates in partnership between ODPS and Claflin University. The collaboration aims to...

<div id="embedVideoContainer_12487527" class="embedVideo viaAdd" data-values="id=66f2d613-0bc9-4b44-ab55-ca8515a6b277&channel=college-football&key=12487527&title=Instant+Impact+Freshman%3A+EDGE+Dylan+Stewart+%7C+247Sports+Unfiltered&pcid=66f2d613-0bc9-4b44-ab55-ca8515a6b277" data-videotitle="VIDEO: Instant Impact Freshman EDGE Dylan Stewart 247Sports Unfiltered"></div><p>Former <b><a href="https://247sports.com/college/south-carolina/" target="_blank">South Carolina</a></b> wide receiver <b><a href="/Player/kylic-horton-46117008/" target="_blank">Kylic Horton</a></b> has found a new home.</p><p>TheBigSpur learned Tuesday morning that Horton will continue his playing career at <b><a href="https://247sports.com/college/south-carolina-state/" target="_blank">South Carolina State</a></b>. Horton, who entered the NCAA Transfer Portal in December, appeared in three games over two seasons with the Gamecocks. He will have three years to play three seasons for the Bulldogs.</p><p>Horton was one of six wide receivers who transferred from South Carolina after the 2023 season. <b><a href="/Player/landon-samson-46112002/" target="_blank">Landon Samson</a></b> and <b><a href="/Player/kelton-henderson-46129395/" target="_blank">Kelton Henderson</a></b> are the only two whose next stops are still unknown. The others are <b><a href="//247Sports.com/Player/Antwane-Wells-Jr-46129348" target="_blank">Antwane Wells Jr.</a></b> (<b><a href="https://247sports.com/college/ole-miss/" target="_blank">Ole Miss</a></b>), <b><a href="/Player/zavier-short-46084186/" target="_blank">Zavier Short</a></b> (<b><a href="https://247sports.com/college/appalachian-state/" target="_blank">Appalachian State</a></b>) and <b><a href="/Player/omega-blake-46094820/" target="_blank">O'Mega Blake</a></b> (<b><a href="https://247sports.com/college/east-carolina/" target="_blank">East Carolina</a></b>/<b><a href="https://247sports.com/college/charlotte/" target="_blank">Charlotte</a></b>).</p><p><strong>RELATED</strong>: <a href="https://247sports.com/college/south-carolina/article/team-scoop-most-improved-spots-on-defense-233415319/" target="_blank">Team Scoop - Most improved spots on defense</a></p><p>From Horton's profile on GamecocksOnline…</p><p><strong>2023 (Redshirt Freshman)</strong></p><p>Second-year player who saw limited action in three contests on the scout team… appeared against <b><a href="https://247sports.com/college/furman/" target="_blank">Furman</a></b>, <b><a href="https://247sports.com/college/florida/" target="_blank">Florida</a></b> and <b><a href="https://247sports.com/college/missouri/" target="_blank">Missouri</a></b>… did not record any statistics… entered the transfer portal on Nov. 30.</p><p><strong>2022 (Freshman)</strong></p><p>True freshman wide receiver who spent the year adapting and learning after attending a small high school… did not see any game action… redshirted.</p><p><strong>HIGH SCHOOL</strong></p><p>Graduated from Clarendon Hall School in Summerton, S.C. in 2022… played wide receiver, quarterback, defensive back and handled kicking and punting duties in 8-man football at the SCISA level… helped the Saints to an 8-4 record and reach the state semifinals as a senior… caught 42 passes for 813 yards and 13 touchdowns in 11 games… totaled over 1,000 all-purpose yards… recorded four interceptions… coached by Anthony Reitenour… averaged over 30 points and 20 rebounds a game on the hardwood and was an all-region selection in baseball… considered the 10th-best player in the state of South Carolina, the No. 119 wide receiver in the country and No. 825 overall according to 247Sports Composite… rated as the 10th-best player in the Palmetto state according to Rivals.</p><p><strong>PERSONAL</strong></p><p>Johnny Kylic Horton Jr. was born April 20, 2004… is a sport and entertainment management major.</p>

Renovations are underway to the Casa Family Shelter in Orangeburg county thanks to a recent grant from the community.

ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WIS) - Community members in Orangeburg County now have a safe space where they can buy, sell or trade items with others who they may not know. The Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) created a safe exchange location for this in April. “We just want to...

COLUMBIA — A conglomerate of South Carolina colleges, a federal nuclear research laboratory and the state’s economic development agency won a $45 million federal grant to establish a technology hub focused on developing new energy technologies. The hub, known as SC Nexus, was one of just a dozen federally recognized tech hubs awarded federal funding […] The post SC technology hub gets $45 million in federal money for energy projects appeared first on SC Daily Gazette.

Outside of the normal budget process, the South Carolina has set aside $300,000 for a foundation with little track record, founded by a Richland County employee, to run an ambitious program to provide arts education and address food insecurity.

Yellow caution tape surrounded the front of a supermarket in South Carolina last week after an alligator was caught hiding underneath a corral of shopping carts.

(The Center Square) — A South Carolina taxpayer-funded forensic accounting review could soon answer questions about roughly $1.8 billion officials found in a state account. On Oct. 31, 2023, South Carolina Comptroller General Brian Gaines sent a letter to South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis, directing Loftis to research the account's origins. It marked the start of a months-long Senate investigation that exposed what a Senate Finance Committee Constitutional Subcommittee report...

A vehicle associated with a missing person report has been located in South Carolina, and the investigation into the missing person and an escaped Carter County inmate is continuing. “We are investigating both cases aggressively,” said Carter County Sheriff Mike Fraley. “We are continuing to work hundreds of tips we have received and filter through […] The post Vehicle of missing person located, investigation into missing man and escaped inmate continues appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.

In South Carolina schools kids must use the restroom that matches their gender at birth.

South Carolina Research Authority, a public, nonprofit corporation that works to fuel the state’s innovation economy, announced July 2 it awarded a $50,000 acceleration grant to ThreatCaptain LLC of Greenville. The information technology startup is a financial cyber risk tool tailored specifically for managed service providers. FRD Accel LLC...

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) will conduct a temporary overnight closure of the existing I-126 ramps at Colonial Life Blvd. on Tues., July 2, and Wed., July 3, from 9 p.m. until 6 a.m. Drivers will be detoured using the Greystone Blvd./Riverbanks Zoo interchange at I-126. The detour...

WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Soldiers of the 1782nd Engineer Support Company from the South Carolina National Guard (SCNG) reunited with their families after being gone for nearly a year. According to SCNG, the united deployed in support of Combined Joint Task Force Horn of Africa. While there, the soldiers...

COLUMBIA — It could be January before a new law barring K-12 students in South Carolina from using their cellphones in class takes effect, according to a memo from the state’s education agency. A clause included in the state budget requires districts to adopt a policy banning cellphones during the school day or risk losing […] The post Cellphone ban in K-12 schools will not begin immediately, SC education officials say appeared first on SC Daily Gazette.

Hurricane season has officially begun in South Carolina and it is important for residents of our coastal state to prepare. South Carolinians should put time and effort into developing a plan for hurricanes and tropical storms because your safety and security is of the highest importance. Keep these resources in...

The official roster on South Carolina's website was recently updated, and it includes the names of several freshmen, who have joined the team as walk-ons. A majority of the freshmen walk-ons are from the state of South Carolina, but the Gamecocks have added players from North Carolina, Virginia and Texas. All have reported to campus and are with the team for summer workouts.

SOUTH CAROLINA — The South Carolina State Fair is now accepting entries for its annual competitive exhibits, which will be on display Oc

State Rep. Heather Bauer sent a mailer to constituents in her district that discussed state employee pay raises and money for the Clemson veterinary school.

… Santa Monica College news/talk KCRW Los Angeles (89.9) and Metro Art partner for two “Summer Nights” of music at historic Union Station in Downtown Los Angeles. Station DJs Jeremy Sole, Chris Douridas, and Raul Campos will spin music at the event, which will take place Saturday, July 20, and Saturday, July 27. “We couldn’t be more excited about partnering with Metro Art to throw an epic dance party in one of LA’s iconic locations, Union Station,” Chief Audience Officer Nathalie said in a release. “And what’s almost as good as the cool music and vibes? The fact that it’s the easiest one to get to… just take Metro.”

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A recent study by WalletHub took a look at 150 major cities in America and used 11 different parameters to determine which places were the most or least educated. Some of those parameters include how many adults have higher than a high school diploma, the quality...