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"They don't want to be tracked": Midlands see increase in number of homeless families
Lexington County (WACH) — A growing homeless crisis is becoming more mainstream in the Midlands, spotlighting not only the growing number of people facing poverty but also the struggles of a more hidden community. However, the hiding places of certain people are beginning to become clear as families from Richland to Lexington County start to call out for help. "They don't want to be counted and they don't want to be tracked," said President of Homeless No More, Dr. Lila Anna Sauls.
USC ends teacher-training program on ‘culturally relevant’ K-12 lessons, citing funding issues
COLUMBIA – The University of South Carolina is ending a teacher-training program that sought to improve Black students’ success in school by incorporating their life experiences in classroom lessons. The governing board for the state’s largest university system voted Friday to end the Center for the Education and Equity of African American Students — a […]
USC Outlines Bold Vision for Columbia Campus
The University of South Carolina’s Board of Trustees approved on Friday (Aug. 23) the “USC Next” campus master plan, establishing an ambitious vision for future growth and development on the school’s Columbia campus. USC Next was developed in collaboration with Sasaki Associates design firm and provides...
The University of South Carolina says it's a free speech issue
COLUMBIA — A social media message circulating among University of South Carolina alumni is criticizing the state’s largest university system for allowing a student event featuring a pair of controversial far-right political provocateurs, including the founder of the Proud Boys. In response, a college spokesman said allowing the...
VARSITY FOOTBALL OPENS UP THE SEASON HOSTING WHITE KNOLL, SATURDAY, AUGUST 24TH
Varsity Football opens up their 2024 season Saturday, August 24th @ Zemp Stadium. The Bulldogs will be hosting the Timberwolves of White Knoll in a non region game. Kickoff is set for 7:00 pm and tickets can be purchased online by scanning the qr code. There will be limited cash tickets at the gate that can be purchased as well, both cash & online tickets are $7.00.
Spokesdog Contest Underway: Your Dog Could Be the Face of Columbia Craft’s Bark Brew
Palmetto Animal Assisted Life Services (PAALS) and Columbia Craft Brewery have teamed up for an exciting Spokesdog Contest to find the perfect canine face for Columbia Craft’s seasonal release, Bark Brew. Dog owners across the Midlands can enter their furry friends into the contest by registering online at gogophotocontest.com/barkbrew from July 18 through August 31. Participants can upload a photo and a short biography of their dog, and the public will vote to choose the winning pup, whose image and story will grace the label of this year’s Bark Brew.
Sweet Feet Diabetic Foot Spa
“With good will doing service, as to the Lord, and not to men” Ephesians 6:7. Sweet Feet Diabetic Foot Spa was founded by Dr. Hillery Dolford DNP, FNP-C, WCC, DWC a board-certified Doctor of Nursing Practice. Located at 2724 W. Palmetto Street, Ste.3, Florence, South Carolina Sweet Feet provide...
Johnson steps down as Nation Ford athletic director
Nearly two years after their last athletic director resigned, Nation Ford High School is in the market for another one. Falcons’ athletic director Dave Johnson resigned from his job earlier this week after holding the position for roughly two years. Johnson took the job as an interim in August 2022 after former athletic director Jaybe Shackleford resigned following a motorcycle accident. Ironically, both resignations came during the third week of August roughly two years apart.
Barnwell grounds Blackville-Hilda in high school football season opener
Aug. 22—BARNWELL 24, BLACKVILLE-HILDA 7 BLACKVILLE — Barnwell head football coach Brian Smith went back and watched the film from last year's Week 2 loss to Blackville-Hilda. He didn't mince words with his players — he wasn't happy reliving those memories. Who were those Warhorses? Certainly not the same group that picked up a pair of wins in the playoffs to earn a shot at Oceanside Collegiate ...
The Blitz – Week 0 scores & highlights
MYRTLE BEACH (WBTW) – High School Football is back! Below are the scores & highlights from week 0 across the Pee Dee and Grand Strand. The home team is listed on the bottom. THURSDAY NIGHT: Marion 0Lake View 42 (Final) FRIDAY NIGHT: Wando 21Socastee 16 (Final) Lake City 6Myrtle Beach 21 (Final) West Brunswick (NC) […]
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