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$1.9B in bonds issued to refinance acquisition of 3 South Carolina hospitals
The South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority has issued nearly $2 billion in bonds in the acquisition of three hospital systems, marking JEDA’s largest transaction in its history. Included i...
Columbia lawyer to lead one of state’s top legal organizations
The South Carolina Association for Justice has unanimously elected Sydney Lynn as its new president. Lynn, an attorney at Charleston-based Joye Law Firm, will preside over the 1,400-member association...
South Carolina death row inmate wants his attorney to decide how he will die
This story originally appeared on South Carolina Daily Gazette. COLUMBIA — The South Carolina inmate scheduled for execution next month gave his attorney the power to decide how he will die, according to court filings. Meanwhile, the state Supreme Court said it will not schedule any more executions until justices decide how much time should […]
Q&A with Furman beat writer Jay Jacobs
The Daily Journal caught up with Furman beat writer Jay Jacobs of Furman Joust to see what he considers the keys to the Ole Miss-Furman matchup. This is a Furman program that has made consecutive FCS playoff appearances. What would you say the state of the program is? What sort of expectations do the Paladins have in 2024? Last year Furman had a lot of experience, which helped lead them to a ...
Teen charged in failed armed robbery attempt that left 15-year-old dead
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The Charleston Police Department shared new details about a shooting that left a 15-year-old boy dead. Desean Matthews, 18, of Charleston is charged with attempted murder and armed robbery, according to Sgt. Chris Stinson. The charges stem from the deadly shooting that happened outside of the...
Here's when you should hit the road over Labor Day, according to experts
ATLANTA — It's time to take advantage of the last gasp of summer, but if you're planning a little Labor Day vacation, you may want to strategize a time to hit the road or airport when you won't bombarded by other travelers. According to AAA booking data, domestic travel...
Chatham County man could face five years for bomb hoax
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — A Chatham County man could face a five-year prison sentence after he pled guilty to making a bomb threat. Mohammed Arafat Afaneh, 28, of Savannah, is waiting for sentencing after pleading guilty to False Information and Hoaxes, Jill E. Steinberg, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Georgia said in a […]
Beamer challenging defense to keep its edge before Old Dominion
Even with just a few days left on the offseason, Shane Beamer is still looking for ways to light a fire under his players, particularly on the defensive side of the ball. That's not to say the guys on South Carolina's defense need an extra edge right now. Between Nick Emmanwori, Debo Williams and all the other veterans throughout the Gamecocks defense, there isn't a shortage of energy and enthusiasm during the first game week of the season.
Volunteers needed to create kid-friendly surgical caps for Columbia hospital
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Calling all crafters, church groups, and sewing circles! Prisma Health Children's Hospital is seeking volunteers to create kid-friendly surgical caps for pint-sized patients awaiting surgery or treatments at the Columbia hospital. The Sew CAPtivating surgical cap program, launched about 14 years ago, provides every child scheduled...
Suspect dead in officer-involved shooting in Liberty County
LIBERTY COUNTY, Ga. (WSAV) – A suspect involved in a domestic dispute is dead after being shot by a Liberty County deputy Tuesday morning, officials tell News 3. The shooting took place around 9:30 a.m. Tuesday morning in the area of the 400 block of Old Hines Road in Flemington. The officer involved was not […]
Football Recap: Hampton County Starts Season with Win at Home
Hampton County took care of business in their home opener on Friday (and then some). They were the clear victor by a 41-20 margin over the Colleton County Cougars. That's more bragging rights for the Hurricanes, who also won the pair's last head-to-head. Hampton County found their leader in underclassman...
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