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These two Midlands schools were just named some of South Carolina’s finest

The local schools were surprised big-time on Tuesday when the winners of 2019 Palmetto’s Finest Schools were announced.

March 19, 2019 03:22 PM

In Columbia for the NCAA tournament? Here are 5 cool things to do

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In Columbia for the NCAA tournament? Here are 5 cool things to do

March 19, 2019 03:49 PM

SC leaders talked a big game but failed to save the state’s nuclear program from Trump

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SC leaders talked a big game but failed to save the state’s nuclear program from Trump

March 19, 2019 09:19 PM

Clemson grad jumps into ‘Shark Tank’ to pitch product he calls ‘kooler than a cooler’

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Clemson grad jumps into ‘Shark Tank’ to pitch product he calls ‘kooler than a cooler’

March 19, 2019 10:08 PM

Okurrrt! Cardi B is coming to Columbia. Here’s what you need to know

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Okurrrt! Cardi B is coming to Columbia. Here’s what you need to know

March 19, 2019 12:17 PM

Richland County teen allegedly found with gun at middle school, deputies say

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Richland County teen allegedly found with gun at middle school, deputies say

March 19, 2019 04:28 PM

It’s official: South Carolina to host in Charlotte, stick close to home for NCAAs

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It’s official: South Carolina to host in Charlotte, stick close to home for NCAAs

March 18, 2019 05:13 PM

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Another giant corpse washes up on Outer Banks, as humpback whale deaths continue

March 20, 2019 07:35 AM

Time-lapse video: Colonial Life Arena transformed for NCAA Tournament

March 19, 2019 08:37 PM

Woman finds spy camera in gym but vows to keep going after losing 100+ pounds

March 19, 2019 07:02 PM

Big nights from Hopkins, Allen spur Gamecocks to road win over Furman

March 19, 2019 09:18 PM

Man tried to hide power tool crime by burning down the security cameras, SC cops say

March 19, 2019 04:39 PM

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How shoe companies secure brand loyalty to basketball’s top stars

March 19, 2019 06:38 PM

NC State’s Keatts on victory over Hofstra: ‘We are playing for a championship’

March 19, 2019 09:53 PM

NC State defeats Hofstra in NIT action

March 19, 2019 09:19 PM

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In Columbia for the NCAA tournament? Here are 5 cool things to do

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In Columbia for the NCAA tournament? Here are 5 cool things to do

March 19, 2019 03:49 PM

These two Midlands schools were just named some of South Carolina’s finest

March 19, 2019 03:22 PM

Here’s what’s going in the old Toys R Us site at Harbison

March 19, 2019 02:39 PM

Lots of $20 tickets for Columbia NCAA games. But to see Zion, it’ll cost you

March 18, 2019 02:10 PM

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NCAA Tournament returns to Columbia. Its last time here was madness for Gamecocks

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NCAA Tournament returns to Columbia. Its last time here was madness for Gamecocks

March 20, 2019 07:50 AM

The nation is about to learn what Wofford foes know: Fletcher Magee is a handful

March 20, 2019 07:44 AM

Big nights from Hopkins, Allen spur Gamecocks to road win over Furman

March 19, 2019 09:18 PM

Clemson hangs on for first round NIT win against Wright State

March 19, 2019 08:58 PM

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Cory Booker to hold CNN town hall in SC

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Cory Booker to hold CNN town hall in SC

March 19, 2019 12:50 PM

Trying to lure Carolina Panthers to SC, state lawmakers work to provide tax breaks

March 19, 2019 11:22 AM

Cory Booker is popping up in SC this week. Here’s where you can see him

March 18, 2019 05:51 PM

SC school boards, cities do business behind closed doors. Why that could change

March 18, 2019 02:43 PM

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Wealthy have always gotten privileges, not just during college bribery scandal

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Wealthy have always gotten privileges, not just during college bribery scandal

March 19, 2019 01:14 PM

How House Democrats pulled a bait and switch on impeaching Donald Trump

March 19, 2019 12:15 AM

Increasing SC solar options would attract jobs, enhance economic development

March 15, 2019 10:59 AM

There’s a renaissance on the African continent that the U.S. can’t afford to dismiss | Opinion

March 14, 2019 04:37 PM

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One of the Jenkinsville Water Company towers overlooks Lake Monticello. 12/18/18

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Thousands exposed to dangerous drinking water across South Carolina

The Jenkinsville Water System company failed to inform customers drinking water was contaminated with bacteria. Other small water systems have had troubles with chemicals, nitrates and heavy metals.

Blogs & Columns

LeVelle Moton dazzles every March, so why is he still at NC Central?

March 19, 2019 03:35 PM

Here’s Thomas Brown’s plan for South Carolina’s running backs

March 19, 2019 02:06 PM

What South Carolina’s newest coach thinks about sack totals

March 18, 2019 09:51 PM

Photo Gallery: NC State defeats Hofstra in first round of NIT

Photo Gallery: NC State defeats Hofstra in first round of NIT

March 19, 2019 11:23 PM

Photo Gallery: North Carolina vs Duke | March 15, 2019

Photo Gallery: North Carolina vs Duke | March 15, 2019

March 16, 2019 03:35 AM

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of March 11, 2019

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of March 11, 2019

March 13, 2019 06:24 PM

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Here is how you can enjoy spring without sneezing

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Photos from Elton John’s farewell tour in Columbia.

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Photos from Elton John’s farewell tour in Columbia.

March 13, 2019 11:14 PM

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NEEDTOBREATHE’s new acoustic live album brings more inspiration than you might think

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NEEDTOBREATHE’s new acoustic live album brings more inspiration than you might think

March 07, 2019 11:43 AM

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