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‘The time has come to sell Santee Cooper:’ Senate leader moves to offload state utility

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‘The time has come to sell Santee Cooper:’ Senate leader moves to offload state utility

In a major plot twist, the Senate President moved to authorize the sale of Santee Cooper Wednesday.

March 20, 2019 12:24 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

Beto O’Rourke aims to appeal to SC black voters in his first campaign tour

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Beto O’Rourke aims to appeal to SC black voters in his first campaign tour

March 20, 2019 10:26 AM

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

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

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

Everything you need to know about parking during the NCAA tournament in Columbia

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Everything you need to know about parking during the NCAA tournament in Columbia

March 20, 2019 09:40 AM

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

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Foster dad to 30 kids molested at least one of them — and maybe more, SC cops say

March 20, 2019 06:50 PM

Hurricanes Florence, Michael ravaged Carolinas. There won’t be another with those names

March 20, 2019 05:48 PM

Gamecock legend Alex English talks Zion, makes NCAA Tournament picks

March 20, 2019 05:58 PM

Watch this 800-pound bison do a ‘happy dance’ on first day of spring

March 20, 2019 04:55 PM

Medical marijuana advances in SC Senate

March 20, 2019 12:58 PM

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NCAA Tournament: How does a 16-seed prepare for a 1? Gardner-Webb coach explains

March 20, 2019 03:03 PM

Fur over feathers: How to pick the best mascot bracket

March 20, 2019 05:16 PM

Wofford practices ahead of 2019 NCAA Tournament

March 20, 2019 06:43 PM

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Medical marijuana advances in SC Senate

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Medical marijuana advances in SC Senate

March 20, 2019 12:58 PM

Lexington 1 is step closer to building middle school as board votes on land purchases

March 20, 2019 10:40 AM

NCAA tournament filling Columbia hotels. Here are some close to arena that have rooms

March 20, 2019 10:15 AM

Everything you need to know about parking during the NCAA tournament in Columbia

March 20, 2019 09:40 AM

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Columbia native Jordan Bruner played big role in Yale reaching NCAA Tournament

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Columbia native Jordan Bruner played big role in Yale reaching NCAA Tournament

March 20, 2019 07:26 PM

What Wofford must do to beat Seton Hall in first round of NCAA Tournament

March 20, 2019 07:01 PM

What South Carolina’s offensive coordinator thinks about three receivers he’s signed

March 20, 2019 04:53 PM

Why South Carolina didn’t consider pulling Jake Bentley after Scarnecchia beat Mizzou

March 20, 2019 04:29 PM

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‘The time has come to sell Santee Cooper:’ Senate leader moves to offload state utility

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‘The time has come to sell Santee Cooper:’ Senate leader moves to offload state utility

March 20, 2019 12:24 PM

SC House votes to give electric co-ops more oversight in wake of The State investigation

March 20, 2019 12:20 PM

Beto O’Rourke aims to appeal to SC black voters in his first campaign tour

March 20, 2019 10:26 AM

General wanted a higher lake to beautify Ft. Jackson. Then, a dam broke.

March 20, 2019 03:27 PM

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Gun violence could be curbed with help from gun-sport enthusiasts

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Gun violence could be curbed with help from gun-sport enthusiasts

March 20, 2019 11:58 AM

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

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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.

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Kyle Busch tied Richard Petty’s record of 200 NASCAR wins. So, what’s next?

March 20, 2019 05:34 PM

Duke remains an unfinished product, which is a scary thought

March 20, 2019 04:13 PM

Why South Carolina didn’t consider pulling Jake Bentley after Scarnecchia beat Mizzou

March 20, 2019 04:29 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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