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“I made it pretty clear that I’m gonna stick with South Carolina as long as Coach Beamer is there.”
Why South Carolina’s top 2026 commitment stayed loyal in a turbulent season
“I made it pretty clear that I’m gonna stick with South Carolina as long as Coach Beamer is there.”
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December 2, 2025 at 12:20 PM
“I made it pretty clear that I’m gonna stick with South Carolina as long as Coach Beamer is there.”
The body was discovered over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, according to the Richland County Sheriff’s Department.
Richland County deputies found a body, now they’re searching for his killer
The body was discovered over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, according to the Richland County Sheriff’s Department.
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December 2, 2025 at 12:10 PM
The body was discovered over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, according to the Richland County Sheriff’s Department.
Several Midlands homes go all out decorating for the holidays. Take a look.
Christmas light displays in the SC Midlands: Here’s your holiday guide
Several Midlands homes go all out decorating for the holidays. Take a look.
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December 2, 2025 at 11:10 AM
Several Midlands homes go all out decorating for the holidays. Take a look.
SC Attorney General’s office rebuffs claim by Jay Lucas that if elected to the state Supreme Court, he can ignore mandatory retirement age of 72
Attorney General stands by 2022 opinion that 72 is retirement age for SC judges
SC Attorney General’s office rebuffs claim by Jay Lucas that if elected to the state Supreme Court, he can ignore mandatory retirement age of 72
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December 2, 2025 at 10:40 AM
SC Attorney General’s office rebuffs claim by Jay Lucas that if elected to the state Supreme Court, he can ignore mandatory retirement age of 72
Hubbard, the Panthers’ best player in 2024, was demoted this season due to the emergence of Rico Dowdle. He handled it beautifully.
Panthers’ Chuba Hubbard could teach us all a lesson on handling disappointment
Hubbard, the Panthers’ best player in 2024, was demoted this season due to the emergence of Rico Dowdle. He handled it beautifully.
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December 2, 2025 at 10:20 AM
Hubbard, the Panthers’ best player in 2024, was demoted this season due to the emergence of Rico Dowdle. He handled it beautifully.
The termination letters to three university employees called their behavior “blatantly unprofessional” and “unbecoming.”
‘Lost confidence.’ Records show why Clemson fired 3 over Charlie Kirk posts
The termination letters to three university employees called their behavior “blatantly unprofessional” and “unbecoming.”
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December 2, 2025 at 10:10 AM
The termination letters to three university employees called their behavior “blatantly unprofessional” and “unbecoming.”
Looking to revamp your skincare routine or get rid of those fine lines? Shop 26 of our favorite K-beauty products, on sale for Black Friday Week on Amazon.
25+ Korean Beauty Deals to Shop on Amazon for Black Friday
Looking to revamp your skincare routine or get rid of those fine lines? Shop 26 of our favorite K-beauty products, on sale for Black Friday Week on Amazon.
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December 2, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Looking to revamp your skincare routine or get rid of those fine lines? Shop 26 of our favorite K-beauty products, on sale for Black Friday Week on Amazon.
The Gamecocks are still making a push for the Dutch Fork defensive end.
Julian Walker details Michigan visit; where things stand with South Carolina
The Gamecocks are still making a push for the Dutch Fork defensive end.
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December 2, 2025 at 7:20 AM
The Gamecocks are still making a push for the Dutch Fork defensive end.
Dante Reno helped Yale do something that hasn’t been done in 25 years.
Former South Carolina quarterback leads thrilling comeback in FCS playoff game
Dante Reno helped Yale do something that hasn’t been done in 25 years.
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December 2, 2025 at 3:20 AM
Dante Reno helped Yale do something that hasn’t been done in 25 years.
The school is taking the first steps toward transforming Williams-Brice Stadium.
South Carolina begins Williams-Brice renovation work in days after Clemson game
The school is taking the first steps toward transforming Williams-Brice Stadium.
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December 2, 2025 at 2:10 AM
The school is taking the first steps toward transforming Williams-Brice Stadium.
The adviser on the Mace campaign said President Donald Trump should ‘scratch her name from the list’ as much of the campaign has been about who will get the president’s endorsement.
Ex-Trump SC director quits Mace campaign. Will it sway president’s endorsement?
The adviser on the Mace campaign said President Donald Trump should ‘scratch her name from the list’ as much of the campaign has been about who will get the president’s endorsement.
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December 2, 2025 at 1:40 AM
The adviser on the Mace campaign said President Donald Trump should ‘scratch her name from the list’ as much of the campaign has been about who will get the president’s endorsement.
The Gamecocks moved in the AP Top 25 for the first time this season.
Where South Carolina WBB ranks in Top 25, first NET rankings after Texas loss
The Gamecocks moved in the AP Top 25 for the first time this season.
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December 2, 2025 at 1:30 AM
The Gamecocks moved in the AP Top 25 for the first time this season.
The Gamecocks are still making a push for the Dutch Fork defensive end.
Julian Walker details Michigan visit; where things stand with South Carolina
The Gamecocks are still making a push for the Dutch Fork defensive end.
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December 2, 2025 at 1:10 AM
The Gamecocks are still making a push for the Dutch Fork defensive end.
“Your costs aren’t covered to put on their show,” Denny Hamlin, co-owner of 23XI Racing, said Monday. “And there’s only one side going out of business.”
Denny Hamlin: NASCAR, Cup teams fight for same sponsors, ‘only one side’ is struggling
“Your costs aren’t covered to put on their show,” Denny Hamlin, co-owner of 23XI Racing, said Monday. “And there’s only one side going out of business.”
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December 2, 2025 at 12:40 AM
“Your costs aren’t covered to put on their show,” Denny Hamlin, co-owner of 23XI Racing, said Monday. “And there’s only one side going out of business.”
The planned Columbia restaurant will be a brick-and-mortar offering from a popular local food truck.
This bustling Columbia road is getting a new Filipino restaurant. Here’s where
The planned Columbia restaurant will be a brick-and-mortar offering from a popular local food truck.
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December 1, 2025 at 11:50 PM
The planned Columbia restaurant will be a brick-and-mortar offering from a popular local food truck.
A Texas bowl is still the favorite, but the 7-5 Tigers may have worked their way into other options.
Clemson football’s latest bowl projections trending up after South Carolina win
A Texas bowl is still the favorite, but the 7-5 Tigers may have worked their way into other options.
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December 1, 2025 at 9:20 PM
A Texas bowl is still the favorite, but the 7-5 Tigers may have worked their way into other options.
Dante Reno helped Yale do something that hasn’t been done in 25 years.
Former South Carolina quarterback leads thrilling comeback in FCS playoff game
Dante Reno helped Yale do something that hasn’t been done in 25 years.
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December 1, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Dante Reno helped Yale do something that hasn’t been done in 25 years.
Imagine a ship buried 5 feet deep on an island.
Civil War wrecks vanish, then drone finds buried ‘anomalies’ on land, SC data shows
Imagine a ship buried 5 feet deep on an island.
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December 1, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Imagine a ship buried 5 feet deep on an island.
Residents pushed back against a proposal that could allow up to 75 acres of land to be cleared for development at a time.
Lexington County proposal could allow more clear-cutting for development
Residents pushed back against a proposal that could allow up to 75 acres of land to be cleared for development at a time.
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December 1, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Residents pushed back against a proposal that could allow up to 75 acres of land to be cleared for development at a time.
The school is taking the first steps toward transforming Williams-Brice Stadium.
South Carolina begins Williams-Brice renovation work in days after Clemson game
The school is taking the first steps toward transforming Williams-Brice Stadium.
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December 1, 2025 at 7:50 PM
The school is taking the first steps toward transforming Williams-Brice Stadium.
The Gamecocks are set to host their third top-100 NET opponent of the season.
Must-win game? 3 things to watch in South Carolina MBB vs. Virginia Tech
The Gamecocks are set to host their third top-100 NET opponent of the season.
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December 1, 2025 at 7:40 PM
The Gamecocks are set to host their third top-100 NET opponent of the season.
The adviser on the Mace campaign said President Donald Trump should ‘scratch her name from the list’ as much of the campaign has been about who will get the president’s endorsement.
Ex-Trump SC director quits Mace campaign. Will it sway president’s endorsement?
The adviser on the Mace campaign said President Donald Trump should ‘scratch her name from the list’ as much of the campaign has been about who will get the president’s endorsement.
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December 1, 2025 at 7:30 PM
The adviser on the Mace campaign said President Donald Trump should ‘scratch her name from the list’ as much of the campaign has been about who will get the president’s endorsement.
The Gamecocks moved in the AP Top 25 for the first time this season.
Where South Carolina WBB ranks in Top 25, first NET rankings after Texas loss
The Gamecocks moved in the AP Top 25 for the first time this season.
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December 1, 2025 at 7:21 PM
The Gamecocks moved in the AP Top 25 for the first time this season.
Anyone with information about the deadly shooting is asked to call the Richland County Sheriff’s Department at 803-576-3000.
Man found riddled with bullets inside vehicle dies at hospital, SC sheriff says
Anyone with information about the deadly shooting is asked to call the Richland County Sheriff’s Department at 803-576-3000.
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December 1, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Anyone with information about the deadly shooting is asked to call the Richland County Sheriff’s Department at 803-576-3000.
The Panthers sent wideout Adam Thielen to the Minnesota Vikings in August. The Vikings are cutting Thielen with five weeks left in the season.
Vikings to waive ex-Panthers WR Adam Thielen: What it means for 2025 trade
The Panthers sent wideout Adam Thielen to the Minnesota Vikings in August. The Vikings are cutting Thielen with five weeks left in the season.
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December 1, 2025 at 6:40 PM
The Panthers sent wideout Adam Thielen to the Minnesota Vikings in August. The Vikings are cutting Thielen with five weeks left in the season.