May 1 teacher walkout could spark change and repercussions
Some teachers are planning on a May 1 “all out” walkout to protest the legislature’s failure to enact K-12 education reform.
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Author: Zack Bennett
Former educators outraged with attempted education reform
Former education professionals gathered at the South Carolina Education Association Retired Annual Convention, where many expressed outrage and disappointment with the process surrounding education reform so far this year.
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Ride sharing safety in focus after Five Points fatal abduction
The death of slain USC student Samantha Josephson serves as a shocking reminder to ride share users to always verify the vehicle’s driver.
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S.C. natives return to Palmetto State for March Madness
After leaving their home state of South Carolina to play college basketball elsewhere, several Carolina basketball stars will return to the Palmetto State for the first and second rounds of the NCAA March Madness Tournament at Colonial Life Arena.
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Return to nature: Reminder of 2015 flood destruction demolished
Title Loans, on the corner of Devine Street and Crowson Road, is the first of two former loan...
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Concessions lines, service frustrate Gamecock baseball fans
Some Gamecock baseball fans were dissatisfied with concessions at Founders Park, provoking a response from administrators.
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K-12 reform bill draws support from House, ire from educators
The S.C. House of Representatives passed a version of the K-12 education reform bill, but many are still not happy with its contents.
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At FoodShare, fresh fruits and a lesson on cooking Brussels sprouts
A local nonprofit aims to tackle health inequities through a holistic approach, living by the motto “Good Healthy Food for All.”
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Weekend flood warnings issued for Congaree River
Due to rising water levels, the National Weather Service has issued flood warnings and a flood advisory along the Congaree.
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VP Pence promotes economic opportunity in South Carolina
Vice President Mike Pence and U.S. Sen. Tim Scott came to Columbia to promote an economic opportunity in low income communities.
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