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New Americas Program says refugees are not hopeless, fouses on empowerment
The Lutheran Services program offers resettlement assistance and support to legal immigrants and refugees.
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A special prom for students with special needs
Dreher High School gives all students an opportunity to hit the dance floor.
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Politicians are talking abortion – but they’re not the only ones
South Carolina organizations are lobbying to protect reproductive rights as legislators rework a bill that would prohibit almost all abortions.
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‘Simply Devine,’ local shop, invites other small businesses to partner
Kudzu Bakery and Market is inviting local businesses into its space, pop-up style, most recently offering a tasting from Billy G’s Carolina BBQ on Wednesday.
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South Carolina State University grieves student loss
South Carolina State University is grieving after a student died earlier this week.
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Amid education crisis, S.C. teachers receive starting salary boost, bonuses
As teachers are leaving the classroom at record-breaking numbers, legislators approve a $40,000 starting salary for teachers and local school districts provide educators with multiple bonuses.
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Dean at law school concerned by Russian violations of international law
UofSC law school Dean Joel Samuels believes Russia may not face consequences for violating international law in Ukraine; a scenario he says is “heartbreaking.”
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Former Paris players say coach will bring personality, heart to UofSC
Over the last 25 years, South Carolina men’s basketball head coach Lamont Paris has coached many players who he has impacted, including former players at Chattanooga and Wisconsin.
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Pastors press Richland County sheriff to expand inquiry into officer-involved shooting
Lawyers and religious leaders held a press conference at the Richland County Sheriff’s Department to discuss last Saturday’s officer-involved shooting and press for more accountability.
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Blythewood teacher and lobbyist “changing the conversation” on education
Government teacher and education lobbyist Patrick Kelly wears two hats while combating the South Carolina education crisis. Both of his roles are directly impacting the state of education in S.C.
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State employees fighting for paid parental leave
University of South Carolina employees marched to the legislature to demand paid leave following the birth or adoption of a child.
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Graham pressures Biden to send air support to Ukraine after Zelensky addresses Congress
Following an address by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to Congress on Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham introduced a resolution calling on President Biden to send Poland’s MiG fighter jets and air defense systems to Ukraine.
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