Tag: politics
Young candidate who lost close election plans to stay involved in West Columbia’s future
Ashley Johnson, a 34-year-old realtor, isn’t daunted by her lack of political experience or her loss in last week’s West Columbia City Council race. She just wants to improve her city.
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Early voting turnout quadruples that in SC primaries
South Carolina saw early voting for the first time during this year’s June primaries. Now, it has taken off in the General Election.
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What should be expected from SC gov candidates?
Henry McMaster and Joe Cunningham had their sole debate this week before the Nov. 8 election.
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Columbia grappling with nationwide question of how to regulate short-term rental business
Columbia is working to to regulate short-term rental units to appease neighbors who don’t want Airbnbs on their street and industry leaders who make a living by renting out homes.
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SC abortion bill could lead to logistical problems, experts say
The recent South Carolina abortion bill could lead to logistical problems for those seeking abortions across the state, according to experts.
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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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Black students face significant debt despite loan forgiveness plan
A student studies on campus at USC. Photo by: Shakeem Jones President Biden’s announcement...
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S.C. Senate moves to allow sex offenders off the state registry
A South Carolina bill giving registered sex offenders the option to have their names taken off the sex offender registry through petition is set to enter the Senate floor after passing in full committee.
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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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South Carolina leaders optimistic about Childs’ nomination to Supreme Court
After being named by the White House as a potential nominee for the U.S. Supreme Court, J. Michele Childs has support from South Carolina leaders.
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Senators aim to reach agreement over medical marijuana bill next week
The Senate is still debating a proposed bill of medical marijuana. Tom Davis, the main sponsor of the bill, believes the measure would be beneficial for those suffering from chronic pain.
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Churches suffered losses during the pandemic. This congregation lost its pastor.
Chairs separated for social distancing. Fist bumps and waves instead of hugs and handshakes. New pastors in the pulpit. South Carolina churches have been affected by the pandemic in many ways and some are changed forever.
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