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Local organizations seeking solutions to Columbia’s affordable housing crisis
Columbia has 1,684 affordable units, about half the number available in 1998. Here’s how local organizations are working to improve the housing shortage.
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Columbia’s first student-run World AIDS Day draws positive community support
World AIDS Day has been observed at the South Carolina State House on Dec. 1 for the past five years. This year, students led the event.
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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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Fate and fortune align for Pearl Fryar Topiary Garden restoration
Pearl Fryar’s topiary garden in Bishopville, S.C., the only one of its kind, is being renovated by the University of South Carolina’s McKissick Museum. Learn more about the man behind the repairs and the history of this exceptional garden.
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Librarians defend book collections during ‘uptick’ in book challenges
While the debate over book challenges may be complex, librarians believe their role in the matter is a lot simpler than it seems.
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Caring for the caregivers
November is National Caregivers Month, which supports those who care for elderly and people with Alzheimer’s disease.
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Former Allen Benedict residents still feel effects of Columbia’s negligence
Three years after a fatal gas leak forced them from their homes, former Allen Benedict Court residents say they are still looking for safe and permanent housing options.
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DHEC provides Covid-19 update for the holiday season
DHEC discusses precautions that should be taken during holidays travels.
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Miffed UofSC presidential search committee member quits
University donor and member of presidential search committee, Lou Kennedy, has resigned from her position following remarks from Board Chairman Dorn Smith.
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Old is new again: How vintage fashion is now a multi-billion dollar industry
With a rise in conscientious shopping seen throughout the pandemic, the vintage clothing business has become a thriving industry accessible for anyone willing to rifle through massive bins of used clothing.
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The duel has begun! UofSC and Clemson battle for organ donors
Battling against Clemson is back again and Donate Life SC is having their annual donor registry duel between Carolina and Clemson to see which school can get the most registered on the state and national donor registry.
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Fraternal Order of Police honors fallen officers, past and present
Fourteen fallen officers, including four from the 19th and 20th centuries, will be remembered at a service on the State House grounds Friday night.
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