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Former South Carolina Gamecock Dan Reeves dies of dementia complications at age 77

By Glenn Minnis | Jan 6, 2022

NFL player and coach Dan Reeves, who led the 1998-99 “Dirty Birds” Atlanta Falcons to the team’s first Super Bowl appearance, recently passed away in his Atlanta home.

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South Carolina residents should be aware of scams involving the illegal sale of 'tiny homes'

By Glenn Minnis | Jan 5, 2022

The Manufactured Housing Institute of South Carolina (MHISC) is sounding the alarm about a housing scam that misrepresents illegal structures as residential "tiny homes."

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South Carolina football's Foster nominated for Burlsworth Trophy

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 3, 2021

University of South Carolina former walk-on Jaylan Foster has been tabbed as one of 88 finalists for the 2021 Burlsworth Trophy.

Hamner claims ITA All-American National Championship title

By Glenn Minnis | Oct 21, 2021

  South Carolina freshmen tennis star Sarah Hamner recently etched her name in the school’s record book by winning the ITA All-American National Championship title.

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Richland County seeks artists to help educate youngsters on stormwater pollution

By Glenn Minnis | Oct 20, 2021

The Richland County Stormwater Management Division (RCSMD) is seeking eager and talented voices to simplify a complex topic for residents.

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Columbia College enrollment headed in the right direction - up

By Glenn Minnis | Oct 3, 2021

Columbia College enrollment grew this year compared to 2020, keeping alive a plan to increase the number of students on campus by 50% over the next five years.

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Clarendon County historical markers honor case that helped end segregation in schools

By Glenn Minnis | Sep 10, 2021

U.S. Rep. James Clyburn (D-SC) recently joined members of the Summerton Community Action Group to mark the unveiling of three historical markers in the town of the Briggs v. Elliott case, renowned for being the first of five cases to go before the Supreme Court as Brown v. the Board of Education.

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SC Housing: Paperwork reduction key in making federal, state rent relief funds easier to access

By Glenn Minnis | Aug 22, 2021

South Carolina Housing said it's doing all it can to make the paperwork strain easier on folks facing the consequences of being in arrears in rent and utilities payments.

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As new school year begins, pediatrician offers tips to reduce anxiety levels in kids, parents

By Glenn Minnis | Aug 15, 2021

Returning to school after summer break can be as stressful for parents as it is for students, and Columbia pediatrician Dr. Deborah Greenhouse wants to make sure the former is doing its homework to start this school year.