Columbia Standard

Senators Scott, Lankford, Congresswoman Foxx Champion Bill to Restore Parental Rights

By Columbia Standard | Jan 10, 2024

WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Senators Tim Scott (R-S.C) and James Lankford (R-Okla.) and House Education and Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx (R-N.C.) introduced the Families’ Rights and Responsibilities Act, a bill that seeks to restore and affirm the fundamental right of parents to control the upbringing of their child. The legislation aims to prevent federal government overreach and ensure that parents remain the primary decision-makers in their child's life."Parents have a fundamental right to control the upbringing of their child, whether it’s in the...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Kershaw County in week ending Jan. 6?

By Columbia Standard | Jan 10, 2024

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Kershaw County was found at one gas station in the week ending Jan. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Richland County in week ending Jan. 6

By Columbia Standard | Jan 9, 2024

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Richland County was found at one gas station in the week ending Jan. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

Senator Scott Continues to Champion Law Enforcement, Thanks Officers on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

By Columbia Standard | Jan 9, 2024

Today, on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) expressed his gratitude to law enforcement officers for their dedication and sacrifice in protecting communities across South Carolina and the nation. Senator Scott emphasized his commitment to supporting law enforcement and implementing practical solutions to restore law and order and ensure the safety of Americans.Senator Scott acknowledged the daily risk faced by law enforcement officers, stating, "Each and every day, law enforcement officers put on their uniform and lay their lives on...

1 gas station in cities throughout Kershaw County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Jan. 6

By Columbia Standard | Jan 8, 2024

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Kershaw County was found at one gas station in the week ending Jan. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

Senator Tim Scott Announces Senior Staff

By Columbia Standard | Jan 8, 2024

WASHINGTON — Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) has announced his senior staff members in both Washington, D.C. and South Carolina. Senator Scott expressed his confidence in the team, stating that "The wealth of legislative, management, and political experience this team brings to the table is invaluable in our fight to deliver for South Carolinians and the American people."Adam Farris, who previously served as the senator's Legislative Director and Senior Policy Advisor, has been named Chief of Staff. Farris brings over ten years of Capitol Hill experience to the role and has...

Senator Scott Slams Democrats' Failure to Secure the Border During National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, Exposes Human Trafficking and Sexual Violence Crisis at Border

By Columbia Standard | Jan 8, 2024

U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) has criticized the Biden administration's open border policy, highlighting the increase in human trafficking and sexual exploitation during National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Senator Scott stated, "President Biden's open border policies are anything but humane. Illegal immigrants smuggled through our open border are abused, raped and even killed on their way to the United States. Democrats' continued inaction and failure to secure our southern border fuels this barbaric human trafficking crisis."Since 2021, over 10 million known...

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Kershaw County in week ending Jan. 6?

By Columbia Standard | Jan 7, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Kershaw County was found at one gas station in the week ending Jan. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Richland County in week ending Jan. 6?

By Columbia Standard | Jan 7, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Richland County was found at one gas station in the week ending Jan. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

Which former Columbia Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 8?

By Columbia Standard | Jan 6, 2024

These former Columbia Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 8.