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Chester Cyclones to Face Newberry BulldogsThe Chester Cyclones are scheduled to host the Newberry Bulldogs in a volleyball match on Thursday at 7:00 p.m. Both teams are looking to rebound from recent losses.Chester recently experienced a 3-0 defeat against Andrew Jackson on Tuesday, with set scores of 25-16, 25-13, and…
Greenville Defeats Gaffney in Volleyball MatchGreenville's volleyball team achieved a 3-1 victory over the Gaffney Indians in a Tuesday match, extending their winning streak to five consecutive games. The set scores were 25-12, 21-25, 25-22, and 25-18.For the Gaffney Indians, Mayson Brizendine recorded 30 digs and five assists, while Aubrey…
Hincapie and Sarkisov Achieve Top 10 FinishesEnzo Hincapie, from Greenville, S.C., and Katherine Sarkisov both achieved top 10 road race finishes at the UCI Road World Championships. The U23 Women and Junior Men's road races were held on the Mont Royal circuit.Katherine Sarkisov finished seventh in the U23 Women's race.…
The push to shorten the American undergraduate degree reached a federal milestone this month. The US Department of Education published a proposed rule on August 20, 2026 that would bar accrediting agencies from categorically blocking degree programs that take less time than tradition requires, and on August 24, 2026 the…
Education
A new public opinion poll released this week indicates a strong bipartisan desire among Americans for stricter regulations regarding artificial intelligence (AI) use in K-12 classrooms. The research, conducted by The Century Foundation (TCF), found that a significant majority of voters believe the federal government has been too slow to…
Education
President Donald Trump and Secretary of Education Linda McMahon hosted a Back to School event at the White House on Monday, August 24, 2026, highlighting efforts to dissolve the Department of Education and advance school choice initiatives. The event took place as students across the country, including those in Washington,…
The South Carolina State Fair, a beloved annual event in Columbia, will offer a sensory-friendly morning on October 19, 2026. This initiative aims to create a more inclusive environment for attendees with sensory sensitivities, allowing them to experience the fair with reduced stimuli.During this special morning, the fairgrounds will implement…
Events
SC public health officials will hold free car seat check events across the state Sept. 20-26 for Child Passenger Safety Week.
Events
Discounted admission and ride tickets for the 2026 South Carolina State Fair are on sale through Oct. 14 ahead of the fair's Oct. 15-25 run.
Business
Prisma Health Expands Statewide Services with Urgent Care AcquisitionPrisma Health, the largest healthcare system in the state, is set to acquire 36 urgent care facilities from Novant Health. The deal, expected to finalize on November 1, involves locations that were formerly Doctor's Care centers.This transition is anticipated to affect approximately…
Business
Sustain SC Funds Conservation Efforts Across South CarolinaSustain SC has announced the second round of funding for this year through its Land and Water Action Platform (LAWAP). This month, Sustain SC will grant $138,969 with support from corporate partners, distributed across 12 projects in nine counties. These grants are intended…
Business
DPR Construction Establishes Presence in Historic Borden Ice Cream FactoryDPR Construction has opened a new office in Greenville, located within the historic Borden Ice Cream Factory. This adaptive reuse project has transformed the former manufacturing facility into a modern workplace.The approximately 4,300-square-foot office features open work areas, various meeting rooms,…
Greenville County Appoints New Elections DirectorGreenville County will have a new director overseeing elections. The Greenville County Voter Registration and Election Board has selected its next director. On September 24, the county's election board announced that members unanimously voted to approve Patty Roach as its new director.Patty Roach has been…
Politics
Gov. Henry McMaster presented South Carolina's highest civilian honor to former Marlboro County state Rep. Patricia Moore Henegan.
Politics
Qualifying UTVs will become street-legal on many SC roads Nov. 18 under a new state law, but DMV says keep them on private property until then.
Health
SC health officials reported three cases of Vibrio vulnificus this year, including one related death, as warmer coastal waters raise infection risk.
Health
State officials confirmed rabies in a skunk in Anderson, a stray cat in Horry and a bat in York, with six people and seven pets exposed.
New research indicates that consuming approximately a handful of nuts daily could be linked to a reduced risk of developing high blood pressure. A systematic review and meta-analysis, published on August 4 in the British Journal of Nutrition, analyzed eight prospective studies and found that each additional 1-ounce (28-gram) serving…
A recent garden photograph featuring a hummingbird moth has captured significant attention online, offering a detailed look at this unusual pollinator. The image, shared on a popular gardening forum, depicted the insect feeding on cosmos flowers.Commenters on the forum expressed delight and surprise at the moth's appearance. One person noted…
A creator behind Glass Root Garden, an online presence, suggests that a yard appearing spotless, without visible insect activity or other creatures, may not be supporting local wildlife. The creator stated that a pest-free environment often signifies a starving ecosystem rather than a healthy one.For many years, gardeners in urban…
Home and Garden
A comprehensive guide has been released, offering homeowners in Greenwood a detailed checklist of 30 essential maintenance tasks specifically tailored for the summer months. The recommendations aim to help residents keep their properties in optimal condition, enhance safety, and avoid more significant and costly repairs in the future. Among the foremost…
Technology
A coalition of 100 technology and financial firms, including Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI, issued an open letter this week calling for global organizations and countries to enhance their cyber defenses. The letter, signed by companies such as Capital One, MasterCard, Visa, Adobe, Oracle, and IBM, warns that cyberattacks leveraging artificial…
Technology
Georgia State University is actively exploring the integration of artificial intelligence into its teaching and learning practices, with a recent pilot program concluding on August 14, 2026. This initiative aims to leverage AI to foster critical thinking and effective communication among students, while also providing faculty with resources and best…
Technology
A new, free artificial intelligence model named Ox Alpha has emerged, capturing the attention of developers and tech leaders in Silicon Valley since its appearance on OpenRouter on Thursday. The model, described as a stealth offering from an anonymous third-party provider, is designed for coding, sustained agentic work, and production…
Hunting
South Carolina's early teal season runs September 19-27, 2026 with a daily bag of 6 blue-winged and green-winged teal combined, sunrise to sunset statewide.
Hunting
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is moving into the next phase of a statewide review of deer hunting with dogs that could shape recommendations to the General Assembly, and it is asking South Carolinians who want a seat at the table to apply by Friday, August 28. The application…
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) is inviting applications for participants in the next phase of its community engagement process regarding deer hunting with dogs. The agency is seeking individuals to join professionally facilitated discussions aimed at addressing conflicts associated with this hunting practice and exploring potential solutions.Applications…
Fishing
September marks the swing month for South Carolina anglers, when the water begins to cool from its late-summer peak, bait clouds concentrate in the creeks and lakes, and predator species from redfish on the coast to striped bass in the Piedmont start their fall feed. SCDNR's saltwater and freshwater fishing…
Fishing
South Carolina's recreational shrimp baiting season opened at noon Friday, Sept. 11, giving licensed shrimpers along the entire coast — from Beaufort County waters up to the Grand Strand — a 60-day window to work the tidal creeks and estuaries where fall white shrimp are staging before their run to…
Fishing
Lights Out Boston secured a significant lead in the Atlantic Division Championship on Sunday, August 23, 2026, by completing a billfish grand slam. This achievement pushed them to 1,025 points, establishing a 275-point advantage heading into Championship Sunday.The second day of the Atlantic Division Championship weekend in Ocean City saw…
Golf
The University of South Carolina men's golf team, under Head Coach Rob Bradley, has released its schedule for the 2026-27 season. The team is set to begin its fall season next week at the Visit Knoxville Collegiate, running from August 31 to September 1.A highlight of the fall schedule for…
Golf
A foundational guide to golf etiquette, last updated in March 2013, continues to serve as a reference for players seeking to uphold the traditions and ensure the smooth operation of golf courses. The manual's directives are designed to improve overall player enjoyment, maintain optimal course conditions, and prioritize safety for…
Golf
A comprehensive guide to golf course etiquette, titled "A Golf Course Etiquette Manual" and marked with a "Rev. 3/2013" date, outlines fundamental principles designed to enhance player enjoyment, preserve course conditions, and ensure safety on the links. The manual serves as a reference for golfers seeking to uphold established standards…
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