Richland County Hides Names of Third Parties Covering Scout Site's $1M Fine

Richland County taxpayers won't foot a $1 million environmental fine tied to the Scout Motors project in Blythewood, as the state and unnamed third parties cover the full amount. But county officials are stonewalling questions on who's paying the rest. The secrecy has raised eyebrows over accountability at the high-profile EV plant site.

May 13

SC National Guard Ramps Up Hurricane Prep Amid Busy Season Forecast

With the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season looming, South Carolina's Army National Guard is mobilizing its 11,000-strong force to bolster coastal readiness, even as some units support federal missions elsewhere. Governor Henry McMaster has declared May Hurricane Preparedness Month, urging residents to know their evacuation zones from Charleston to Myrtle Beach. Early action could mean the difference between safety and disaster as forecasts predict heightened storm activity.

May 13

Gamecocks Reload Dynasty with Elite 2026 Recruiting Class

South Carolina women's basketball has assembled a powerhouse 2026 recruiting class, highlighted by top-5 prospect Jerzy Robinson and recent commit Oliviyah Edwards. Coach Dawn Staley's haul vaults the Gamecocks into national title contention once more. Columbia fans, get ready for another era of dominance at Colonial Life Arena.

May 13

Clemson Tigers Clinch ACC Baseball Regular Season Crown in Clemson

May 13

Charleston SC Port Hits Cruise Record Amid Tourism Boom

Charleston's Union Pier welcomed a record number of cruise ships this spring, fueling a surge in visitor spending and local business revenue. Ships like Virgin Voyages' Valiant Lady set new benchmarks for size and passenger volume. Initially reported by ABC News 4, the trend signals a bright post-Carnival era for South Carolina's tourism economy.

May 13

Boeing Breaks Ground on $1B Expansion in North Charleston

May 13

SC Senate Locks in $50,500 Starting Teacher Pay in $15.3B Budget

South Carolina Senate budget writers have approved a $15.3 billion spending plan that boosts starting teacher salaries to $50,500 and funds raises across the minimum pay schedule. Matching the House proposal, the move aims to address chronic staffing shortages in public schools from Charleston to Greenville. The full Senate debates the budget next week amid tax cut talks.

May 13

The Algorithmic Tightrope: Personalization vs. Conformity

Are algorithms curating our experiences to enrich our lives, or are they trapping us in echo chambers that stifle growth and divide us further? Let's explore the fine line between personalized convenience and homogenized thought.

May 13

The Contentious Case of Counterpoint: Is Structured Disagreement Really Divisive?

May 13

Is the Era of Nuance Over? Point, Counterpoint, and the Missing Middle Ground

May 13

Numbers All Around: Unlocking the Fibonacci Fun in Everyday Life

May 13

Sync or Sink: Streamlining Your Brand Across Social Platforms

May 13

The Curious Case of Competing Truths: Can We All Be Right At Once?

In an age defined by opposing viewpoints, Splurge Sullivan dives into the possibility that multiple “truths” can coexist, and the potential value of embracing this complexity.

May 13

Arsenal Edges West Ham 1-0 After VAR Disallows Late Equalizer

Arsenal defeated West Ham 1-0 after a late West Ham goal was disallowed by VAR for a foul on the Arsenal goalkeeper. The win puts Arsenal five points ahead of Manchester City in the Premier League standings.

May 13

Top 25 Teams: Potential Award Candidates

May 13

Penn State Football Undergoes Changes in Campbell's First Four Months

May 13

NCAA Proposal Grants Bowl Eligibility Flexibility to 5-7 Teams Meeting Academic Standards

May 13

Dante Fowler Signs With Seahawks After Lawrence's Super Bowl Pitch

May 13