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Shane Beamer makes feelings known on LaNorris Sellers delivering SEC championship to South Carolina in 2025
South Carolina football coach Shane Beamer expressed confidence in his team’s ability and resources to challenge for a championship this season. Answering questions at the ongoing SEC Media Days, Beamer maintained that the Gamecocks are...

Shane Beamer throws shade at national reporter for doubting South Carolina as LaNorris Sellers' Heisman hype grows
Shane Beamer was instrumental in getting LaNorris Sellers on the South Carolina Gamecocks roster ahead of the 2023 season. The Gamecocks coach chose to break him into the team gradually, so LaNorris featured in just three games (all from the...

South Carolina schools prepare for upcoming school year with potential for federal cuts
LANCASTER, S.C. (WBTV) - The federal government is delaying 6-million dollars in federal grant money for various education programs. The South Carolina Department of Education said in a memo sent out to districts across the state, that no final...

California Political Roundup: Newsom tours South Carolina as DOJ sues over trans athlete policies
Here’s a look at the political headlines surrounding Newsom this week, from federal lawsuits to 2028 presidential buzz. SACRAMENTO, Calif. — As California Governor Gavin Newsom wrapped up a trip to South Carolina, fresh speculation about his...

Congaree Land Trust protects 100,000 acres in South Carolina
Congaree Land Trust secures 100,000 acres of protected land Alston Farms in Sumter County is the latest property conserved The trust has conserved 45,000 acres of wetlands and 61,000 acres of farmland Over two dozen conservation projects are...

Republican committeeman from South Carolina passes away at 71
COLUMBIA, S.C. - The South Carolina GOP announced the passing of 71-year-old committeeman Glenn McCall on Friday following surgery complications. McCall was co-chairman of the 2020 Republican National Convention Committee on Arrangements and also...

Dolphin named Lucky rescued from South Carolina lagoon
BLUFFTON, S.C. - A dolphin was rescued after being stranded in a lagoon inside the Hampton Lake Community. The female dolphin, which is about 7 feet, 10 inches long and 400-500 pounds, was known to researchers at the University of South Carolina...
SEC media days: LSU, South Carolina, Ole Miss quarterbacks in spotlight
ATLANTA (AP) — The opening day of SEC football media days Monday featured LSU, South Carolina, Ole Miss and Vanderbilt. The Commodores have Diego Pavia at quarterback going into his second season and the other three also have signal-callers...

LSU, South Carolina, Mississippi quarterbacks in spotlight
ATLANTA -- The opening day of SEC football media days Monday featured LSU, South Carolina, Mississippi and Vanderbilt. The Commodores have Diego Pavia at quarterback going into his second season and the other three also have signal-callers...

2025 SEC Media Days: South Carolina
ATLANTA - (WAFF) - South Carolina’s Shane Beamer met with media during 2025 SEC Media Days in Atlanta, Georgia on Monday. The Gamecocks finished the 2024 season 9-4. South Carolina opens the season on August 31 against Virginia Tech in Atlanta,...

VA provides 12.4% fewer home purchase loans in South Carolina in Q1
Denis R. McDonough Secretary of Veterans Affairs | BallotpediaDenis R. McDonough Secretary of Veterans Affairs | Ballotpedia There were 2,434 VA home purchases in South Carolina in the first quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2025, totaling $862.6...

Gas prices in South Carolina see slight rise as oil prices inch up
MAY 23, 2025 – Cars fueling up with gas in Asheville, N.C. (Photo credit: WLOS staff) (WCIV) — The average price of gas in South Carolina and nationally rose slightly in the past week thanks to a modest uptick in oil prices, according to GasBuddy...
Woman killed in crash involving fire truck in South Carolina
DENTSVILLE, S.C. (WBTV) - A woman died after the car she was in got hit by a fire truck in South Carolina over the weekend. Sister-station WIS reported that the woman, 64-year-old Carolyn Collins, was a passenger in a sedan when it got hit by the...

Newsom Visits South Carolina, Where Democrats Question His Appeal
Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-Calif., speaks to a crowd gathered in a community center on Wednesday, July 9, ... More 2025, in Seneca, S.C. (AP Photo/Meg Kinnard)Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved California Governor Gavin Newsom’s...

News From Around the Lowcountry: SC Tax Free Weekend set for Aug. 1-3
South Carolina's Tax Free Weekend takes place August 1-3, offering savings on school supplies, computers, clothing, and more. The tax exemption applies to both in-store and online purchases from participating retailers. The South Carolina...

SC joins 'Operation Southern Slowdown' effort to help reduce fast drivers on busy roads
South Carolina is joining four other Southeastern states this week for "Operation Southern Slowdown" to help crack down on speeding. Law enforcement from Georgia and South Carolina held joint press conferences on Monday to announce the campaign,...

South Carolina football powerhouse has a collective mindset that does not stop its pursuit of championships
The reigning champs are back in the spotlight as Dutch Fork begins its drive for a fourth straight 5A title. BLYTHEWOOD, S.C. — With preseason practice for the high school teams kicking off at the end of the month, you could consider the weeks...

Police in Georgia searching for missing 11-year-old girl
Police in Georgia searching for missing 11-year-old girl Samantha Mendoza Castellano was last seen leaving her home early Tuesday morning. THAT'S A LOOK AT SPORTS, KEEP IT HERE THIS MORNING ON WJCL 22 NEWS - AN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH THE LATEST...

SEC NOTEBOOK | No soft open: Coaches say teams will be on the clock early
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) --The first day of SEC Media Days usually feels like a stage — lights, logos, sound bites. This year, it felt more like a locker room. With LSU-Clemson looming in Week 1, South Carolina opening against Virginia Tech in...

Higher chances for thunderstorms Tuesday
From hot and dry to tropical downpours, Chief Meteorologist Chris Justus has new timing for this week's rain.Showers and thunderstorms likely Tuesday in the Upstate area of South Carolina mainly between 4 p.m. and 5 p.m.A low entering the Gulf...