Panthers select OT ‘Ickey’ Ekwonu with 6th pick in NFL draft
North Carolina State’s Ikem Ekwonu, considered the premier blocker in this draft, has been selected sixth in the first round by quarterback-hungry Carolina.
Author: Associated Press
Jags take ‘athletic freak’ Walker with top pick in NFL draft
Placing more emphasis on pro potential than college production, the Jacksonville Jaguars chose Georgia pass rusher Travon Walker with the top pick in the NFL draft on Thursday night.
NFL draft class faced major challenges in COVID-19 battles
This year’s NFL draft prospects reluctantly recall their personal COVID-19 experiences.
Panthers owner: Coach Matt Rhule has my full support
Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper threw his support behind struggling head coach Matt Rhule on Wednesday, saying it takes patience and time to build a winning foundation in the NFL.
NY Giants pick up 5th-year option on former Tiger Dexter Lawrence
The New York Giants have picked up the fifth-year option on defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence.
South Carolina House chooses Murrell Smith as new speaker
By Jeffrey Collins
The Republican from Sumter is vowing to work with all members in a chamber where nearly two-thirds of the members are Republicans.
Biden wants $33B more to help Ukraine battle Russia
President Biden says the “cost of this fight is not cheap, but caving to aggression is going to be more costly.” The proposal has more than $20 billion in military assistance for Ukraine and for bolstering defenses in nearby countries.
Moderna seeks to be 1st with COVID shots for littlest kids
By Lauran Neergaard
Moderna is asking U.S. regulators to open its COVID-19 vaccine to the nation’s youngest children. Kids under 5 are the only group in the U.S. not yet eligible for vaccination.
Racist massacre survivor urges hate crimes law in S Carolina
By Jeffrey Collins
Backers of the bill turned Wednesday to one of the survivors of one of the most heinous racist shooting attacks in memory to press their case.
A few SC senators regret $1B tax rebate during budget debate
By Jeffrey Collins
Some Republicans in the South Carolina Senate have a little remorse over taking $1 billion out of the state budget to give income taxpayers rebates.
