Political Science professor offers insight on Election Day
According to the South Carolina Election Commission, as of November 2nd, more than 431,000 South Carolinians have voted early.
Author: Lee Williams
CDC gives updates on RSV, flu cases, both on rise nationally
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention continue to encourage everyone to get your flu shot, and take precautions against respiratory illnesses like Respiratory Syncytial Virus, or RSV.
Midlands soldier receives General MacArthur Leadership Award at Pentagon, achieves pilot honor
Army National Guard Captain Joshua Blizzard was presented with the prestigious award for showing ideals of duty, honor, and country.
Columbia International University celebrates 100th anniversary
Columbia International University kicked off its 100th anniversary celebration with a parade of flags, representing 160 nations that alumni from the school work and serve.
Capital Projects Sales Tax on ballot for Lexington County voters
The initiative is led by the Lexington Chamber and Visitor Center, Batesburg-Leesville Chamber of Commerce, Cayce-West Columbia Chamber of Commerce, Irmo Chamber of Commerce, 1Voice Lexington County, and Lexington County Development Corporation.
“Reverse trick-or-treating” at Prisma Health Children’s Hospital brings candy to the kids
Halloween night is usually a fun time for kids to dress up and go trick-or-treating. But patients at Prisma Health Children’s Hospital aren’t often able to participate. Instead, the hospital holds what they call “reverse trick-or-treating” where the candy and costumes come right to the kids.
“Black is a Rainbow Color” removed from school libraries, pending review
A children’s book has been removed from libraries in Lexington-Richland School District Five following a formal challenge. The book being questioned is called “Black Is A Rainbow Color,” written by Angela Joy. According to Joy, “Black Is A Rainbow Color” is about a little girl exploring her neighborhood as she learns about Black history and Black culture.
SC Election Commission preps for Election Day, discusses transparency and integrity
Early voting is underway and Election Day is less than two weeks away. Preparations for election centers continue as South Carolina moves towards the big day.
Rapid Shelter Columbia set to open by November 1st
Rapid Shelter Columbia, the community being built for people experiencing homelessness, is set to open November 1st. Officials from the City of Columbia gave progress updates earlier today on the pod community, located downtown on Calhoun Street.
Professor, students react to negative effects of polarized politics
Polarization in politics can affect who we vote for and even who we’re friends with. Dr. Josh Meyer-Gutbrod, a Political Science professor for the University of South Carolina says polarization is used to drive votes.
