Gamecock Nation Relieved, Ready for Arkansas Game
Thursday, Gamecock fans took over the Vista to watch USC send Kent State home from Omaha.
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Roth Shuts Down Kent State, USC Survives 4-1
Riding a brilliant complete game two-hitter from senior ace Michael Roth, the South Carolina Gamecocks defeated the Kent State Golden Flashes, 4-1, in an elimination game on Thursday afternoon at the College World Series. With the win the Gamecocks (47-18) advance to play Arkansas in a 9 p.m. ET contest Thursday night.
Court to decide if SC Democrats have runoff in 7th
GEORGETOWN, S.C. (AP) — The woman who finished in first place in the Democratic primary in South Carolina's new 7th Congressional District should soon learn whether she is the nominee or has to face a runoff in just five days.
GOP leaders to consider protest in SC House race
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — State Republican Party leaders will consider a primary election protest brought by an incumbent who lost by fewer than 75 votes.
SC legislators may not finish budget before July 1
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina House has approved a measure to keep state government running in case legislators don't complete the budget before the fiscal year starts July 1.
USC Baseball Postponed
Thunderstorms in Omaha, NE prompted NCAA to announce just after 9:30 Wednesday night that the elimination game between the Gamecocks and Golden Flashes will take place Thursday at 11 a.m. CST (Noon EST).
5 Inmates Stabbed in Fight at McCormick Prison
McCORMICK, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say at least five inmates have been stabbed with homemade knives after a fight at a South Carolina prison.
Heat Wave Rings in Summer Solstice
On the same day the Summer Solstice was expected to officially start, a heat wave slammed more than a dozen states on the East Coast.
9-1-1 Not Only Emergency Option
If you are a victim of a crime, you want to know law enforcement will respond immediately. However, calling 9-1-1 isn't the only way to get them there.
APNewsBreak: Zais asks court to block fed penalty
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's schools chief is asking a federal court to suspend a $36 million penalty against the state and review an order by U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan.
Gifted students studying science at Clemson
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Middle and high school students are at Clemson University this week for enrichment programs in science, engineering and architecture.
SC bill allowing ex-cons to clear record dies
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina lawmakers have killed a bill designed to help former convicts who have turned their lives around secure jobs.
Haley vetoes bill providing access to HPV vaccine
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Gov. Nikki Haley has vetoed a bill allowing the state's public health agency to provide information on and access to a free vaccine that prevents a sexually transmitted, cancer-causing virus.
Mother Continues Search for Missing Son
The Mother of a Lexington Man who disappeared nearly 6 months ago says she isn't giving up the fight to find her son.
SC--Illegal Driver's Licenses
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ Federal prosecutors say 30 people have been indicted for traveling from South Carolina to New Mexico to illegally obtain driver's licenses.
'Abortionists' Sign, Pt.2
A local church pastor plans to keep a controversial sign on display for a few weeks, even though the subject matter is causing quite a stir.
'Abortionists Target Black Babies' Sign Causes Stir
An explosive message on a Midlands church sign causes controversy over an already sensitive issue: abortion. This time, it's the supposed target audience of abortion that has one local pastor in hot water.
Reptar is still with the USC baseball team
With the Gamecocks falling to the Arizona Razorbacks for their first loss in 23 NCAA tournament games, we wanted to hear from fans about the superstition known to many as,"the fish."
Inspector general confirmation headed to SC Senate
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The Senate Judiciary Committee has recommended confirming Patrick Maley as South Carolina's inspector general.
House overrides Haley veto of fire equipment
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Gov. Nikki Haley has vetoed a bill providing new, safer equipment to fight wildfires for South Carolina's forestry agency through insurance premium taxes.
Little progress made on SC budget compromise
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A compromise on the state budget may rest on whether South Carolina's small business owners get a tax break.
USC's Record Winning Streak Ends With 2-1 Arkansas Loss
The Arkansas Razorbacks scored twice in the first four innings and held on for a 2-1 win over the South Carolina Gamecocks in a winner’s bracket game at the College World Series on Monday night. The loss drops Carolina (46-18) into a Wednesday night elimination game against Kent State (47-19). The loss snaps Carolina’s NCAA-record 22-game postseason winning streak and also ends the Gamecocks’ 12-game winning streak at the College World Series.
Kershaw Co. Man Accused of Sexual Abuse
A man and woman from Kershaw County are awaiting a bond hearing after being charged in connection with alleged sexual abuse.
Summer Prompts 'Home Grown' Farm Fresh Push
The onset of summer brings with it a push to promote locally grown, certified South Carolina fruits and vegetables, and agricultural officials say everyone, including farmers, consumers, restaurants and, ultimately, the state's economy, benefits.
Gas falls under $3.00 per gallon in the Midlands
Cheaper gas has more Midlands drivers filling up, but they may not be going too far down the road, according to AAA.
