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The 18-acre downtown park, which has been under construction since 2023, opens this weekend in Columbia.
Photos: First look at renovated Finlay Park
The 18-acre downtown park, which has been under construction since 2023, opens this weekend in Columbia.
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November 13, 2025 at 5:30 PM
The 18-acre downtown park, which has been under construction since 2023, opens this weekend in Columbia.
Just days after pleading guilty to releasing chemicals into a South Carolina chicken plant was charged with a DUI by the Clemson University Police.
SC chicken plant saboteur charged with DUI before self-reporting to prison
Just days after pleading guilty to releasing chemicals into a South Carolina chicken plant was charged with a DUI by the Clemson University Police.
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November 13, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Just days after pleading guilty to releasing chemicals into a South Carolina chicken plant was charged with a DUI by the Clemson University Police.
Board members and employees of charter school authorizers created by private colleges and universities will no longer be held to state ethics laws.
Are all public charter school districts subject to ethics laws? SC agency says no
Board members and employees of charter school authorizers created by private colleges and universities will no longer be held to state ethics laws.
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November 13, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Board members and employees of charter school authorizers created by private colleges and universities will no longer be held to state ethics laws.
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham is one of eight senators who had their phone records subpoenaed from around Jan. 6, 2021, by special counsel Jack Smith.
Deal to reopen government allows SC’s Graham to sue for $500K. He plans to do it
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham is one of eight senators who had their phone records subpoenaed from around Jan. 6, 2021, by special counsel Jack Smith.
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November 13, 2025 at 4:50 PM
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham is one of eight senators who had their phone records subpoenaed from around Jan. 6, 2021, by special counsel Jack Smith.
With Trevin Wallace dealing with a shoulder injury, the Carolina Panthers might need to turn to a special teams ace for defensive support.
Panthers defender could be called into action: How he’s earned trust of coaches
With Trevin Wallace dealing with a shoulder injury, the Carolina Panthers might need to turn to a special teams ace for defensive support.
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November 13, 2025 at 4:40 PM
With Trevin Wallace dealing with a shoulder injury, the Carolina Panthers might need to turn to a special teams ace for defensive support.
Besides Stephen Bryant, who is scheduled to be executed Friday, 23 people are on South Carolina’s execution list.
Next SC governor may be asked to stop an execution. How would hopefuls decide?
Besides Stephen Bryant, who is scheduled to be executed Friday, 23 people are on South Carolina’s execution list.
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November 13, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Besides Stephen Bryant, who is scheduled to be executed Friday, 23 people are on South Carolina’s execution list.
One victim died at the scene of the two-vehicle collision, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol.
20-year-old killed in crash that injured three others, SC officials say
One victim died at the scene of the two-vehicle collision, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol.
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November 13, 2025 at 4:20 PM
One victim died at the scene of the two-vehicle collision, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol.
More than 620,000 Powerball tickets sold in the United States also won prizes ranging from $4 to $100,000, the lottery said.
Powerball players win millions across the US. Where were the lucky tickets sold?
More than 620,000 Powerball tickets sold in the United States also won prizes ranging from $4 to $100,000, the lottery said.
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November 13, 2025 at 4:00 PM
More than 620,000 Powerball tickets sold in the United States also won prizes ranging from $4 to $100,000, the lottery said.
L.A.’s 2021 NFL offensive player of the year and Super Bowl MVP went back to the Rams this summer to understand why he’s now a Seahawk.
With closure from Rams, Kupp is all Seahawks: ‘I didn’t die, I’m here’
L.A.’s 2021 NFL offensive player of the year and Super Bowl MVP went back to the Rams this summer to understand why he’s now a Seahawk.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:50 PM
L.A.’s 2021 NFL offensive player of the year and Super Bowl MVP went back to the Rams this summer to understand why he’s now a Seahawk.
The South Carolina-based group will add a third building to its 50-plus acre industrial park in Lexington County.
Private SC real estate developer breaks ground on new building near airport
The South Carolina-based group will add a third building to its 50-plus acre industrial park in Lexington County.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:20 PM
The South Carolina-based group will add a third building to its 50-plus acre industrial park in Lexington County.
House republicans released over 20,000 documents after Democrats released select documents from that trove earlier in the day connecting President Donald Trump to Epstein.
Live updates: Here’s what we know about the newly released Epstein documents
House republicans released over 20,000 documents after Democrats released select documents from that trove earlier in the day connecting President Donald Trump to Epstein.
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November 13, 2025 at 2:40 PM
House republicans released over 20,000 documents after Democrats released select documents from that trove earlier in the day connecting President Donald Trump to Epstein.
A $24M renovation revived the iconic park with new features and security. Shovels & Rope will headline the park’s two-day reopening celebration.
Explore the revitalization of Finlay Park in six stories
A $24M renovation revived the iconic park with new features and security. Shovels & Rope will headline the park’s two-day reopening celebration.
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November 13, 2025 at 2:30 PM
A $24M renovation revived the iconic park with new features and security. Shovels & Rope will headline the park’s two-day reopening celebration.
Seems like a rout by red-hot Patriots in Thursday night’s NFL Week 11 kickoff, but can the Jets stay close in AFC East duel? Our pick
Cote: Rout by red-hot Patriots Thursday night or will Jets stay close? Our pick
Seems like a rout by red-hot Patriots in Thursday night’s NFL Week 11 kickoff, but can the Jets stay close in AFC East duel? Our pick
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November 13, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Seems like a rout by red-hot Patriots in Thursday night’s NFL Week 11 kickoff, but can the Jets stay close in AFC East duel? Our pick
Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer gave his first presser on Wednesday since tragedy struck in Frisco with Marshawn Kneeland.
Brian Schottenheimer, Cowboys try to ‘move forward’ with Marshawn Kneeland death
Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer gave his first presser on Wednesday since tragedy struck in Frisco with Marshawn Kneeland.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:20 PM
Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer gave his first presser on Wednesday since tragedy struck in Frisco with Marshawn Kneeland.
About 200,000 people die every year from hospital errors, injuries, accidents and infections, the watchdog group said.
Many Columbia area hospitals see safety grades drop. Here’s the new rankings
About 200,000 people die every year from hospital errors, injuries, accidents and infections, the watchdog group said.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:10 PM
About 200,000 people die every year from hospital errors, injuries, accidents and infections, the watchdog group said.
Dutch Fork, Irmo, Ridge View, White Knoll begin high school football playoffs this week after first-round byes.
Hammond-Heathwood rematch highlights Week 2 of high school football playoffs
Dutch Fork, Irmo, Ridge View, White Knoll begin high school football playoffs this week after first-round byes.
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November 13, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Dutch Fork, Irmo, Ridge View, White Knoll begin high school football playoffs this week after first-round byes.
The Texas A&M transfer will face off against his old team on Saturday. He’ll also be miles away from, perhaps, his third school: The Texas School of Preaching.
Pass rush to preacher: South Carolina’s Gabriel Brownlow-Dindy knows his future
The Texas A&M transfer will face off against his old team on Saturday. He’ll also be miles away from, perhaps, his third school: The Texas School of Preaching.
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November 13, 2025 at 12:10 PM
The Texas A&M transfer will face off against his old team on Saturday. He’ll also be miles away from, perhaps, his third school: The Texas School of Preaching.
The emails raise questions about President Trump’s knowledge and involvement with Jeffrey Epstein.
New Epstein emails claim Trump ‘spent hours’ with victim
The emails raise questions about President Trump’s knowledge and involvement with Jeffrey Epstein.
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November 13, 2025 at 11:40 AM
The emails raise questions about President Trump’s knowledge and involvement with Jeffrey Epstein.
Dana Williamson served as Gavin Newsom’s top aide until November 2024.
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s former chief of staff arrested in FBI public corruption probe
Dana Williamson served as Gavin Newsom’s top aide until November 2024.
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November 13, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Dana Williamson served as Gavin Newsom’s top aide until November 2024.
The National Pest Management Association calls rodents and cockroaches “unwelcome visitors” and has ideas on how to keep them outside.
Save your home from these SC pests over Thanksgiving holidays. Here’s how to keep them away
The National Pest Management Association calls rodents and cockroaches “unwelcome visitors” and has ideas on how to keep them outside.
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November 13, 2025 at 11:20 AM
The National Pest Management Association calls rodents and cockroaches “unwelcome visitors” and has ideas on how to keep them outside.
Just days after pleading guilty to releasing chemicals into a South Carolina chicken plant was charged with a DUI by the Clemson University Police.
SC chicken plant saboteur charged with DUI before self-reporting to prison
Just days after pleading guilty to releasing chemicals into a South Carolina chicken plant was charged with a DUI by the Clemson University Police.
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November 13, 2025 at 11:10 AM
Just days after pleading guilty to releasing chemicals into a South Carolina chicken plant was charged with a DUI by the Clemson University Police.
The paper’s fried chicken poll featured 13 restaurants from across the Midlands. In then end, one long-running spot came out on top.
Who had Columbia’s favorite fried chicken in The State’s poll? Meet the winner
The paper’s fried chicken poll featured 13 restaurants from across the Midlands. In then end, one long-running spot came out on top.
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November 13, 2025 at 10:50 AM
The paper’s fried chicken poll featured 13 restaurants from across the Midlands. In then end, one long-running spot came out on top.
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham is one of eight senators who had their phone records subpoenaed from around Jan. 6, 2021, by special counsel Jack Smith.
Deal to reopen government allows SC’s Graham to sue for $500K. He plans to do it
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham is one of eight senators who had their phone records subpoenaed from around Jan. 6, 2021, by special counsel Jack Smith.
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November 13, 2025 at 10:40 AM
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham is one of eight senators who had their phone records subpoenaed from around Jan. 6, 2021, by special counsel Jack Smith.
Thousands of abortions in South Carolina were done through medication in 2024. South Carolina lawmakers, state leaders and Congress are working to restrict it.
Abortion medications targeted by SC lawmakers at state, federal level
Thousands of abortions in South Carolina were done through medication in 2024. South Carolina lawmakers, state leaders and Congress are working to restrict it.
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November 13, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Thousands of abortions in South Carolina were done through medication in 2024. South Carolina lawmakers, state leaders and Congress are working to restrict it.
Besides Stephen Bryant, who is scheduled to be executed Friday, 23 people are on South Carolina’s execution list.
Next SC governor may be asked to stop an execution. How would hopefuls decide?
Besides Stephen Bryant, who is scheduled to be executed Friday, 23 people are on South Carolina’s execution list.
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November 13, 2025 at 10:20 AM
Besides Stephen Bryant, who is scheduled to be executed Friday, 23 people are on South Carolina’s execution list.