Matthew T. Hall
@matthewthall.bsky.social
Onto the next great adventure
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📚 The Bee Sting
🎮 Deathloop
📺 Welcome to Wrexham
👣 10k/day this year
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📚 The Bee Sting
🎮 Deathloop
📺 Welcome to Wrexham
👣 10k/day this year
Ten years ago today, I reviewed “Spotlight” and not everyone agreed with me…. Think I’ll rewatch this incredible, inspiring movie tonight. To all the journalists out there, keep doing good work and explaining to people why it matters. ✊
November 13, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Ten years ago today, I reviewed “Spotlight” and not everyone agreed with me…. Think I’ll rewatch this incredible, inspiring movie tonight. To all the journalists out there, keep doing good work and explaining to people why it matters. ✊
Voting day is tomorrow !
One of the most important days of the year.
This year tho it feels like ppl don't even know about it.
Here are early voting numbers for some SC counties with one big day to go.
Beaufort 253
Charleston 8,050
Horry 865
Lancaster 7,419
Lexington 919
Richland 2,013
#scpol
One of the most important days of the year.
This year tho it feels like ppl don't even know about it.
Here are early voting numbers for some SC counties with one big day to go.
Beaufort 253
Charleston 8,050
Horry 865
Lancaster 7,419
Lexington 919
Richland 2,013
#scpol
November 3, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Voting day is tomorrow !
One of the most important days of the year.
This year tho it feels like ppl don't even know about it.
Here are early voting numbers for some SC counties with one big day to go.
Beaufort 253
Charleston 8,050
Horry 865
Lancaster 7,419
Lexington 919
Richland 2,013
#scpol
One of the most important days of the year.
This year tho it feels like ppl don't even know about it.
Here are early voting numbers for some SC counties with one big day to go.
Beaufort 253
Charleston 8,050
Horry 865
Lancaster 7,419
Lexington 919
Richland 2,013
#scpol
In today’s paper: the first half of a monthslong project, featuring voices rarely heard in South Carolina or elsewhere.
The second half, also over two pages, runs Wednesday in our next edition. Grateful to work in local journalism and be able to foster conversations and thought like this. #scpol
The second half, also over two pages, runs Wednesday in our next edition. Grateful to work in local journalism and be able to foster conversations and thought like this. #scpol
November 2, 2025 at 3:35 PM
In today’s paper: the first half of a monthslong project, featuring voices rarely heard in South Carolina or elsewhere.
The second half, also over two pages, runs Wednesday in our next edition. Grateful to work in local journalism and be able to foster conversations and thought like this. #scpol
The second half, also over two pages, runs Wednesday in our next edition. Grateful to work in local journalism and be able to foster conversations and thought like this. #scpol
NEW | Two days ago, I published a deep exploration of the South Carolina prison system. Today, inmate Stephen Bryant decided he wants to be executed in South Carolina on Nov. 14 by firing squad. He would be the seventh person to be executed here since September 2024.
Two murderers avoided death row in South Carolina. Now the system may change | Opinion
Opinion editor Matthew T. Hall and photographers Joshua Boucher and Tracy Glantz invite you into the world of one victim and one prisoner.
www.thestate.com
October 31, 2025 at 4:29 PM
NEW | Two days ago, I published a deep exploration of the South Carolina prison system. Today, inmate Stephen Bryant decided he wants to be executed in South Carolina on Nov. 14 by firing squad. He would be the seventh person to be executed here since September 2024.
Reposted by Matthew T. Hall
Diving into "The Bee Sting" feels like wandering through a labyrinth of emotions. Each twist reveals layers of life. Can't wait to explore the haunting echoes in "The History of Sound" next. #booksky #books
Now reading "The Bee Sting" by Paul Murray and listening to "The History of Sound" by Ben Shattuck with Charlotte McConaghy's "Wild Dark Shore" waiting its turn. #booksky
October 31, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Diving into "The Bee Sting" feels like wandering through a labyrinth of emotions. Each twist reveals layers of life. Can't wait to explore the haunting echoes in "The History of Sound" next. #booksky #books
Hey #booksky. Looking for something exquisite to meet year-end reading goals? Here are some I recently finished and loved.
"Atmosphere" by Taylor Jenkins Reid
"Hello Beautiful" and "Dear Edward" by Ann Napolitano
"The Blue Book of Nebo" by Manon Steffan Ros
Got ur own recs? Pls share.
"Atmosphere" by Taylor Jenkins Reid
"Hello Beautiful" and "Dear Edward" by Ann Napolitano
"The Blue Book of Nebo" by Manon Steffan Ros
Got ur own recs? Pls share.
October 31, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Hey #booksky. Looking for something exquisite to meet year-end reading goals? Here are some I recently finished and loved.
"Atmosphere" by Taylor Jenkins Reid
"Hello Beautiful" and "Dear Edward" by Ann Napolitano
"The Blue Book of Nebo" by Manon Steffan Ros
Got ur own recs? Pls share.
"Atmosphere" by Taylor Jenkins Reid
"Hello Beautiful" and "Dear Edward" by Ann Napolitano
"The Blue Book of Nebo" by Manon Steffan Ros
Got ur own recs? Pls share.
Proudly voted today. It always gives me a great sense of civic duty, connectivity, community, and yes, pride — that our forebears created a system by which no matter where you live in the U.S., you can play a part in picking our leaders and thus you can lead yourself. (And also get a cool sticker.)
October 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Proudly voted today. It always gives me a great sense of civic duty, connectivity, community, and yes, pride — that our forebears created a system by which no matter where you live in the U.S., you can play a part in picking our leaders and thus you can lead yourself. (And also get a cool sticker.)
I hope you spend some time with this today. Months in the making, a team working on the presentation. My new #scpol #scprison project.
Two murderers avoided death row in South Carolina. Now the system may change | Opinion
Opinion editor Matthew T. Hall and photographers Joshua Boucher and Tracy Glantz invite you into the world of one victim and one prisoner.
www.thestate.com
October 29, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Recently (and wrongly) fired Indiana University director of student media Jim Rodenbush gets a standing O from hundreds of student and professional journalists at MediaFest25, the annual convention of SPJ, ACP and CMA. ✊
October 17, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Recently (and wrongly) fired Indiana University director of student media Jim Rodenbush gets a standing O from hundreds of student and professional journalists at MediaFest25, the annual convention of SPJ, ACP and CMA. ✊
🧵 We rolled out two more local election endorsements today, in mayoral races in Columbia and Myrtle Beach. #scpol
In all, we interviewed 30 candidates (of 32 I approached) in state and local races. We published those Q&As first, then followed with endorsements from our five-member editorial board.
In all, we interviewed 30 candidates (of 32 I approached) in state and local races. We published those Q&As first, then followed with endorsements from our five-member editorial board.
October 15, 2025 at 3:13 PM
🧵 We rolled out two more local election endorsements today, in mayoral races in Columbia and Myrtle Beach. #scpol
In all, we interviewed 30 candidates (of 32 I approached) in state and local races. We published those Q&As first, then followed with endorsements from our five-member editorial board.
In all, we interviewed 30 candidates (of 32 I approached) in state and local races. We published those Q&As first, then followed with endorsements from our five-member editorial board.
Just two ol’ domes in DC.
October 8, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Just two ol’ domes in DC.
In view of the Capitol building, the line to get into a House office building for my first lobbying meeting today is long because of the shutdown. Appreciate the opportunity, though, so no wait is too long. Appreciate everyone’s support of local journalism. Appreciate yours.
October 8, 2025 at 2:14 PM
In view of the Capitol building, the line to get into a House office building for my first lobbying meeting today is long because of the shutdown. Appreciate the opportunity, though, so no wait is too long. Appreciate everyone’s support of local journalism. Appreciate yours.
Two A+ meals in D.C. so far, at Andy’s Pizza and Warka Coffee. Need the fuel to lobby Congress for the journalism industry this week. The fight for local journalism is a fight for local communities and for you. 🍕☕️🦾
October 7, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Two A+ meals in D.C. so far, at Andy’s Pizza and Warka Coffee. Need the fuel to lobby Congress for the journalism industry this week. The fight for local journalism is a fight for local communities and for you. 🍕☕️🦾
Reposted by Matthew T. Hall
South Carolina’s top law enforcement official says no evidence of arson so far in fire that destroyed the house of a state judge over the weekend. apnews.com/article/judg...
South Carolina's top law official says no arson evidence so far in fire that destroyed judge's home
South Carolina's top law enforcement official says state agents have so far found no evidence that a fire destroying a judge's home on a South Carolina island was intentionally set.
apnews.com
October 6, 2025 at 11:47 PM
South Carolina’s top law enforcement official says no evidence of arson so far in fire that destroyed the house of a state judge over the weekend. apnews.com/article/judg...
Reposted by Matthew T. Hall
Kitts was seen at a USC event Sunday sporting a big brace and crutches.
South Carolina’s Chloe Kitts spotted in leg brace. Here’s what we know
Kitts was seen at a USC event Sunday sporting a big brace and crutches.
bit.ly
October 6, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Kitts was seen at a USC event Sunday sporting a big brace and crutches.
Reposted by Matthew T. Hall
LIVE: SC State to hold briefing on weekend shootings #scnews
LIVE: SC State to hold briefing on weekend shootings
South Carolina State University’s president is expected to address security following a pair of weekend shootings.
www.live5news.com
October 6, 2025 at 6:45 PM
LIVE: SC State to hold briefing on weekend shootings #scnews
Reposted by Matthew T. Hall
The home of a SC judge who blocked release of voter data sought by DOJ has been destroyed by fire.
Officials haven't linked the blaze to Judge Diane Goodstein's order, but authorities are providing extra security as they investigate.
By @jeffreycollinsap.bsky.social
apnews.com/article/judg...
Officials haven't linked the blaze to Judge Diane Goodstein's order, but authorities are providing extra security as they investigate.
By @jeffreycollinsap.bsky.social
apnews.com/article/judg...
Agents investigate cause of fire that destroyed judge's home on South Carolina island
State investigators are trying to find the cause of a fire that destroyed a judge's home on a South Carolina island.
apnews.com
October 6, 2025 at 6:27 PM
The home of a SC judge who blocked release of voter data sought by DOJ has been destroyed by fire.
Officials haven't linked the blaze to Judge Diane Goodstein's order, but authorities are providing extra security as they investigate.
By @jeffreycollinsap.bsky.social
apnews.com/article/judg...
Officials haven't linked the blaze to Judge Diane Goodstein's order, but authorities are providing extra security as they investigate.
By @jeffreycollinsap.bsky.social
apnews.com/article/judg...
Reposted by Matthew T. Hall
Took a crack at explaining SC’s somewhat unique process for vetting judges - something that’s generated lots of fun discourse on here about lawyer legislators and the “trial lawyer lobby.” Welcoming thoughts on this one! abcnews4.com/news/local/s...
SC lawyer legislators who vet judges criticized over Federico case - who are they?
Calls for reform in South Carolina's judicial selection process in the wake of 22-year-old Logan Federico's May murder and her father's recent testimony lit up
abcnews4.com
October 6, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Took a crack at explaining SC’s somewhat unique process for vetting judges - something that’s generated lots of fun discourse on here about lawyer legislators and the “trial lawyer lobby.” Welcoming thoughts on this one! abcnews4.com/news/local/s...
🥁 Drum roll, please.... #scpol
The State endorsement: Our choice in the SC House District 88 Republican primary
Five candidates want to replace former state Rep. RJ May in a special election in SC House District 88 in Lexington County. Our editorial board endorses....
www.thestate.com
October 3, 2025 at 1:54 PM
🥁 Drum roll, please.... #scpol
RJ May was a disgrace. Here are the five candidates trying to replace him and turn the page on his time at the SC State House. Early voting in Lexington County starts Monday, so I'm publishing 5 candidate Q&As in their entirety to help you. #scpol
Meet the five candidates running to replace RJ May in SC State House District 88
There are four candidates in the Oct. 21 GOP primary to represent Lexington County. The top vote-getter will face the lone Democrat Dec. 23.
www.thestate.com
October 2, 2025 at 2:40 PM
RJ May was a disgrace. Here are the five candidates trying to replace him and turn the page on his time at the SC State House. Early voting in Lexington County starts Monday, so I'm publishing 5 candidate Q&As in their entirety to help you. #scpol
Yes, we are making endorsements in several elections this year. Why and which and when? 👇
Voting in Columbia, Myrtle Beach or SC District 88 races? We can help | Opinion
South Carolina Opinion Editor Matthew T. Hall explains the endorsement process for Columbia, Myrtle Beach and State House District 88 elections.
www.thestate.com
October 1, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Yes, we are making endorsements in several elections this year. Why and which and when? 👇
A lot to chew on in this new David Brooks column. This line resonates with me for obvious reasons: “When people consume communication that demonstrates respect, curiosity, communion and hope, antipathy falls.”
Opinion | The Era of Dark Passions
www.nytimes.com
September 18, 2025 at 10:48 PM
A lot to chew on in this new David Brooks column. This line resonates with me for obvious reasons: “When people consume communication that demonstrates respect, curiosity, communion and hope, antipathy falls.”
Thanks to all the readers who have written me about today’s column, calling it “beautifully written,” “very good,” and “the best opinion piece I have read in a very long time.” Here’s what it looked like in print, which still matters to me.
September 14, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Thanks to all the readers who have written me about today’s column, calling it “beautifully written,” “very good,” and “the best opinion piece I have read in a very long time.” Here’s what it looked like in print, which still matters to me.
122 years ago, The State's first editor, my predecessor, was shot and killed in broad daylight for his political views. Everyone should know his name: N.G. Gonzales. #scpol
From N.G. Gonzales to Charlie Kirk, America has failed to agree to disagree | Opinion
Editor Matthew T. Hall writes about the assassinations and political violence that killed his predecessor in 1903 and Charlie Kirk Wednesday.
www.thestate.com
September 12, 2025 at 2:36 PM
122 years ago, The State's first editor, my predecessor, was shot and killed in broad daylight for his political views. Everyone should know his name: N.G. Gonzales. #scpol
122 years ago, an editor at The State newspaper where I work was shot and killed in broad daylight outside the South Carolina State House. I revisited that killing as I wrote about the Charlie Kirk assassination today. #scpol
From N.G. Gonzales to Charlie Kirk, America has failed to agree to disagree | Opinion
As the search for Charlie Kirk’s killer widens, editor Matthew T. Hall revisits the assassination of one of his predecessors in 1903.
www.thestate.com
September 11, 2025 at 6:06 PM
122 years ago, an editor at The State newspaper where I work was shot and killed in broad daylight outside the South Carolina State House. I revisited that killing as I wrote about the Charlie Kirk assassination today. #scpol