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South Carolina’s Coach Beamer Prepares for Battle with Missouri’s Drew Pyne South Carolina’s head coach Shane Beamer is gearing up for an exciting game against the Missouri Tigers this weekend. Beamer, who is familiar with Missouri’s backup quarterback Drew Pyne, expects to see him on the field as Missouri takes on South Carolina. Missouri, currently ranked 24th with a record of 7-2, is looking to secure a win against No. 23 South Carolina, which holds a record of 6-3. Pyne will step in as the starter due to the injury of Missouri’s first-string quarterback, Brady Cook. Beamer remembers watching Pyne…

Columbia, S.C. — South Carolina’s Attorney General, Alan Wilson, is urging the federal government to take stronger action against robocalls that continue to plague residents. Wilson’s office announced that he has partnered with a group of 46 bipartisan attorneys general who are pushing the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to enhance the current robocalls mitigation database. The coalition aims to close a loophole that allows scammers to misuse the nation’s telephone network. These efforts are part of a wider call for the federal government to implement more effective measures to combat the growing issue of robocalls, which have become increasingly frustrating…

Former Banker Russell Laffitte’s Conviction Overturned Former banker Russell Laffitte, who is known for his connections to Alex Murdaugh, had his federal conviction overturned by the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Thursday. This decision opens the door for a new trial. According to Adair Boroughs, the U.S. Attorney for the District of South Carolina, this ruling does not affect the ongoing charges against Laffitte. He noted, “The Fourth Circuit ordered a retrial based only on the district court’s replacement of a deliberating juror. This ruling has no impact on the charges against Laffitte moving forward. We respect the…

Chloe Kitts, a forward for the South Carolina Gamecocks, is set to return to the court after missing the last game due to an academic suspension. Coach Dawn Staley confirmed that Kitts and the rest of the team will be ready for their home opener against Coppin State on Thursday night. Last Sunday, Kitts was sidelined during the Gamecocks’ 71-57 win against N.C. State, which was ranked ninth at the time. The team indicated that her absence was due to an “academic policy issue.” Despite this setback, Staley expressed pride in Kitts’ progress both on and off the court, highlighting…

The Cleveland Cavaliers continue their impressive start to the season, maintaining their undefeated streak after a hard-fought victory over the Chicago Bulls. On Monday night at the United Center, the Cavaliers emerged victorious with a score of 119-113, improving their record to 12-0. This remarkable performance makes the Cavaliers the last remaining undefeated team in the NBA and puts them alongside just seven other teams in league history that have begun a season with twelve straight wins. This also marks the best start in franchise history, echoing the Golden State Warriors’ phenomenal 2015-16 season when they began with 24 consecutive…

Cayce Police Investigation Continues in September Murder Case CAYCE, S.C. (WOLO) – The Cayce Police Department is actively investigating a murder that took place at an apartment complex in September. On September 9, officers discovered 22-year-old Jalen Allen shot multiple times in his car at the Alight Apartments on Alexander Drive. Unfortunately, he later passed away at the hospital. Authorities are currently awaiting forensics results to help in their investigation. They believe that this incident was not random and that it is isolated. If you have any information regarding this case, the police urge you to contact CrimeStoppers at 1-888-CRIMESC.

The Cleveland Cavaliers have made history by becoming only the eighth team in NBA history to start a season with a perfect record of 12-0. They achieved this milestone with a hard-fought 119-113 victory against the Chicago Bulls on Monday night. In a competitive game held in Chicago, the Bulls initially built a nine-point lead with just over four minutes left in the third quarter. However, the Cavaliers rallied back, finishing the quarter with a slim three-point lead as they headed into the final period. Although the Bulls managed to even the score at 106-106, the Cavaliers surged ahead in…

Residents of Orangeburg County Begin Recovery as Many Roads Remain Closed ORANGEBURG, SC — Last week, heavy rains combined with the rising Edisto River led to significant flooding across Orangeburg County. As the floodwaters recede, recovery efforts are underway, but many roads are still impassable. Communities affected by the flooding include Norway, Cordova, and Bowman. According to the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT), as of Wednesday afternoon, a total of 47 roads are still closed. In Bolen Town, resident John Hickson faces challenges in his muddy yard and ongoing power outages as he works to restore normalcy in his…

Title: S.C. Representative Criticizes Research Lab After Monkey Escape Incident Yamassee, SC (WOLO) — The situation with the escaped monkeys in the Lowcountry is still unfolding. Officials from Alpha-Genesis, the research facility where the 43 monkeys escaped, announced on Wednesday night that they have successfully recaptured 32 of the primates. After checking their health, the officials reported that all the recovered monkeys appear to be in good condition. However, this incident is not the first time animals have escaped from this facility. South Carolina Representative Nancy Mace has expressed her concerns regarding this situation. In a letter to the U.S.…

Cavaliers Remain Undefeated with Narrow Win Over Bulls On Monday night in Chicago, the Cavaliers secured their 12th consecutive win of the season, edging out the Bulls 119-113. This victory places the Cavaliers among the select few teams in NBA history to start a season with such an impressive win streak. This marks the first time a team has achieved a 12-0 start since the Golden State Warriors set an astounding record of 24 straight wins in the 2015-16 season, which they concluded with a historic 73-9 overall record. Star player Donovan Mitchell was instrumental in the Cavs’ success, scoring…