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The 2024 elections in South Carolina marked a significant shift for the state’s Senate, leading to a wave of changes among its leadership. In total, thirteen out of the 46 senators have stepped down or been voted out, reflecting a historic turnover that involves nearly one-third of the chamber. This reshuffling has tilted the balance more in favor of the GOP, which has been able to expand its supermajority in the Senate. As the new senators prepare to take office next month, one former senator is making sure her voice is still heard. Katrina Shealy, a senator who lost her…

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Greenville Man Sentenced in Cold Case Murder Thirteenth Circuit Solicitor Walt Wilkins states that Jason Travis Merrill (48) pled guilty to Murder and Arson 2nd… Degree on November 5, 2024. The Honorable Perry Gravely sentenced him to thirty-five years in the South Carolina Department of Corrections. Evidence presented during the plea by Assistant Solicitor Marcus Smith established that between October 11, 2015 and October 15, 2015, Merrill shot and killed Cecil Sanders “Sandy” Morris (pictured) at 20 Michael Drive in Greenville County. On October 30, 2015, Merrill was seen on surveillance videos driving the victim’s vehicle, returning to the victim’s…

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Clemson Triumphs Over Virginia Tech, 24-14 BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) — The No. 19 Clemson Tigers showcased their strength with a 24-14 victory over Virginia Tech on Saturday, thanks to quarterback Cade Klubnik’s impressive performance. Klubnik threw three touchdown passes, leading his team to bounce back after a recent home defeat to Louisville. The Tigers (7-2, 6-1) demonstrated a solid defense, limiting Virginia Tech to just 228 yards, the lowest for the Hokies this season. This win marked Clemson’s seventh consecutive victory over Virginia Tech, keeping them firmly in the race for the ACC title. Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney expressed…

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Benedict College Triumphs Over Savannah State with a Strong Second Half COLUMBIA, S.C. – In an exciting football matchup on Saturday, the Benedict College Tigers turned things around in the second half to secure a 35-27 victory against Savannah State at Charlie W. Johnson Stadium. The highlight of the second half came from Jaxon Williams, who opened with an impressive 83-yard kickoff return for a touchdown. The Tigers finished the 2024 season with a record of 4 wins and 6 losses, including 4 wins and 4 losses in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC). This game marked the conclusion of…

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ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith has shared his thoughts on Jimmy Kimmel’s emotional response to Donald Trump’s recent election win. Kimmel, during a late-night show, expressed his sadness over the election results, suggesting it would negatively impact both Trump voters and those who opposed him. In a recent appearance on “The Will Cain Show,” Smith emphasized that Kimmel’s feelings do not represent his own. He stated clearly, “That would not have been me,” and expressed that he would not be “crying” over Trump’s presidency. Smith highlighted a key difference in their reactions, praising Trump’s economic performance before the pandemic. He conveyed…

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COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — Nicholas Wayne Hamlett, a murder suspect from Tennessee, has been arrested in Columbia, according to the Columbia Police Department. The apprehension took place on Sunday evening when a hospital worker recognized Hamlett at a local medical facility. Law enforcement confirmed his identity using a fingerprint scanner. He is now in the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service’s Columbia Carolinas Regional Fugitive Task Force. Authorities are coordinating with Tennessee officials to arrange Hamlett’s extradition back to Monroe County, TN. This development follows a tense situation reported earlier on November 1st, where police were still searching for Hamlett.…

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The top-ranked South Carolina Gamecocks faced a significant challenge this weekend, but they emerged victorious with a solid 71-57 win over the ninth-ranked North Carolina State Wolves at the Ally Tipoff event in Charlotte. Te-Hina Paopao led the way for the Gamecocks with an impressive 23 points, while MiLaysia Fulwiley contributed 18 points off the bench, showcasing a strong performance for the team. The Gamecocks, improving their season record to 2-0, shot 50% from the field, with Paopao and Fulwiley combining to hit 18 of 30 shots. For NC State, Zamareya Jones was the standout with…

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FNF Friday Night Fever Week 11 Highlights In Week 11 of high school football, excitement filled the air across the Midlands. This week’s highlights from “Friday Night Fever,” sponsored by Wendy’s, showcased some thrilling moments on the field as teams battled for victory. Stay tuned for more updates and highlights from local high school sports as the season progresses!

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Nicholas Wayne Hamlett Captured After Weeks on the Run After nearly four weeks of evading capture following an alleged murder in Tennessee, Nicholas Wayne Hamlett is now in custody. The Columbia Police Department announced on November 10, 2024, that Hamlett was located at a local hospital in Columbia, South Carolina, nearly a week and a half after being spotted in the area. Law enforcement officials say that Hamlett, wanted for the murder of 34-year-old Steven Douglas Lloyd in Tennessee, was recognized by a hospital employee. This led to a confirmation of his identity through a fingerprint scan conducted by the…

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