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Gamecocks Lose Close Opener to UNF, 74-71 COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Jaylen Smith played a key role in North Florida’s comeback, scoring 14 of his 16 points in the second half as the Ospreys edged out South Carolina 74-71 in their season opener on Monday night. North Florida was down 36-31 at halftime and fell behind by five points at 64-59, following a layup by South Carolina’s Jacobi Wright with just over four minutes left. However, a series of quick plays turned the game around. Smith hit two free throws, then Kamrin Oriol and Jasai Miles each made a 3-pointer.…

Orangeburg County School District Closes Due to Severe Weather ORANGEBURG CO., S.C. – The Orangeburg County School District has announced that all schools will be closed today due to the severe weather conditions affecting the area. Officials highlighted that the decision to close the schools was made because of unsafe road conditions and concerns about the safety of some school buildings. The top priority for the district is the safety and well-being of both students and staff. The school officials will keep an eye on the weather and update the community with any new information as it becomes available.

COLUMBIA, S.C. (November 4, 2024) – The South Carolina Gamecocks will face off against the Missouri Tigers on Saturday, November 16, at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, South Carolina. The game is scheduled to kick off at 4:15 PM ET and will be broadcast on the SEC Network, as announced by the Southeastern Conference. The Tigers have had the upper hand in recent years, winning the last five meetings between the two teams, giving them a 9-5 advantage in the all-time series for the Mayor’s Cup. The Gamecocks have played six games against Mizzou in Columbia, with their last victory occurring…

Photo: Irmo Police Department Tragic Neighbor Dispute Ends in Fatal Shooting in Irmo RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) – A woman has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred in an Irmo neighborhood. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department reported that they received a call about gunfire around 3 p.m. on Wednesday. Upon arrival at the scene in Hedgefield Court, deputies found a man with a gunshot wound to the upper body. Emergency services quickly took the victim to the hospital, but unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries shortly after. Authorities secured the area and gathered details that the…

Clemson Triumphs Over Charleston Southern in Season Opener, 91-64 CLEMSON, S.C. – The Clemson University men’s basketball team kicked off the 2024-25 season with a strong start, defeating Charleston Southern 91-64 at Littlejohn Coliseum on Monday night. The Tigers (1-0) showcased their talent, with Chase Hunter from Atlanta leading the way by scoring 17 points. Hunter made a significant impact toward the end of the first half, hitting three consecutive three-pointers that helped the Tigers take a commanding 48-24 lead at halftime. Myles Foster also made his mark, matching Hunter’s 17 points off the bench, along with four rebounds and…

No. 1 Gamecocks Overcome Michigan in Season Opener, 68-62 LAS VEGAS (AP) — The South Carolina Gamecocks kicked off their season with a narrow victory over the Michigan Wolverines, winning 68-62 in a thrilling opening game of the Hall of Fame Series on Monday night. Chloe Kitts led the Gamecocks with an impressive performance, scoring 19 points and grabbing 14 rebounds, which helped secure the team’s win. Tessa Johnson contributed significantly with 15 points, while Joyce Edwards added 10 points to the Gamecocks’ total. This victory marks South Carolina’s continuation of success after claiming the national championship last season. On…

Three Gamecocks Earn SEC Player Honors After Big Win COLUMBIA, S.C. (November 4, 2024) – After a stunning 44-20 victory over No. 10 Texas A&M last Saturday, three members of the South Carolina Gamecocks football team received special recognition from the Southeastern Conference (SEC). Quarterback LaNorris Sellers was honored as the SEC’s Freshman of the Week. The 6-foot-3, 242-pound redshirt freshman from Florence, South Carolina, showcased his skills by completing 13 out of 27 passes for a personal-best 244 yards and two touchdowns. He also made significant contributions on the ground, rushing 15 times for 106 yards and scoring a…

FEMA to Survey Lexington County Neighborhoods Affected by Hurricane Helene Lexington County, SC — Residents in Lexington County should be aware that surveyors from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will be visiting neighborhoods on Thursday, November 7, 2024. This effort is part of the ongoing response to Hurricane Helene, which caused significant damage in the area. Local law enforcement encourages residents to not be alarmed if they see these surveyors at work. The representatives from FEMA will be easy to identify by their official attire and identification badges. If anyone has doubts about the identity of these surveyors, they…

Sheriff Ravenell says 15-year-old Quentin Ashby was reported as last seen leaving his home on October 29. (Photo: Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office) Orangeburg County Teen Missing Since Last Week Orangeburg County, S.C. – Authorities are actively looking for a Eutawville teenager who was reported missing last week. Sheriff Leroy Ravenell announced that 15-year-old Quentin Ashby was last seen leaving his home on October 29. “We need to locate this young man and get him home,” Sheriff Ravenell stated, emphasizing the importance of bringing Quentin back safely. Quentin is described as a Black male, approximately 5 feet 7 inches tall and…

South Carolina forward Ashlyn Watkins, right, is fouled by Arkansas guard Samara Spencer, left, as she drives to the basket during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024, in Fayetteville, Ark. (AP Photo/Michael Woods) The University of South Carolina has announced that junior forward Ashlyn Watkins is returning to team activities after her legal charges were dismissed earlier this month. The university released a statement confirming that Watkins is back to practicing with the team as of Wednesday. Before this, Watkins had not participated in team workouts, nor was she part of the group…