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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…

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…

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…

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.…

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…

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!

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…

Yellow Jackets Season Ends with Narrow Loss to Edward Waters JACKSONVILLE, FL — The Allen University football team concluded their 2024 season with a tough loss against Edward Waters in the AME Classic, falling 33-28 on Saturday afternoon. The highly competitive matchup came down to the wire. With just over a minute left in the game, Allen was leading 28-26 and had possession on the Edward Waters 22-yard line. However, quarterback Jamir Dismukes encountered trouble as he ran to the right. Unfortunately, he fumbled the ball, which was recovered by the Tigers. With only a minute remaining and three timeouts…

Wofford Triumphs Over Furman 19-13 in Close Matchup GREENVILLE, S.C. – The Wofford College Terriers emerged victorious against the Furman University Paladins, winning 19-13 in a tightly contested game at Paladin Stadium on Saturday afternoon. The matchup started evenly, with the teams knotted at 10-10 at halftime, but Wofford’s defense limited Furman to just three points in the second half. The Terriers showcased a robust offensive performance, accumulating a season-best 385 total yards, while their defense made a significant impact with 13 tackles for loss, restricting the Paladins to only 55 rushing yards. With this win, Wofford improves to a…

COLUMBIA, S.C. – On Thursday, November 7, Governor Henry McMaster announced a state of emergency in response to significant flash flooding in Orangeburg County. Heavy rainfall caused considerable disruption in the area, with many roads either closed or completely washed away. According to the National Weather Service, the eastern midlands received between 7 to 10 inches of rain, with some localized spots experiencing up to 15 inches. Residents are advised to stay safe and avoid flooded areas as the community begins to assess the damage.