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Early voting in South Carolina has seen a huge surge this year, with many voters getting a head start ahead of the traditional election day on November 5, 2024. From October 21 to November 2, about 1.47 million South Carolinians participated in early voting, according to the South Carolina Election Commission. This number represents around 43% of the state’s 3.42 million registered voters and is a significant increase from the 58.1% of total votes cast in the 2020 election. To put it simply, over four out of ten registered voters in South Carolina have already voted, and nearly six out…

SPARTANBURG, S.C. — In an exciting matchup on Saturday afternoon, The Citadel defeated their local rivals, Wofford, with a score of 30-17. This win allowed The Citadel to regain the Big Dog Bowl trophy, concluding both teams’ Southern Conference seasons. Quarterback Johnathan Bennett had a solid performance, completing 11 of 18 passes for 166 yards and two touchdowns, both thrown to Javonte Graves-Billips. Besides his passing skills, Bennett added 49 yards on the ground from 11 attempts. On the rushing front, Cooper Wallace led the team with 84 yards on nine carries, including a significant 54-yard run that helped secure…

Tropical Storm Sara is currently drifting near the coast of Honduras, causing heavy rains and severe flooding in parts of Central America, according to weather experts. The storm is being described as “catastrophic,” leading to potential mudslides in the region. Sara is the 18th named storm of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 until November 30. So far this season, 11 of the previous 17 named storms have turned into hurricanes. As for Sara’s location, it is positioned about 30 miles south-southwest of Isla Guanaja, Honduras. The storm has maximum sustained winds of 50 mph and…

US President Joe Biden found himself in an unusual position during the APEC summit this weekend, standing in the back corner of the family photo while other world leaders took center stage. The photo, taken in Lima, Peru, prominently featured Chinese Premier Xi Jinping and Peruvian President Dina Boluarte, who played host to the event. In the front row next to Xi were Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. While the photo was being snapped, Biden was seen smiling and chatting with leaders from Malaysia and Thailand, indicating a spirit of camaraderie despite his less…

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Myles Rice had an impressive game, scoring 23 points, with 17 coming in the first half, leading No. 16 Indiana to a solid 87-71 victory over South Carolina on Saturday. Rice, a transfer from Washington State, shot 7 of 10 from the field, including 3 of 4 from beyond the arc, and made all six of his free throws. The Hoosiers (3-0) maintained control throughout the second half, with their closest lead being eight points in the final minute. Mackenzie Mgbako also contributed significantly, adding 17 points for Indiana. Morris Ugusuk was the standout for the…

A special election is scheduled for early 2025 in South Carolina, highlighting ongoing issues with the state’s election system and the actions of former state representative Marvin Pendarvis. Pendarvis has recently faced serious accusations, including a civil lawsuit filed in April. The lawsuit claims that he settled a case without his client’s knowledge, forged the client’s signature, and attempted to bribe the client after being caught. This situation has prompted a criminal investigation by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division. Additionally, Pendarvis is reportedly connected to a federal investigation concerning a gun grant scandal involving local officials and nonprofits in…

Chloe Kitts Returning to Action for Gamecocks South Carolina forward Chloe Kitts is set to return to the court on Thursday after sitting out the last game due to an academic suspension. The top-ranked Gamecocks are looking forward to their home opener against Coppin State, where Kitts will join her teammates. Head coach Dawn Staley confirmed that Kitts, along with the rest of the team, is ready to compete in the upcoming match. Kitts missed the Gamecocks’ victory over N.C. State last Sunday, which they won 71-57, because of an issue related to team academic policies. In a statement, Staley…

As Tropical Depression Nineteen is close to becoming Tropical Storm Sara, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) has shared predictions about when the storm’s winds will reach land. According to an NHC map, tropical storm-force winds of at least 39 mph are expected to hit the north coast of Honduras around 8 p.m. ET on Friday. The storm is anticipated to impact the northern section of Guatemala by Sunday morning and eastern Belize by Sunday evening. By Monday morning, it should make landfall on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula before moving back over the ocean to the northwest. However, the forecast becomes less…

Ask the Fool: Understanding “Priced for Perfection” Question: I came across a stock that is described as “priced for perfection.” What does that phrase mean? — S.C., Warsaw, Indiana Answer: When a stock is said to be “priced for perfection,” it means that its price has been driven up high by investor excitement and enthusiasm. This price assumes that the company will execute its plans flawlessly, with no room for mistakes. Different people have various opinions about whether a stock is undervalued, overvalued, or valued just right. For example, stocks of companies like Costco, Palantir Technologies, and Intuitive Surgical may…

Upcoming Networking Events in the Upstate: November 15-21 Here’s a roundup of the networking events happening in the Upstate area from November 15 to 21. November 15 Event: Upstate Connect – A Taste of the Holidays What: Celebrate the holiday season by savoring delicious seasonal treats from local minority businesses. When: 9:00 – 10:15 a.m. Where: Six & Twenty Distillery, 556 Perry Ave., B103, Greenville November 19 Event: Celebrating Upstate Successes 2024 What: Join us in acknowledging the hard work of organizations and individuals in the Upstate. Finalists for the Hughes Investments Elevate Upstate Community Vibrancy grants will also present…