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Essentially Sports

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Dawn Staley Finally Gets Her Dream Recruit as GG Banks Chooses South Carolina Over LSU, Texas

Some recruiting battles are won through persistence, while others come down to a connection that stays with a player long after their first conversation. For Dawn Staley, GG Banks’ decision to commit to South Carolina is a little bit of both. The five-star guard had identified the Gamecocks as her dream school back in 2023, and now, after attracting attention from several major programs, she’s bringing her talents to Columbia. “South Carolina head women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley announced that Jezelle ‘GG’ Banks (Wilmington, Del. / The St. James Academy (VA)) will join the Gamecocks begin...

Columbia, SC · 2d

Columbia Star

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O’Neal helps Keenan tame Bulldogs

Keenan’s Hunter O’Neal ran for 289 yards and two touchdowns on 36 carries to lead the Raiders to a 30-21 win over the visiting Newberry Bulldogs in the first round of the Class 2A playoffs Friday, November 6. O’Neal also converted three two-point attempts. “Of course, we...

Columbia, SC · 1d

USC Trojans On SI

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USC Basketball’s Big Three Continues to Surge Ahead of South Carolina

The USC Trojans' trio of guards made a statement against College of Charleston, building momentum ahead of Sunday's matchup with No. 1 South Carolina.

Los Angeles, CA · 1d

wach.com

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First fall freeze likely this weekend

COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) — Today is the beginning of a cool down that will persist through the weekend and early next week. Temperatures will go from the 40s early to the upper 50s and low 60s this afternoon. These will be the coolest high temperatures for the Midlands since...

Columbia, SC · 1d

hoodline.com

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Berkeley County Identifies Coal-Car Remains After Two Years

Skeletal remains found in a train coal car at a Berkeley County power-plant yard in June 2024 now have a name. Officials identified the man as Stephen Anthony Williams, 47, whose last known residence was in Georgia. The Berkeley County Coroner’s Office said investigative genetic genealogy scientifically identified Williams after...

Berkeley County, SC · 15h

The State

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Recommendation of the Week: Dipped cone at Zesto of West Columbia

Sometimes an icon is more than just a symbol. For 77 years, Zesto of West Columbia has been a fixture on 12th Street, offering up burgers , chicken, fries, milkshakes, hot dogs and more. The restaurant is such a mainstay that earlier this year a section of 12th Street, from Jarvis Klapman Boulveard down to Knox Abbott Drive, was named Gus Manos Memorial Street in memory of one of the West Columbia restaurant’s late co-owners. While I do love a good Zesto burger and fries, on a recent afternoon visit I went with a chocolate dipped ice cream cone. There’s a reason they have a towering sculpture of it outside, after all. With its solid chocolate shell enveloping the super sweet vanilla ice cream , the dipped cone remains a classic afternoon snack, a reward after soccer practice , or a treat for just about any other occasion. If you liked this suggestion and want to see more like it, you can get my recommendations first in Let’s Dish, Columbia, my weekly newsletter offering restaurant and food news from across Columbia, Lexington and South Carolina. Simply fill out the form below to sign up for the (free) newsletter.

West Columbia, SC · 1d

Lexington County Chronicle

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Allen University alum publishes debut book, ‘Legacy Leverage’

Allen University alumnus Tylan Jennings, a U.S. Army veteran, educator and coach, has published his first book, “Legacy Leverage: From Discipline to Dynasty.”. The book explores how the habits people build, the choices they make about money and the time they invest in others can shape what they pass on to the next generation, according to a news release.

Columbia, SC · 20h

voiceofmotown.com

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South Carolina’s overtime comeback sends Gamecocks to WVU for Sun Belt final

MORGANTOWN, West Virginia. West Virginia now knows the opponent standing between the Mountaineers and the Sun Belt tournament championship. South Carolina completed a stunning comeback at Marshall on Wednesday night, winning 4-3 in overtime to earn a trip to Dick Dlesk Soccer Stadium for Sunday’s final. The Gamecocks trailed...

Morgantown, WV · 2d

WIS-TV

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Questions raised about Richland One school board member-elect’s residency

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Community members are raising questions about whether newly elected Richland One school board member Artina McKnight-Coard meets the residency requirements to represent Seat 1. McKnight-Coard says she is qualified to serve. McKnight-Coard’s candidacy filing lists an address on St. Andrews Road. A visit to the location...

Richland County, SC · 1d

Lexington County Chronicle

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2026 state Christmas tree arrives at SC House

South Carolina’s official Christmas tree arrived at the South Carolina State House in Columbia on Monday, Nov. 9, following a brief press conference on the North Lawn. Charlene Slaughter, director of communications with Experience Columbia SC, thanked the many individuals and organizations that helped make this year’s tree possible. Experience Columbia SC is the presenting sponsor of the 60th annual Governor’s Carolighting.

Columbia, SC · 18h

WIS-TV

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RCSD: Richland Northeast High student sets off metal detector with knife ‘used for her lunch’

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - A 15-year-old student was charged by the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) after a knife was found in her possession on Thursday. The student set off a metal detector at Richland Northeast High School around 8:45 a.m. It was discovered she had a knife in her pencil case. According to RCSD, she said she used the utensil for her lunch.

Richland County, SC · 1d

WIS-TV

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Sorority donates copies of Dawn Staley’s book to Heyward Gibbes Middle School

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Alpha Kappa Alpha’s Gamma Nu Omega chapter donated copies of South Carolina women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley’s book, “Uncommon Favor,” to Heyward Gibbes Middle School in partnership with the Philadelphia Reading Corner. According to Richland County School District One, the Philadelphia...

Columbia, SC · 17h

Seattle ON Tap

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The 45-Point Statement That South Carolina Made Tells You Everything About the New #1

Ncaab on gradient background - Created by the Sports On Tap desk | Source : Sports On Tap (team logos property of their respective owners) South Carolina has absolutely stomped its way to the No. 1 spot in the CBS Sports women’s college basketball power rankings, kicking off the season with a flawless 2-0 record. […]

Columbia, SC · 2d

triangletribune.com

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Championship Saturday: ‘You win it, you’re in it’

N.C. Central (5-5, 3-0 MEAC) vs. South Carolina State (8-2, 3-0) There’s no sugarcoating the Eagles-Bulldogs showdown in Columbia, South Carolina. “You win it, you’re in it,” NCCU coach Trei Oliver said Monday. For the third straight year, the winner of this game either wins the conference...

Durham, NC · 2d

SwimInfo

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South Carolina Scores 2028 Verbal From Distance Ace Jane Chevalier

South Carolina Scores 2028 Verbal From Distance Ace Jane Chevalier. NEW COMMIT: The University of South Carolina has landed an impressive verbal commitment for Fall 2028 from Larchmont, N.Y. native Jane Chevalier. Chevalier is one of the top distance swimmers in this class. She will join Ella Hafner in Columbia...

Columbia, SC · 1d

Last Word On College Football

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Razorback Report Card: South Carolina Pregame

On Saturday, the plan is simple. Contain LaNorris Sellers, protect KJ Jackson, and finish the opportunities. Arkansas knows the assignment. Now the Razorbacks must prove they can complete it. Arkansas doesn't need another Saturday that looks promising until the scoreboard is final. The Razorbacks host South Carolina on November 14 at 6:45 p.m. CST on …

Fayetteville, AR · 1d

Arkansas Razorbacks On SI

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What a Win Against South Carolina Would Mean for Ryan Silverfield, Arkansas

Pulling off an upset of Gamecocks would help Silverfield's case to build stronger roster in 2027

Fayetteville, AR · 1d

Columbia Star

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Will Green’s Butterfly Effect

Will Green is an award-winning local teacher who spread his wings to promote, protect, and proliferate Monarch butterflies. Will was born in York County. He moved to Columbia after graduating high school and attended USC. After graduating with a marine science degree, Will volunteered in Costa Rica for three months.

Columbia, SC · 1d

The State

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What Gamecocks' first SEC availability report says about LaNorris Sellers' status

As expected: No. 17 South Carolina listed quarterback LaNorris Sellers in its first availability report ahead of Saturday’s matchup against Arkansas. After injuring his ankle during the Gamecocks’ 17-9 win over Texas A&M last week, Sellers is designated as questionable three days out from USC’s game in Fayetteville. Receivers Nyck Harbor and Nitro Tuggle and defensive back J’Zavien Currence also were listed as questionable. Sellers got tests done on his ankle Sunday night and South Carolina coach Shane Beamer said “everything looked good,” giving him the confidence to say, “We fully expect him to play (against Arkansas).” In the second quarter of Saturday’s win over the Aggies, a Texas A&M defender landed on Sellers’ left ankle as he sacked the Gamecocks’ quarterback. Sellers left the game and immediately got X-rays inside Williams-Brice Stadium. When those came back negative, meaning there was no break, it allowed Sellers to continue playing. Early in the second half, it was clear he was struggling to manage the pain. He wasn’t stepping into throws. He consistently looked down at his ankle after bad throws. He seemed unsure of how much the ankle could take. Eventually, though, the injury’s affects weren’t showing themselves as much, which

Columbia, SC · 2d