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South Carolina's equestrian team clinched their fourth national championship in a thrilling tiebreaker victory, ending a nine-year title drought. The No. 4 seed Gamecocks upset top-ranked Auburn and Texas A&M to claim the crown.
South Carolina successfully stopped its largest measles outbreak in over three decades through rapid response and a surge in vaccinations. The victory shows communities can fight back when families come together to protect their kids.
South Carolina defeated defending champion UConn 62-48, snapping a historic 54-game winning streak and advancing to the women's basketball national championship. The Gamecocks, who lost to UConn in last year's title game, get their chance at redemption.
South Carolina's largest measles outbreak in decades has officially ended after nearly 1,000 cases, and there's encouraging news: vaccination rates are climbing both locally and nationwide. Health officials say the outbreak may have reminded parents why vaccines matter.
South Carolina has emerged as America's top state for keeping new businesses alive, with only 17.7% failing in their first year compared to the national average of 22.1%. The state welcomed over 3,000 more new businesses than it lost last year, proving entrepreneurs are finding fertile ground in the Palmetto State.
This August, anyone in South Carolina can spend just 15 minutes helping scientists track the bees and butterflies that keep our food systems thriving. Clemson Extension is recruiting volunteers for a region-wide pollinator census that turns curious community members into conservation heroes.
Federal health experts are heading to South Carolina to help tackle a measles outbreak that's already affected nearly 1,000 people. The good news? Vaccination rates jumped 133% in the hardest-hit county last month.
Electric vehicle maker Scout Motors is opening applications for its first assembly line workers at its new South Carolina plant, with jobs paying up to $37.50 per hour. No factory experience required.
Deep in South Carolina's pine woods, a specialized sanctuary is protecting 800 of the world's rarest turtles while training conservationists from around the globe. More than half of all turtle species now face extinction, but this facility offers hope for their survival.
South Carolina families will see a smaller electricity bill increase after environmental groups and Dominion Energy reached a settlement that cuts the rate hike nearly in half. The agreement also secures $6 million in direct relief and energy efficiency programs for customers.
A South Carolina automotive founder just handed a children's hospital a million-dollar gift that will help countless families afford critical care. The Bill McDaniels Foundation continues its mission of supporting children and families across the state.
A solar manufacturer is building a massive factory in South Carolina that will create over 500 jobs and help America reduce its dependence on imported energy components. The $350 million facility marks an incredible comeback for a company that nearly went under just eight years ago.
The electric Polestar 3 SUV is moving all production to South Carolina, ending manufacturing in China and creating a bigger manufacturing footprint in the US. The shift comes as Polestar's sales jumped 34% last year.
Nine counties in northeastern South Carolina attracted over $426 million in new industrial projects and created more than 400 jobs in 2025. The growth shows the Pee Dee region is becoming a magnet for businesses looking to expand and invest.
Two South Carolina high school teams closed out championship weekends with flawless records and emotional victories. One coach ended a 29-year career on top, while a team made program history with their first perfect season.
A massive community effort in South Carolina stopped the state's largest measles outbreak in over two decades, delivering nearly 4,000 additional vaccines and protecting thousands of children. The outbreak is officially over, showing what's possible when neighbors step up to protect each other.
The University of South Carolina equestrian team just claimed the 2026 national championship, defeating top programs in a unique competition where riders compete on unfamiliar horses. The 49-member squad, which also holds the highest GPA among women's athletic teams, proved teamwork and preparation can overcome any challenge.
After 997 cases, South Carolina officially ended its worst measles outbreak in over 35 years thanks to massive community vaccination efforts. The real win: 82,000 people got vaccinated, with some areas seeing vaccination rates jump 94%.
South Carolina women's basketball made NCAA history by reaching its sixth consecutive Final Four, becoming only the second team ever to achieve this milestone. The Gamecocks overcame an early deficit to dominate TCU 78-52, setting up a championship rematch with undefeated UConn.
Former basketball player Jermaine Johnson just won the Democratic nomination for South Carolina governor, bringing his experience from the court to the campaign trail. The state lawmaker beat out two opponents after months of grassroots campaigning in places that rarely see candidates.
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