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Daytime temperatures will hover around the freezing point when the potential winter weather could hit the Midlands.
Snow, sleet & freezing rain all possible in Columbia. Here’s when it’s forecast
Daytime temperatures will hover around the freezing point when the potential winter weather could hit the Midlands.
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January 20, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Daytime temperatures will hover around the freezing point when the potential winter weather could hit the Midlands.
The new Columbia spot will feature Neapolitan pizza, sandwiches, salads and more in a key downtown district.
This bustling downtown Columbia street is set to get a new pizza restaurant
The new Columbia spot will feature Neapolitan pizza, sandwiches, salads and more in a key downtown district.
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January 20, 2026 at 4:20 PM
The new Columbia spot will feature Neapolitan pizza, sandwiches, salads and more in a key downtown district.
He’ll reportedly work for the Tigers in an unpaid role.
Former NFL head coach joins Clemson football staff ahead of 2026 season
He’ll reportedly work for the Tigers in an unpaid role.
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January 20, 2026 at 2:30 PM
He’ll reportedly work for the Tigers in an unpaid role.
There were 35 confirmed earthquakes in South Carolina in 2025, according to the state Department of Natural Resources.
Rumbling from SC’s first earthquake of 2026 wakes hundreds in the Columbia area
There were 35 confirmed earthquakes in South Carolina in 2025, according to the state Department of Natural Resources.
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January 20, 2026 at 1:40 PM
There were 35 confirmed earthquakes in South Carolina in 2025, according to the state Department of Natural Resources.
She’s a “complete, all-around player,” her high school coach says.
Jerzy Robinson scouting report: What to expect from 5-star South Carolina recruit
She’s a “complete, all-around player,” her high school coach says.
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January 20, 2026 at 12:50 PM
She’s a “complete, all-around player,” her high school coach says.
Matt Wylie: One year into Trump 2.0, it’s time for Republicans to behave like Ronald Reagan | Opinion
One year into Trump 2.0, it’s time for Republicans to behave like Ronald Reagan | Opinion
Matt Wylie: One year into Trump 2.0, it’s time for Republicans to behave like Ronald Reagan | Opinion
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January 20, 2026 at 11:40 AM
Matt Wylie: One year into Trump 2.0, it’s time for Republicans to behave like Ronald Reagan | Opinion
Dale Jr., who wrecked his truck as a teenager, has teamed up with Nationwide and BRAKES to help teen drivers pay more attention to the road.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. knows all too well how poorly teenagers drive when distracted
Dale Jr., who wrecked his truck as a teenager, has teamed up with Nationwide and BRAKES to help teen drivers pay more attention to the road.
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January 20, 2026 at 11:10 AM
Dale Jr., who wrecked his truck as a teenager, has teamed up with Nationwide and BRAKES to help teen drivers pay more attention to the road.
The Carolina Panthers are two weeks into their 2026 offseason. Naturally, fans have questions about the future, so the mailbag is back.
Panthers mailbag: How can Dan Morgan fix the Carolina pass rush in 2026?
The Carolina Panthers are two weeks into their 2026 offseason. Naturally, fans have questions about the future, so the mailbag is back.
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January 20, 2026 at 10:10 AM
The Carolina Panthers are two weeks into their 2026 offseason. Naturally, fans have questions about the future, so the mailbag is back.
Cathie Wood shares her latest outlook on the U.S.
Cathie Wood sends blunt 3-word message on stock outlook in 2026
Cathie Wood shares her latest outlook on the U.S.
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January 20, 2026 at 8:50 AM
Cathie Wood shares her latest outlook on the U.S.
Looking to increase your step count in 2026? These daily walking essentials like hand warmers, good sneakers and more will keep you going.
10 Essentials That’ll Actually Make You Want to Walk Daily
Looking to increase your step count in 2026? These daily walking essentials like hand warmers, good sneakers and more will keep you going.
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January 20, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Looking to increase your step count in 2026? These daily walking essentials like hand warmers, good sneakers and more will keep you going.
The Gamecocks add their 25th transfer of the offseason.
South Carolina football lands eighth offensive lineman from transfer portal
The Gamecocks add their 25th transfer of the offseason.
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January 20, 2026 at 5:10 AM
The Gamecocks add their 25th transfer of the offseason.
Dabo Swinney and the Tigers are adding another transfer up front.
Clemson football flips JUCO defensive tackle recruit from Big Ten school
Dabo Swinney and the Tigers are adding another transfer up front.
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January 20, 2026 at 4:20 AM
Dabo Swinney and the Tigers are adding another transfer up front.
New Jersey U.S. Sen. Cory Booker and California Congressman Ro Khanna highlighted the annual King Day at the Dome event in Columbia, S.C.
‘We need to redeem the dream.’ Hints of the ‘28 campaign come to ‘26 SC King Day
New Jersey U.S. Sen. Cory Booker and California Congressman Ro Khanna highlighted the annual King Day at the Dome event in Columbia, S.C.
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January 20, 2026 at 2:50 AM
New Jersey U.S. Sen. Cory Booker and California Congressman Ro Khanna highlighted the annual King Day at the Dome event in Columbia, S.C.
A former South Carolina walk-on wide receiver is coming back to Columbia
Gamecocks sign Big 12 WR who started career at South Carolina
A former South Carolina walk-on wide receiver is coming back to Columbia
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January 20, 2026 at 12:40 AM
A former South Carolina walk-on wide receiver is coming back to Columbia
Chick-fil-A's well-known "closed on Sundays" policy is already tough for fans to accept.
Chick-fil-A confirms whether it will open on MLK Day
Chick-fil-A's well-known "closed on Sundays" policy is already tough for fans to accept.
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January 20, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Chick-fil-A's well-known "closed on Sundays" policy is already tough for fans to accept.
The suggested detour will take local drivers more than two miles out of their way while repair work is being done.
Bridge in Lexington County will be closed for repairs. Traffic will be impacted
The suggested detour will take local drivers more than two miles out of their way while repair work is being done.
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January 19, 2026 at 11:10 PM
The suggested detour will take local drivers more than two miles out of their way while repair work is being done.
The Gamecocks add their 25th transfer of the offseason.
South Carolina football lands eighth offensive lineman from transfer portal
The Gamecocks add their 25th transfer of the offseason.
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January 19, 2026 at 10:50 PM
The Gamecocks add their 25th transfer of the offseason.
Dabo Swinney and the Tigers are adding another transfer up front.
Clemson football flips JUCO defensive tackle recruit from Big Ten school
Dabo Swinney and the Tigers are adding another transfer up front.
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January 19, 2026 at 10:10 PM
Dabo Swinney and the Tigers are adding another transfer up front.
The front passenger side of the vehicle was struck by a collision in the intersection, according to S.C. state trooper investigation.
One dead in Midlands traffic collision, S.C. Highway Patrol says
The front passenger side of the vehicle was struck by a collision in the intersection, according to S.C. state trooper investigation.
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January 19, 2026 at 9:50 PM
The front passenger side of the vehicle was struck by a collision in the intersection, according to S.C. state trooper investigation.
Where Columbia drivers will need to go while the bridge is closed.
Traffic detour on Columbia road after bridge closed for repairs
Where Columbia drivers will need to go while the bridge is closed.
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January 19, 2026 at 9:10 PM
Where Columbia drivers will need to go while the bridge is closed.
Smoke covered the area and residents were warned to avoid the area after a fire broke out in the rear of the school campus.
Firefighters respond to ‘significant’ brush fire at Midlands high school
Smoke covered the area and residents were warned to avoid the area after a fire broke out in the rear of the school campus.
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January 19, 2026 at 8:50 PM
Smoke covered the area and residents were warned to avoid the area after a fire broke out in the rear of the school campus.
New Jersey U.S. Sen. Cory Booker and California Congressman Ro Khanna highlighted the annual King Day at the Dome event in Columbia, S.C.
‘We need to redeem the dream.’ Hints of the ‘28 campaign come to ‘26 SC King Day
New Jersey U.S. Sen. Cory Booker and California Congressman Ro Khanna highlighted the annual King Day at the Dome event in Columbia, S.C.
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January 19, 2026 at 8:40 PM
New Jersey U.S. Sen. Cory Booker and California Congressman Ro Khanna highlighted the annual King Day at the Dome event in Columbia, S.C.
A confrontation escalated into gunfire after two groups met up at the gas station for the “sale and purchase of items,” the sheriff said.
4 men arrested after shooting at SC gas station
A confrontation escalated into gunfire after two groups met up at the gas station for the “sale and purchase of items,” the sheriff said.
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January 19, 2026 at 7:40 PM
A confrontation escalated into gunfire after two groups met up at the gas station for the “sale and purchase of items,” the sheriff said.
Remember E.J. Williams? He’ll play in his 60th and final college football game Monday night in Miami.
How a former Clemson WR took the long road to the national championship game
Remember E.J. Williams? He’ll play in his 60th and final college football game Monday night in Miami.
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January 19, 2026 at 6:20 PM
Remember E.J. Williams? He’ll play in his 60th and final college football game Monday night in Miami.
North Carolina, Missouri and Georgia were three of the other states.
Chicken recalled for listeria went to restaurants in Florida and 6 other states
North Carolina, Missouri and Georgia were three of the other states.
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January 19, 2026 at 6:00 PM
North Carolina, Missouri and Georgia were three of the other states.