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Thursday, March 21, 2013  The University of South Carolina is celebrating the publication of a book containing the complete poems by former professor and author James Dickey.

Sunday, March 10, 2013  A Clemson University researcher says widespread interest in the world of the undead isn't just a random fad.

Thursday, January 31, 2013  popular poet is bringing her skills to the University of South Carolina.

Tuesday, January 29, 2013  A South Carolina high school teacher fired after stomping on the American flag wants his job back.

Friday, January 25, 2013  A South Carolina high school teacher fired after stomping on the American flag wants his job back.

Thursday, January 10, 2013  A high school honors English teacher is facing disciplinary action after officials say he stomped on an American flag in front of his students.

Wednesday, January 09, 2013  South Carolina native and National Book Award winner Nikky Finney is joining the faculty at the University of South Carolina.

Friday, November 09, 2012  A University of Edinburgh professor says students deserve better than the unexplained prohibitions and useless clarifications that pass for proper language instruction.

Wednesday, August 22, 2012  State ACT scores improved slightly for graduating seniors in 2011, but the numbers are still below the national average.

Monday, August 20, 2012  South Carolina tourism leaders hope the state's $15 billion industry gets a boost from next month's Democratic National Convention in nearby Charlotte.

Wednesday, August 08, 2012  A Johnsonville High School Enghlish teacher is honored and recognized as South Carolina Teacher of the Year.

Friday, July 06, 2012  It has been said that a true Southern woman can take you mud bogging in the morning and then serve a proper tea in the afternoon.

Wednesday, June 27, 2012  City leaders have put a temporary hold on issuing new taxi cab licenses.

Friday, December 09, 2011  Investigators say nine people arrested in a drug bust in Sumter County include the county sheriff's son.

Wednesday, August 24, 2011  The Red Cross is uring people to donate blood ahead of the arrival of Hurricane Irene.