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Saturday, May 11, 2013  Country star and Gamecock Alum Darius Rucker was the keynote speaker at Saturday morning's graduation for the College of Arts and Sciences and the Honors College.

Tuesday, April 02, 2013  Former Secretary of Defense Robert Gates and singer Darius Rucker are among those scheduled to speak at upcoming commencement ceremonies at the University of South Carolina.

Wednesday, January 09, 2013  Miss Oklahoma and Miss South Carolina have racked up prizes in the first day of preliminary Miss America competition in Las Vegas.

Thursday, November 08, 2012  Gov. Nikki Haley is speaking about business to business leaders from across South Carolina.

Thursday, May 17, 2012  The Army's largest training installation is setting several days aside to celebrate military retirees and help them get information about healthy living.

Tuesday, May 08, 2012  A fraternity that has represented South Carolina State University for more than 30 years has been recognized for its service and achievements.

Wednesday, May 02, 2012  South Carolina's law enforcement community is honoring three officers killed in the line of duty last year.

Wednesday, February 29, 2012 

Monday, February 13, 2012  Christian singer/songwriter Laura Story, a 2003 graduate of Columbia International University, earned a Grammy Award for her song “Blessings,” which she wrote and recorded. Story received the award in the “Best Contemporary Christian Music Song” category during the afternoon ceremonies at The 54th Annual Grammy Awards on Feb. 12 at Staples Center in Los Angeles.

Tuesday, September 27, 2011  A South Carolina nonprofit that advocates for the poor is honoring U.S. Rep. James Clyburn.

Monday, July 18, 2011  Meals on Wheel volunteer recognized because of the dedication to the non-profit organization.

Friday, May 06, 2011 

Monday, March 21, 2011  'Harry Potter' star Daniel Radcliffe to be honored by anti-suicide Trevor Project with its Hero Award

Tuesday, January 04, 2011  Updated with links to videos. Navy permanently relieves carrier commander of job for poor judgment over raunchy videos.

Monday, January 03, 2011  Navy probes 'inappropriate' videos shown aboard carrier that include slurs, lewd content