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Powerful storm leaves behind damage in Orangeburg

Strong winds, microburst bring significant damage to Orangeburg 4r5w1b

Updated: Aug. 1, 2024 at 9:14 AM EDT
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By Jalen Tart
Severe storms caused significant damage in Orangeburg, specifically in the areas of Broughton and Russell streets. Thankfully, no injuries were reported.

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Orangeburg County School District holds dedication ceremony for brand new Lake Marion Middle...

Orangeburg County School District holds dedication ceremony for brand new Lake Marion Middle School 44s3a

Updated: Jul. 25, 2024 at 10:49 PM EDT
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By Jalen Tart
Orangeburg County School District has officially opened Lake Marion Middle School just in time for the new academic year. The opening was marked by a dedication ceremony attended by district officials, elected leaders, and community .

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A spokesperson for the ATF wouldn’t say how many firearms were stolen from the pawn shop but...

Authorities address break-in at Orangeburg pawn shop 2jc4x

Updated: Jul. 18, 2024 at 10:58 PM EDT
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By Jalen Tart
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is continuing to investigate the theft of multiple guns from an Orangeburg Pawn Shop last month.

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The Diamond Youth World Series will feature 7 and 8-year-old All-Star teams from 11 Southeast...

Orangeburg prepares for 2024 Diamond Youth Baseball World Series 6x6x26

Updated: Jul. 15, 2024 at 10:04 PM EDT
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By Jalen Tart
Orangeburg City officials are now in the final stretch of preparations for The Diamond Youth Baseball World Series.

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The three students were all less than 20 years old when they were killed not far from where...

Orangeburg nonprofit holds march during youth mentoring program 44av

Updated: Jul. 12, 2024 at 10:23 AM EDT
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By Kevin Connaughton and Jalen Tart
An Orangeburg nonprofit that has spent the summer mentoring kids held a Day of Service Campus March at South Carolina State University.

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The fire occurred on Garden Hill Drive in the Summit neighborhood early Tuesday morning at...

Thanks to late-night video games, S.C. teen was awake to save family 6t4n71

Updated: Jun. 26, 2024 at 2:22 PM EDT
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By Jalen Tart and Kevin Connaughton
Avante Weeks was playing video games with his friends when he heard popping noises, thinking his neighbors were enjoying an outside fire. It was actually a house fire.

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The Richland County Sheriff’s Department announced the ing of K-9 Wick, who was hit and...

Funeral procession held for K-9 killed during foot pursuit; search for suspect ongoing 3a34

Updated: Jun. 20, 2024 at 7:46 PM EDT
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By Mayra Parrilla Guerrero, Jalen Tart and Gray News staff
Deputies in South Carolina are searching for the driver who was the subject of a chase that resulted in the death of a K-9 officer.

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The city of Orangeburg celebrated an impressive milestone on Wednesday with the...

Orangeburg breaks ground on Railroad Corner revitalization project 1z5h2z

Updated: Jun. 20, 2024 at 9:24 AM EDT
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By Jalen Tart
The city of Orangeburg celebrated an impressive milestone on Wednesday with the groundbreaking of the Railroad Corner Revitalization project.

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Law enforcement groups hold summer event to improve relations with Orangeburg community, children

Law enforcement groups hold summer event to improve relations with Orangeburg community, children 6v2k20

Updated: Jun. 8, 2024 at 12:29 AM EDT
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By Jalen Tart
A Columbia based nonprofit Serve and Connect partnered with law enforcement and community-based organizations to host a free community event in Orangeburg on Friday.

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Orangeburg County School District starts summer feeding program for kids and teens in need

Orangeburg County School District begins summer feeding program for kids, teens in need 2b5y41

Updated: Jun. 4, 2024 at 10:20 PM EDT
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By Jalen Tart
As students are off from school to enjoy the summer break, school districts across the midlands are now launching summer meal programs to help provide kids with meals over the summer break.”

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Dr. Richard Johnson

S.C. State introduces former SLED agent as new police chief 2h4i6s

Updated: May 21, 2024 at 5:49 PM EDT
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By Jalen Tart
South Carolina State University leaders introduce the new campus police chief, Dr. Richard Johnson, described as an “emergency hire.”

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S.C. State addresses housing concerns as enrollment rises 731z1i

Updated: May 7, 2024 at 11:17 AM EDT
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By Jalen Tart
Enrollment between 2022 and 2023 went up nearly 15%. Applications for the fall semester went up 29% over last year.

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Orangeburg County pet ordinance

New pet ordinance takes effect for Orangeburg County 2f1g17

Updated: May 5, 2024 at 2:32 PM EDT
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By Jalen Tart
For any dog or cat that is spayed or neutered, ordinance requires owners to pay a $1 annual registration fee. For those pets who aren’t, the fee goes up to $50 a year per animal.

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Some South Carolina State University students say with only one day away until the start of...

1 fired, 1 retired: Documents show S.C. State police changes 3w316e

Updated: Apr. 26, 2024 at 11:19 AM EDT
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By Jalen Tart
South Carolina State University’s campus police chief and another high-ranking officer are no longer employed by the university.

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SC State holds press conference to introduce gun-sniffing dog 6k5w5n

Updated: Apr. 25, 2024 at 10:32 AM EDT
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By Jalen Tart and Kevin Connaughton
outh Carolina State University introduced a gun-sniffing dog as the newest member of their campus police team.

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SC State to make changes to degree programs this fall

S.C. State to add several new degree programs this fall 2r5p33

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 11:09 AM EDT
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By Jalen Tart
The Board of Trustees at South Carolina State University approved three new undergraduate engineering degree programs and Master’s degrees in cybersecurity.

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South Carolina players and coaches celebrate after the Final Four college basketball...

City of Columbia officials lay out preparations for Gamecock Women’s Basketball Championship Parade 5157l

Updated: Apr. 11, 2024 at 7:02 PM EDT
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By Jalen Tart
The USC women’s basketball team will be honored and celebrated with a parade this weekend after winning their third national championship. The City of Columbia will host the parade on Sunday at 2 p.m.

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A celebration of life service was held for James Christopher Robinson, Jr., one of the two...

Family of Orangeburg double-homicide victim speaks out 3bw2a

Updated: Apr. 3, 2024 at 10:46 AM EDT
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By Jalen Tart
James Christopher Robinson Jr's family is still heartbroken over the loss but remains strong as they are still fighting to seek justice.

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Orangeburg residents oppose Claflin University road transfer 244j15

Updated: Mar. 27, 2024 at 3:01 PM EDT
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By Jalen Tart
A proposed plan to turn a section of a state-maintained road in Orangeburg to a private road is drawing some opposition from people who live in the area.

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S.C. crime victims demand more state funding, 6m633o

Updated: Mar. 22, 2024 at 12:34 PM EDT
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By Jalen Tart
People gathered at the State House steps to advocate state lawmakers to victims of violent crimes and their families in the fight for justice.

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South Carolina University is taking steps to add more security efforts on campus after shots...

S.C. State University shows off its new gun-sniffing dog 5p6i5t

Updated: Feb. 21, 2024 at 4:43 PM EST
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By Jalen Tart
South Carolina State University is investing between $25,000 to $30,000 in a gun-sniffing dog to reduce crime on campus.

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ing the victims of the Orangeburg Massacre

South Carolina State University commemorates 56th anniversary of the Orangeburg Massacre 536q5u

Updated: Feb. 8, 2024 at 9:49 AM EST
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By Jalen Tart
South Carolina State University (SC State) will commemorate the 56th anniversary of the Orangeburg Massacre.

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South Carolina State student Rolando J. Ifill, 19, was arrested and charged with carrying a...

SC State student charged with attempted murder after fight 24o5e

Updated: Feb. 8, 2024 at 12:03 AM EST
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By Jalen Tart
Bond has been set for a South Carolina State University (SCSU) student, who was arrested Tuesday after school officials said he opened fire on campus.

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Student organizations hold silent protest at South Carolina State University

S.C. State students hold silent protest over possible cuts 603x4r

Updated: Feb. 1, 2024 at 7:29 AM EST
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By Jalen Tart
Student organizations held a silent protest at South Carolina State University as the board of trustees considers eliminating academic programs at the school.

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S.C. leaders look at ways to enhance economic development 362747

Updated: Jan. 30, 2024 at 1:49 PM EST
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By Jalen Tart
“We have plenty of people that can do the work, but we have to show it to them; we can’t tell them about it,” Gov. Henry McMaster says.

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Tips for first-time voters as South Carolina primary looms 5z4v19

Updated: Jan. 25, 2024 at 12:20 PM EST
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By Jalen Tart
South Carolina will be in the spotlight with both the Democratic and Republican primaries. Here's what you need to know about voting.

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According to Calhoun County Coroner Donnie Porth, autopsies have been scheduled for Friday for...

Missing father, 6-year-old daughter found dead leaves family questioning what happened 387240

Updated: Dec. 21, 2023 at 11:50 AM EST
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By Jalen Tart, Mayra Parrilla Guerrero, Kevin Connaughton, Maggie Brown, Tiffany Sarvis and Emily Van de Riet
A father and his 6-year-old daughter were found dead in South Carolina in a situation that is leaving their family with more questions than answers.

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S.C. State students speak out on campus safety after shooting 5s2c6t

Updated: Dec. 5, 2023 at 5:15 PM EST
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By Jalen Tart
A shooting that left one person injured has students reflecting on safety and crime at S.C. State campus in Orangeburg.

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Driver runs a-fowl of the law in $80,000 S.C. chicken heist 161g49

Updated: Nov. 28, 2023 at 1:25 PM EST
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By Jalen Tart and Amanda Alvarado
Christopher Thomas, 55, was supposed to deliver 41,000 pounds of chicken to Georgia, but had other plans, authorities say.

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Kacy Ty’Qwan Fields, 18, was charged on Thursday, Oct. 12, with bringing weapons on school...

South Carolina State University football player charged with having gun on campus 301p18

Updated: Nov. 2, 2023 at 12:17 PM EDT
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By Mayra Parrilla Guerrero and Jalen Tart
South Carolina State University confirmed a football player was charged with carrying weapons on campus.

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South Carolina State President addresses safety concerns to student body following recent...

South Carolina State President addresses safety concerns to student body following recent incident 15u1l

Updated: Oct. 24, 2023 at 2:24 PM EDT
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By Jalen Tart
South Carolina State University (SCSU) officials met with its students on the recent campus incidents.

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The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is investigating an alleged sexual assault...

“See something, say something”: SC State students call for more safety measures after recent lockdown 63z62

Updated: Oct. 19, 2023 at 10:53 PM EDT
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By Jalen Tart
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is investigating an alleged sexual assault in a student housing complex on the South Carolina State University campus.

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South Carolina State University welcomes its incoming class of 2027.

SC State welcomes class of 2027 222f4k

Updated: Aug. 9, 2023 at 11:40 PM EDT
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By Jalen Tart
The excitement in the air was present on many incoming freshmen as they entered South Carolina State University.

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he Orangeburg County School District (OCSD) community hosted an annual event to celebrate the...

Orangeburg County back-to-school convocation welcomes S.C. teacher of the year 36i9

Updated: Aug. 3, 2023 at 8:02 AM EDT
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By Jalen Tart
he Orangeburg County School District (OCSD) community hosted an annual event to celebrate the start of the school year.

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