Loner-loser syndrome

  January 4, 2017

By Kathleen Parker   CHARLESTON, S.C. — As convicted murderer Dylann Roof prepares to defend himself in the sentencing phase of his trial, a clearer understanding of his motives in…

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Top Grossing Movies – January 3

  January 4, 2017

Theatrical grosses from Rentrak   Week of 12/30/2016 to 01/05/2017 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Wkend Locations Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Rogue One: A Star Wars Story PG13 Disney 3…

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Top Grossing Movies – January 3

  January 4, 2017

Theatrical grosses from Rentrak   Week of 12/30/2016 to 01/05/2017 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Wkend Locations Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Rogue One: A Star Wars Story PG13 Disney 3…

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Sheriff sworn-in for sixth term

  January 4, 2017

By W. Thomas Smith Jr.   Sheriff Leon Lott was sworn-in for his sixth term as sheriff of the Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD), one of the largest law enforcement…

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Sheriff sworn-in for sixth term

  January 3, 2017

By W. Thomas Smith Jr.   Sheriff Leon Lott was sworn-in for his sixth term as sheriff of the Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD), one of the largest law enforcement…

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Five Points Association Year in Review: 2016

  January 2, 2017

As 2016 comes to a close, the Five Points Association takes this opportunity to reflect back on the many accomplishments they were able to achieve. Under the direction of the…

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The City Manager’s Spotlight – January 2017

  January 2, 2017

The City Manager’s Spotlight provides details about what is happening in the City of Columbia in an effort to keep citizens informed about City operations. The City Manager’s Spotlight on…

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Putin’s gift to America

  January 2, 2017

By Robert J. Samuelson   It may be wishful thinking, but it’s just possible that Vladimir Putin has done us a great favor. He has alerted us to the true…

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Putin’s gift to America

  January 2, 2017

By Robert J. Samuelson   It may be wishful thinking, but it’s just possible that Vladimir Putin has done us a great favor. He has alerted us to the true…

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Fear thee well to 2016

  January 2, 2017

By Kathleen Parker   CHARLESTON, S.C. – As usual, the year’s end brings reflections and ruminations on what was and what is to be. This time around, however, it feels…

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Fear thee well to 2016

  January 2, 2017

By Kathleen Parker   CHARLESTON, S.C. – As usual, the year’s end brings reflections and ruminations on what was and what is to be. This time around, however, it feels…

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Top Grossing Movies – December 27

  December 27, 2016

Theatrical grosses from Rentrak Week of 12/23/2016 to 12/29/2016 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Week Gross Cumulative 1 Rogue One: A Star Wars Story PG13 Disney 2  $96,119,405  $318,119,079 2…

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Top Grossing Movies – December 27

  December 27, 2016

Theatrical grosses from Rentrak Week of 12/23/2016 to 12/29/2016 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Week Gross Cumulative 1 Rogue One: A Star Wars Story PG13 Disney 2  $96,119,405  $318,119,079 2…

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Talented Speaker – Mental Health and Perseverance

  December 20, 2016

Dennis Gillan is now bringing his heartfelt talk on suicide prevention to businesses throughout South Carolina. Dennis is on a mission to reverse the current trends of completed suicides in…

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Talented Speaker – Mental Health and Perseverance

  December 19, 2016

Dennis Gillan is now bringing his heartfelt talk on suicide prevention to businesses throughout South Carolina. Dennis is on a mission to reverse the current trends of completed suicides in…

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Top Grossing Movies – December 12

  December 12, 2016

Theatrical grosses from Rentrak Week of 12/09/2016 to 12/15/2016 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Wkend Locations Wkend Gross Cumulative 1 Moana PG Disney 3 3,875  $18,533,804  $144,700,397 2 Office Christmas…

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Top Grossing Movies – December 12

  December 12, 2016

Theatrical grosses from Rentrak Week of 12/09/2016 to 12/15/2016 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Wkend Locations Wkend Gross Cumulative 1 Moana PG Disney 3 3,875  $18,533,804  $144,700,397 2 Office Christmas…

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The Pentagon vs. the welfare state

  December 11, 2016

By Robert J. Samuelson   Any reporter who’s written about the federal budget knows that there’s a surefire solution to every problem. It’s called “fraud, waste and abuse.” You want…

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The Pentagon vs. the welfare state

  December 11, 2016

By Robert J. Samuelson   Any reporter who’s written about the federal budget knows that there’s a surefire solution to every problem. It’s called “fraud, waste and abuse.” You want…

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You wanted anti-establishment? Hold on.

  December 11, 2016

By Kathleen Parker   COLUMBIA, S.C. — If you thought Donald Trump was the face of America’s anti-establishment movement, hold on to your chapeaus: A wild wind is rising. Want…

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You wanted anti-establishment? Hold on.

  December 11, 2016

By Kathleen Parker   COLUMBIA, S.C. — If you thought Donald Trump was the face of America’s anti-establishment movement, hold on to your chapeaus: A wild wind is rising. Want…

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3 Ways Business Owners Can Be Better in 2017

  December 8, 2016

By Jada Willis   Every business owner is being bombarded with the same headlines – “Are You Ready for 2017?”, or “Is Your Business in Shape for the New Year?” It…

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3 Ways Business Owners Can Be Better in 2017

  December 8, 2016

By Jada Willis   Every business owner is being bombarded with the same headlines – “Are You Ready for 2017?”, or “Is Your Business in Shape for the New Year?” It…

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Top Grossing Movies – December 5

  December 5, 2016

Theatrical grosses from Rentrak Week of 12/02/2016 to 12/08/2016 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Wkend Locations Wkend Gross Cumulative 1 Moana PG Disney 2 3,875  $28,270,989  $119,786,319 2 Fantastic Beasts…

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Top Grossing Movies – December 5

  December 5, 2016

Theatrical grosses from Rentrak Week of 12/02/2016 to 12/08/2016 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Wkend Locations Wkend Gross Cumulative 1 Moana PG Disney 2 3,875  $28,270,989  $119,786,319 2 Fantastic Beasts…

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Trump’s risky nationalism

  December 5, 2016

By Robert J. Samuelson   “For the first time since the end of the Second World War, the future relationship of America to the world is not fully settled.” —…

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Trump’s risky nationalism

  December 5, 2016

By Robert J. Samuelson   “For the first time since the end of the Second World War, the future relationship of America to the world is not fully settled.” —…

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Trump’s demagogic illogic

  December 5, 2016

By Kathleen Parker   On the first stop of his “thank you” tour in Ohio Thursday, president-elect Donald Trump hit replay on several of his campaign tropes. Among the crowd…

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Trump’s demagogic illogic

  December 5, 2016

By Kathleen Parker   On the first stop of his “thank you” tour in Ohio Thursday, president-elect Donald Trump hit replay on several of his campaign tropes. Among the crowd…

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Statements on Cathy Novinger & Judy Davis

  November 28, 2016

South Carolina Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Ted Pitts released the following statement on the passing of two of South Carolina’s Business Leaders, Cathy Novinger and Judy Davis, who…

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Statements on Cathy Novinger & Judy Davis

  November 28, 2016

South Carolina Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Ted Pitts released the following statement on the passing of two of South Carolina’s Business Leaders, Cathy Novinger and Judy Davis, who…

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Top Grossing Movies – November 28

  November 28, 2016

Theatrical grosses from Rentrak Week of 11/25/2016 to 12/01/2016 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Wknd Locations Wknd Gross Cumulative 1 Moana PG Disney 1 3,875  $56,631,401  $82,080,274 2 Fantastic Beasts…

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Top Grossing Movies – November 28

  November 28, 2016

Theatrical grosses from Rentrak Week of 11/25/2016 to 12/01/2016 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Wknd Locations Wknd Gross Cumulative 1 Moana PG Disney 1 3,875  $56,631,401  $82,080,274 2 Fantastic Beasts…

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Jobless by choice — or pain?

  November 28, 2016

By Robert J. Samuelson   The work ethic is such a central part of the American character that it’s hard to imagine it fading. But that’s what seems to be…

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Jobless by choice — or pain?

  November 28, 2016

By Robert J. Samuelson   The work ethic is such a central part of the American character that it’s hard to imagine it fading. But that’s what seems to be…

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Trump’s lovely lies

  November 28, 2016

By Kathleen Parker   In this season of Thanksgiving, a quirky source of gratitude has emerged — Donald Trump’s many campaign lies. What else can one call the promises that…

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Trump’s lovely lies

  November 28, 2016

By Kathleen Parker   In this season of Thanksgiving, a quirky source of gratitude has emerged — Donald Trump’s many campaign lies. What else can one call the promises that…

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Statement from Gov. Nikki Haley

  November 23, 2016

Governor Nikki Haley today issued the following statement: “Six years ago, South Carolinians bestowed upon me the greatest honor of my life. They took a chance on a little-known, 38-year…

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Statement from Gov. Nikki Haley

  November 23, 2016

Governor Nikki Haley today issued the following statement: “Six years ago, South Carolinians bestowed upon me the greatest honor of my life. They took a chance on a little-known, 38-year…

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Top Grossing Movies – November 21

  November 21, 2016

Theatrical grosses from Rentrak Week of 11/18/2016 to 11/24/2016 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them PG13 Warner Bros.…

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Top Grossing Movies – November 21

  November 21, 2016

Theatrical grosses from Rentrak Week of 11/18/2016 to 11/24/2016 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them PG13 Warner Bros.…

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Wordless News

  November 21, 2016

  The story here: 4 Things You Didn’t Know About Thanksgiving       Wordless News is a project by illustrator + designer Maria Fabrizio. Wordless News is a weekday creative…

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