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Sep 12 2024EDUCATION

A Constitutional Crackdown: SC's ESTF Ruled Unconstitutional

The Supreme Court of South Carolina has dealt a major blow to the Education Scholarship Trust Fund (ESTF) program, ruling it unconstitutional for using public money to fund private school education. The ESTF, signed into law by Governor Henry McMaster in May 2023, allowed qualifying parents to appl

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Sep 11 2024HEALTH

Unlocking the Potential of GLP-1s: Who's Eligible and What's Next?

Imagine a world where millions of Americans could potentially shed pounds and manage their diabetes with a single injection. At least 57 million privately insured adults under the age of 65 could be eligible for GLP-1s, a class of weight loss and diabetes medications. GLP-1s are approved to treat

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Sep 11 2024SPORTS

The Top-Rated Women in EA Sports FC 25: A Critical Look

A new installment of EA Sports' FC series has finally arrived, and with it, the anticipated list of the top-rated women in the game. But before we dive into the numbers, let's take a step back and examine the context. EA Sports FC 25 is just the second iteration of the franchise to feature women's t

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Sep 11 2024CRIME

The Dark Side of the Field: Uncovering the True Story of Aaron Hernandez

In the world of professional sports, athletes are often celebrated for their skills on the field, but sometimes the spotlight shines on their darker, more sinister secrets. For Aaron Hernandez, the story of a once promising football star turned murderer, is one of tragedy and betrayal. This new FX l

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Sep 10 2024EDUCATION

South Carolina's Children Need Your Voice

Are you ready to speak up for South Carolina's kids? The Joint Citizens and Legislative Committee on Children is hitting the road, going from Conway to Columbia to Spartanburg and beyond, seeking your ideas and concerns about how to make life better for our state's children. What issues keep you up

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Sep 10 2024LIFESTYLE

Aaron Rodgers: Faith, Ethnicity & the Quest for QB Glory

What does faith and ethnicity have to do with being one of the greatest QBs of all time? A lot apparently. Aaron Rodgers' spiritual journey is as complex and interesting as his football career. Raised in a strict evangelical household, he's since moved away from traditional Christianity towards a m

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Sep 10 2024BUSINESS

Touchdown for Business: Do Charleston Sports Bars Really Live and Die by the NFL?

Sunday in Charleston means one thing: football fever. Sports bars across the city are packed with fans decked out in their team colors, cheering and celebrating touchdowns. But just how much does the NFL really impact these businesses? Is it all touch-downs and high fives, or is there more to the

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Sep 10 2024SPORTS

J-E-T-S: 13 Long Years Since Gang Green Last Roared

The New York Jets' current 13-year playoff drought is a testament to both their lack of on-field success and the relentless dominance of their divisional rivals, especially the New England Patriots. As the franchise looks ahead to potentially ending this dry spell in 2024 with the help of star qua

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Sep 10 2024SPORTS

Mason's Magic: A 49ers Victory Shadows Rodgers' Return

In a surprising turn of events, the San Francisco 49ers silenced Aaron Rodgers' anticipated return to the field with a decisive 32-19 victory over the New York Jets. This win came with a surprising twist: star running back Christian McCaffrey was ruled out just before kickoff, seemingly out of nowhe

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Sep 08 2024HEALTH

The Booming Mental Health Industry: Is Everyone Getting Help or Just More Bills?

The demand for mental health services is skyrocketing, and with it, the need for professionals to provide those services. A recent analysis of data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics found that employment in the mental health field is expected to grow three times faster than the average for all

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