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Statement from the Columbia SC NAACP Branch

Published on: Jun 4, 2026

The NAACP COLUMBIA SC BRANCH extends its deepest condolences to the family, loved ones, and friends of Cyrus Carmack-Belton. No verdict can erase the pain of losing a son, a […]

Should Our Black Scholar Athletes Give Up Their Opportunities?

Published on: Jun 4, 2026

By Troy Rolling Guest Editorial Frederick Douglass once said, “I would unite with anybody to do right and with nobody to do wrong.” Words to live by. That means we […]

Senator Tim Scott induces bipartisan bill to support education excellence at HBCUs

Published on: Jun 4, 2026

U.S. Senators Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and Chris Coons (D-Del.), co-chairs of the HBCU Caucus, today introduced the Institutional Grants for New Infrastructure, Technology, and Education (IGNITE) for HBCU Excellence Act, […]

SC State library dean appointed to South Carolina State Library Board

Published on: Jun 4, 2026

Dr. Ruth A. Hodges, dean of library and information services at South Carolina State University, has been appointed by South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster to serve on the South Carolina […]

SC State University launches historic $41.2 million ‘The Power of SC State’ capital campaign

Published on: Jun 4, 2026

South Carolina State University has officially launched The Power of SC State: A Capital Campaign to Elevate Excellence, a comprehensive $41.2 million fundraising initiative designed to transform the student experience […]

Local Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity chapter celebrates 40 years in Columbia by providing more than 300 hygiene kits to area shelters

Published on: Jun 4, 2026

As part of its 40th anniversary celebration, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Omicron Iota Lambda Chapter assembled more than 300 hygiene kits for individuals and families served by shelters throughout […]

6th Annual Irmo Juneteenth Celebration to honor local history

Published on: Jun 4, 2026

The African American Historical Society of Irmo (AAHSI) proudly invites the community to honor the past and inspire the future at the 6th Annual Irmo Juneteenth Celebration. This family-friendly event will take place […]

Former Columbia gas station owner acquitted in 14-year-old’s shooting death

Published on: Jun 4, 2026

On Monday, a Richland County jury acquitted former gas station owner Rick Chow of murder in the 2023 shooting death of 14-year-old Cyrus Carmack-Belton, bringing an end to a case […]

Eddie Levert to headline 12th Annual Women’s Empowerment

Published on: Jun 4, 2026

The Big DM 101.3 and Hot 103.9/93.9 are proud to officially announce legendary R&B icon Eddie Levert as the headlining performer for the 12th Annual Women’s Empowerment of South Carolina, […]

Columbia’s 6th Annual Diner en Blanc

Published on: Jun 4, 2026

Springtime in Colombia just got a bit Brighter. Diner in Blanc came early this year, ending the month of May with a bang. Taking place beside the Township Auditorium, this […]

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Statement from the Columbia SC NAACP Branch

Should Our Black Scholar Athletes Give Up Their Opportunities?

Senator Tim Scott induces bipartisan bill to support education excellence at HBCUs

SC State library dean appointed to South Carolina State Library Board

SC State University launches historic $41.2 million ‘The Power of SC State’ capital campaign

Local Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity chapter celebrates 40 years in Columbia by providing more than 300 hygiene kits to area shelters

6th Annual Irmo Juneteenth Celebration to honor local history

Former Columbia gas station owner acquitted in 14-year-old’s shooting death

Eddie Levert to headline 12th Annual Women’s Empowerment

Columbia’s 6th Annual Diner en Blanc