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South Carolina Democratic Rep. Jermaine Johnson of Richland County on Oct. 28 formally launched his bid for governor. He's the second Democrat in the 2026 race behind Charleston lawyer Mullins McLeod.

“B” is for Boineau, Charles Evans, Jr. (1923-2005). Legislator. Boineau was the first Republican to be elected to the South Carolina General Assembly in the twentieth century.

“B” is for Boineau, Charles Evans, Jr. (1923-2005). Legislator. Boineau was the first Republican to be elected to the South Carolina General Assembly in the twentieth century.

Thousands demonstrated in South Carolina Oct. 18 as part of the nationwide "No Kings" rallies against President Trump and his policies. Some Republicans called the protests the "hate America" rallies.

“S” is for Smith, Nell Whitley (1929-2011). Legislator, educator, businesswoman.

“S” is for Smith, Nell Whitley (1929-2011). Legislator, educator, businesswoman.

“S” is for Smith, Ellison Durant (1864-1944). In 1908 Smith stunned the political establishment by winning election to the United States Senate. He remained there for thirty-six years.

“S” is for Smith, Ellison Durant (1864-1944). In 1908 Smith stunned the political establishment by winning election to the United States Senate. He remained there for thirty-six years.

Early voting in the primary races for three S.C. Statehouse seats started Oct. 6.Voters in House Districts 21 and 88 and Senate District 12 can vote early in the special election primaries through Oct. 17.

The South Carolina Ports Authority named Micah Mallace as the new president and CEO. He succeeds Barbara Melvin, who abruptly resigned as CEO in August after three years in the head position.