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South Carolina’s economic metrics tell a confusing story

Nov 20, 2024 | carolinanewsandreporter.cic.sc.edu | Geri Johnson

A poll by the Pew Research Center found inflation topped Americans’ list of problems facing the country in 2024. And while some of the best-known economic metrics don’t look great for South Carolina, some economists say a deeper look shows the state might be in a better position than it appears. Inflation peaked in the Southeast at 9.8% in June 2022 compared with a year prior, when national inflation was at its peak. But the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported inflation was 2.5% in October 2024.
Bigfoot sighting in SC? Is he real?

Nov 18, 2024 | carolinanewsandreporter.cic.sc.edu | Katie Rojas |Geri Johnson

Did the legendary Bigfoot visit South Carolina last weekend? It wouldn’t be his first time in the Palmetto state. An anonymous witness, who identified himself as a law enforcement officer, reported seeing a mysterious creature in Newberry County on Nov. 2 to the national Bigfoot Researcher’s Organization. The recent report has sparked a wave of conversations and memes on social media. The sighting also had others wondering whether the creature exists.
SC 3rd parties celebrate a spike in votes

Nov 12, 2024 | carolinanewsandreporter.cic.sc.edu | Geri Johnson

South Carolina third-party candidates in legislative and congressional races saw a spike in the percentage of votes cast for them this election season. The candidates with the biggest portions of the vote were the ones running against only one other opponent. Third-party candidates for the S.C. General Assembly this year received 56,445 votes, consistent with the number from the previous 2020 general election.
‘Very uneventful day’: Election Day goes smoothly in the Midlands

Nov 5, 2024 | carolinanewsandreporter.cic.sc.edu | Geri Johnson

The Associated Press called South Carolina for former president Donald Trump shortly after 8 p.m. on Tuesday. Election Day came after about 1.47 million votes had already been cast in early voting, according to the South Carolina Election Commission. Another 100,000 had been cast by mail. The state has about 3.5 million registered voters. Poll workers said lines were minimal and moved quickly Tuesday, in part because of early voting. Day-of vote totals were being reported slowly Tuesday night.
From the Vista to Five Points: Local artist unveils Fritz the Robot

Oct 7, 2024 | carolinanewsandreporter.cic.sc.edu | Geri Johnson

Clark Ellefson has been an eclectic figure in the Columbia art scene for decades. The Vista-based artist is recognized by locals as the “godfather” of the neighborhood. “He’s just always involved, always giving, always trying to give back to the arts community,” said Tom Lockart, owner of One Eared Cow Glass in Columbia, Ellefson’s neighbor on Huger Street.
City of Columbia announces canal repairs 9 years after historic flooding

Oct 6, 2024 | carolinanewsandreporter.cic.sc.edu | Geri Johnson

The city of Columbia on Friday announced a plan to repair and replace elements of the city’s canal system — nine years after a historic flood severely damaged the source of much of downtown’s drinking water. Columbia Water has been providing drinking water using temporary fixes since the city’s 1,000-year flood in 2015. City officials announced a project to replace, modernize and reopen the canal and its adjacent hydroelectricity plant.
First female CPD officer graduates from FBI academy

Oct 1, 2024 | carolinanewsandreporter.cic.sc.edu | Geri Johnson

Captain Cynthia Waggoner has a habit of making close connections at work. She loves the people she works with, but these relationships can make it hard for her to accept promotions. “You get very happy, you get good people around you, and why do you want to leave it?” Waggoner said. So when Chief Skip Holbrook offered to nominate her to attend the FBI Academy in 2021, she said no. But after three years, she finally changed her mind. “Man, I was lucky. I’m glad I got there,” Waggoner said.
5 ways practicing gratitude makes you a better leader

Mar 18, 2024 | fastcompany.com | Geri Johnson

The Fast Company Executive Board is a private, fee-based network of influential leaders, experts, executives, and entrepreneurs who share their insights with our audience. 4 minute ReadIt had been a stretch of miserable weather: rainy, cold, and dreary. I’d been feeling stressed, in a funk, and hadn’t slept well.
Embrace change this year with these four enterprise change management

Feb 8, 2024 | fastcompany.com | Geri Johnson

The Fast Company Executive Board is a private, fee-based network of influential leaders, experts, executives, and entrepreneurs who share their insights with our audience. 4 minute ReadThe new year is a time when many organizations adopt fresh initiatives or implement new policies. Whether it’s a positive shift, like kicking off a paid volunteer time-off program or one that might stir some friction, navigating change can be daunting.
5 ways to show appreciation for your team year-

May 26, 2023 | fastcompany.com | Geri Johnson

The Fast Company Executive Board is a private, fee-based network of influential leaders, experts, executives, and entrepreneurs who share their insights with our audience. 4 minute ReadIt’s no secret that people leave jobs when they feel underappreciated. I get it—who wants to stay where they’re viewed as replaceable or another line item on the budget?