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John Scott dead: South Carolina state senator dies at 69
South Carolina State Sen. John Scott, a Democratic lawmaker who had been an elected leader for over 30-years, has died at the age of 69-years-old at the Medical University of South Carolina hospital.
Scott’s cause of death currently remains unknown, though he had reportedly experienced some trouble with blood clot issues earlier this year. Scott was first elected to the state House in 1990, and continued to serve as a state representative until he won the 2008 state senate race, according to The State.
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“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, son, and brother, Senator John L Scott. Jr., who passed away peaceably while surrounded by family and close friends,” read a statement from Scott’s family, which was released by the Senate president’s office. “We ask the community to keep his family in prayer.”
Prior to his death, Scott worked on multiple committees for the state Senate, including the Senate’s Banking and Insurance committee, Education committee, Finance committee, Labor, Commerce and Industry committee, and the Legislative Oversight and Medical Affairs committee. He also pushed for the creation of the state’s education lottery in 2002, which is a lottery intended to help pay for college scholarships.
“Peggy and I extend our prayers and deepest condolences to the family and friends of Senator John Scott,” read a statement from Gov. Henry McMasters (R). “With over 30 years of service in the General Assembly, he has had a profound impact on Richland County and all of South Carolina. He will be deeply missed. May God bless him and his family.”
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Multiple other lawmakers, both from South Carolina and across the United States, have issued statements in regards to Scott’s death.
Saddened to hear of the passing of SC State Senator John Scott. I pray for his family and friends and hope they feel God’s comforting grace during this difficult time. https://t.co/zeDRT2vHMG
— Tim Scott (@SenatorTimScott) August 13, 2023
So Sad to hear of the passing of friend and colleague Senator JohnScott of Richland County. Our Prayers go out to Joan and the entire Scott family. pic.twitter.com/BStyeOziwb
— Senator Katrina Shealy (@SenatorShealy) August 13, 2023
Saddened to hear of the passing of SC State Senator John Scott. He was always kind and encouraging to me. Prayers for his family and thanks for serving our State. Rest in Peace, sir. 🌴🌙🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/YEPqHHMzIz
— Bobby J. Cox (@BobbyCoxSC) August 13, 2023
Condolences to the family of SC State Senator John Scott.
No one fought harder to support South Carolina’s HBCUs. The needs of the people always came first with him, and his example will remain an inspiration to those of us who follow. https://t.co/3bXfRKlWWD
— Marianne Williamson (@marwilliamson) August 13, 2023
A special election will be held to fill Scott’s seat. Filing for the vacant seat will open on the third Friday after the vacancy, afterwards the primary election to be held approximately three months later; the special election will be held roughly five months after the vacancy, according to state legislature.
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People From These States Are Moving To South Carolina | Digg
According to the latest available IRS tax return data, South Carolina saw a net gain of nearly 33,000 households in 2022 — and a handful of states lost far more residents to the Palmetto State than others.
Using analysis by SmartAsset, we mapped the net number of households that moved into South Carolina from the rest of the US in the 2022 tax year.
South Carolina attracted more people from New York than anywhere else, with 5,476 Empire State households making the move. North Carolina (3,252), New Jersey (2,978), Pennsylvania (2,657) and California (2,563) followed behind.
At the other end of the ranking, just three households from the District Of Columbia joined the state.
The highest-earning households to relocate to South Carolina came from Arkansas, and brought an average adjusted gross income of $202,256 with them.
The only state to take more residents from South Carolina than it gave was Tennessee, who saw a net of 51 South Carolinian households move in over the year analyzed.
Via SmartAsset.
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SEC Power Rankings: South Carolina women’s basketball set to dominate new era of conference
SEC women’s basketball is back in more ways than one.
With newcomers Texas and Oklahoma, the SEC is looking stronger than ever, and it shouldn’t really be a debate about if it’s the best conference anymore. The last three national championships were won by SEC teams, including South Carolina going 38-0 last season, and the conference is only going to get more dominant.
Now, onto the preseason power rankings:
1. South Carolina
What to know: Dawn Staley’s daycare has a year of experience – and by experience, I mean an undefeated national championship run – to their credit. I have no reason to doubt the Gamecocks here.
2. LSU
What to know: Kim Mulkey’s strategy of pulling big names out of the portal has worked, and I don’t see why it wouldn’t work once again, especially with Flau’jae Johnson leading the charge.
3. Texas
What to know: I’m high on Texas as Vic Schaefer returns to the SEC, but he has to face Staley and the Gamecocks twice. Just ask him how that went when he was at Mississippi State.
4. Oklahoma
What to know: The Sooners have enough redshirt seniors to fill a starting lineup, and with their experience, they’ll make a splash their first year in the SEC.
5. Ole Miss
What to know: Coach Yo has turned the Rebels into a solid SEC program, which makes it all the more confusing why she was desperate enough to hire someone on staff who would only pass an Ole Miss basketball background check.
6. Kentucky
What to know: Kentucky is ranked this high purely because of Georgia Amoore. No, I will not be explaining further.
7. Alabama
What to know: Alabama brings back all but one of its starters, so if it can’t keep its place in the upper half of the SEC, things are looking bleaker in Tuscaloosa than I thought.
8. Tennessee
What to know: There’s a new kid on the block – well, actually, make that two – at Tennessee, which is about to find out if going young and bold is the path to national relevance again.
9. Auburn
What to know: Johnnie Harris’ defense paired with a pure scorer in Taliah Scott? Yeah, sign me up. Don’t be surprised when Auburn wins some big games this season.
10. Florida
What to know: The Gators have always been a middle of the pack, not horrible, but not great, type of team, and that hasn’t changed under Kelly Rae Finley. Here’s to hoping her talented youngsters can shake things up in a good way.
11. Vanderbilt
What to know: Everyone messed around and let Shea Ralph get a roster with more depth than she has ever had at Vanderbilt. Women’s basketball might be on a Vandy football vibe this season.
12. Texas A&M
What to know: The Aggies never really reached their full potential last year and lost two starters. I can’t guarantee they’ll be exciting, but I’ll bet Joni Taylor’s defense will still give a lot of teams problems.
13. Mississippi State
What to know: I can count on one hand how many returners Mississippi State has. And maybe that’s a good thing based on how last season ended.
14. Georgia
What to know: Georgia was abysmal last season and didn’t add the players to make me believe it will be any better this season in a loaded SEC.
15. Arkansas
What to know: Mike Neighbors went international to fill some holes left by a mass exodus after last season. That’s one way to not have to deal with NIL, I guess.
16. Missouri
What to know: Missouri went from being the last team to hand South Carolina a loss in SEC play to last in the conference in two seasons. My, how times have changed and the coach hasn’t.
Cora Hall covers University of Tennessee women’s athletics. Email her at cora.hall@knoxnews.com and follow her on Twitter @corahalll. If you enjoy Cora’s coverage, consider a digital subscription that allows you to access all of it.
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Who’s in, who’s out for South Carolina football vs No. 11 Texas A&M in Week 10 SEC matchup
COLUMBIA — South Carolina football has a tough test Saturday against No. 11 Texas A&M, but as of Wednesday, it has a short injury report, a good sign for coach Shane Beamer.
The Gamecocks (4-3, 2-3 SEC) have been without wide receiver Jared Brown since the Ole Miss game on Oct. 5, but he is listed as probable in the first injury report of the week. He has 103 yards on eight catches this season, plus 27 rushing yards on two carries. South Carolina is coming off its second open date of the season, and most recently won on the road in Norman, beating Oklahoma 35-9.
Texas A&M (7-1, 5-0) defeated LSU 38-23 last week, and come to Williams-Brice Stadium on Saturday riding a seven-game winning streak.
The SEC injury report is released on Wednesday night of a conference game week and is updated each day, with a final report 90 minutes prior to kickoff.
Here’s the latest injury news for both South Carolina and Texas A&M.
South Carolina football injury report vs Texas A&M
This story will be updated daily to reflect the latest information
South Carolina
- OL Jakai Moore (out)
- DT DeAndre Jules (out)
- WR Jared Brown (probable)
Texas A&M
- RB Rueben Owens (out)
- DB Tyreek Chappell (out)
- OL Mark Nabou Jr. (out)
- OL Chase Bisontis (out)
- WR Jahdae Walker (out, 1st half)
- QB Jaylen Henderson (questionable)
Lulu Kesin covers South Carolina athletics for The Greenville News and the USA TODAY Network. Email her at lkesin@gannett.com and follow her on X, formerly known as Twitter, @Lulukesin
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