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South Carolina football, Shane Beamer land 4-star WR Sequel Patterson over Georgia, Tennessee
COLUMBIA — South Carolina football has landed four-star wide receiver Sequel Patterson from the class of 2026.
Patterson is rated the No. 5 player in South Carolina in the 247Sports Composite rankings and the No. 15 athlete (multiple possible positions) in his recruiting class. He picked the Gamecocks and coach Shane Beamer over Tennessee, Georgia, and Kentucky.
The 6-foot, 165-pound versatile wide receiver is from Fort Mill, South Carolina and plays for Indian Land High School. According to MaxPreps, he had 441 rushing yards on 76 carries (5.8 yards per carry) as a junior to go with 758 receiving yards and 52 receptions. He combined for 10 touchdowns.
He revealed his decision June 26, then posted a video on X with more details on his decision June 27.
“In high school, I knew I had something special,” he said in the video. “That’s when I wanted to come somewhere I could be developed. Later in high school I realized I could graduate early. That’s when I knew I had to find a coach that was right for me. And that’s when I realized where home is and I am here right now.”
The video ended with him sitting with South Carolina wide receivers coach Mike Furrey, taken during his official visit on June 20.
This is the ninth class of 2026 commit for Beamer, and the second from Fort Mill. J’Zavien Currence, a four-star safety and the No. 1 recruit in the state, committed to South Carolina on Oct. 17. He plays for South Pointe High School, which is about 20 miles from where Patterson plays.
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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US Sen. Lindsey Graham’s connection to his hometown, favorite lunch
This longtime Seneca restaurant employee recalls U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham visiting over the years as well as his favorite lunch.
Information on funeral arrangements for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham are starting to come together in South Carolina and in Washington, D.C.
Graham, who died on July 11 due to aortic dissection, will have events take place in the nation’s capital and in his home state in late July, but there has not been much information released about what the events will entail or whether the long-term politician will lie in state in either location.
Here’s what we know about Graham’s funeral arrangements so far.
Will Lindsey Graham be lying in state in Washington, D.C.? South Carolina?
As of Friday, July 17, there has been no plans announced for Graham to lie in state in Washington, D.C., or in South Carolina.
When will a funeral service for Lindsey Graham be in South Carolina?
Taylor Reidy, Graham’s communications director, announced that there will be a service for Graham in Pickens County and Columbia on Wednesday, July 29.
When is the funeral service for Lindsey Graham in Washington, D.C.?
Reidy stated the service for Graham in Washington, D.C., will take place on Tuesday, July 28.
Will the public be able to attend the funeral services for Lindsey Graham?
While the days for services for Graham have been announced, there is no schedule of events available, nor is it clear whether the public will be able to attend as part of the arrangements.
Reidy stated in her social media post that additional details would be forthcoming.
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win
Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.
Just the FAQs, USA TODAY
The South Carolina Education Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at July 16, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Pick 3 Plus FIREBALL numbers from July 16 drawing
Midday: 9-7-1, FB: 5
Evening: 2-8-0, FB: 4
Check Pick 3 Plus FIREBALL payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 4 Plus FIREBALL numbers from July 16 drawing
Midday: 7-4-2-9, FB: 5
Evening: 2-8-6-1, FB: 4
Check Pick 4 Plus FIREBALL payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash Pop numbers from July 16 drawing
Midday: 10
Evening: 07
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Palmetto Cash 5 numbers from July 16 drawing
06-21-24-38-40
Check Palmetto Cash 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
The South Carolina Education Lottery provides multiple ways to claim prizes, depending on the amount won:
For prizes up to $500, you can redeem your winnings directly at any authorized South Carolina Education Lottery retailer. Simply present your signed winning ticket at the retailer for an immediate payout.
Winnings $501 to $100,000, may be redeemed by mailing your signed winning ticket along with a completed claim form and a copy of a government-issued photo ID to the South Carolina Education Lottery Claims Center. For security, keep copies of your documents and use registered mail to ensure the safe arrival of your ticket.
SC Education Lottery
P.O. Box 11039
Columbia, SC 29211-1039
For large winnings above $100,000, claims must be made in person at the South Carolina Education Lottery Headquarters in Columbia. To claim, bring your signed winning ticket, a completed claim form, a government-issued photo ID, and your Social Security card for identity verification. Winners of large prizes may also set up an Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for convenient direct deposit of winnings.
Columbia Claims Center
1303 Assembly Street
Columbia, SC 29201
Claim Deadline: All prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the draw date for draw games.
For more details and to access the claim form, visit the South Carolina Lottery claim page.
When are the South Carolina Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 10:59 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 11 p.m. ET on Tuesday and Friday.
- Pick 3: Daily at 12:59 p.m. (Midday) and 6:59 p.m. (Evening).
- Pick 4: Daily at 12:59 p.m. (Midday) and 6:59 p.m. (Evening).
- Cash Pop: Daily at 12:59 p.m. (Midday) and 6:59 p.m. (Evening).
- Palmetto Cash 5: 6:59 p.m. ET daily.
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