South Carolina
JANUARY 2026
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Herbert Gadson, the first African American mayor of Hollywood, South Carolina, has died at age 77.
A trailblazer in local government, Gadson’s leadership included expanding essential services and fighting for a more inclusive community, and his legacy is honored by many in the Lowcountry who remember his commitment to service and progress.
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South Carolina State University’s flag will fly above the SC State House — the first time ever for an HBCU.
The historic moment will take place on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, honoring both the university’s legacy and its 2025 HBCU National Football Championship win. It’s a bold, proud symbol of recognition for Black excellence in South Carolina — and it’s about time. The celebration continues with a victory parade in Orangeburg.
Event Reported: December 26th, 2025
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Developers are now targeting a rural Black community in South Carolina for a massive data center proposal after a nearby white county rejected the project.
Residents and environmental advocates warn that the push for data center construction could bring pollution, higher utility costs and health risks to predominantly nonwhite areas, highlighting how tech infrastructure growth often lands in communities with less political power.