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Waiting Not Wasted Time

I assume I’m not alone when I say that I don’t like to wait. At the store, I’m the guy scanning for the shortest checkout line, only to somehow end up in the longest one. At a fast-food restaurant... Continue Reading »

National WMU Acquires Royal Racers 

National WMU acquired Royal Racers on May 1, 2026. Since 1984, Royal Racers has resourced Royal Ambassadors with high quality wooden craft kits. “There’s something unforgettable about the excitement of a pinewood derby — the intense preparation and creativity,... Continue Reading »

Former state Exec Driggers Passes Away at Georgia Home

Carlisle Driggers, 88, Hartsville native and executive director-treasurer of the South Carolina Baptist Convention from 1992 until his retirement in 2007, passed away May 18 at his residence in Georgia. Driggers’ 16-year tenure is the second longest for an... Continue Reading »

Former State Executive Passes Away at Home in Georgia

SCBaptist family, it is with a heavy heart we inform you that Dr. Carlisle Driggers passed away last night at his residence in Georgia. Dr. Driggers faithfully served as the Executive Director-Treasurer of the SCBaptist Convention from 1992 until... Continue Reading »

South Carolina’s Cory Horton to Lead SBC 2026 Committee on Committees 

Southern Baptist Convention President Clint Pressley has announced his appointments to the 2026 Committee on Committees. Pressley, pastor of Hickory Grove Baptist Church, Charlotte, N.C., has named Cory Horton, pastor, Brushy Creek Baptist, Taylors, S.C., as chair; and Mat... Continue Reading »

Investing in the Mission: SCBaptist Executive Board Acts on Two National Fronts

The Executive Board of the South Carolina Baptist Convention met on April 28, passing several significant motions, including new collaborations with both the International Mission Board and the North American Mission Board. The board voted unanimously to grant the... Continue Reading »

Bucs Clinch Postseason Berth and Back-to-Back Winning Seasons for First Time in Nearly Four Decades with Saturday Win at Longwood

Charleston Southern won their 27th game of the 2026 season on Saturday afternoon by a 7-1 final score at Longwood. The victory clinched CSU’s first back-to-back winning seasons since 1987 and 1988 when they went 25-17 and 27-16. The... Continue Reading »

Charleston Southern Celebrates Newest Alumni

Charleston Southern University celebrated commencement with a service for master’s and doctoral students on May 7, followed by three ceremonies for graduating Buccaneers receiving bachelor’s degrees on May 9. All participants walked the stage of Lightsey Chapel — the... Continue Reading »

SCBaptist, NAMB announce partnership to support church planting in South Carolina

The South Carolina Baptist Convention (SCBaptist) and the North American Mission Board (NAMB) announced the launch of SendSC, a unified initiative to strategically plant and support church planters in South Carolina. According to the United States Census Bureau, South... Continue Reading »

S.C. Legislature Closer to Legalizing THC-infused Products

Will you soon be able to walk into a convenience store and legally buy a can of pot or pick up a pack of gummies infused with THC? The shocking answer is yes — and perhaps more disturbing, thanks... Continue Reading »

Two Words That Will Change Your Life

I do. These two words have the power to change your life forever. No longer are you a solo operative navigating the complexities of this world alone. No longer are you allowed to let dishes pile up in the... Continue Reading »

Resurrection Changes Everything

By this point, tears failed the faithful few; twin ducts in many pairs reached deep within their wells, but not a drop was to be discovered. All tears had been shed. What remained was merely the want of a... Continue Reading »