Clemson University Researchers Study Corn Stalk Lodging
Clemson University researchers are actively investigating the phenomenon of corn stalk lodging, a condition where corn stalks fall over before harvest. This research aims to understand the underlying causes of lodging and develop strategies to mitigate its impact on crop yields, a critical concern for agricultural productivity in South Carolina and beyond. The research team […]
Clemson University Launches New Global Scholars Program
Clemson University’s College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences has launched CECAS Global Scholars, a new fellowship program to support master’s students.
Vanderbilt appoints Rick Petillo as VP for Finance
Rick Petillo, a financial executive with over two decades of experience in higher education and corporate finance, has been named Vanderbilt University’s next vice chancellor for finance and chief financial officer. Chancellor Daniel Diermeier announced the appointment on September 21, 2026. This leadership change at a prominent university like Vanderbilt highlights the ongoing demand for […]
Clemson to Host Auburn in SEC/ACC Challenge Basketball
Clemson University will host Auburn in a men’s basketball game as part of the SEC/ACC Challenge, with tip-off scheduled for 6 p.m. on November 29. The game will be broadcast on ESPNU, bringing a high-profile non-conference matchup to Clemson’s campus. This event marks a significant moment for college basketball fans in the Upstate region, as […]
Corey James Memorial Benefit Returns to Greer This Saturday
The 17th Annual Corey James Memorial Good Time Benefit is scheduled to return to Greer this Saturday, September 26. This annual event, a significant gathering for the community, will feature a performance by the band Milli Fungus, alongside seven other musical acts. The benefit serves as a way for Greerites and residents of the broader […]
Clemson warns of yellow-legged hornet spread
Clemson University officials are asking residents across the Lowcountry to remain vigilant for yellow-legged hornets and their nests. This alert comes as efforts continue to contain the invasive species, which poses a significant threat to local ecosystems and agriculture. The yellow-legged hornet, an invasive species, was first identified in the United States in Savannah, Georgia, […]
Governor McMaster to Attend North Augusta Groundbreaking
Governor Henry McMaster’s upcoming schedule includes a groundbreaking ceremony in North Augusta, S.C., alongside the U.S. Assistant Secretary of Commerce.
Peter Cullen, Voice of Optimus Prime, Dies at 85
Peter Cullen, the Canadian voice actor renowned for portraying Optimus Prime in numerous Transformers productions and Eeyore in Winnie the Pooh projects, passed away on Wednesday at his Los Angeles home at the age of 85. His agent, Kevin Motley, confirmed his death, stating Cullen died peacefully surrounded by family. Cullen’s family released a statement […]
Coyote vs. Acme Premieres After Underdog Journey
The film Coyote vs. Acme premiered in Los Angeles on Thursday, August 27, 2026, marking a significant moment for a project that faced an uncertain future. The movie, a hybrid live-action and animation feature set in the Looney Tunes universe, sees Wile E. Coyote pursuing legal action against the Acme Corporation due to its consistently […]
Senators Press for Hearing on USS Lincoln Deployment
Senate Armed Services Committee Democrats asked the committee chairman on August 24, 2026 to convene a public hearing on extended military deployments, the latest congressional demand tied to the record deployment of the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln. The request follows weeks in which the President and his administration publicly dismissed concerns about conditions aboard […]