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Various clothes hang on racks at Pannerpete Vintage on Dec. 4, 2024. The store features various second-hand vintage clothing.

Local clothing stores weigh in on fast fashion trends

The dangers of fast fashion and the toll it takes don't just affect the local communities and secondhand shops, but also impact national and global issues like the environmental harm that wasting textiles and clothing creates. Creating awareness towards the issue includes implementation within the education system for the youth, having a minimalistic mindset and having intention when shopping for clothing to prevent wasted pieces.


The exterior of Cool Beans Coffee Company in Columbia, South Carolina, on Oct. 14, 2023. Cool Beans is an independent coffee shop that has been serving customers since 1997.

7 study spots to help prepare you for finals season

As the end of the year rolls around, it can be a high-stress time for a lot of us. The Thomas Cooper Library fills up fast, and students begin to lack motivation to study and finish the year out strong. To help keep things interesting, here are seven study spots in and around campus so students can change up their routine and prepare for finals.