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Internet Gamecocks: Students and alumni find success online

By Stephen Pastis , Dylan Ortuno , Claire Carter , Ali Mullendore , Macaila Bogle and Sydney Zulywitz | Dec. 1, 2022

Everyone knows the famous Gamecock’s — Darius Rucker, Darla Moore or Lindsey Graham. But a new generation of fame is increasingly common today with online creator culture — and the Gamecocks are no strangers to the internet limelight. The arts and culture team compiled this list of on and off campus internet creators that go spurs up online.

Letter from the arts and culture editors (and a writer): Embrace Columbia's culture

By Stephen Pastis , Richie Holmberg and Amelia Farrell | Dec. 1, 2022

Stephen, Amelia and Richie share their thoughts after working for the Daily Gamecock for years.

Modelo chili, homemade sauerkraut: A Gamecock's guide to winter-sports dining

By Stephen Pastis and Richie Holmberg | Nov. 6, 2022

Here's a Gamecock's guide to dining options during winter sports. There's some recipes for those looking to cook, and our best restaurant recommendations for those looking to go out.

Closeup of the supercomputer, Hyperion on April 28,2022.

Meet Hyperion: USC's supercomputer that performs cutting-edge research

By Stephen Pastis | Aug. 21, 2022

Locked amongst electronics and cables in Wheat Street is a supercomputer that whirs away computing answers to the University’s biggest questions. The computer, named Hyperion, is near six tons of high performance power. For the University, it is both a commodity and a necessity for research.

FILE—Hootie and the Blowfish lead singer Darius Rucker performs along with his band on May 21, 2001, during a free concert sponsored by the Air Force Reserve Command (AFRCOM) at Hickam Air Force Base (AFB), Hawaii (HI).

Darius Rucker maintains support, love of being a Gamecock with upcoming concert

By Stephen Pastis | April 21, 2022

Darius Rucker will return for the second student concert since 2017, with this concert planned to be even larger. Rucker is a lifelong Gamecock fan, and after the women's basketball team's national championship win, he wanted to support the university the way he knows best — with his musical performances.

Quinotrese Johnson, a general manager at Stoner’s pizza, rolls dough on March 25, 2022. Johnson said she believes strongly in providing assistance to those in need and uses her position to help out in any way she can.

'Out of sight, out of mind': Columbia citizens feel many pretend homeless population is less of a problem

By Stephen Pastis | April 17, 2022

Homelessness in Columbia has only gotten more drastic in the past few years. Many people downtown and those familiar with the issue throughout Columbia agree that there is a large, disadvantaged homeless population, but that the best way to help them is complicated.

Darius Rucker at the Gamecock football team's spring game in 2015. Rucker will play at the Colonial Life Arena on April 24 in celebration of the Gamecocks women's basketball team earning their second national championship win in program history.

Darius Rucker to perform at Colonial Life Arena after national championship win

By Stephen Pastis | April 11, 2022

Darius Rucker will perform at the Colonial Life Arena on April 24 in celebration of the Gamecocks women's basketball national championship win. Tickets will be free for all students.

Vincent Sheheen stands inside ongoing renovation for the Camden building he is restoring on March 8, 2022.

Politician to podcaster: Vincent Sheheen uses background to teach, support South Carolina

By Stephen Pastis | April 5, 2022

Vincent Sheheen’s life changed in 2020 after he lost re-election to his SC senate seat. At the end of a 20-year career in SC politics, Sheheen has since continued what many call a generational and lifelong commitment to public service by exploring several passion projects, like starting a podcast, restoring buildings and teaching at USC.

The 40th Annual St. Pat's in Five Points Parade took place this past Saturday, March 19, 2022. The festival included a variety of performances, food, and parade spectacles from colorful floats to marching band fanfare.

'Energy was just through the roof': St. Pat's in Five Points festival returns, celebrates 40-year anniversary

By Stephen Pastis | March 20, 2022

The annual St. Pat’s in Five Points event returned for the first time after two years this weekend to celebrate its 40-year anniversary, bringing with it one of the largest events in Columbia and South Carolina. The March event had a large turnout, with many enjoying the greatly missed musical festival.

Oscar statues backstage at the 90th Academy Awards on Sunday, March 4, 2018, at the Dolby Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center in Hollywood, California. (Al Seib/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

Staff Picks: Favorite movies of 2021 include heist thrillers, musicals, coming of age adventures

By Stephen Pastis , Caleb Bozard , Noah Trainor , Max White and Amelia Farrell | Feb. 24, 2022

This month, our staff talked about our favorite music and artists of 2021 through our music recaps like Spotify Wrapped. In a segment we are rightfully dubbing "Staff Picks," this week, with the Oscars quickly approaching, we wanted to talk about some of our favorite movies from 2021.

Exterior of the supercomputer Hyperion on April 28,2022.

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By Stephen Pastis | Aug. 20, 2022

Exterior of the supercomputer Hyperion on April 28,2022.

Nathan Elger, an architect for Hyperion, looks inside one section of the machine, April 28,2022.

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By Stephen Pastis | Aug. 20, 2022

Nathan Elger, an architect for Hyperion, looks inside one section of the machine, April 28,2022.

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By Stephen Pastis | Aug. 20, 2022

Nathan Elger, an architect for Hyperion, looks inside one section of the machine, April 28,2022.

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By Stephen Pastis | Aug. 20, 2022

Closeup of the supercomputer, Hyperion on April 28,2022.

The Camden building Sheheen is restoring on Broad Street on March 8, 2022.

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By Stephen Pastis | April 5, 2022

The Camden building Sheheen is restoring on Broad Street on March 8, 2022.

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By Stephen Pastis | April 5, 2022

Vincent Sheheen stands inside ongoing renovation for the Camden building he is restoring on March 8, 2022.

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By Stephen Pastis | Jan. 27, 2022

The skyline of New York City.

Furusato Bento is currently under construction in Five Points in Columbia, SC. The new restaurant, from the owners of Menkoi Ramen House, will feature Japanese-inspired bento boxes and Japanese drinks and snacks.

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By Stephen Pastis | Jan. 27, 2022

Furusato Bento is currently under construction in Five Points in Columbia, SC. The new restaurant, from the owners of Menkoi Ramen House, will feature Japanese-inspired bento boxes and Japanese drinks and snacks.

Aubrey Key on stage at the New Brookland Tavern getting ready for a soundcheck before a performance.

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By Stephen Pastis | Nov. 28, 2021

Aubrey Key on stage at the New Brookland Tavern getting ready for a soundcheck before a performance.

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Internet Gamecocks: Students and alumni find success online

Letter from the arts and culture editors (and a writer): Embrace Columbia's culture

Modelo chili, homemade sauerkraut: A Gamecock's guide to winter-sports dining

Meet Hyperion: USC's supercomputer that performs cutting-edge research

Darius Rucker maintains support, love of being a Gamecock with upcoming concert

'Out of sight, out of mind': Columbia citizens feel many pretend homeless population is less of a problem

Darius Rucker to perform at Colonial Life Arena after national championship win

Politician to podcaster: Vincent Sheheen uses background to teach, support South Carolina

'Energy was just through the roof': St. Pat's in Five Points festival returns, celebrates 40-year anniversary

Staff Picks: Favorite movies of 2021 include heist thrillers, musicals, coming of age adventures

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