Civic Engagement

Mar. 16, 2026

Bluffton Seeks Applicants for Town Boards and Committees

The town has openings on several advisory groups, including the Accommodations Tax Committee and Planning Commission.

Mar. 6, 2026

Former presidents gather in Chicago for Jesse Jackson celebration of life

Three former U.S. presidents, Grammy-winning artists, clergy and elected officials are expected to attend a Chicago celebration of life for the late civil rights leader.

Mar. 3, 2026

Civil Rights Icon Jesse Jackson Dies at 84

The legendary preacher, activist, and two-time presidential candidate leaves an indelible mark on American politics and the fight for equality.

Mar. 2, 2026

Rev. Jesse Jackson to Lie in State at SC State House

Hundreds expected to attend memorial services honoring the civil rights leader's decades of advocacy

Mar. 2, 2026

Rev. Jesse Jackson Returns Home to South Carolina to Lie in State

Civil rights leader honored with final public farewell in his home state

Mar. 2, 2026

Jesse Jackson's Complicated Legacy in Hometown of Greenville

As the civil rights leader's body lies in state, his birthplace grapples with how to honor his contributions

Mar. 2, 2026

Rev. Jesse Jackson Honored with Lying in State in South Carolina

Civil rights leader's final visit to his home state marks a historic moment.

Mar. 2, 2026

South Carolina Women Kick Off Support For Women's Suffrage Monument in Washington, D.C.

Three business leaders in the state are leading a national effort to build a monument honoring the women's suffrage movement.

Mar. 2, 2026

Rev. Jesse Jackson Honored with Lying in State at South Carolina Capitol

Civil rights leader's final tribute in home state before Chicago memorial service

Mar. 2, 2026

Civil Rights Icon Rev. Jesse Jackson Lies in State in South Carolina

Jackson advocated for the poor and underrepresented throughout his long career fighting for voting rights, job opportunities, education, and health care.

Mar. 2, 2026

Rev. Jesse Jackson Lies in State at South Carolina Capitol

The civil rights leader is honored in the state where he was born and launched his activism.

Mar. 2, 2026

Civil Rights Icon Rev. Jesse Jackson Lies in State in South Carolina

Thousands pay respects as Jackson's casket arrives at the South Carolina Statehouse

Mar. 2, 2026

Civil Rights Icon Jesse Jackson Lies in State at South Carolina Capitol

Jackson's final honors in the state where he was born mark a stark contrast to his segregated childhood in Greenville.

Mar. 2, 2026

Mourners Honor Rev. Jesse Jackson at Memorial in West Columbia, SC

Tribute held at Brookland Baptist Church on March 2, 2026

Mar. 1, 2026

Greenville Funeral Home Coordinating Jackson's South Carolina Services

Details expected to be announced this weekend for memorial honoring civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson.

Feb. 28, 2026

Greenville Photojournalist Gained Rare Access to Rev. Jesse Jackson

Charles Arbogast captured intimate moments with the civil rights leader during his time in Greenville.

Feb. 27, 2026

Mourners Line Up for Blocks in Chicago to Honor Civil Rights Icon Jesse Jackson

Memorial events draw elected officials, advocates and community members to celebrate Jackson's decades-long activism.