Gavin Jackson
Gavin Jackson graduated with a visual journalism degree from Kent State University in 2008 and has been in the news industry ever since. He has worked at newspapers in Ohio, Louisiana and most recently in South Carolina at the Florence Morning News and Charleston Post and Courier.
Gavin's career as a multi-faceted journalist began in 2011 at the Morning News where he wrote, shot photos and video for daily stories in print, online and broadcast. His local political coverage got him hired onto The Post and Courier’s Statehouse bureau team in fall 2015. He covered the presidential primaries, Gov. Nikki Haley, the legislature and more. South Carolina ETV hired him in 2017 as their only news and public affairs reporter in an effort to grow SCETV’s news presence.
Gavin hosts SCETV’s weekly public affairs show This Week in South Carolina and the weekly South Carolina Lede podcast.
Stories
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This Week in South Carolina | Abortion Legislation and Lieutenant Governor's Debate Recap
October 14, 2022With the SC Supreme Court and the Senate scheduled to meet next week to deal with abortion legislation, The Associated Press’ Jeffrey Collins updates us on where the issue stands now and its future. And a look back at the Lieutenant Governor’s debate. #SCETV -
The Lizard Man of Bishopville | South of Spooky
Gavin Jackson and A T ShireOctober 14, 2022The town of Bishopville has a mixed history of fear-ing and celebrating its famed “Lizard Man.” Over 30 years ago a young man got a flat tire while driving near Scape Ore Swamp. A large, green, lizard-like creature emerged from the shadows and viciously attacked his car as... -
2022 Lieutenant Governor Debate
October 12, 2022In collaboration with The Post and Courier, SCETV and Public Radio will host a debate for candidates in the 2022 Lieutenant Governor's race. The debate will premiere live on Tuesday, October 11 at 8 p.m. on SCETV and at 10 p.m. on the South Carolina Channel. -
South Carolina Lede of Spooky
October 11, 2022October 11, 2022: We bring you special presentation of the first episode of South Carolina Public Radio's new podcast, "South of Spooky." Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just... -
The Gray Man of Pawleys Island | South of Spooky
Gavin Jackson and A T ShireOctober 10, 2022The Gray Man of Pawleys Island is considered a sign of protection from hurricanes, but there’s a centuries-old story behind this mysterious sighting. On this inaugural episode of South of Spooky, join hosts Gavin Jackson and AT Shire as they investigate the legend of the... -
Chicken Soup for the Campaign Trail Soul
October 08, 2022October 8, 2022 - A look at domestic violence deaths over the past year; Democratic gubernatorial candidate Joe Cunningham calls Gov. Henry McMaster a chicken and other updates from the governors race; the latest unemployment data; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you...
