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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2022 Superintendent of Education Debate
October 31, 2022In collaboration with The Post and Courier , SCETV and SC Public Radio will host a debate for candidates in the 2022 Superintendent of Education race. The debate will premiere live on Wednesday, November 2 at 7 p.m. on SCETV and repeat at 10 p.m. on the South Carolina... -
This Week in South Carolina | Early Voting and Debate Recap
October 31, 2022Chris Whitmire, Director of Public Information with the South Carolina Election Commission talks early voting. We look at some of the highlights from the recent governor's debate. #SCETV -
You Can't Rebut a Rebuttal
October 29, 2022October 29, 2022 - We recap this week's gubernatorial debate between incumbent Gov. Henry McMaster and Democratic candidate Joe Cunningham. Also, 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... -
Alice Flagg | South of Spooky
Gavin Jackson and A T ShireOctober 28, 2022A mid 1800s forbidden romance led to the secret engagement of Alice Flagg and her star-crossed lover. After becoming ill, Alice’s disapproving brother tore the hidden engagement ring from a ribbon tied around her neck. Now, Alice Flagg is said to haunt her grave at the... -
2022 Gubernatorial Debate
October 26, 2022In collaboration with The Post and Courier, SCETV and Public Radio will host a debate for candidates in the 2022 Governor's race. The debate will premiere live on Wednesday, October 26 at 7 p.m. on SCETV and SC Public Radio. -
Debate Season in Full Effect
October 25, 2022October 25, 2022 — A recap of some of the biggest moments from the recent 1st Congressional District debate between incumbent Republic Nancy Mace and Democratic challenger Dr. Annie Andrews; analysis of BMW's investment in South Carolina; a look at efforts to improve mental...
