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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Abortion Argument Reaches the Supreme Court
October 22, 2022October 22, 2022 — We take an extended look at the oral arguments before the state Supreme Court this week over the six-week abortion law currently on the books. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics... -
The Haunting of Poinsett Bridge | South of Spooky
Gavin Jackson and A T ShireOctober 21, 2022There are unexplained sightings at Poinsett Bridge in Landrum, thought to be the oldest bridge in South Carolina. Mysterious forces at this fourteen-foot, Gothic style bridge are reported to keep cars from starting and, and stories of bizarre screams and lights abound. Join... -
(Immunity) Wanes World
October 18, 2022October 18, 2022 — A preview of the state Senate's session Tuesday on abortion; a look at how the Palmetto State's schools are faring; efforts by state leaders to make South Carolina more attractive to electric vehicle manufacturers; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you... -
Lt. Gov. Debate Cliff Notes
October 15, 2022October 15, 2022 — A recap of this week's lieutenant governor debate; comments from US Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg on Palmetto State infrastructure projects; the latest inflation numbers; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803... -
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...
