Easton Griffin

Staff writer – In-Depth & Analysis Easton Griffin specializes in in-depth reporting and analysis on the social, economic, and quality-of-life issues shaping Florence County and the broader Pee Dee. With a background in data-informed journalism and narrative storytelling, Easton examines topics including housing, healthcare access, education, and workforce development. Before joining Florence News Journal, Easton contributed to digital news platforms and research-driven reporting projects across South Carolina. With additional training in data journalism, Easton is committed to producing reporting that helps readers understand not only what is happening, but why it matters.

Speaker Johnson slams Georgia Rep. Greene: “She fails to notice… we have been fighting on the border”

In late March, Georgia's Republican Representative, Marjorie Taylor Greene, took action against House Speaker Mike Johnson by filing a motion to vacate his position....

A Columbia Cracker Barrel location has permanently closed

Columbia, South Carolina - One of the Cracker Barrel locations in the Columbia area has closed permanently. News of the closure began spreading on...

“This is crazy!”: As Americans lose their homes, Democratic Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman goes hard on squatters

Pennsylvania - According to the American Apartment Owners Association, squatters are individuals who occupy land or buildings without legal authorization. A squatter lives on...

Columbia prison supervisor faces charges for illegal cellphone scheme

Columbia, South Carolina - Federal officials say that Christine Mary Livingston, 46, took bribes totaling more than $219,000 over three years to get 173...

Michigan Republican looks to flip Dem-held seat. And it will be a huge win for Trump in a key swing state.

Not many believed that Trump could have a lead over Biden in the very beginning of the presidential campaign, having in mind Trump’s legal...

State removes Florence private school from scholarship list amid misappropriation allegations

Florence, South Carolina - A private school in Florence, which is under the scrutiny of allegations that its director misappropriated public funds, has been...

SC Housing launches Palmetto Heroes Program, up to $12,000 in forgivable down payment assistance for public workers

Columbia, South Carolina - SC Housing is helping people who work in public service in South Carolina, like teachers, nurses, police officers, and military...

California to cut spending on education, but won’t on supporting illegal immigrants: Budget deficit fiasco

Lately, leaders from several cities and areas along California's southern border have been reaching out for a helping hand from both the state and...

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