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The State News: South Carolina

The State News: South Carolina

by The McClatchy Company

2.2K ratings
61 reviews
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • March 27, 2012
  • July 8, 2026

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The McClatchy Company
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Access daily local news coverage, investigative reporting, and national headlines. Stay updated on crime, sports, business, and weather with personalized feeds and live video. Enjoy puzzles and games to unwind.

✓Daily local news coverage
✓Investigative reporting
✓Live video streaming
✓Personalized news feeds
✓AI-generated article summaries
✓Puzzles and games
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of The State News. Based on 2.2K reviews and a 4.4/5 average, it highlights the 2 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this News app.

Positive things

  • 🌟Excellent hometown paper
  • 📰Reliable, concise, and balanced news coverage

Negative things

  • 🐛Frequent crashes and stability issues
  • 📱Poor app performance and user experience
  • 🔍Outdated and delayed news content
  • 💰Excessive ads and paywalls for paid subscribers
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What's New in The State News

11.1.15

July 8, 2026

Adds support for Edition banner ads

Subscription plans

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This app dropped -9 positions in Magazines & Newspapers chart.

Last updated on July 23, 2026.

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User reviews

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Room for Improvement

I started reading The State over 50 years ago and I’m glad to see it survive the transition to digital. But the skimpy local coverage is disappointing, and I am frustrated that sections like Business and Local have 4-6 month old articles it the top of the feed.
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We’ve got a winner!

A GREAT CITY deserves a GREAT Newspaper! South Carolinians are lucky, we have The State!
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Going downhill

Too little local news.
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Bad update means app is no longer compatible with iPad

Bad update. Wait before using they have some bugs to fix.
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Motormouth article

Motormouth article will not open in the app.
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Articles not opening properly

Bug

Login issues and frequent sign-outs

Bug

Inability to control text size and layout

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Requested Features

4 requests

Restore newspaper-like layout for e-edition

Feature

Improve push notification functionality

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Add more local and in-depth content

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Optimize app for better usability on tablets

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FAQ

What kind of news does this app provide?

This app provides daily local news coverage from Columbia, Richland, Lexington, and the Midlands of South Carolina. It also includes investigative reporting, national headline news, crime updates, sports coverage, local business news, and weather forecasts. You can also find opinion pieces, editorials, and columns.

What are the key features of the app?

Key features include daily local news and stories, AI-generated article summaries, live video of local and national news, full coverage of local, pro, and college sports, and personalized news feeds based on your favorite topics. You can also search for articles, bookmark them, and access previous newspaper issues.

Is this app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, offering a range of news content and features. However, it does mention in-app purchases, suggesting that some additional content or functionalities might be available for purchase.

What devices is this app compatible with?

While specific device compatibility is not detailed in the description, mobile applications of this nature are typically designed for both iOS and Android smartphones and tablets. Users can generally download and install it from their respective app stores.

How can I stay informed about local events and topics?

You can stay informed by reading daily local news and stories, watching live video coverage of local events, and personalizing your news feed to focus on topics that matter most to you. The app also covers crime, sports, and weather, ensuring you are up-to-date on community happenings.