Friday Open Thread

Friday!

Moon Light Everglades, Backus

Here are a few news stories from around these parts, and a suggestion for some grilling.

1. USC welcomes record freshman class. No, it doesn't just seem like there are more students here, there are actually more of them. Plan your driving accordingly.

2. Costco might be going in over near Harbison. This is such a dumb thing to do, as the traffic over there is absolutely atrocious. I already avoid the Harbison area like the plague. You could put a Costco over near Ft. Jackson and make a ton of money. I don't see why the northeast side of Columbia isn't getting more consideration.

3. Need an idea for grilling this weekend? Try your hand at a Bacon, Cheddar, and Chive Stuffed Planked Portobello mushroom.

4. Three weeks until college football starts. How will the Gamecocks do in 2015? Hopefully, the defense will be better. I don't think anyone really knows what to expect. Here's what Saturday Down South is predicting.