Two dead in shooting at South Carolina State University...

Students received lockdown orders via text messages. A social media post appeared to show the orders given in a screenshot as the messages were sent out. “SHELTER-IN-PLACE Move inside, lock doors and continue with class activities,” read the first message allegedly sent to students. “Monitor mobile devices for updates. If you are not on campus remain off site until the all clear is given.” A second message sent appeared to inform students of the lockdown. “LOCKDOWN, LOCKDOWN, LOCKDOWN Move inside, lock doors, lights out and remain out of sight,” read the message. “Monitor mobile devices for updates. If you are not on campus remain off site until the all clear is given.” South Carolina State University canceled classes on Friday due to the shooting and announced it would provide counseling services to students, multiple sources confirmed. The Washington Examiner contacted the South Carolina State University Department of Public Safety early Friday morning seeking information about the shooting. However, the department declined to comment. Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) called for prayers on Thursday night after the shooting. “Stop what you’re doing and pray,” Mace posted on X. “South Carolina State University is on lockdown tonight following reports of a possible shooting incident.” “Join us in prayer for the students, staff and their families,” she said. “God bless our brave law enforcement responding tonight.”