The State Newspaper
Bristow Marchant is an accomplished journalist with a strong background in government and political reporting. Currently serving as a government reporter and web producer at The State Newspaper since June 2016, Bristow has focused primarily on government matters in South Carolina. Prior experience includes roles as a reporter for The Herald and as a staff writer for Sumter Item, covering city, county, and state government, along with crime and military-related stories. Bristow's early career features reporting at the Clinton Chronicle and contributions to George Street Observer during college. Graduating from the College of Charleston with a Bachelor of Arts in History, Bristow possesses versatile writing skills across various genres, including hard news, features, and commentary.