Washington, D.C. – Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) is pleased to announce Kinsleigh Ringus of Lexington High School, as the Second District of South Carolina’s 2024 Congressional Art Competition winner. “The Congressional Art Competition is a way to recognize the talent of young artists in the Second Congressional District of SouthContinue Reading
On June 7, the St. Andrews Optimists welcomed Jay Kilmartin, the S.C. House Representative for state District 85, as their guest speaker. Kilmartin, who is nearing the end of his first term and is currently campaigning for reelection, provided insights into his experiences and priorities as a state legislator. KilmartinContinue Reading
Swansea, SC – The Greater Columbia Rose Society will convene for their monthly meeting this Sunday, June 23, at 3 p.m. The gathering will take place at Kremser’s Farm & Nursery, located at 208 Buckhead Lane in Swansea. This month’s program features a presentation on “Pests & Fungal Disease” byContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – The Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. (MIRCI), a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting individuals with severe mental illness and housing instability, has announced a major consolidation of its facilities. The organization has now centralized all its services at a new location, 2750 Laurel Street, marking a significantContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – Columbia is set to play host to a significant event as it becomes an official stop on the National League of Cities (NLC) Centennial Roadshow: 100 Years, 100 Cities. The roadshow is part of NLC’s year-long celebration, commemorating a century of commitment to advancing local government andContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – A significant addition to the local business community was celebrated on June 6 as EPC, Inc. officially opened its new facility at 1326 Bush River Road. The ribbon-cutting ceremony featured a lineup of prominent city officials, including Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann, District I Councilwoman Tina N. Herbert,Continue Reading
Columbia, SC – Columbia Animal Services is providing free microchipping for dogs this June. The event is scheduled for June 26, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and no appointments are necessary. The service is available to residents of the City of Columbia and Richland County, who must provide proofContinue Reading
Irmo, SC – On June 11, Midlands Technical College (MTC) hosted a retirement celebration at its Harbison campus to honor Dr. Ronald L. Rhames, who has been a dedicated member of the college community for 33 years. Dr. Rhames has served in various roles including senior vice president and chiefContinue Reading
Irmo High School International School for the Arts would like to recognize sophomore, Lauren Rice, for representing Irmo at the 2024 SC HOBY Leadership Seminar held at Presbyterian College from May 25-27. Lauren is the daughter of Jennifer Geter Rice and Travis Rice. While the national program attracts more thanContinue Reading
By Rick Burke, Navy Office of Community Outreach MILLINGTON, Tenn. – Lt. j.g. Jennifer Pilat, whose mother resides in Columbia recently completed training at Naval Chaplaincy School to serve as a chaplain for America’s seafaring warfighters. Pilat graduated from Irmo High School in 2003 and Virginia Theological Seminary in 2019.Continue Reading
By Eileen Renders Realizing that we all want to protect our immune system, perhaps we might want to consider how we can become more knowledgeable, and proactive in accomplishing the task. What we need to know about our immune system, and how we can better protect it is surely aContinue Reading