Starting August 18, Literacy SC will launch Road to Work, a free, year-round job readiness program for adults experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Classes meet twice a week at Transitions Homeless Center in downtown Columbia. The program focuses on practical employment skills—finding the right job match, completing applications, preparing forContinue Reading
The Lexington County Museum has received two generous grants to help preserve history and share it with the community. A grant from the Richard Hampton Jenrette Foundation will assist with the upkeep of the museum’s 30 historic structures and the care of its extensive collection. Founded in 1993 by businessmanContinue Reading
Tree bark’s “tattoos” age more gracefully than human tattoos. By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net Young with her whole life in front of her, her complexion was flawless. On her left shoulder in forever flight was the blue outline of a butterfly. Ought to be a story there I thought. “TellContinue Reading
Publisher’s note: At the time of this printing a full obituary was not available for print. As the local newspaper and a friend of Sam we want the public to know of his passing and how dearly he will be missed in this community. When we have more to share we willContinue Reading
Irmo Mayor Bill Danielson wrapped up this year’s Storytime in the Park at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 12. The mayors of Irmo, Lexington, and Chapin each hosted their own community reading events this summer, sharing stories with local children. In Irmo, readings took place in June, July, and AugustContinue Reading
IRMO, S.C. – The Irmo Okra Strut is turning 50 this year, and organizers are calling on the community to help make it a success. The festival, happening September 26–27, is looking for volunteers to assist with a variety of roles. Whether you have a few hours or can giveContinue Reading
Columbia, S.C. — One Columbia for Arts and Culture is turning the page to an exciting new chapter as it expands its commitment to supporting the city’s vibrant creative community. With a new headquarters, the launch of a grassroots artist grant, and the next round of its popular artist-in-residence program,Continue Reading
Candidate Filing Open for Columbia’s November Municipal Election The City of Columbia will hold its Municipal Election on Tuesday, November 4. Offices on the ballot include: Mayor Councilmember – District One Councilmember – District Four Councilmember – At-Large Candidate filing is now open and will close at 12:00 p.m. onContinue Reading
Before the dejection set in. By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net May 2011. Jennifer’s email cut to the chase “We want you to write a play for Georgia’s Official Folk Life Play, Swamp Gravy.” “Me, write a play,” I replied. “I don’t even go to plays.” “That’s okay. We loveContinue Reading
By Congressman Joe Wilson The Republican House and Senate delivered the One Big Beautiful Bill to Republican President Donald Trump for his signature. On behalf of American families, earlier this month President Trump signed the bill into law, allowing for limited government to prevail over big government. Passage of thisContinue Reading
By Radley West I failed a client whose goal was to lose weight. Unfortunately, in my world this is not a new or unique event. However, there’s more to this story and why it is important. My client planned to get to the gym three times per week and trackContinue Reading