As the state gears up to celebrate Soil and Water Stewardship Week, Richland County is spotlighting efforts by the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (RSWCD) to preserve the County’s natural resources. Gov. Henry McMaster declared April 25-May 2 as Soil and Water Stewardship Week in South Carolina. The annualContinue Reading
President Joe Biden announced the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has extended the special enrollment period through August 15, giving consumers under 65 years old another opportunity to enroll in health coverage. Another COVID-19 stimulus bill passed not long after the announcement, giving consumers more savings to use towardContinue Reading
After raising a record-breaking $3.3 million in 2020, Central Carolina Community Foundation is welcoming 480 local nonprofits to its 2021 Midlands Gives Day. The 18-hour, the online giving challenge will be held May 4 from 6 am – 11:59 pm. Gifts of $10 or more will help nonprofits continue toContinue Reading
In celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month, the State Museum and ColaJazz Foundation will present an outdoor concert April 30 from 7 – 9 pm. Guests are invited to bring their own chairs and enjoy an evening of music and fun at the museum. “The museum is excited to be workingContinue Reading
Suit up your little space adventurer for a mission to the stars. Janet Ivey of PBS’ Janet’s Planet and President of Explore Mars and her team are back at the Newberry Opera House. Astronaut Camp for rising 2nd – 5th graders will be returning this July along with a newContinue Reading
Congaree National Park will be offering the public opportunities to view the park’s fireflies May 20-22 and May 27-29. In order to protect the health of visitors, staff, volunteers and community partners, the viewing will be limited to 25 vehicles per night. Tickets, which will be available through a lotteryContinue Reading
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. A top-level contingent from the Richland County Sheriff’s Department joined POWERPLANTSC officials and Governor Henry McMaster for the kickoff to a statewide tree-planting iniative, Thurs., April 22. The Earth Day kickoff was held on the grounds of the Governor’s Mansion in Columbia where S.C. FloodwaterContinue Reading
Tessa Lark & Michael Thurber: The Unconventional Yet Phenomenal Classical Duo Written by Steven Robinson Looking for a special treat for mom on Mother’s Day? Invite her to join you in Newberry for a FREE community concert featuring nationally renowned violist Tessa Lark and bassist Michael Thurber. Bring a chairContinue Reading
Koon’s Watch National Police week is next week across the country. This special week includes May 15, which is known as National Peace Officers Memorial Day. In 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week in which May 15 falls, as NationalContinue Reading
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott (pictured) was honored by the Town of Blythewood at the 11th annual Blythewood Rodeo, Sat., Apr. 24. The Sheriff received a Town Resolution congratulating him for his having been named 2021 SHERIFF OF THE YEAR by the Alexandria, VA-based National Sheriff’s Association (NSA). The resolutionContinue Reading
Lexington County Treasurer Jim Eckstrom, of Irmo, received the Harry O. Harman Award at Saturday’s meeting of the Lexington County Republican Party. The award, named for longtime coroner Harry Harman, is given to the elected official who most exemplifies selfless public service. Eckstrom has been Treasurer since 2008. Pictured, MarcusContinue Reading