If you’ve ever wanted to get more involved in your community, now’s your chance! Richland County is seeking residents to fill openings on various boards, committees, and panels—and they need your help. The County Council is accepting applications through 5 p.m. on April 4 for a variety of positions, fromContinue Reading
By Dee Griffin Is semaglutide the best weight loss medication? It really depends. Semaglutide has changed the treatment approach since this medication was approved by the FDA to treat obesity in 2021. This GLP-1 medication mimics a gut hormone that suppresses appetite and helps regulate blood sugar. This action resultsContinue Reading
By Eileen Renders Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) can present with several intestinal symptoms that can include those associated with the gastrointestinal tract, such as stomach pain, bloating, cramping, gas, constipation, diarrhea, or both. Most of the time, symptoms are not considered severe, however, it is a persistent, long-termContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Get ready to sip for a cause! Central S.C. Habitat for Humanity is bringing back its second annual Brew 2 Build Festival on Saturday, April 5, from 2 – 6 p.m. at The Coop, the tailgating hub near Williams-Brice Stadium. This 21-and-over event invites attendees to sampleContinue Reading
HOPKINS, S.C. – Nature lovers, mark your calendars! Congaree National Park has announced the dates for its 2025 Synchronized Firefly Viewing Event, set to take place May 14 – 21. This mesmerizing display of bioluminescence draws thousands of visitors each year to witness fireflies flashing in perfect harmony. How toContinue Reading
LITTLE MOUNTAIN, S.C. – A significant piece of Richland County history was honored on March 22 as Pine Grove AME Church unveiled a new historical marker, recognizing its 157 years of worship, outreach, and education. Richland County Councilman Jason Branham (District 1) delivered remarks at the event, celebrating the church’sContinue Reading
The Irmo Outreach Committee is looking for help with a property cleanup and lawn care project taking place April 5. Volunteers will gather at 9 am at 236 East Dean Road, in the New Friarsgate subdivision. If you’d like to participate visit IrmoOutreach.help/volunteer and complete the volunteer form. Irmo OutreachContinue Reading
LEXINGTON, S.C. – The town of Lexington is inviting the community to step back in time and experience history like never before at “The Shot Heard Round The World,” a special event marking the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. When: April 19, 2025 | 4:30 – 8:00 p.m.Where: OldContinue Reading
The split-rail fence, in harmony with the earth. By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net A fence has become more than a way to mark property — delineate — as a five-dollar word goes. “I put that fence up to delineate precisely where my line runs.” Redundant. To delineate is toContinue Reading
IRMO, SC – The District 5 Foundation is inviting the community to come together for Springfest, a brand-new fundraising event set to take place on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Dutch Fork High School Football Stadium. The event aims to raise funds to support Lexington-Richland School District Five students andContinue Reading
The Okra Strut Commission and the Lake Murray-Irmo Woman’s Club are again offering scholarships to Irmo and Dutch Fork High School seniors who will be entering a post-secondary institution in the fall. Scholarships are awarded to one male and one female student from each high school. Each scholarship is $2,000Continue Reading