On May 1st, at the South Carolina Statehouse, local and state officials came together to honor Fire Chief Aubrey D. Jenkins of the Columbia-Richland Fire Department for his remarkable 45 years of service. This event was marked by the presentation of a resolution recognizing Chief Jenkins’ dedication and contributions toContinue Reading
In an effort to combat summer food insecurity among children, several community organizations, including the Columbia Urban League, Columbia Food Policy Committee, Wholespire Richland, and No Kid Hungry, have joined forces to create ColaEats. ColaEats is an initiative aimed at supporting three greater Columbia area school districts as they provideContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – The Koger Center for the Arts invites the community to two free performances of Squonk’s brand new show, “Brouhaha,” on May 15 and 16, 2024. Taking place at 6 p.m. on the Koger Center Plaza Stage, these performances offer an immersive outdoor spectacle filled with lively music,Continue Reading
By Al Dozier The town of Irmo is considering the installation of four charging stations at the Irmo Community Park Irmo for residents with electric vehicles. It would cost the town about $28,000 but it would provide local residents with a quick charge as an increasing number of motoristsContinue Reading
The Cayce Police Department (CPD) is thrilled to announce the kickoff of Steel Paws 2024, a two-day celebration in support of local K9 programs. The festivities will take place at Steel Hands Brewing, located at 2350 Foreman Street in Cayce, on Friday and Saturday, May 10th and 11th. The highlightContinue Reading
Lexington-Richland School District Five and the Irmo Police Department are proud to announce a new collaboration aimed at better serving families within the district. As part of this partnership, police officers are now equipped with information about the district’s Ready By Five program, enabling them to provide valuable support whileContinue Reading
West Columbia, SC – On Saturday, May 18, 2024, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, the community is invited to participate in a FREE Mental Health First Aid Training session. Hosted at the SCEA located at 2999 Sunset Boulevard, West Columbia, SC 29169, this day-long program aims to equip adultsContinue Reading
As of May 7th, the sidewalk leading to the community garden, dog park, and Irmo Skate Park at Rawls Creek Park (1113 Friarsgate Blvd) will be closed to vehicular traffic. This closure is necessary due to upcoming construction work at the park. Ensuring the safety of our residents is ourContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. During the April 15th Lexington Town Council meeting, the Lexington County Blowfish made a generous contribution of $6,000 to support the Lexington Police Foundation. This donation was raised through the proceeds of the annual Lexington Chili Cookoff, an event held on February 18th at the IceContinue Reading
Experience an enchanting evening of music spanning from Mozart to Broadway as the Dutch Fork Choral Society takes the stage for its spring concert. Featuring beloved classics and contemporary hits, including a special collaboration with Able SC, this concert promises to delight audiences of all ages. Performance Details: May 3Continue Reading
Prepare to be captivated by a vibrant display of creativity as the Columbia Museum of Art unveils a stunning collection of 35 leaping trout sculptures, adorned with dazzling colors and intricate designs. Created by local artists and students from Columbia schools, these sculptures will be showcased in the Museum’s SalonContinue Reading