Columbia, SC – The South Carolina State Fair is now accepting entries for its annual competitive exhibits, set to be displayed from October 9-20 during the S.C. State Fair. Exhibitors from across the state are invited to submit their entries by September 1 in various categories for a chance toContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – The Miss South Carolina Scholarship Organization has crowned Mary Elle Marchant, Miss River Bluff’s Teen, as Miss South Carolina’s Teen 2024. Marchant, an 18-year-old from Lexington, recently graduated from River Bluff High School and wowed the judges with her exceptional talent and poise. Marchant captivated the audienceContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – Columbia Animal Services is delighted to announce a special offer of free pet adoptions from July 20 to July 28. This initiative aims to find loving homes for the many animals in need of adoption and to reduce the number of pets in the shelter. Located atContinue Reading
Irmo, SC — A proposed development along the picturesque shores of Lake Murray is causing a stir among local residents. The project, dubbed Water Walk, aims to transform 65 acres at 2947 Dreher Shoals Road/S.C. 6 into a vibrant community hub with 550 homes, restaurants, retail spaces, and a boutiqueContinue Reading
Irmo, SC – July 2, 2024 – The Town of Irmo is issuing a public statement to correct anymisinformation regarding the recent postponement of the school year by Ascent ClassicalAcademies due to permitting issues. It has come to the Town’s attention that Ascent Classical Academies has delayed the start ofContinue Reading
How the City of Sumter, South Carolina is serving as a model for the rest of the world By W. Thomas Smith Jr. SOUTH CAROLINA HAS BECOME AN EXAMPLE, GLOBALLY, of environmental conservation-leadership, what with the Palmetto State’s having already placed some 3.5 million acres of a total 20.5. millionContinue Reading
The Annual Leon Irons’ Memorial Charity Golf Tournament will take place on September 16 at the Members Club at Wildewood Golf Course. Presented by Truist, this event provides a unique opportunity to play at a members-only club while supporting a worthy cause. With limited team slots available and numerous sponsorshipContinue Reading
Irmo, SC – The Irmo Police Department, in cooperation with the 11th Judicial Circuit Law Enforcement Network, will be conducting a Traffic Safety Checkpoint on Lake Murray Boulevard. This initiative will take place on Friday, July 5, 2024, from 10:00 PM to midnight. Details of the Checkpoint: The main goalContinue Reading
IRMO, SC – Lexington-Richland School District Five is delighted to announce the continuation of its Golden Passes program for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. This initiative invites senior citizens to become more involved in district-sponsored events and activities, fostering community engagement and support for the school district. Golden Pass ProgramContinue Reading
By Mike DuBose Many innocent victims are facing lawsuits for using unknown copyrighted pictures. In fact, a photographer was recently awarded $6 million after a jury found a non-profit guilty of using his pictures without permission. A small Prosperity, SC church was sued by a New Hampshire photographer for theirContinue Reading
Westminster Presbyterian Church will be holding a blood drive on July 10 from 10 AM to 2 PM. The church is located at 1715 Broad River Road in Columbia. To schedule an appointment, visit www.RedCrossBlood.org. All donors will receive a Red Cross umbrella as a thank you for their contribution.Continue Reading