By Mike DuBose with Surb Guram, MD Olive oil is part of the formula for healthier lives, especially when combined with regular exercise and consuming foods found in the Mediterranean Diet. Its use was documented in Greece and Italy dating back 6,000 years. While beneficial for cooking, salads, and dips,Continue Reading
By: State Treasurer Curtis Loftis There’s no escaping the hustle and bustle of December. Even if you love gift shopping, Christmas music, and holiday parties, the end of the year is often nothing short of exhausting. While I know the most wonderful time of the year is probably also yourContinue Reading
The South Carolina Philharmonic invites you to immerse yourself in the holiday spirit with their spectacular presentation, “Home for the Holidays,” on December 21 at 7 pm at the Koger Center for the Arts. Under the skilled baton of Music Director Morihiko Nakahara, this event promises an evening of enchantingContinue Reading
In the true spirit of giving, Richland County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) continued a heartwarming holiday tradition on December 6th. For the seventh consecutive year, the EMS team rallied the community to participate in their “Stuff an Ambulance” campaign, delivering an abundance of toys, clothing, and other essentials to benefitContinue Reading
By Sarah Ostergaard For so many reasons, December is a time of reflection and celebration. As 2023 comes to a close, let us pause and thank school faculty, staff, and administration who love and grow our community’s children. Our schools are community hubs, collaborating with families in support of studentContinue Reading
Get ready for a trip down memory lane as Jim Sonefeld, the renowned drummer for Hootie & The Blowfish, visits the Columbia Mast General Store on December 16th. From 1:30 pm to 4 pm, Sonefeld will be signing copies of his recently released book, “Swimming with the Blowfish,” offering fansContinue Reading
It’s heartwarming to hear about Wayne Damron’s commitment to spreading the message of “Merry Christmas” and ensuring that Christ is not left out of the holiday season. The distribution of over 5,000 magnetic bumper stickers annually, with the aim of encouraging the use of “Merry Christmas,” reflects his dedication toContinue Reading
In the spirit of holiday giving, the Irmo Police Department Community Foundation successfully hosted its annual Shop With A Cop event at the Walmart in Ballentine on December 12 and 14. This heartwarming initiative provided a special opportunity for thirty families each day to shop for gifts alongside Irmo policeContinue Reading
In the spirit of generosity and community, The Rapids Homeowners Association has once again joined forces with the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department for their annual “Spirit of Giving” charity drive. For an impressive 16 years, residents of The Rapids have made a significant impact through their continuous partnership, exemplifying theContinue Reading
By Al Dozier Lexington County Council received feedback during a public hearing at the Dec.5 council meeting on new regulations designed to control continued growth in Lexington County. The new “concurrency requirements” will require any new development to undergo a review by the county staff to determine that the planContinue Reading
James Carl Oakley, 81, of Columbia, passed away on Thursday, December 7, 2023. He was born in Bessemer, Alabama, on August 22, 1942, to James Carel Oakley and Frances Vines Oakley. James was a charter member of First Baptist Church of Irmo. He was very active in the church, servingContinue Reading