The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has begun clearing and grubbing activities as part of Phase 3B of the Carolina Crossroads Project, impacting areas in Richland and Lexington counties. This phase involves clearing approximately 170 acres of trees and underbrush around key interchanges, including I-20/I-26, St. Andrews Road/I-26, andContinue Reading
By Radley West Ah, New Year’s resolutions—a grand tradition that involves setting life-changing goals on December 31, only to tuck them away like old holiday decorations by mid-January. But we keep doing it because nothing says “I’m serious about change” like announcing your dreams to a roomful of people wearingContinue Reading
The Shepherd’s Center of St. Andrews has successfully completed its first international full-session Zoom course, Poland Past and Present, taught by Dr. Lynn Zimmerman, a Purdue University Professor Emerita and Distinguished Fulbright Scholar. Dr. Zimmerman instructed members from Lublin, Poland, where she is spending a year at Marie Curie-Skłodowska University.Continue Reading
By Curtis Loftis South Carolina State Treasurer It goes fast, doesn’t it? Just when you’re comfortable with the back-to-school routine, here come the holidays. Take a deep breath and enjoy the season – 2024 version. But once the decorations are packed up and the wrapping paper is in the trash,Continue Reading
The Columbia City Council approved changes to the city’s parking rate ordinance during its December 4 meeting, following months of discussions with citizens, hospitality districts, and other stakeholders. The updated rates aim to reinvest revenue into Columbia’s parking system, focusing on infrastructure improvements, maintenance, and enhanced customer experience. City leadersContinue Reading
Irmo, SC (Dec. 18, 2024) — The South Carolina Philharmonic recognized the Town of Irmo with its prestigious Partner Award during the December 17th Town Council meeting, celebrating the town’s enthusiastic support of the Philharmonic’s inaugural “Music in My Neighborhood” program. Robin Hallyburton, the Philharmonic’s Development and Deputy Director, presentedContinue Reading
Mullikin Law founding principal says it’s a favorite Christmas tradition By W. Thomas Smith Jr. In what has become an annual Christmas tradition for the Camden-based Mullikin Law Firm; Mullikin Law employees, friends of the firm and members of the Mullikin family gathered at Hobby Lobby in Camden to ringContinue Reading
By Mike DuBose I’ve spent a lot of time trying to comprehend what really happened the night that I saw Ole Saint Nick. When I share my experience with friends and psychologist colleagues, they provide all types of explanations for how I “perceived” that I saw him. Santa Claus, whileContinue Reading
By Tom Poland: A Southern Writer TomPoland.net It’s annually voted the most popular Christmas song. Perhaps it’s the most controversial. When Savannah resident James L. Pierpont composed the song he sowed the seeds for a dispute. Pierpont wrote his Christmas classic in the autumn of 1857. You know the songContinue Reading
During its December 10 meeting, Richland County Council recognized Jayme Hill, a young kindness advocate and author of Good Manners, Good People. The council presented Jayme, a local first-grade student, with a special resolution honoring her work in promoting good manners and making etiquette fun for kids in the community.Continue Reading
Volunteers and members of local American Legion Posts teamed up with Wreaths Across America to place Remembrance Wreaths at 10 church cemeteries across the Midlands. The event began with an opening ceremony at Chapin Christian Community Church at noon on December 14. Afterward, volunteers placed wreaths at cemeteries of theContinue Reading