Lake Murray has won the title of “Best Lake for Water Sports” in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards 2025. Photo by John BoozerLake Murray The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board has announced Lake Murray has been named the #1 Best Lake for Water Sports by the USAContinue Reading
Columbia, S.C. – Lake Murray has once again earned national recognition, receiving a nomination for Best Lake for Water Sports in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards — marking the second consecutive year the lake has been honored. After securing 2nd place in the 2024 awards, trailing only Lake Erie,Continue Reading
The Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission (ICRC) is set to break ground on the highly anticipated Saluda Shoals Riverwalk at 2 p.m. on April 29, at the Upper Boat Landing of Saluda Shoals Park. Formerly known as the Lower Saluda Greenway, this ambitious project will create an 8.5-mile paved, multi-use pathContinue Reading
SALLEY, S.C. – Tucked away in rural Aiken County lies one of South Carolina’s most unexpected treasures — Eudora Wildlife Safari Park, a hidden gem that has quickly become a must-visit destination for families, animal lovers, and curious travelers alike. Founded by Mark Nisbet, Eudora is the Palmetto State’s firstContinue Reading
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has granted permits for the first-ever Crystal Lagoons amenity in the state. Located in northeast Columbia, construction is set to begin in early 2025. “This approval from DHEC marks a pivotal moment for the Crystal Lagoons project,” said Joseph Baldassarra,Continue Reading
The South Carolina State Museum has received its fourth Museums for America grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), securing $250,000 to further its digitization efforts. The grant will fund the photographing and 3-D scanning of 5,000 fossils from the museum’s extensive Natural History collection, which includesContinue Reading
The South Carolina State Fair is celebrating the state’s 46 counties with a special flash sale on admission tickets. As part of this year’s theme, “46 Reasons to Celebrate South Carolina,” the Fair is offering its lowest ticket price of the season. The flash sale will take place this Saturday,Continue Reading
Columbia, SC – The Columbia Parks & Recreation Department is moving forward with the Mays Park Revitalization project, reflecting extensive community input gathered through an online survey and a community meeting. The survey, conducted via Survey Monkey on January 12, 2022, received 185 responses. Additionally, a community meeting held onContinue Reading
Saluda Shoals Park is excited to announce a series of upcoming events designed to celebrate the natural beauty of the park and offer fun activities for all ages. Here’s a rundown of what’s coming up: July 12 – Paddle and Pint, 6:00 – 8:00 PMJuly 19 – Sunset on theContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – The City of Columbia is pleased to announce the availability of the 2024 Youth Services Guide, a comprehensive resource designed to inform parents and guardians about services and programs available to youth throughout the summer in Columbia and other parts of Richland County. The guide highlights aContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, SC – The Fourth of July is the busiest time of the year for America’s recreational boaters, as reported by the nationwide TowBoatUS on-water towing fleet. This period, encompassing days before and after the holiday, sees many boaters spending extended hours on the water, enjoying activities such as watchingContinue Reading