Evette expresses support for organization’s mission to advance workforce health and wellbeing By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Days after the official launch of the South Carolina Healthy Business Coalition (SCHBC), members of the coalition met with S.C. Lt. Governor Pamela Evette at her State House office in Columbia to discussContinue Reading
SCDNR’s Chief of Wildlife named to national hall of fame By Tom Mullikin In the world of wildlife conservation, few honors carry the weight of induction into the National Bobwhite and Grasslands Initiative Hall of Fame. Reserved for individuals and groups whose work has left a lasting mark on theContinue Reading
In a demonstration of community partnership, Mayor Bill Danielson and Councilwoman Phyllis Coleman visited Youngs Chapel AME Church recently to present a $6,250 donation on behalf of the Mayor’s Uplift Initiative. The contribution is earmarked for the Youngs Chapel Enrichment Center’s 2026 Summer Camp, ensuring that local students have theContinue Reading
An Irmo native and graduate of Irmo High School and the University of South Carolina, Prentiss Brewer is returning to her hometown with a strong commitment to community engagement. Brewer said her love for community events began with childhood memories of the Okra Strut, a tradition her family still enjoysContinue Reading
LEXINGTON — The Lexington County Department of Public Works is inviting residents, businesses and community stakeholders to attend a series of open house meetings as part of the development of the county’s Transportation Improvement Plan. The long-range planning effort focuses on preserving and enhancing Lexington County’s transportation system to improveContinue Reading
Richland County Councilman Jason Branham, (pictured above), offered a brief history of the surrounding area and the importance of the Broad River widening project to the community and what it will mean in years to come. Construction is now officially underway on the long-anticipated widening of Broad River Road, asContinue Reading
South Carolina Healthy Business Coalition launches statewide – Press events slated for end of March The South Carolina Healthy Business Coalition officially launches today, marking the evolution of the South Carolina Healthy Business Challenge into a year-round coalition focused on advancing workforce health, wellbeing, and organizational resilience across South CarolinaContinue Reading
Mark Hammond has announced the launch of a new online registration system for trademarks, service marks and livestock brands through the South Carolina Secretary of State’s Office. “As Secretary of State, I am committed to making it easier for customers to submit filings quickly and efficiently,” Hammond said. “Our newContinue Reading
Photo: Mayor Bill Danielson presents Cub Scout Pack 95 with retired American flag. The Irmo Town Council held its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 6 p.m. at the municipal building. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Cub Scout Pack 95 of Irmo. Following the pledge,Continue Reading
The City of Cayce has announced that South Carolina State University is expanding its footprint in the Midlands with the development of a new 42,000-square-foot Research & Extension campus at 1801 Charleston Highway in Cayce. The facility will serve as the university’s largest Research & Extension location in the stateContinue Reading
“It has been an honor to serve the county I have always called home” – Councilman Livingston By Paul Livingston It’s hard to say goodbye. That’s particularly true when you’re engaged in what was a labor of love. My 35 years as a member of Richland County Council have beenContinue Reading