By Thomas Grant, Jr. The last time GG Jackson II played on Martin Luther King day, he had a memorable performance before a national cable television audience. The NBA on TNT once again served as the setting this year to watch the former Ridge View and University ofContinue Reading
Lake Murray Mitsubishi is celebrating its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in partnership with the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce. The event will take place on Tuesday, January 28, at 11:45 AM, at the dealership’s new location: 1001 N. Wingard Rd., Irmo. Guests are invited to enjoy a lightContinue Reading
Seven Oaks Elementary Global Magnet is embracing the Primary Years Programme (PYP), a globally recognized framework by International Baccalaureate (IB) designed to nurture inquiry-based learning among elementary students. The school, located in District Five, celebrates a vibrant and diverse community with a student body representing over 25 nationalities, making culturalContinue Reading
By Al Dozier Local lawmakers say the increasing impact of rising insurance rates on restaurants and nightclubs is creating a crisis in the business community. It’s often called “liquor liability.” But Rep. Micah Caskey, R-Lexington, said it’s not going to be easy to fix the problem.“It’s complicated,” said Caskey, aContinue Reading
The National Weather Service has forecasted potential winter weather, including snow and extremely low temperatures, for the Midlands area beginning Tuesday afternoon, January 21, 2025, and continuing into the night. With sub-freezing temperatures expected to create black ice on roadways Wednesday morning, School District Five of Lexington & Richland CountiesContinue Reading
Columbia, SC — The South Carolina Philharmonic has been awarded a $20,000 grant by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) to support its Family Time with the Phil and Symphony for All programs. These initiatives aim to make live orchestra music more accessible to diverse audiences. Family Time withContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. It was a contrast over the past three games for Dutch Fork’s basketball teams. The eighth-ranked Silver Foxes found themselves in position to claim sole possession of first place in Region 4-5A. They earned their second straight win Thursday beating White Knoll 61-57. Bryson Taylor postedContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. The Lexington County Blowfish have unveiled their new uniforms for the 2025 season, celebrating the team’s 20th anniversary. The jerseys feature a crimson red design with the “Blowfish” wordmark arched across the front in dark navy, outlined in white. These special uniforms were introduced during aContinue Reading
West Columbia, SC – The Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment Center (BLEC), in partnership with SOLE Stepping and Molina Healthcare, will donate more than 200 pairs of new shoes to children from low-to-moderate income families in the Midlands. The event will take place on Saturday, January 18, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.Continue Reading
This photo demonstrates a 45-degree hip turn away from the ball—a critical movement for senior golfers striving to lengthen their backswing and achieve greater shoulder turn for more distance. A 45-degree hip turn allows your shoulders to reach the necessary 90-degree turn, maximizing power on full swings. While younger tourContinue Reading
IRMO – Families in Lexington-Richland School District Five have the opportunity to apply for the district’s Magnet and Choice programs now through Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at 12:00 PM (Noon). For more information about the district’s Magnet Schools, Programs, and Choice options, and to access the application link, visit www.lexrich5.org/choice.Continue Reading