This July, the American Red Cross emphasizes the urgent need for blood donors to support lifesaving transfusions during the summer months. Donors of all blood types are in demand, especially those with type O blood and those giving platelets. Every donation is crucial in maintaining the stock of blood productsContinue Reading

The South Carolina Wildlife Federation’s (SCWF) highly anticipated three-day online auction, Wild Summer Nights, starts on July 19. Participants can place their bids by visiting SCWF.givesmart.com. Bidding concludes on July 21 at 8 p.m. This year’s auction boasts an impressive array of items, including hunting and fishing trips, exclusive vacationContinue Reading

Grab your rod and reel, cane pole, or fly rod and a bag to pick up litter—it’s time to go Plishing! The South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF) invites everyone to join their Plishing Challenge again this summer. Plishing, a blend of the Swedish phrase “plocka upp,” meaning litter pick up,Continue Reading

Richland County Stands Against Child Abuse On June 29, residents and Richland County employees came together to take a stand against child abuse by participating in the Super Hero 5K and Family Fun Day at Saluda Shoals. The race drew more than 100 runners, with attendees donning their best superheroContinue Reading

Casey Pash, president of Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina, has been selected as a finalist for the prestigious Junior Achievement USA (JA) Charles R. Hook Award. This award is presented annually to a JA Area president who demonstrates exceptional achievements in fostering the growth and development of Junior Achievement.Continue Reading

By John Griggs On June 18th, I had an encounter with an AT&T In-Home Expert (IHX) that has left me with a bitter taste and a cautionary tale to share with my fellow community members. As my neighbors were getting AT&T fiber optic installed, an IHX Southeast States representative stoppedContinue Reading

By Thomas Grant Jr. It’s winning time at the “Fishbowl” in Lexington. With seven straight home victories, six during the second half of the Coastal Plain League season, the Lexington County Blowfish entered the All-Star Break in first place in the West Division. The turnaround from the 10-14 showing inContinue Reading

The Midlands Gang Task Force is thwarting violent gangs and gang-related criminal activity in central S.C. By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Gathered around a table in one of the Richland County Sheriff’s Department’s substations in a somewhat isolated stretch of north Columbia, S.C., Lieutenant Stephen Dauway, Corporal David Castro, andContinue Reading

Auditions, July 20th for 6 main characters for paid performances in a new series of 3 productions. Kate Brighton; Artistic Director of Absolute Theatre Company has partnered with “Bill’s Pickin Parlor & Event Center” to create three dinner theater experiences. Each production is based on the theme of an “Ol’Continue Reading