By Eileen Renders Many of us have lived long enough to see such changes as refrigerators replacing Ice Boxes, Wringer washing machines have been replaced with automatic laundry machines, and cell phones replacing landlines. Food additives and food preservatives extend a processed food’s shelf life, and more. Today, health-conscious individualsContinue Reading
By Dee Griffin Spring signals renewal—gardens, hikes, lighter clothes. But for the roughly 40 percent of Americans carrying extra weight, it’s also a reminder of a heavier burden. Obesity isn’t just about size; it’s a medical domino effect hitting health, wallets, and daily life. Here are the top 10 problemsContinue Reading
New York Life Insurance Company, has announced Roger Johansson, LUTCF, CLTC, is celebrating a milestone of 20 years of dedicated service in the life insurance and financial industry. Since joining New York Life Insurance Company in 2005, Johansson has been instrumental in providing financial guidance to clients, helping them navigateContinue Reading
LEXINGTON-RICHLAND – April 10, 2025 — Academic excellence is shining bright in Lexington-Richland School District Five as dozens of high-achieving students were recently recognized for scoring among the highest in the district on national college readiness exams including the PSAT, SAT, and ACT. Students from Chapin, Dutch Fork, Irmo, andContinue Reading
As the South Carolina Philharmonic (SC Phil) marks its 60th season, it’s more than just a milestone—it’s a moment of reflection on an era of unprecedented growth, impact, and outreach. In just four years, the SC Phil has doubled its budget, expanded its educational and community programs, and reached moreContinue Reading
Midlands Family Chiropractic received the ‘Outstanding Elementary School Business Partner’ award from Harbison West Elementary School during the District Five Community Breakfast held recently. This is the second time that Dr. Matt Boyeson and Dr. Amanda Boyeson have won this award. Midlands Family Chiropractic was selected because of their involvementContinue Reading
BALLENTINE, S.C. – A group of local businesses in Ballentine Village is teaming up this April to help those in need with a month-long community food drive. EXIT Palmetto Realty is leading the effort, encouraging residents to donate non-perishable food items throughout the month of April. Donations can be droppedContinue Reading
By Sarah Ostergaard “I never learned this in school.” “Why don’t they teach this in school?” “I wish they taught this in school.” They do. April is Financial Literacy Month and we recognize the efforts of educators across the state to teach financial literacy / personal finance across the K-12 standards. Continue Reading
IRMO, S.C. – This spring break, students in the Midlands will have the chance to think beyond the classroom and into the future thanks to the return of the SC Career Kids Spring Break Career Camp, hosted April 14–17, 2025, at Seven Oaks Park. Running daily from 1:00 to 3:30Continue Reading
IRMO, S.C. – Irmo High School senior Donovan Murph has been named a Top 10 Semi-Finalist for the 2025 Bridge Builder Excellence Award, presented by the Spinx Corporation. The prestigious honor recognizes South Carolina high school football players who demonstrate excellence not only on the field, but in the classroomContinue Reading
With just five weeks remaining in this year’s legislative session, we’re not slowing down. This week, we continued delivering on our House Republican Caucus’s Pillars for Progress—supporting legislation that defends merit-based opportunity, expands career-ready education, and protects children and families from emerging threats. These aren’t just bills—they are promises keptContinue Reading