Literacy SC an adult literacy nonprofit, announces its 2025 board officers and invites community members to join its mission of teaching practical reading, writing, and math skills to adults. “Literacy SC focuses on learning foundational literary skills in a safe and supportive environment,” said newly appointed Board Chair Brittany SmithContinue Reading
Dance teams from Lexington-Richland School District Five made their mark at the South Carolina Dance Association (SCDA) State Championship, earning multiple state titles and top awards. The competition, held on February 22 at USC Aiken, showcased the incredible talent and dedication of student dancers from Chapin Middle, Chapin High, DutchContinue Reading
By Radley West In our busy, fast-paced lives, it’s easy to overlook the spaces we inhabit. But the truth is, our physical environment has a profound impact on our mental clarity and overall well-being. A cluttered, chaotic space can mirror a cluttered mind, while a clean, organized space creates roomContinue Reading
South Carolina drivers, relief is on the way! The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is kicking off its annual “Pothole Blitz”, a statewide effort to patch and repair potholes, making roads smoother and safer for everyone. Over the next several weeks, SCDOT maintenance crews will be hard at workContinue Reading
Get ready, Irmo—live music is coming your way! The Irmo Town Limits Spring Concert Series, presented by State Farm, will bring three exciting nights of music to the Prisma Health Amphitheater at Moore Park (7473 Church St.). The concert series kicks off on Friday, April 25, and continues for twoContinue Reading
By Eileen Renders Most of us over 60 have heard that old rhyme: “The thigh bone is connected to the leg bone, the leg bone is connected to the ankle bone, etc.” A similar analogy can be expressed whenever we voice concern over the ear, nose, or throat, as theyContinue Reading
By Sarah Ostergaard Like democracy, education is a participatory exercise and we all have essential roles to play in support of our local public school system. A well-functioning public education system requires that we communicate with our elected officials to educate them after making sure we are educated on theContinue Reading
South Carolina Connections Academy, a tuition-free online public school, has announced enrollment for the 2025-26 academic year is now open to students in grades K-11 across the state. Currently in its 16th year of operation, South Carolina Connections Academy offers an established, online education experience and serves about 6,000 studentsContinue Reading
District Five has announced its science fair winners. The event was held at Dutch Fork High School. The District Science and Engineering Fair took place February 8 at Dutch Fork High School. The District Elementary, Intermediate, Middle, and High School Science and Engineering Fair had 174 projects representing the fieldsContinue Reading
Richland County held its third-annual Go Red for Women Lunch & Learn at the Busby Community Center in Columbia. Attendees enjoyed lunch and heard from community speakers, including County Councilwoman Gretchen D. Barron and Kiwan Fitch, a personal development and career coach. Prisma Health administered free blood pressure screenings, andContinue Reading
February was Library Lovers’ Month, a time to celebrate libraries, the people who make them great, and their impact on our communities. This year, Lexington County Public Library (LCPL) marked the occasion by launching the Local History Digital Collections website: localhistory.lexcolibrary.com. The new resource brings history to life, offering aContinue Reading