The Koger Center for the Arts has announced the headliners for the first Levitt AMP Columbia Music Series, a lineup of free outdoor concerts sponsored in part by the Levitt Foundation. Concerts will be held on the Plaza Stage on the Koger Center’s front lawn from 5–7 p.m. In theContinue Reading
Pictured above are Michael Beam, Matt Gaskin and Elizabeth Bunn. Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union has announced three leadership appointments: Michael Beam as special advisor to the CEO, Elizabeth Bunn as chief financial officer and Matt Gaskin as chief operating officer. “These appointments reflect the depth of our leadership teamContinue Reading
Tyra Little (District 3) and Gretchen D. Cooper (District 7) joined residents, City of Columbia officials and staff March 6 for the City Manager’s Go Red Heart Walk. The annual event raises awareness of cardiovascular disease and highlights the importance of heart health. The morning of fellowship drew participation fromContinue Reading
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
Award is the namesake of 2021 National Sheriff of the Year Leon Lott By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The S.C. Black Belt Hall of Fame (SCBBHOF) presented Tarrant County (Texas) Sheriff Bill E. Waybourn with the prestigious LEON LOTT – FIRST THROUGH THE DOOR AWARD during an awards dinner heldContinue Reading
The Okra Strut Commission and the Lake Murray–Irmo Woman’s Club are again offering scholarships to seniors at Irmo and Dutch Fork high schools who plan to attend a post-secondary institution this fall. Scholarships will be awarded to one male and one female student from each school. Each scholarship is valuedContinue 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
Philharmonic Celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary The South Carolina Philharmonic will launch its celebration of America’s 250th anniversary with a special concert event, “The Dream of America,” on March 14. The performance blends orchestral music and theater, featuring masterworks, a world premiere and a staged symphony highlighting the immigrant experience. AtContinue Reading
The stage adaptation of The Screwtape Letters will be performed in Columbia at the Koger Center for the Arts on March 19 at 7:30 p.m. Based on the classic work by C. S. Lewis, the production explores spiritual warfare from a demon’s point of view. The show has played toContinue Reading
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Columbia VA Regional Office will host a Veteran Experience Action Center (VEAC) 1-on-1 Claims Clinic March 19–21 at the South Carolina National Guard Armory. During the three-day event, veterans, caregivers and family members will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with VA representatives andContinue Reading
Limitless Purpose will host its Annual Family Celebration on Saturday, March 21, from 1–5 p.m. at Camp Cole. The free, family-friendly event celebrates the abilities of every child and welcomes participants of all ages and abilities. The afternoon will begin with an accessible egg hunt, followed by camp activities andContinue Reading