The South Carolina State Museum has received its fourth Museums for America grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), securing $250,000 to further its digitization efforts. The grant will fund the photographing and 3-D scanning of 5,000 fossils from the museum’s extensive Natural History collection, which includesContinue Reading
The University of South Carolina’s Koger Center for the Arts marked its 35th anniversary with a festive celebration on Thursday. County Councilperson Allison Terracio (District 5) joined the festivities, which featured birthday cake, live music, a drawing for free tickets, and a behind-the-scenes tour of the iconic venue on GreeneContinue Reading
As many celebrated Labor Day with picnics, lakeside outings, and festivals, Isabella Waits had her own special celebration at Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge — welcoming a baby girl into the world. The joyful arrival marked a heartwarming addition to the holiday for the Waits family.Continue Reading
The Irmo High School Chamber Group took center stage during the South Carolina Department of Education’s Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on August 12. The talented students opened the event by singing the National Anthem, earning a round of applause from the audience. Among the attendees was Ellen Weaver, the State SuperintendentContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. Special to Midlands Striper Club On Aug. 17, the Midlands Striper Club held their montlhly tournament on Clark’s Hill / Thurmond Lake with 14 participating teams. A total of 17 striped bass were brought to the scales weighing a total of 157.54 lbs. with a 9.27-poundContinue Reading
Letter to Editor Six months ago I noticed water flowing from the ground at the intersection of Superior and S Holly streets. As a good citizen, I took time out to contact the Water department. After calling the City of Columbus water department and enduring never-ending automated messages to logContinue Reading
The Ballentine Community Center (BCC) is expanding its offerings this fall with both watercolor painting classes and ping pong sessions. For art enthusiasts, BCC will host six-week Beginner and Intermediate Watercolor Painting Classes. Classes will be held on Mondays, starting September 9 and continuing through October 14. The intermediate classContinue Reading
By Dr. Akil E. Ross, Sr. Dear District Five Families After the recent tragedy in Winder, Georgia, our nation mourns while grappling with solutions for targeted school violence. School officials carry the massive responsibility of ensuring thousands of students and staff are safe and secure. The Lexington Richland School DistrictContinue Reading
Irmo Police Chief Bobby Dale was honored with his third gold star this week, marking his three-year tenure as the town’s top law enforcement officer. In Irmo, each year served as Chief of Police is recognized with a gold star, and Dale’s latest milestone was celebrated by Irmo Mayor BillContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Week 1 of the S.C. High School League football season was a sweep for the Irmo teams. Both defending Class 5A champion Dutch Fork and Irmo were victorious in high-profile non-region matchups this past Friday. The Silver Foxes headed to Spartanburg for its season-opener. This wasContinue Reading
The Coldstream Community Association, originally established in the early 1980s by the Michael J. Mungo Company as a homeowners association for the Coldstream development, continues to be a vital part of the community after more than 40 years. Initially formed to preserve property values through adherence to Lexington County’s codeContinue Reading