IRMO – The Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Bickley Station, the newest development by Great Southern Homes. Located on Palmetto Wood Parkway, Bickley Station features energy-efficient GreenSmart homes starting in the $320s. Each home offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and the option for aContinue Reading
By Lisa Hostetler Brown, LawyerLisa Ask the Expert: How Do I Plan When My Children and Stepchildren Don’t Get Along? Expert Answer: Blended families are more common than ever, and with them come unique challenges—especially when it comes to estate planning. While love may bring families together, differing expectations, loyaltyContinue Reading
AIKEN, SC – June 25, 2025 — LawyerLisa, LLC, a leading elder law and estate planning firm serving South Carolina, is proud to announce the opening of its newest location in Aiken, SC, and to welcome Attorney Karl Lutterloh to the team. The new Aiken office marks another exciting stepContinue Reading
By Tom Poland: A Southern WriterTomPoland.net My June 15 post, The Kerosene Lamp, received reader comments that deserve sharing. Who in this era of ultra-dark-defying lighting would take the time to comment on the old kerosene lamp? Well, several did. Their responses made me glad I chose such an obscureContinue Reading
LAKE MURRAY – A sudden lightning strike injured 20 people at the Lake Murray Public Park near the Dreher Shoals Dam around 5 p.m. on Monday, June 24. Emergency officials say the lightning bolt came from a random storm cloud on an otherwise sunny afternoon, striking the water and causingContinue Reading
CHARLESTON – Local students were among nearly 400 graduates honored during The Citadel Graduate College Class of 2025 commencement ceremony held on May 3. Students from across South Carolina and beyond gathered to receive their degrees from Gen. Glenn W. Walters, USMC (Ret.), Class of 1979 and President of TheContinue Reading
Mark A. Scheibler, age 50, has been sentenced to Life in prison following his conviction in Lexington County for Murder and Possession of a Weapon during commission of a Violent Crime. Judge Walton J. McLeod, IV imposed the sentence following a trial last week in Lexington County General Sessions Court.Continue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. After one season in Athens, Ga., Precious Bross is back home. Next season, the former Irmo High School All-State infielder will play in familiar surroundings. On Monday, Bross announced on social media that she was now a member of the University of South Carolina. In choosingContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. As the Lexington County Blowfish prepare to invite Fort Jackson soldiers to its stadium Saturday, it looks to rebound from two straight high-scoring losses. This past Saturday at Lexington County Baseball Stadium saw the Blowfish fall 16-6 in eight innings to High Point-Thomasville. The Hi-Toms brokeContinue Reading
SC Philharmonic to Light Up the Sky with Music and Fireworks COLUMBIA – A dazzling Independence Day celebration is set for Tuesday, July 2 as the South Carolina Philharmonic returns to Segra Park for its popular Fireworks with the Phil concert. This family-friendly event combines patriotic music, an extended fireworksContinue Reading
Former State Poet Laureate Marjory Wentworth to Headline Celebration of Poetry Across South Carolina COLUMBIA – The 2025 Soda City Poetry Festival returns to Richland Library Main on Friday and Saturday, June 27–28, promising two full days of free programming, poetic performances, and workshops for all ages. Now in itsContinue Reading