South Carolina State Senator Russell Ott (D-Calhoun) announced plans to file legislation that would temporarily suspend the state’s gas tax for 30 days. “South Carolina families and businesses are struggling with gas prices that have increased nearly a dollar per gallon in just three weeks during the ongoing war inContinue Reading
Cornerstone Church will host Founded as a Christian Nation? Reflections on America 250 – An Evening with Thomas S. Kidd April 12 from 6:30 – 9 pm. Kidd (BA and MA Clemson University; PhD University of Notre Dame) is Research Professor of Church History and John and Sharon Yeats EndowedContinue Reading
By Robin All “If you think you can, or you think you can’t — you’re right.” A positive mindset is essential in golf. You need to visualize the result you want, not the one you’re trying to avoid. The last thought you have before a swing is often what yourContinue Reading
Chronicling my early years of wind sprints and distance running By W. Thomas Smith Jr. I often write about THE IMPORTANCE OF STRENGTH TRAINING: I’m not a competitive powerlifter, but I do regularly work out. I have for years. And my doctors tell me that my years of strengthContinue Reading
Three real incidents demonstrate how RCSD deputies made split-second decisions to save lives — moments the public rarely sees By W. Thomas Smith Jr. [EDITORIAL NOTE: A version of this story appeared in the April 3, 2026 edition of POLICE1.] In my near-10 years with the Richland County Sheriff’s DepartmentContinue Reading
LEXINGTON — The Lexington County Blowfish welcomed families and enthusiastic egg hunters of all ages to Lexington County Baseball Stadium last Saturday for a festive Easter Egg Hunt. Participants spread out across the field in search of colorful, decorated eggs, enjoying a fun-filled morning at the ballpark. The event alsoContinue Reading
Photo- Hiking at Congaree National Park | Credit: The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board COLUMBIA — From scenic shorelines to expansive park systems, the Capital City/Lake Murray Country region is highlighting its wide range of outdoor experiences for visitors of all ages. Anchored by Lake Murray—often referred toContinue Reading
PROSPERITY — An Easter Sunrise Service will be held Sunday morning, April 5, at Macedonia Lutheran Church, offering a scenic lakeside celebration of Easter. The outdoor service begins at 6:45 a.m. on Lake Murray near Dreher Island. Attendees are invited to arrive either by car or by boat to takeContinue Reading
COLUMBIA — The City of Columbia’s Solid Waste Division will host its annual Free Compost Giveaway this Saturday, April 4, offering residents a chance to pick up nutrient-rich compost for gardening and landscaping. The event will take place from 8 a.m. to noon at Columbia Animal Services Facility, with theContinue Reading
IRMO — The annual Sharpvue Irmo International Festival will return to Moore Park on Sunday, April 26, bringing a full day of music, food, art and cultural celebration to the heart of the community. Hosted in partnership with the Town of Irmo and sponsored by Sharpvue, the festival highlights theContinue Reading
Willis Bowers is the Quiet Hero Beneath the Surface By Tom Mullikin In South Carolina, drowning is not a rare tragedy. It is unfortunately a persistent, but preventable one. Each year, lives are lost in our rivers, lakes, and coastal waters, often in silence and often in communities where accessContinue Reading