A Lexington-Richland School District Five educator has received the National Education Association (NEA) Foundation’s Award for Teaching Excellence. Peter Lauzon is a member of the South Carolina Education Association (SCEA) and was nominated for the award based on his leadership and excellence in education. He has been a STEM educatorContinue Reading
This holiday season, guests are invited to explore the beauty of the Northern Lights in a brand-new planetarium experience; see returning holiday favorite, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 4-D, in the State Museum’s 4D theater; and enjoy special events and shopping opportunities. Áróra is an immersive cinematic journey that takes guestsContinue Reading
Leezas Care Connection proved once again that they know how to party with a purpose. Our annual Dare2Care gala was held at the USC Alumni Center and was filled with inspiration and gratitude. This year’s Dare2Lead honoree was Senator Katrina Shealy who was recognized for her personal journey as anContinue Reading
Parade Registration Ends Monday @ Noon Lake Murray Country’s Christmas Light Boat Parade, returns on Saturday, December 2. Don’t miss this FREE family waterfront event that will get everyone in the holiday spirit. Interested in participating in the Boat Parade? Call the Lake Murray Country Visitors Center at 803-781-5940, go online, orContinue Reading
River Bluff High School is gearing up for a festive celebration on December 12th and 13th, from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm, as it hosts the 11th annual Ella’s Stuff A Stocking. This beloved tradition, which aims to bring holiday happiness to children in need, has become a cornerstone eventContinue Reading
Corrina Hooker Thomas of KW Columbia Your Key To Sold.com spearheaded the annual Blessing Baskets movement founded by her company. While partnering with the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce an awesome 106 baskets full of holiday food were gathered this year. “Many hands make light work,” said Corrina. “Now moreContinue Reading
Community Invited to Join Seventh Annual Bountiful Harvest Event Free Holiday Food Box Give-Away Plus Community Resource Fair and Free Meal Serve and Connect and the Lexington Police Department invite you to the seventh annual Bountiful Harvest that will be held on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. toContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Three teams in three games in Lexington County with a chance at a state championship berth. Those are the stakes for White Knoll, Brookland-Cayce, Gray Collegiate and White Knoll this Friday. The winners earn a trip to Orangeburg to play for a championship at Oliver C.Continue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Last season saw Gray Collegiate Academy sweep the Class 2A state titles for boys and girls basketball. The start of the new season finds both teams ranked atop the preseason S.C. Basketball Coaches Association Class 2A rankings. On Wednesday, a press conference was held at Brookland-CayceContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. High school basketball season is back. This weekend will see the first of three preseason tournaments taking place in Lexington County. It starts with the inaugural Preview Jamboree Saturday at the new Gray Collegiate Academy gymnasium. Ten games, including two girls varsity contests, will take place.Continue Reading
Crooked Creek Art League’s regular meeting on November 20 will feature How to Photograph Your Artwork with presenter Rick Rhodes. Guests are welcome to attend. The meeting at Crooked Creek Park will begin with refreshments at 5:30 pm followed by the business session and presentation at 6 pm. Rhodes isContinue Reading