A fire broke out at Pine Island park, prompting a response from Irmo Fire District, along with crews from Lexington and Columbia-Richland, around 11:30 am on April 15. The fire occurred at the park manager’s residence, resulting in the destruction of the home’s garage, which served as storage for bothContinue Reading
Peak Drift Brewing Company and Columbia Craft Brewing Company, both based in Columbia, have merged to form a new parent company called Craft Brew Inc. This joint venture aims to create a holding company for regional breweries, offering resources for scaling up production, in-house can printing, and leveraging economies ofContinue Reading
July 22, 1947 – April 9, 2024 Freddie Wilson McCurdy, 76, of Lexington passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2024. He was born in Columbia, on July 22, 1947 to the late Annie Mae Prosser and Manny “Mac” McCurdy. Fred worked in emergency services as an EMT/Paramedic and retired as aContinue Reading
Lorna Shay Elders, a former Lexington County deputy, surrendered herself at the Lexington County Detention Center on Monday, where she was arrested by State Law Enforcement Division agents on three charges. According to detention center records, Elders, 37, faces charges of first-degree harassment, misconduct in office, and the disclosure ofContinue Reading
Jason Guerry, a dedicated leader with a strong commitment to family, community, and faith, is running for the new Senate District 26 in South Carolina. With 30 years of experience in both family and business, Jason brings a deep understanding of the needs of the community and a vision forContinue Reading
Putnam’s Harbor Marina is Open for Business! Putnam’s Harbor Marina is gearing up for the grand opening of its newly renovated, state-of-the-art facility on Thursday, April 25, 2024. Nestled along the picturesque shores of Lake Murray, Putnam’s Harbor Marina is poised to elevate the boating experience for both locals andContinue Reading
Arts Capacity and the South Carolina Philharmonic have joined forces in an unprecedented partnership to launch an interactive prison concert program in South Carolina correctional facilities. This collaboration represents a significant advancement in using music as a tool for inspiration, healing, and rehabilitation within the prison system. The innovative program,Continue Reading
The Southeastern BBQ Showdown, hosted by Capital City/Lake Murray Country, is gearing up to be a sizzling celebration of all things BBQ, and they’ve just announced an exciting addition to their judging panel. Chef Brian Duffy, known for his appearances on popular TV shows like Bar Rescue and the FoodContinue Reading
Dozens of students from Lexington-Richland School District Five showcased their talent and dedication at this year’s University of South Carolina (USC) Regional Science & Engineering Fair held on March 19, bringing home numerous awards. Nickie Powell, the School District Five Coordinator of Science and Health, expressed her pride in theContinue Reading
The Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees made a significant decision during their April 16, 2024 meeting by extending contracts to Mr. Keith Price as the superintendent-elect/superintendent of Lexington County School District One. Board Chair Anne Marie Green expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “We are delighted to announce Mr.Continue Reading
Absolute Theatre Company presents Columbia’s premiere of “The Betty & Beau Wedding Show,” a 1933 madcap comedy wedding show featuring 1920-30’s music by “The Toasters,” Ed McCravy and Kevin Borgstedts, at St. Michael’s Lutheran Church. This historic venue, built in 1921 for the congregation celebrating its 200th anniversary, sets theContinue Reading