This holiday season, Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College invites audiences to celebrate with a festive lineup of performances, ranging from holiday theatre specials to swingin’ big band jazz and enchanting seasonal dance. The Best Christmas Pageant Ever — Family MusicalPresented by Columbia Children’s TheatreDecember 6 at 2 p.m. andContinue Reading
Photo: My grandmother and mother’s cornbread mold with an ear of Bradford heirloom corn. By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net Born of fire, master of fire, and survivor of fire, my vintage cast iron cornbread mold fed many a soul. Best I figure it came to be in the 1930s.Continue Reading
District Five has named Chad Raynor as the interim principal of Piney Woods Elementary School. He succeeds Cassy (Paschal) Young, who has been appointed the district’s new coordinator of support staff. “I am honored and humbled to serve as the interim principal at Piney Woods Elementary School,” Raynor said. “IContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C., November 12, 2025 — Leeza’s Care Connection (LCC) proudly announces that renowned gerontologist and community advocate Dr. Macie P. Smith has been selected to receive the organization’s highest honor, The North Star Award, at its annual Illuminate Gala on November 20, 2025. Held each year, Illuminate shines aContinue Reading
Columbia, S.C. (October 14, 2025) – Attention 3rd, 4th and 5th grade teachers! South Carolina State Treasurer Curtis Loftis is inviting teachers across the Palmetto State to take part in a fun and educational activity designed to spark student creativity and promote lifelong financial literacy skills. Sponsored by the FutureContinue Reading
The week before Thanksgiving is reserved for the annual recognition of American Education Week. This is a time to pause and recognize the teachers, students, staff, and administrators in our local schools. We highlight the contributions of our educators who empower the next generation and pursue the pledge of libertyContinue Reading
LEXINGTON, S.C. – A Sandhills Middle School cafeteria employee has been charged after allegedly bringing a loaded firearm onto school grounds. Andrea Brooks, 43, faces a charge of carrying a weapon on school property, according to the arrest warrant. “The school resource officer was notified after a district employee toldContinue Reading
Moore Bradley Myers (MBM) has announced that attorney William “Bill” Fortino has been named the firm’s new Managing Partner, effective January 1. Fortino, a respected leader within the firm and an award-winning Family Law attorney, will guide MBM’s strategic initiatives, oversee operational priorities, and continue the firm’s longstanding commitment toContinue Reading
By Robin All The photo demonstrates a fully extended right arm at about eye level. At this point in the swing, both the arm and the club are aimed toward the intended target. Rather than overthinking swing mechanics—backswing fundamentals, transition techniques, or how to start the downswing—try focusing on simplyContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The Lake Murray area will be well represented in the S.C. Basketball Coaches Association’s preseason rankings, with girls teams from Lexington, Batesburg-Leesville and Saluda all earning spots in their respective classifications. Lexington opens the year ranked seventh in Class 5A Division I. The Lady Wildcats joinContinue Reading
Photo by Lexington High School By Thomas Grant, Jr. The Lexington boys cross-country team turned in a strong performance Saturday, finishing second at the Class 5A Division I state final. The Wildcats were led by Josh Voegele, who placed third overall, while teammate Easton Henderson earned All-State honors with anContinue Reading