COLUMBIA, SC – The aroma of smoked meat and the sizzle of barbecues filled the air as the first-ever Southeastern BBQ Showdown (SEBBQSD) wrapped up its fiery competition at Segra Park. Drawing culinary talent from across the nation and as far as Japan, this event showcased some of the bestContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia Community Development has been honored with the prestigious John Sasso Award at the National Community Development Conference held in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This award recognizes the department’s outstanding efforts in promoting and celebrating the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program and the HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) ProgramContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia-Richland Fire Department (CRFD) recently hosted an open house at Fire Station 1, aimed at benefiting local teens living with sickle cell anemia. This free summertime gathering provided a wonderful opportunity for visitors to engage with local firefighters, explore artifacts at the station’s fire museum, andContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, SC – In a heartfelt endeavor to promote reading and strengthen family bonds, local nonprofit Turning Pages SC has launched an exciting new initiative, “The Family Pages.” This program, a result of a fresh partnership with The Lisa Libraries in New York, aims to distribute free books to theContinue Reading
Richland County to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Penny Sales Tax for Transportation Richland County, SC — Richland County Council is set to host a public hearing on July 9 to deliberate on a proposed Transportation Sales Tax referendum. If approved, the referendum would implement a 1% transportation sales andContinue Reading
Richland County, SC — Richland County Council approved the budget for fiscal year 2024-25 during its regular meeting on June 18. The budget, effective from July 1, was passed following three readings and a public hearing. Council Chair Jesica Mackey of District 9 emphasized the significant effort invested in theContinue Reading
IRMO, SC – The Lexington-Richland School District Five has announced that Dr. John McMillan will be taking over as the new Director of Adult Education, following the retirement of Paula Wright. The decision was made to further strengthen the district’s commitment to adult education and community engagement. Dr. McMillan, whoContinue Reading
IRMO, SC – The Lexington-Richland School District Five has announced the appointment of Heather Tucker as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Tucker’s selection for the position was confirmed during the school board meeting on June 24. “I am excited to be able to continue my service to the students,Continue Reading
Lexington, SC – With temperatures persistently hovering above 90 degrees, the Town of Lexington Police Department is stepping up to help residents stay cool through their Operation: Cool Down program. This initiative offers free box-style fans to those who need relief from the summer heat. Community Support Operation: Cool DownContinue Reading
Special to the Lake Murray News By Thomas Grant, Jr. June 15, 2024 – The Midlands Striper Club held the first of two summer tournaments at Clark’s Hill Lake, drawing 12 teams of enthusiastic anglers. The event was a remarkable success, yielding a total of 23 striped bass weighing inContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. During Fort Jackson Night this past Saturday, the Lexington County Blowfish with Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott presented a check of $3,660 to USO South Carolina in support of the non-profit organization’s efforts to assist troops by providing them morale, welfare and recreation-type services. Portions ofContinue Reading