After a 14-month hiatus, Mountain Top Marine is back and better than ever! Sean and Summer Deese, the proud owners of this boating establishment, have renovated and reopened their doors at the familiar Sunset Boulevard location. Since September 2008, the Deeses have been serving the Columbia boating community with top-notchContinue Reading
Columbia Public Works announces a fantastic opportunity for residents: a free compost giveaway event! Happening at the compost site located at 121 Humane Lane, this special event is scheduled for April 6th from 8 am to noon. Exclusive to residents, this giveaway offers a chance to acquire high-quality compost completelyContinue Reading
Get ready for a week filled with the enchanting sounds of music as Music in My Neighborhood, a new community program by the South Carolina Philharmonic, kicks off on April 8th. This exciting initiative brings a series of free ensemble performances, educational programs, and unique collaborations to different neighborhoods inContinue Reading
Congaree National Park has announced the eagerly awaited dates for the 2024 Synchronized Firefly Viewing Event. Scheduled to take place from May 16th to May 25th, this annual spectacle promises mesmerizing displays of synchronized fireflies illuminating the park’s natural landscape. To manage the event effectively, passes will be required forContinue Reading
Over the weekend, young angler Kaden, aged 9, hailing from Red Bank, accomplished a remarkable feat by landing a striper from the dock at the public boat ramp on the Irmo side of the dam. Kaden’s strategic use of herring purchased from Lake World played a crucial role in hisContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The South Carolina Diamond Invitational makes its return Wednesday at Blythewood HighSchool. This year’s field includes public and private schools from throughout the state. Among theparticipants is Lexington, which is the defending champion and has won two of the last threetournaments. Here is the scheduleContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Mark Piepoli took over a fledgling Lexington High School boy lacrosse program 12 years ago. He’s currently overseeing a team that just won the Region 4-5A title while surpassing 100 wins. The Wildcats and Piepoli reached that milestone on March 18 following a 10-9 win atContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Before going on Spring Break, both the Lexington and White softball teams participated in the Swampfox Invitational at Ashley Ridge High School. Lexington went 4-1 at the event, winning all three games in pool play last Friday. The Lady Wildcats opened with a 10-2 win overContinue Reading
Irmo Middle School 7th grader Luke Sevilla has proven himself a force to be reckoned with in the world of wrestling. On March 9th, Sevilla showcased his skill and determination at the South Carolina USA Wrestling Folkstyle State Championships held at Pelion High School. Competing in the 14 and underContinue Reading
Lexington County School District One proudly named Oak Grove Elementary’s Cheryl Bartolotti its District Teacher of the Year at the annual Teacher of the Year Celebration, honoring outstanding teachers who exemplify a commitment and dedication to educating students. Bartolotti, a first grade teacher at OGES, now goes on to competeContinue Reading
LawyerLisa, a leading elder law and estate planning firm serving clients across South Carolina, is proud to announce the promotion of Lane Cook to Partner. Cook’s dedication, expertise, and commitment to providing exceptional service have earned him this well-deserved recognition within the firm. Joining LawyerLisa in 2018, Lane Cook broughtContinue Reading