DREHER ISLAND — The Midlands Striper Club held its annual Lake Murray Youth Tournament on July 19, drawing young anglers from across the Midlands for a fun and competitive day on the water. Sixteen kids participated in this family-friendly event, weighing in a total of 30 striped bass for aContinue Reading
Event will precede the annual NNO nationwide event to be held next month By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) is inviting broad public participation to the first-ever NATIONAL NIGHT OUT kick-off, a multi-activities weekend event connecting-with, bringing together and celebrating the various communities across RichlandContinue Reading
LEXINGTON, S.C. – A North Carolina man is in custody following an investigation by Lexington County narcotics agents that led to multiple fentanyl trafficking charges. Brandon Ulysses Pinkard, 41, was arrested last month and faces three counts of trafficking fentanyl in connection with controlled drug purchases conducted earlier this year,Continue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. With two weeks remaining, the Lexington County Blowfish finds itself in a close race for first place in the Coastal Plain League West Division. The Blowfish began a two-day, 3-game stretch Tuesday at home against front-runner Forest City. A doubleheader is scheduled the next day atContinue Reading
By Robin All, PGA Life Member When’s the last time you practiced a bunker shot—or tried that high, soft flop over the trap to a tight pin? Maybe never. But somehow, we still expect to post a low score! Let’s face it: bunkers are designed to penalize you for missingContinue Reading
A familiar face at Lake World is making waves — 13-year-old John McKissick Call recently landed a massive striped bass from the Saluda River, right behind the Saluda River Club. Standing just 4 feet 10 inches tall himself, John’s impressive catch was nearly his own height. The young angler, whoContinue Reading
By Jennifer Tardy, Certified Holistic Nutritionist & Integrative Health Coach With so much conflicting health information out there, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But wellness doesn’t have to be complicated—it should feel empowering. Each season offers us simple ways to support the body naturally. Here’s what’s new in the worldContinue Reading
IRMO – The SkillsUSA chapter at the Center for Advanced Technical Studies continues to shine on the national stage. Students from the Center recently returned from the 2025 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference in Atlanta, Georgia with top honors, including three national medals and 14 top-10 finishes. The annualContinue Reading
IRMO – Joseph Chapman, law enforcement instructor at the Center for Advanced Technical Studies and lead advisor for the school’s SkillsUSA chapter, has received a top national award for his dedication to career and technical education. Chapman was named Outstanding Career and Technical Educator during the 2025 SkillsUSA National LeadershipContinue Reading
Richland County Council has officially adopted its budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. During a meeting held June 17, Council approved the $1,457,108,024 spending plan after a third and final reading. The new budget took effect on July 1. This year’s total budget reflects a $16.3 million increase from last year.Continue Reading
Richland County’s Fire Marshal’s Office has earned the title of a Fire Safe South Carolina Community, a designation that recognizes its strong commitment to public safety and fire prevention. The honor comes from the Fire Safe South Carolina program, a statewide initiative focused on reducing fire-related injuries and promoting fireContinue Reading