The Irmo Okra Strut Festival returns this weekend, marking its 50th celebration over the past 52 years. The only breaks came during COVID-19 and last year’s Hurricane Helene storm damage. What began as a fundraiser by the Lake Murray-Irmo Woman’s Club to build a new library has grown into aContinue Reading
COLUMBIA & GREENVILLE – Prisma Health has launched the Sickle Cell Lifespan Center, a newly expanded program designed to provide comprehensive care for patients with sickle cell disease from childhood through adulthood. With dedicated clinics in Columbia and Greenville, the center expands access to advanced treatments, supported by a $2Continue Reading
Justin Hadden of Warrenville, South Carolina won the Boater Division, and Thomas Pennell, III of Boiling Springs, South Carolina won the Co-Angler Division. PROSPERITY, S.C. – September 7, 2025 – Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) is proud to announce the champions of the MLF Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) SuperContinue Reading
By Jennifer Tardy Each month, I share practical health insights, the latest research, and tools you can use to support your body at the root level—not just manage symptoms. Here’s what’s new this September: In the News: Nature May Ease Pain A new study in The Journal of Pain showsContinue Reading
By Eileen Renders What is Bradycardia? According to Harvard Health, Bradycardia is a heart rhythm disorder that can cause fatigue, dizziness, and fainting. It is described as a low heart rate. Julie Corliss, Executive Editor of Harvard Heart Letter, and the following information was reviewed by Christopher P. Cannon, EditorContinue Reading
By Radley West We all know the truth — you’re one minor inconvenience away from a full-on existential crisis. But does the world need to know that? Absolutely not. Fortunately, faking it is an art form, and with just a little effort (or at least the illusion of effort), youContinue Reading
By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net Sea View Inn’s fried chicken. As evening shadows fell, I made my way home through woods. Overpowering the peppery smell of autumn leaves, the chicken frying in mom’s cast iron skillet came to me. For the rest of my life no fragrance said homeContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. Both the Lexington High School boys’ and girls’ cross-country teams captured top honors at the Pelican’s Invitational, held Sept. 9 in Lexington. On the girls’ side, Kendra Miles led the Lady Wildcats with a first-place finish in the individual standings. For the boys, Josh Voegele crossedContinue Reading
Columbia Chamber to Honor Sharon Bryant at 122nd Annual Gala The Columbia Chamber will honor Sharon W. Bryant with the Ambassador of the Year Award at Uncorked, the Chamber’s 122nd Annual Gala, on October 2. The award, sponsored by Colonial Life, recognizes a community leader who exemplifies outstanding business ethicsContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The Kenton Caldwell show has Newberry football off to its best start in eight years. Led by the dual-threat junior quarterback, the Bulldogs have overwhelmed opponents in winning their first four games by a 193-48 margin. Caldwell has accounted for most of those points with hisContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. The Lexington girls golf team posted an 11-stroke victory at the Trojan Invitational held Sept. 11 at Lancaster Golf Club. The Lady Wildcats shot 323, followed by Chapin (339) and Blythewood. Seniors Taryn Smoak, who was playing just her second tournament this season, and Giavanna MartuscielloContinue Reading