COLUMBIA — Richland County is inviting residents and businesses to take part in shaping the county’s future as it moves into the third phase of updating its Comprehensive Plan for 2025, called Reimagine Richland. The plan will serve as a long-term guide for development policies and community investment. The countyContinue Reading
COLUMBIA — The City of Columbia has officially joined the growing list of communities across the nation dedicated to supporting pollinator health by becoming an affiliate of Bee City USA. Bee City USA, an initiative of the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation, provides a framework for communities to conserve nativeContinue Reading
CHAPIN — Woodman Life Park will host a free Craft Show and Farmers Market on Saturday, September 13, from 9 a.m. to noon, rain or shine. If weather becomes an issue, the event will move inside the lodge. Guests can sip coffee while browsing local vendors and enjoying the lakefrontContinue Reading
COLUMBIA — Beginning September 14, Riverbanks Zoo and Garden will welcome guests to experience Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® Made with LEGO® Bricks, an award-winning, record-breaking exhibition that has captivated audiences in nearly 100 cities worldwide. The larger-than-life sculptures, built from millions of LEGO® pieces, showcase themes of conservation, endangered species,Continue Reading
Families are invited to enjoy food, music, and fellowship at the Ballentine Community Picnic on Sunday, September 14, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Woodmen of the World Lodge, located at 2000 Johnson Marina Road in Chapin. The free event will feature a barbecue meal catered by Tim’s Catering,Continue Reading
By Robin All Over the past few weeks, we’ve focused on putting mechanics. Today, let’s take those same principles and apply them to one of golf’s most reliable short-game shots—the chip and run. This shot can be played with a 6- or 7-iron, or even a lofted fairway wood orContinue Reading
One of the Midlands’ most anticipated events is back on the calendar. Dining on the Dam, presented by Palmetto Renovations, will return Sunday, September 21, after its original spring date was postponed due to inclement weather. The Lexington Chamber of Commerce expects more than 1,000 guests to gather for theContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The number of Lake Murray unbeatens is now down to four. Newberry, Swansea, Pelion and Saluda all sport perfect records entering Week 3 of the regular season. Friday night is an All-Lake Murray matchup between the Bulldogs (3-0) and Chapin (0-3). Newberry is led byContinue Reading
By Lisa Hostetler Brown, Managing Attorney, LawyerLisa Expert Answer: A Financial Power of Attorney (FPOA) is one of the most important documents you can put in place to protect yourself and your loved ones. It allows you to appoint someone you trust—called your “agent”—to handle your financial and legal matters if you areContinue Reading
We’ve talked before about finding the balance point—or “sweet spot”—of the putter, and how keeping the wrists quiet under pressure helps your nerves and consistency. We’ve also reminded you that “never up, never in” is as true as it gets—putts left short never drop. Today’s focus is on one ofContinue Reading
The University of South Carolina has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2025, highlighting its commitment to supporting more than 10,000 faculty and staff across the USC system. “Our university is able to fulfill its educational mission only through the dedicated contributions of our excellentContinue Reading