By Ashley Craig, Navy Office of Community Outreach San Diego, CA – Petty Officer 1st Class Mercedes Finley, a native of Batesburg-Leesville, South Carolina, is currently serving in the U.S. Navy assigned to Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Pacific. Finley, a graduate of Strom Thurmond High School in 2009, hasContinue Reading
The Lexington County Museum is set to host its free Murders and Mysteries walking tour of downtown Lexington this Friday, March 1, starting at 8 pm. The tour provides an opportunity for participants to delve into the history of the town, exploring stories of murders, trials, and other crimes thatContinue Reading
The Contemporaries of the Columbia Museum of Art (CMA) will host “Neon Dreams: A Pop Art Affair,” a fundraising event on March 2 from 7 to 11 pm. Presented by Certified SC, the event aims to celebrate artistic expression, community engagement, and philanthropy, supporting the CMA’s mission to enrich theContinue Reading
Dean Widener, a dedicated Air Force veteran and former State Command Chief for the South Carolina Air National Guard, has officially declared his candidacy for the South Carolina House of Representatives, District 85. In challenging incumbent Jay Kilmartin for the seat, Widener aims to leverage his commitment to service inContinue Reading
The City of Cayce is excited to announce the return of the Soiree on State, scheduled for its new date on Saturday, March 23, 2024. In collaboration with the Avenues Neighborhood Association, the city has combined the Cayce Festival of the Arts with Soiree on State to create an enhancedContinue Reading
Wingard’s Market is delighted to announce a special collaboration with Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, bringing renowned author and expert Doug Tallamy for an exclusive presentation. Titled “A Chickadee’s Guide to Gardening,” the event on May 16 promises valuable insights into the significance of native plants and choosing the right onesContinue Reading
The 2024 Yamaha Rightwaters Bassmaster Kayak Series, scored by TourneyX, is gearing up for its 5th season at Lake Murray on February 24-25, 2024. Breaking records, the tournament has seen a registration surge, with over 230 participants signing up, making it the most significant number in a regular season tournament.Continue Reading
Attorney, retired military officer recognized by Briggs family, other civil rights leaders By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Dr. Tom Mullikin, a Camden-based attorney and retired two-star commander of the S.C. State Guard who today chairs the state’s floodwater commission, was singularly honored by the Briggs family (the case of BriggsContinue Reading
Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley made a stop at Irmo Town Park on Saturday, February 17, as part of her ‘Beast of the Southeast’ bus tour. The former United Nations Ambassador and South Carolina governor aimed to garner more voter attention as she campaigns in the South. During her visit,Continue Reading
Spring start date instead of Summer and a three-day resiliency conference in May W. Thomas Smith Jr. PLANS FOR THIS YEAR’S SOUTH CAROLINA 7 (SC7) expedition are in full swing with an advanced kickoff date (Spring launch instead of Summer), new tracks being mapped out for new destination stops, aContinue Reading
Richland County, in collaboration with the American Heart Association (AHA) and Wholespire Richland County, is organizing the second Go Red for Women Lunch & Learn event. This initiative, inspired by the AHA’s Go Red for Women campaign, aims to raise awareness about heart health among women. The event is scheduledContinue Reading