The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is hosting a free Alzheimer’s & Caregiving Educational Conference on February 21, from 10 am to 1 pm at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbia Greystone (200 Stoneridge Drive, Columbia). The event marks the beginning of AFA’s 2024 national Educating America Tour. Open toContinue Reading
Richland County employees proudly participated in National Wear Red Day on February 2, as part of the American Heart Association’s (AHA) initiative to raise awareness about heart disease in women. The County’s commitment to promoting heart health for women will continue with various upcoming events: Move More Challenge: Later thisContinue Reading
Quinton Epps, the Richland County Conservation Division manager, received recognition for his dedicated service of 10 years to the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (RSWCD) during the recent S.C. Conservation Partnership Conference in Myrtle Beach. Lynn Pilewski, immediate past president of the S.C. Conservation District Employees Association, presented theContinue Reading
Early voting for the Republican Presidential Primary is in full swing, offering voters the opportunity to cast their ballots ahead of the official election day. The early voting period began on Monday, February 12, and will continue until Thursday, February 22. Residents in Lexington County can participate in early votingContinue Reading
The highly anticipated sixth-annual Cottontown Art Crawl is set to take place on March 9 from 10 am to 4 pm in the historic downtown Columbia neighborhood. The event promises a vibrant showcase of local and regional artists, bringing creativity and entertainment to porches, streets, and lawns. Key details aboutContinue Reading
Irmo, SC – Cleo Floyd-Johnstone, a compassionate 9th-grade student at Dutch Fork High School, took the initiative to organize a cancer fundraiser for the non-profit organization “In the Middle.” In the Middle is dedicated to raising funds for breast cancer, providing support to individuals who fall in the middle-income bracketContinue Reading
By Al Dozier The gunfight at the Statehouse is about done. On February 1 The S.C. Senate passed a controversial bill that would allow any adult without a felony background to carry a concealed handgun in public without a permit. Often referred to as the “constitutional carry” bill, the legislationContinue Reading
The South Carolina State Museum announces the return of its engaging and educational camps for children aged 6-12 in 2024. Sponsored by Aflac, the spring break and summer camps offer a diverse range of activities, ensuring an enriching experience for young minds. Spring Break Camps (April 1-5): Running from 8:30Continue Reading
The 10th Anniversary of Tasting Notes, presented by the South Carolina Philharmonic, is set to take place on Monday, March 25, 2024, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM at the SC State Museum in Columbia. Tasting Notes is the orchestra’s signature fundraising event, featuring a delightful combination of wine, food,Continue Reading
Before the era of sound in movies, theater organists were the unsung heroes who accompanied films with their improvisational skills. The Greater Columbia Chapter of the American Guild of Organists (AGO) invites you to step back in time and experience Buster Keaton’s 1928 silent film comedy classic, “Steamboat Bill, Jr.,”Continue Reading
For almost a decade, the Lexington County Blowfish and Old Mill Brewpub have collaboratively hosted the Lexington County Chili Cookout, an event designed to delight chili enthusiasts while supporting charitable causes. The Lexington County Chili Cookout invites attendees to sample a variety of chili recipes presented by over 25 cookContinue Reading