LEXINGTON, S.C. – The Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South Carolina Department of Children’s Advocacy, has announced the swearing-in of new volunteer Guardian ad Litem (GAL) advocates in Lexington County. During a ceremony held March 13 at the Lexington County Family Court, Trenay Dukes,Continue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Orchid Society will host its 2026 South Carolina Orchid Society Show and Sale April 10–12 at the Garden Council of Greater Columbia Building, located at 1605 Park Circle in downtown Columbia near the University of South Carolina. The annual show will feature thousands ofContinue Reading
By Jennifer Tardy There are a few patterns I’ve been seeing repeatedly with new clients lately. If any of these sound familiar, you’re not alone. 1) Why Everyone’s Constipated Many people assume fiber is the issue—but most of the time, it’s not. What I see more often: Not enough waterContinue Reading
South Carolina State Senator Russell Ott (D-Calhoun) announced plans to file legislation that would temporarily suspend the state’s gas tax for 30 days. “South Carolina families and businesses are struggling with gas prices that have increased nearly a dollar per gallon in just three weeks during the ongoing war inContinue Reading
Cornerstone Church will host Founded as a Christian Nation? Reflections on America 250 – An Evening with Thomas S. Kidd April 12 from 6:30 – 9 pm. Kidd (BA and MA Clemson University; PhD University of Notre Dame) is Research Professor of Church History and John and Sharon Yeats EndowedContinue Reading
By Robin All “If you think you can, or you think you can’t — you’re right.” A positive mindset is essential in golf. You need to visualize the result you want, not the one you’re trying to avoid. The last thought you have before a swing is often what yourContinue Reading
Chronicling my early years of wind sprints and distance running By W. Thomas Smith Jr. I often write about THE IMPORTANCE OF STRENGTH TRAINING: I’m not a competitive powerlifter, but I do regularly work out. I have for years. And my doctors tell me that my years of strengthContinue Reading
PROSPERITY — An Easter Sunrise Service will be held Sunday morning, April 5, at Macedonia Lutheran Church, offering a scenic lakeside celebration of Easter. The outdoor service begins at 6:45 a.m. on Lake Murray near Dreher Island. Attendees are invited to arrive either by car or by boat to takeContinue Reading
COLUMBIA — The City of Columbia’s Solid Waste Division will host its annual Free Compost Giveaway this Saturday, April 4, offering residents a chance to pick up nutrient-rich compost for gardening and landscaping. The event will take place from 8 a.m. to noon at Columbia Animal Services Facility, with theContinue Reading
IRMO — The annual Sharpvue Irmo International Festival will return to Moore Park on Sunday, April 26, bringing a full day of music, food, art and cultural celebration to the heart of the community. Hosted in partnership with the Town of Irmo and sponsored by Sharpvue, the festival highlights theContinue Reading
Photo from lexingtonhswildcats.com By Thomas Grant Jr. A region showdown between archrivals took place Tuesday in Lexington. The perennial Region 4-5A champion Lady Wildcats played host to upstart River Bluff. Both teams entered the contest with 4-0 records in the region. Lexington has won the last eight meetings in the seriesContinue Reading