By Radley West In our busy, fast-paced lives, it’s easy to overlook the spaces we inhabit. But the truth is, our physical environment has a profound impact on our mental clarity and overall well-being. A cluttered, chaotic space can mirror a cluttered mind, while a clean, organized space creates roomContinue Reading
South Carolina drivers, relief is on the way! The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is kicking off its annual “Pothole Blitz”, a statewide effort to patch and repair potholes, making roads smoother and safer for everyone. Over the next several weeks, SCDOT maintenance crews will be hard at workContinue Reading
By Eileen Renders Most of us over 60 have heard that old rhyme: “The thigh bone is connected to the leg bone, the leg bone is connected to the ankle bone, etc.” A similar analogy can be expressed whenever we voice concern over the ear, nose, or throat, as theyContinue Reading
By Sarah Ostergaard Like democracy, education is a participatory exercise and we all have essential roles to play in support of our local public school system. A well-functioning public education system requires that we communicate with our elected officials to educate them after making sure we are educated on theContinue Reading
Richland County held its third-annual Go Red for Women Lunch & Learn at the Busby Community Center in Columbia. Attendees enjoyed lunch and heard from community speakers, including County Councilwoman Gretchen D. Barron and Kiwan Fitch, a personal development and career coach. Prisma Health administered free blood pressure screenings, andContinue Reading
February was Library Lovers’ Month, a time to celebrate libraries, the people who make them great, and their impact on our communities. This year, Lexington County Public Library (LCPL) marked the occasion by launching the Local History Digital Collections website: localhistory.lexcolibrary.com. The new resource brings history to life, offering aContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. The Lexington softball team won its Varsity Blues Invitational tournament in dramatic fashion.After defeating Saluda 7-2 on Thursday and routed Airport 18-3 in three innings Saturday, theLady Wildcats faced Dorman in the Silver Division final. The Lady Cavaliers jumped out to a 3-0 lead through theContinue Reading
By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net Mom never darkened the door of a juke joint, but that didn’t stop her from rendering a harsh judgment. “The only people who go to juke joints are drunks and floozies.” I have a hunch where her belief came from. Early in her marriage,Continue Reading
Columbia, SC – Food lovers, mark your calendars! The highly anticipated Taste of Lake Murray is making its grand return to the DoubleTree by Hilton Columbia on March 27, 2025. Presented by Lexington Medical Center, this annual event promises an unforgettable evening filled with exceptional cuisine, live music, dancing, andContinue Reading
By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net Roads tell stories. I’ve come across the “Mule Kick That Killed Eight People” in Edgefield County. I’ve seen stores fall to arsonists along Highway 378. I’ve seen homes go dark and swallowed by vines, and I’ve seen wheelchair ramps go up as the yearsContinue Reading
For a limited time and while supplies last, Richland County Stormwater and Columbia Water are making 50-gallon Ivy rain barrels and 65-gallon backyard compost bins available at a discount. Rain barrels are $76, and compost bins are $67. Order your containers by March 12; pick them up March 22 atContinue Reading