The Bored Teachers Comedy Tour, known for bringing much-needed laughs to educators, is returning with a brand-new show titled “The Struggle is Real!” The tour will stop in Columbia, SC, on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at the Koger Center for the Arts, offering a night of humor that resonates withContinue Reading
By Dr. Cindye Richburg Cotton Executive Director Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment Center We have reached another Thanksgiving. It is traditionally the time to give thanks for all the great things that have transpired in our lives during the year and in some cases even longer. At the Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment Center (BLEC), weContinue Reading
A teen went from homeless to serving as a Marine. Here’s how a Lexington County deputy set him up for success LEXINGTON, S.C. – A life-changing opportunity for a homeless teen in South Carolina started with a shoplifting call to the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department. Deputy John SandersContinue Reading
West Columbia, SC — In a stunning victory, Russell Ott has claimed the seat for South Carolina’s Senate District 26, marking a new chapter in the district’s political landscape. The district, which includes parts of Calhoun, Lexington, and Richland Counties, was previously held by longtime Senator Nikki Setzler, who retiredContinue Reading
The Republican Party had a strong showing in South Carolina’s recent election, particularly in the state Senate, where they flipped four seats and came close to securing a supermajority. Despite some races heading to automatic recounts due to tight margins, Republicans are optimistic about their gains. Senate Majority Leader ShaneContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. As golfers, coaches, and spectators encircled the 18th green of the Columbia Country Club on Oct. 30, River Bluff senior standout Caitlyn Gaines sank her par putt. It sealed a first-ever second-place finish for the Lady Gators in the S.C. High School League Division I final. Piece of cake,Continue Reading
The Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) Visitors Center invites everyone to their annual Holiday Open House & Gift Shop Sale on Thursday, November 14, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 2184 North Lake Drive, near the Lake Murray Dam. Celebrate the season with a unique selection of LakeContinue Reading
Sharing God’s Love, an Irmo-based ministry, will celebrate 40 years of service with an open house on Sunday, November 10, from 3 to 5 p.m. at its headquarters, 147 Friarsgate Blvd. Since 1984, this community agency has been a refuge for those in need, providing food, clothing, and financial assistanceContinue Reading
The critically acclaimed duo The War and Treaty—husband and wife Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter—will perform a one-night-only concert on November 1 at Harbison Theatre, bringing their soulful blend of roots rock, Americana, and country to South Carolina. Known for their powerful performances, The War and Treaty have earnedContinue Reading
The South Carolina State Museum is returning its highly popular planetarium show, Áróra, beginning November 2. This immersive experience, produced in Iceland, invites visitors to explore the mesmerizing colors of the aurora borealis in stunning 4K resolution, alongside breathtaking Icelandic landscapes and cosmic vistas. With over 10,000 tickets sold duringContinue Reading
The Columbia Airport Expressway now bears the name of Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02), honoring his long-standing commitment to South Carolina. Officials and community members gathered at Columbia Metropolitan Airport for the dedication ceremony, where South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, Secretary of Transportation Justin Powell, U.S. Congressman Ralph Norman, andContinue Reading