By Al Dozier Pet owners in Lexington County will be required by law to have microchips injected into their dogs. That requirement is part of the new regulations approved by Lexington County Council designed to help better identify lost and missing pets that often wind up in animal shelters.Enforcement ofContinue Reading
LEXINGTON, S.C. — Forts Pond Elementary, Pelion Elementary, Pelion Middle and Pelion High in Lexington County School District One are participating in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for the 2024–25 school year. Section 104(a) of the Healthy, Hunger Free Kids Act of 2010 amended section 11(a)(1) of the Richard B.Continue Reading
How a 70-year-old Marine officer from Columbia, S.C. proves the Marine Corps still builds men By Thomas S. Mullikin, PhD America’s Marine Corps was established on November 10, 1775, when the Continental Congress ordered that two battalions of Marines be raised for combatant service aboard ship, as Naval landing forces,Continue Reading
The Columbia VA Healthcare System is inviting the community to a special Korean War Remembrance Ceremony on June 25. The event will take place at the Dorn VA Medical Center, located at 6439 Garners Ferry Road, starting at 11:00 AM. This occasion serves to honor the sacrifices and service ofContinue Reading
Columbia, SC — Mark your calendars for a delightful day of fun, food, and shopping at the Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) Visitor’s Center. Join us on Thursday, June 20, for a Summer Porch Party and Gift Shop Sale from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at our location, 2184 NorthContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – Get ready for an exciting weekend of food and fun at the Southeastern BBQ Showdown, set to take place on June 14-15 at Segra Park. This inaugural event promises a unique blend of culinary excellence and live entertainment, making it a must-attend for locals and visitors alike.Continue Reading
Largest Fireworks Show in South Carolina, Presented by Lexington Medical Center Columbia, SC – The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board is thrilled to announce the 36th Annual 4th of July Celebration on Lake Murray, presented by Lexington Medical Center. The event will take place on Saturday, June 29,Continue Reading
Columbia, SC – Renowned saxophonist and Columbia native Chris Potter will grace the stage at Harbison Theatre on June 15 at 7:30 PM. He will be performing with the SC Jazz Masterworks Ensemble for their season finale concert, promising an unforgettable evening of jazz. Chris Potter, who began his careerContinue Reading
Midlands, SC – Get ready to celebrate the second annual Black Eats Week 803 (BEW803) from June 17-23, as part of the Juneteenth festivities! This exciting event highlights our community’s incredible culinary heritage of Black-owned food businesses. Established in 2023, BEW803 shines a spotlight on Black entrepreneurs in the foodContinue Reading
Richland County deputies, Columbia Police officers, and Columbia firefighters compete for most blood donor votes in the annual drive By W. Thomas Smith Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – The Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD), the Columbia Police Department, and the Columbia Fire Department are partnering with the American Red Cross onceContinue Reading
Columbia, SC (June, 2024) – The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is inviting public input on the future of transportation in South Carolina through its multimodal transportation survey as part of the Momentum 2050 plan. This statewide initiative aims to shape the future of South Carolina’s transportation network. SCDOTContinue Reading