Local philanthropist Charlotte Berry and Mike Ferguson of Dominion Energy have been named Co-Chairs of the SC Philharmonic Advisory Council for the 2020/2021 season.The South Carolina Philharmonic’s Advisory Council is a group comprised of more than 100 prominent individuals in our region who serve as a resource for the growthContinue Reading
Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, Congaree National Park is increasing access and services. The National Park Service (NPS) is working service-wide with federal, state, and local public health authorities to closely monitor the COVID-19 pandemicContinue Reading
The National Park Foundation (NPF) announced more than 20 inaugural grants through its Women in Parks initiative, a program commemorating the centennial of the 19th amendment (which prohibited states from denying citizens the right to vote on the basis of sex) and recognizing the many sacrifices and contributions to theContinue Reading
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Bullying, like all forms of physical, mental, and emotional abuse, is one of the myriad threats facing our children today with upwards of 20-percent to nearly half of all school-age children experiencing varying degrees of the abuse in the classroom and on the playground, andContinue Reading
The Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) Regional Tourism Board’s Annual Meeting was held August 6. The Annual Meeting provides the organization an opportunity for the community and political allies to learn what the organization does each year to promote tourism and economic development. “Capital City/Lake Murray Country has not missedContinue Reading
Most people are all too aware folks have been spending more time at home since March and the lockdown due to the COVID-19 virus. With extra time for family and relaxation, as well as working from home, folks have looked for many ways to entertain ourselves and our family. AsContinue Reading
It’s been 100 years since the 19th Amendment passed, which gave women the right to vote, and the South Carolina State Museum is honoring the 100th Anniversary with a new exhibit, A Voice of Her Own: South Carolina Women in Politics. To celebrate, the museum is offering free general admissionContinue Reading
Boat owners who have made the leap into investing in a better quality of life on the lake know the benefit of keeping their investment safe. Many worry about the cost of storage and maintenance for their floating source of fun. However, any concern of money and other life stressesContinue Reading
Featuring over 50 wines for tasting and 18 of the Midlands’ best restaurants Tasting Notes is the annual wine and food celebration to benefit the SC Philharmonic. World-class vintners and the best restaurants in Columbia set the stage for an evening of epicurean delights. We also host a large silentContinue Reading
A New Year is kicking into full swing at the Newberry Opera House. The Opera House’s season traditionally runs from August to early June so events for the first half of 2020 are already on sale. With so many unique performances to choose from, the Opera House encourages you toContinue Reading
The 2020 Columbia Boat Show will showcase 16 boat dealers and more than four dozen exhibitors at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds February 7 – 9. Hundreds of boats will be on display as dealers bring their boats that are perfect for recreation, sport, fishing, and more. Come to theContinue Reading