One in nine children in South Carolina will experience the death of a parent or sibling before the age of 18. Processing that loss can be one of the most difficult challenges a child faces. To help families navigate that journey, Prisma Health Children’s Hospital–Midlands is offering the Healing HeartsContinue Reading
Bringing Joy and Hope to Children Facing Life-Threatening Illnesses The South Carolina Pediatric Alliance (SCPA) is proud to announce its role as a sponsor of the 2026 Wishing Well Gala, hosted by Carolina Sunshine for Children in an Evening of Hope, Heart, and Community. This premier fundraising event will beContinue Reading
The D5 Foundation of Lex-Rich School District Five is seeking community partners and business sponsors for Springfest 2026, scheduled for Saturday, March 28. Following the success of last year’s inaugural event at Dutch Fork High School football stadium — which drew more than 1,000 community members — organizers are expandingContinue Reading
In recognition of National Heart Month and in conjunction with the Go Red movement promoting heart disease awareness, Columbia will host the third-annual Jump Start Your Heart Day Party this Saturday, February 21, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Finlay Park. The free community event will feature a wideContinue Reading
The annual Black History Month Scavenger Hunt launched February 1 and is now underway across the Midlands. The free, self-guided experience invites residents, families, students, and visitors to explore Columbia and surrounding communities while learning about local Black history, culture, and community impact through a digital platform on the SodaContinue Reading
Community members are invited to take part in the 2026 Walk, Run & Roll on March 22 from 2–5 p.m. at Canalside in Columbia, an inclusive event supporting brain injury survivors and their families — including veterans impacted by service-related traumatic brain injuries. Organizers say many individuals in the communityContinue Reading
Stamp collectors and history enthusiasts alike are invited to attend the Columbia Philatelic Society’s fall/winter stamp show, scheduled for Friday, Feb. 13, and Saturday, Feb. 14, in West Columbia. The show will be held at the Tri-City Leisure Center, located at 485 Brooks Avenue, the same venue used for theContinue Reading
The Jasper Project has announced the roster of Midlands-area visual artists selected to participate in Jasper’s Degenerate Art Project II, to be held February 11–28 at Stormwater Studios, 413 Pendleton Street in Columbia’s Congaree Vista. A total of 43 artists were chosen by a panel of artists and Jasper ProjectContinue Reading
Wingard’s Market has announced the details of their Valentine’s Dinner with Vera Stewart – A Local Celebration of Love, Flavor & Community February 14 from 7–9 pm, with the bar opening at 6:30 pm. The evening invites couples, friends, and community members to celebrate Valentine’s Day with local fare andContinue Reading
COLUMBIA — Seven Oaks Presbyterian Church will host a Hearts of Love Luncheon featuring Dawn Smith Jordan on Saturday, February 14. Jordan is a Christian singer, songwriter, author, and speaker. A love offering will be collected to support Jordan Ministries. Admission is $20 per person and includes a meal. TheContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The Koger Center for the Arts will host SoulHAUS Sessions featuring Cecil J. Williams on Friday, Feb. 27, 2026. Doors open at 5 p.m., with the conversation beginning at 6 p.m. The event will feature an intimate, one-on-one artist talk with Cecil J. Williams, renowned photographer, publisher,Continue Reading