By Al Dozier Did Lexington County turn down a brand new ambulance funded by the state? That’s what some residents are saying about the county’s response to Sen. Ronnie Cromer’s offer of $365,000 in state funds for the purchase of a fully-equipped ambulance to serve the Chapin area. Cromer’s actionContinue Reading
The Columbia VA Health Care System will be hosting the 14th annual VA2K Walk & Roll March 17. The 2K will be hosted at three locations (Dorn VAMC, Sumter VA Clinic, and Anderson VA Clinic). The Dorn VAMC’s walk will run from 11 am – 3 pm at the walkingContinue Reading
The South Carolina State Museum has proudly acquired the Matriarchs of the Lowcountry portrait series by artist and storyteller Natalie Daise. Renowned for her role in the Nickelodeon series Gullah Gullah Island, Daise created these portraits to honor six Black women who have been pivotal in preserving and promoting GullahContinue Reading
The South Carolina State Museum is set to host an exciting event featuring rising culinary star Amethyst Ganaway on May 18 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. The event, titled Harvesting Heritage: A History of Black Culinary Traditions in the Palmetto State, marks the beginning of a yearlong collaboration with Ganaway,Continue Reading
The South Carolina Ag + Art Tour is making its return this summer, featuring an extensive array of farm and art sites across the state. Scheduled for May 18-19 in Newberry County and June 15-16 in Lexington County, the tour has expanded to include nine new counties and reintroduce elevenContinue Reading
From Nathan Ballentine and Nathan’s News Like many of y’all, I drive this route almost every day. For several months (possibly years?) I noticed the traffic backed up in the mornings and afternoons. I mean, terribly! Mornings: people from Chapin coming down 76 to get on highway at Peak ExitContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. The Lexington baseball team entered Wednesday one win away from the Class 5A final. The Wildcats opened Friday with a 6-5 win over Dutch Fork. This was their 10th comeback victory of the season and started with two outs in the bottom seventh. University of SouthContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. A third state title appearance in five years is a victory away for the Lexington High School softball team. After winning the Class 5A District One title, the Lady Wildcats opened the Upper State playoffs on May 10 with a 6-1 win over Clover. Gracie ScottContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. After 848 career victories, six state boys basketball titles and having sent numerous players into the college and coaching ranks over 43 years, Irmo ‘s Tim Whipple has called it a career. Last week, the Palmetto State’s second-winningest boys basketball coach announced his retirement. He leavesContinue Reading
Patrick Walters of Summerville once again showcased his prowess on the waters of Lake Murray, clinching another Bassmaster win with impressive skill and determination. Despite the challenges posed by severe weather, Walters demonstrated his mastery of the sport and emerged victorious in the Minn Kota Bassmaster Elite pro fishing tournament.Continue Reading
On May 4th, the South Carolina Philharmonic hosted the 2nd annual Star Wars Day “May The 4th Be With You” 5k run/walk, held at Saluda Shoals Park. Participants of all ages gathered to embark on a cosmic journey through the scenic trails, embracing the spirit of the iconic Star WarsContinue Reading