Kellan Fenegan, Miss Columbia Teen, was crowned Miss South Carolina Teen 2019 in front of a crowd at Township Auditorium in Columbia June 28. Fenegan is a 16-year-old from Lexington and attends River Bluff High School. She sang In My Dreams for the talent competition. Fenegan was an Evening Gown/SocialContinue Reading
The Big Red Barn Retreat is eager to announce the Second Annual Summer Jam 2019 concert presented by All American Heating & Air. The concert will be held July 19 from 7 – 10:30 pm at the Palmetto Citizens Amphitheater at Doko Meadows Park in Blythewood. Gates will open atContinue Reading
The South Carolina State Fair will present a free outdoor showing of “The Greatest Showman” July 12 on the fairgrounds, 1200 Rosewood Drive. The 2017 film starring Hugh Jackman and Zac Efron will highlight a picnic-styled evening of family entertainment that will include concessions, craft beer and wine, and children’sContinue Reading
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond has announced $2.5 million will be distributed to cancer centers across the country as a result of a multi-state enforcement action against sham cancer charities. The $2.5 million was recovered through settlements of a landmark lawsuit against four affiliated sham charities – theContinue Reading
Grab your floats, friends, coolers, and sunscreen and be ready for the 7th edition of the Reggaetronic Music Festival July 13. The event, presented by Tidewater Boats and Monster Energy showcases national, regional and homegrown artists in a 100 percent floating setup. Enjoy an event with 14,000 in attendance, 1500Continue Reading
U-Haul Company of South Carolina has announced Demmy Mini Storage LLC has signed on as a U-Haul neighborhood dealer to serve the Irmo community. Demmy Mini Storage at 7200 Broad River Road will offer U-Haul trucks, truck sales, trailers, towing equipment, U-Box warehouse and moving supplies. With 257 cubic feetContinue Reading
Lake Murray Elementary principal Kelly Reese vividly remembers her time in the fifth grade and the positive impact a Drug Awareness and Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) officer had on her. “I have no idea what office he worked for, but I remember how fun his lessons were,” Reese said. “We didn’tContinue Reading
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Natalie N. Proctor was graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen whoContinue Reading
A Lexington County deputy has been placed on paid administrative leave after South Carolina state troopers charged him with driving under the influence. Troopers said they transported Robert Scott Smith, who was off duty when he was arrested, to the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center Friday night after he failedContinue Reading
Carolina Springs Middle School’s archery team wrapped up its third year of competition on a high note thanks to support from the community. The season featured archers competing in tournaments locally and around the state, winning five local events. CSMS finished second out of 17 teams at the South CarolinaContinue Reading
Lexington One District Athletic Director (DAD) David Bennett is on the forefront of the changes in student athletics. Since the position was created for Bennett in July 2016, the number of DAD positions has doubled in the Palmetto State from 10 to 20. They all now meet annually in theContinue Reading