Richland County Councilman Jason Branham announces he will not seek re-election to county council in 2026, concluding his current term representing District 1. “I grew up in Richland County with a deep respect for public service,” Branham says. “From an early age, I followed local news, learned our state’s history,Continue Reading
By Jennifer Tardy You’re motivated to improve your health this year—but you’re also tired. You want better energy, fewer symptoms, and more consistency without juggling a dozen new habits at once. When people feel off, they often chase complexity—jumping from supplements to protocols to diet trends—without first anchoring the body’sContinue Reading
By Radley West “The things that get you started won’t always be the things that keep you going — and that’s exactly how it should be.” When I first started working out, I’ll be honest, my why was simple: I wanted to look better. That was it. I wanted aContinue Reading
By Robin All The image above shows a left-handed golfer at impact. When viewed as if in a mirror, it reflects the ideal impact position of a right-handed player. There are several key fundamentals to learn from this position: Excellent lower-body action, particularly in the legs, which provides stability 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
CHAPIN — The Center for Advanced Technical Studies will open its doors to the community with an Open House and Student Showcase on Tuesday, February 3, from 5–7 p.m. at 916 Mt. Vernon Church Road in Chapin. During the event, parents, students, and community members will have the opportunity toContinue Reading
New Facility-Use Agreement for Irmo Little League and Richland County Recreation Commission Baseball School District Five is pleased to announce a new Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Richland County Recreation Commission, marking the beginning of a long-term partnership for the use of the H.E. Corley Elementary baseball field,Continue Reading
IRMO, S.C. — The Center for Advanced Technical Studies will host a Mardi Gras Dinner Culinary Class for the community on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026, beginning at 10 a.m. This hands-on cooking experience allows participants to prepare a complete Mardi Gras–inspired meal for four to take home, including an appetizer,Continue Reading
Resolution recognizes the success of the South Carolina Seven Expedition By W. Thomas Smith Jr. A South Carolina Senate Resolution commending Dr. Tom Mullikin, director of the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR), the men and women of SCDNR, and the leaders of the statewide South Carolina Seven (SC7) ExpeditionContinue 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
Lexington County School District One will host a Pathways to Employment Fair, a hiring and recruitment event for education and school support careers. The fair will be held Saturday, Feb. 7, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at White Knoll High School, 5643 Platt Springs Road in Lexington. The event isContinue Reading