By Dee Griffin Ironically, I am writing this at 4 in the morning. Why you may ask? Stress. I woke up with my brain reminding me of all the things I did not do the day before which included on the list was writing articles. Did you know that poorContinue Reading
CVETS Offers Free Emergency Care for Law Enforcement K9s COLUMBIA, S.C. — In a show of appreciation for law enforcement service dogs, CVETS (Columbia Veterinary Emergency Trauma and Specialty) has launched a new program offering free emergency and specialty veterinary care for K9s injured in the line of duty. TheContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. — After five years of dedicated leadership, Amy Splittgerber is stepping down as Executive Director of Healthy Learners, the organization announced this week. Since joining in 2019, Splittgerber has overseen significant growth in the nonprofit’s mission to eliminate health-related barriers to learning for children across South Carolina. UnderContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. This past Saturday had three high school teams with state title aspirations. Only Batesburg-Leesville baseball was able to fulfill those dreams and, in the process, end a championship drought of 76 years. The Panthers defeated Phillip Simmons 8-5 in the deciding game of the Best-of-Three ClassContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina State Fair has announced the recipients of its 2025 Ride of Your Life Scholarship, awarding $10,000 each to 53 high school seniors from across the state. This year’s total of $530,000 in scholarships includes three additional awards made possible by a $37,000 donation fromContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Bad weather has created “Championship Saturday” for Lake Murray teams in the S.C. HighSchool League baseball finals. Both Lexington and Batesburg-Leesville will play deciding games of their respective Best-of-Three Series on the same day. Riley Park in Sumter is where the Wildcats will play host toContinue Reading
By Dee Griffin Keto, intermittent fasting, paleo, carnivore, Atkins, Mediterranean – diet trends are everywhere but which one is right for you? Not an easy answer. With all the diets flooding social media and everyone trying to sell you the next weight loss secret it’s hard to separate fact fromContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, SC – In celebration of National Public Works Week, Richland County’s Department of Public Works (DPW) hosted a special staff barbecue luncheon on May 21, recognizing the hard work and dedication of its team. After enjoying a meal together, attendees gathered to cheer on DPW staff during a backhoeContinue Reading
By: Lisa Hostetler Brown, Certified Elder Law Attorney*, LawyerLisa Expert Answer: As an elder law attorney, one of the questions I often receive from clients planning for retirement or long-term care is about annuities—what they are, how they work, and whether they’re a good fit for their estate or Medicaid planningContinue Reading
CHAPIN, SC – Church on the Lake returns for the summer starting Sunday, June 1, and will continue through August 31. Services will be held Sundays from 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. at Woodmen of the World, located at 2000 Johnson Marina Road. Presented by Salem United Methodist Church of Irmo,Continue Reading
LEXINGTON, SC – Get ready to read, explore, and have fun this summer as the Lexington County Public Library launches its annual Summer Reading Program on Friday, May 30. Running through August 1, the theme this year is Color Our World, and it’s open to readers of all ages. “ReadingContinue Reading