Keep the Midlands Beautiful (KMB) is gearing up for the sixth annual Lake Murray Cleanup on September 14, but volunteers must register by this Friday, September 6, to participate. The event runs from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and volunteers will clean up islands, shorelines, boat ramps, roads, and naturalContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, SC – The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) held its Annual Meeting on Thursday, August 22, at the Lake Murray Country Visitors Center. The meeting celebrated the achievements of the 2023-24 year and looked ahead to the exciting plans for 2024-25. 2023-24 Year-In-Review: Big Fishing, BigContinue Reading
Lexington, SC – The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) and USAngling are excited to present “Youth Angling Day” on Thursday, September 26, at Gibson Pond Park in Lexington. This event serves as the official start of the 2024 Pan American/USAngling Challenge Cup Kayak Championship, a prestigious competitionContinue Reading
Special from Midlands Striper Club A total of 29 young people participated in the July 20 Lake Murray Youth tournament out ofDreher Island. The Midlands Striper Club held its annual youth tournament in which 48 striped bass werebrought to the scales weighing a total of 190.58 pounds with a 3.97-poundContinue Reading
Lake Murray, SC – In a rare and spectacular event, a tornado formed over Lake Murray on Thursday, July 25, transforming into a water spout. The water spout, which formed during mid-afternoon storms, was witnessed by fishermen and landowners, many of whom captured the phenomenon on video. Fortunately, no damage orContinue Reading
Each summer, the skies over Bomb Island on Lake Murray come to life as the Purple Martins arrive for their annual vacation. It is estimated that more than one million birds venture north for the summer, roosting on the island and providing spectators with a rare glimpse of one ofContinue Reading
Irmo, SC — A proposed development along the picturesque shores of Lake Murray is causing a stir among local residents. The project, dubbed Water Walk, aims to transform 65 acres at 2947 Dreher Shoals Road/S.C. 6 into a vibrant community hub with 550 homes, restaurants, retail spaces, and a boutiqueContinue Reading
Celebrate Independence Day with a stunning fireworks display over Lake Murray, presented by Lexington Medical Center! Here’s everything you need to know: Date & Time:Saturday, June 29, 2024Fireworks Start: Around 9:30 PM (after dark) Fireworks Viewing Locations: Best Viewing: From a boat on Lake Murray. Dreher Island State Park: EnjoyContinue Reading
Columbia, SC — Mark your calendars for a delightful day of fun, food, and shopping at the Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) Visitor’s Center. Join us on Thursday, June 20, for a Summer Porch Party and Gift Shop Sale from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at our location, 2184 NorthContinue Reading
Largest Fireworks Show in South Carolina, Presented by Lexington Medical Center Columbia, SC – The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board is thrilled to announce the 36th Annual 4th of July Celebration on Lake Murray, presented by Lexington Medical Center. The event will take place on Saturday, June 29,Continue Reading
The 36th annual 4th of July Celebration on Lake Murray is scheduled for June 29, promising to be South Carolina’s largest fireworks show. The spectacular display will begin at dark, around 9:30 pm, with fireworks launched from two locations: Spence and Dreher Island. The show will be synchronized to patrioticContinue Reading