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Business
2025 Financial Resolutions: Build Savings and Tackle Debt
By JB Beckett, Beckett Financial Group As we head into 2025, many Americans are prioritizing financial stability by focusing on two key goals: building emergency savings and reducing debt. These steps are vital as the economy continues to recover, offering a safety net against unexpected expenses like layoffs, home repairs,
Education
District Five Approves 2025-2026 Academic Calendar
The District Five Board of Trustees has finalized and approved the 2025-2026 Year-Round Modified Academic Calendar, setting key dates for the upcoming school year. During the board meeting on December 9, the calendar was confirmed, with the school year beginning on August 7, 2025, and ending on May 22, 2026.
Sports
Chapin to face River Bluff on WACH 57
By Thomas Grant Jr. Statewide television offers an opportunity for both Chapin basketball teams to get on the winning track. The two teams head to The Swamp to face River Bluff in a Region 4-5A contest. It’s the second Sonic Rivals Game of the Week scheduled by WACH 57 in
Departments
Public Safety
Chapin Police Department Welcomes New Officer
The Chapin Police Department has added a new officer to its ranks. Officer Kevin Adcock brings extensive experience and dedication to the role, having served in the United States Marine
Community News
LINKS to Lake Murray Project: Improving Mobility and Safety
The Central Midlands Council of Governments, Central Midlands Transit (COMET), and the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) are teaming up on a new project called LINKS to Lake Murray.
Entertainment
A Magical Cirque Christmas Brings Spectacle and Holiday Cheer to Columbia
This holiday season, A Magical Cirque Christmas returns with its enchanting blend of acrobatics, magic, and festive charm, delighting audiences across the U.S. The show will stop for one night
Civic
Sharing God’s Love Announces Executive Director Shari Selke’s Continued Leadership
The Board of Directors of Sharing God’s Love (SGL) is thrilled to announce that Shari Selke will continue as Executive Director of the ministry. This update comes after a recent