2023-05-12
Goodwill Receives Workforce Grant
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) recently received a grant from Truist Foundation to support the continued growth of its Clean Tech Accelerator program, a workforce development initiative preparing individuals for careers in the clean technology industry. The grant will allow GIUMSC to serve additional participants,
The Center to Hold Open House September 22
CHAPIN, S.C. — The Center for Advanced Technical Studies (The Center) will open its doors to the community September 22 for an open house from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 916 Mt. Vernon Church Road in Chapin. The Center serves students in grades 9–12 throughout School District Five and offers
National Fishing Tournaments Coming to Lake Murray
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) has announced a lineup of nationally recognized fishing tournaments coming to Lake Murray during the 2026-27 season. The events will bring professional bass anglers, kayak competitors and amateur fishermen to the Midlands, along with spectators and outdoor enthusiasts. The tournaments are expected
Man Dies After Being Struck on I-26 Westbound
LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. — Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified a man who died after being struck by a vehicle on Interstate 26 in Lexington County September 7. Robert
51st annual Irmo Okra Strut returns Sept. 25-26
IRMO, S.C. — The 51st annual Irmo Okra Strut will return to Moore Park Sept. 25-26, bringing two days of music, entertainment, food and family activities to the community. The
State Museum to Hold Artist Homecoming
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina State Museum will welcome artists, curators, cultural leaders and arts supporters from across the state for Artist Homecoming 2026: Elements of Craft, a two-day
Epworth Donation
Lisa Livingston Fusco,Senior Director of Development and Communications at Epworth Children’s Home receives a scholarship check from members of GFWC St. Andrews Woman’sClub, Gail Elfert, Missy Klopfer, Linda Davis and