By Eileen Renders Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) can present with several intestinal symptoms that can include those associated with the gastrointestinal tract, such as stomach pain, bloating, cramping, gas, constipation, diarrhea, or both. Most of the time, symptoms are not considered severe, however, it is a persistent, long-termContinue Reading
By Robin All If you’re happy with your current set of irons and aren’t looking to upgrade, now is the perfect time to check the lie angle and make any necessary adjustments. Over time, club heads can shift due to regular use—especially if you’ve accidentally hit a root, rock, orContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The Chapin girls soccer team remain atop the state rankings. The Lady Eagles have run off three straight victories, outscoring their opponents 15-0. In the 8-0 win over Irmo, Kat Haigler posted a hat trick with three goals and Lila Bowers had three assists. On MarchContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Get ready to sip for a cause! Central S.C. Habitat for Humanity is bringing back its second annual Brew 2 Build Festival on Saturday, April 5, from 2 – 6 p.m. at The Coop, the tailgating hub near Williams-Brice Stadium. This 21-and-over event invites attendees to sampleContinue Reading
HOPKINS, S.C. – Nature lovers, mark your calendars! Congaree National Park has announced the dates for its 2025 Synchronized Firefly Viewing Event, set to take place May 14 – 21. This mesmerizing display of bioluminescence draws thousands of visitors each year to witness fireflies flashing in perfect harmony. How toContinue Reading
LITTLE MOUNTAIN, S.C. – A significant piece of Richland County history was honored on March 22 as Pine Grove AME Church unveiled a new historical marker, recognizing its 157 years of worship, outreach, and education. Richland County Councilman Jason Branham (District 1) delivered remarks at the event, celebrating the church’sContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Strength, teamwork, and community spirit were on full display on March 22 as 32 teams took on the challenge of pulling a fire truck down Hampton Street—all for a great cause. The 12th annual Fire Truck Pull, a beloved community tradition, raised an impressive $64,000 to benefitContinue Reading
The waggle is more than just a pre-swing habit—it’s a valuable tool for improving your golf game! Think of it as a preview of your swing, helping to set the correct motion before you take your shot. Here’s why the waggle matters: Traces the backswing arc – It mimics theContinue Reading
CHAPIN, S.C. – Piney Woods Elementary School brought the community together for a unique conservation event, “Purple Martin Haze Craze,” on February 27, 2025. The event focused on raising awareness about the Purple Martin, a bird species that relies entirely on humans for survival along the East Coast. Students, families,Continue Reading
LEXINGTON, S.C. – The town of Lexington is inviting the community to step back in time and experience history like never before at “The Shot Heard Round The World,” a special event marking the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. When: April 19, 2025 | 4:30 – 8:00 p.m.Where: OldContinue Reading
The split-rail fence, in harmony with the earth. By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net A fence has become more than a way to mark property — delineate — as a five-dollar word goes. “I put that fence up to delineate precisely where my line runs.” Redundant. To delineate is toContinue Reading
IRMO, SC – The District 5 Foundation is inviting the community to come together for Springfest, a brand-new fundraising event set to take place on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Dutch Fork High School Football Stadium. The event aims to raise funds to support Lexington-Richland School District Five students andContinue Reading
Special medical training for Richland County deputies puts them in a class of their own By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Following months of intensive training in emergency medical care and now Advanced Life Support (ALS) licensing, the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) has achieved a level of departmental emergency medicalContinue Reading
Columbia, SC (March, 25, 2025) –David Fogleman, a local veteran who went unclaimed when he passed away will be laid to rest with military honors at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 25, 2025 at Fort Jackson National Cemetery in Columbia, SC, courtesy of Dunbar Funeral Homes. The community is invited toContinue Reading
South Carolina agency coordinates law enforcement efforts with NOAA’s Office of Law Enforcement By W. Thomas Smith Jr. AS SPRING TURNS TO SUMMER and South Carolina vacationers’ thoughts turn to the Palmetto State’s 187 miles of pristine coastline, so too does the S.C. Department of Natural Resources’ (SCDNR’s) law-enforcement armContinue Reading
The Chapin Chamber of Commerce has recognized Cait Kepler and Sophie Ann Hart from Lake Murray Elementary School as the Teacher and Student of the Month. Cait Kepler, the school’s art teacher and Teacher of the Year, was praised for her passion for art and dedication to her students. “SheContinue Reading