The South Carolina Philharmonic (SCP) will present its third annual Music in My Neighborhood festival in the Cayce/West Columbia area April 13–18. This weeklong initiative brings free performances, educational programs, and interactive events directly into the community, with appearances at public spaces, healthcare facilities, and local businesses. Highlighted events include:Continue Reading
By Jennifer Tardy That’s the daily dose researchers say may help keep your brain significantly younger. In a study of 960 older adults followed for nearly five years, those who ate about one serving of green leafy vegetables each day experienced a rate of cognitive decline comparable to someone 11Continue Reading
By Radley West When people think about getting healthier, they usually imagine something intense. Sweaty workouts, long runs, complicated routines, and unused gym memberships. Walking rarely makes the list, even though it may be one of the most beneficial things you can do for your body. Walking is simple, accessible,Continue Reading
The Lexington County Herb Bunch will host its 14th Annual Herb Festival on April 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The festival will feature a variety of herbs and vegetables, along with baked goods, educational presentations, and local vendors. Admission is free, and the event will be held rainContinue Reading
On March 28, Columbia’s annual Fire Truck Pull raised approximately $50,000 to support pediatric cancer research. The event was organized by Curing Kids Cancer, a national nonprofit dedicated to funding cures for childhood cancer. The Columbia-Richland Fire Department provided fire engines and personnel for the event, which featured 27 competingContinue Reading
The white dorsal line means this is a female. No dewlap. By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net I called it a green lizard. I couldn’t pronounce Anolis carolinensis back then. Heck, I hadn’t even heard of the term. But now something catches me flatfooted — I’m told little girls woreContinue Reading
Photo by Chapin boys soccer By Thomas Grant Jr. Things are looking up for Chapin soccer entering Spring Break. The boys’ team remains undefeated in Region 4-5A at 6-0. They can solidify their lead over second-place Lexington with a win April 14 at Cecil Woolbright Field. The Eagles (12-2, 6-0)Continue Reading
By Sarah Ostergaard As April progresses and tax deadlines approach, South Carolinians are either done with the forms or frantically sorting through documents and tracking down paperwork. Both might be asking a familiar question: Why didn’t we learn this in school?. For years, personal finance – taxes, credit, budgeting –Continue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The Center for Civil Rights History and Research at the University of South Carolina will host its final Brown Bag Lunch Series event, Archival Show and Tell Featuring New Acquisitions, on Thursday, April 16, from noon to 1:30 p.m. The virtual session will highlight materials from theContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Soda City Market has once again been nominated for the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards in the Farmers Market category. After earning the top spot nationwide last year, the market now has the opportunity to defend its title among 20 markets selected by a panel ofContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The SC Jazz Masterworks Ensemble will feature renowned pianist, bandleader, and 10-time Grammy Award winner Arturo O’Farrill in its concert Afro-Latin Jazz Excursion on April 11 at 7:30 p.m. The performance will take place at Harbison Theatre. O’Farrill is widely recognized for his influence on contemporary LatinContinue Reading
LEXINGTON, S.C. – The Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South Carolina Department of Children’s Advocacy, has announced the swearing-in of new volunteer Guardian ad Litem (GAL) advocates in Lexington County. During a ceremony held March 13 at the Lexington County Family Court, Trenay Dukes,Continue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Orchid Society will host its 2026 South Carolina Orchid Society Show and Sale April 10–12 at the Garden Council of Greater Columbia Building, located at 1605 Park Circle in downtown Columbia near the University of South Carolina. The annual show will feature thousands ofContinue Reading
LEXINGTON, S.C. – A Columbia man has been charged with murder following a fatal shooting Saturday afternoon. Latif Shi’Yon Elijah Ross, 23, is charged with murder, possession of a weapon during a violent crime, and possession of a weapon by a person prohibited, according to arrest warrants. “Deputies were dispatchedContinue Reading
LEXINGTON, S.C. – Lexington County Sheriff’s Department deputies have arrested a woman accused of stealing and damaging multiple vehicles at a used car dealership. Da’Niyah Shanesse Fulks, 20, is charged with three counts of grand larceny, two counts of breaking into motor vehicles, and one count each of malicious injuryContinue Reading
By Jennifer Tardy There are a few patterns I’ve been seeing repeatedly with new clients lately. If any of these sound familiar, you’re not alone. 1) Why Everyone’s Constipated Many people assume fiber is the issue—but most of the time, it’s not. What I see more often: Not enough waterContinue Reading