Charlotte-based football coach recognized for military service and post-military veterans work By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Jay Alverson, executive director of the S.C. Military Veterans Hall of Fame (SCMVHOF), will be formally awarded the University of South Carolina (USC) Outstanding Veteran Alumni Award on gameday, Saturday, Nov. 7, beginning withContinue Reading
Photo: Their barking days are over. RIP. By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net I’ve met a few legends: musicians, writers, athletes, actors, and a coach or three. Among the tops is Uga V. All Ugas have a following but Uga V outdid himself. He made Sports Illustrated’s 1997 cover asContinue Reading
Prisma Health dietitian offers tips for enjoying Halloween treats in moderation As Halloween approaches, costumes, decorations and candy take center stage. While enjoying a favorite treat is part of the holiday fun, experts at Prisma Health say the season is also a good time to consider how much added sugarContinue Reading
By Mike DuBose In our first two articles, we explored artificial intelligence (AI) and how our family and businesses use this phenomenal resource. You may recognize AI models like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini. These computer tools answer questions, explain subjects, and help us write or plan. For this third article,Continue Reading
Photo: Army Chaplain (Capt.) Emil Kapaun (right) and Army Capt. Jerome A. Dolan, 1st Cavalry Division, carry an exhausted soldier off the battlefield in Korea, early in the war. Credit:Army VIRIN:500712-O-D0439-001 By Wade Thompson Things got serious as we geared up for the move north along the Korean DMZ. Every detailContinue Reading
Ex officio members named, including SCDNR director, along with 25 additional appointees representing various state and local agencies By W. Thomas Smith Jr. South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster announced the establishment of the S.C. Conservation Commission Oct. 27, the Commission – created by Executive Order 2026-24 and effective Oct. 22.Continue Reading
Family event features rides, entertainment, games and costume contest at Icehouse Amphitheater LEXINGTON — The Lexington Police Department Foundation will host its 22nd annual Fall Festival Tuesday, Oct. 27, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Icehouse Amphitheater. Chief Terrence Green invites the community to enjoy an evening of family-friendlyContinue Reading
A rare sight today, the burn barrel By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net We had one. It stood on bricks near a tangled thicket of fragrant honeysuckle. I remember its strangely pleasant smell of burning paper, melting plastic, and blazing trash. I still hear the pop of exploding aerosols. TheContinue Reading
By Mike DuBose In 2026, artificial intelligence (AI) seems to be everywhere, built into countless products and all over the media. How does it work, and what will it mean for us, our children, and grandchildren? The technology is advancing at lightning speed. Are we witnessing another Industrial Revolution? WhenContinue Reading
By Robin All Timing is the final step in achieving consistent contact, direction and distance in your golf swing. Look closely at the photo. The wrists have not quite released, and the club is approaching impact on the downswing. The hands are reasonably square to the clubface, suggesting a straightContinue Reading
By Radley West Hello. It’s Tipsy. I’ve been observing the humans again. And I have a question. Why do humans make plans if they are just going to change them? I have watched this happen repeatedly. A human will say, “Tomorrow we’re going to do this.” Then tomorrow comes, andContinue Reading
Shatter the Myth program set for Oct. 27 at Irmo Middle School IRMO — Lexington-Richland School District Five will host Shatter the Myth: Substance Use on Oct. 27 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Irmo Middle School, 6051 Wescott Road in Columbia. The event is open to all district familiesContinue Reading
Free trick-or-treat trail welcomes pets and their people at Crooked Creek Park CHAPIN — Pets and their people are invited to Howl-O-Ween at the Bark on Oct. 24 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Crooked Creek Park. The free event will feature a treat trail along the park’s disc golfContinue Reading
County offers $185 stipend for workers who complete training and serve on Election Day COLUMBIA — Richland County is seeking additional election workers to help staff polling locations for the Nov. 3 statewide general election. Interested residents must complete a mandatory three-hour training session. Those who complete the training andContinue Reading
Early voting runs through Oct. 31 at six locations across the county LEXINGTON — With the Nov. 3 statewide general election approaching, Lexington County Registration and Elections is reminding voters to check their registration, review their sample ballots and make a plan to vote. Voters can register or verify theirContinue Reading
CHAPIN — Crooked Creek Park will host Halloween at the Park on Oct. 23 from 6 to 8:30 p.m., featuring a Trick-or-Treat Trail and Halloween carnival. Participants can dress in their favorite Halloween costumes and follow the walking trail from the park entrance to the carnival at the soccer fields.Continue Reading