The Mt. Hebron United Methodist Church’s United Methodist Men (UMM) will host their 52nd annual BBQ fundraiser this Saturday, October 5, starting at 8 a.m. on the church campus at 3050 Leaphart Road in West Columbia. Since its inception in 1971, when it began as a fundraiser to support theContinue Reading
The Still Standing Women’s Health Empowerment Luncheon will be held on Thursday, October 12, from 1 – 3 p.m. at the Lexington Municipal Conference Center, 111 Maiden Lane, Lexington. This year’s event will feature Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford as the keynote speaker, focusing on the critical issue of domesticContinue Reading
The South Carolina Wildlife Federation is excited to announce the continuation of its POWR (Participate Outdoors with Respect) Series, designed for women seeking to enhance their outdoor skills and confidence. Building on the success of previous events, this program offers a variety of classes aimed at both beginners and thoseContinue Reading
The South Carolina State Farmers Market will host its annual Fall Plant and Flower Festival from October 4-6. Visitors can shop a variety of fall plants, flowers, pumpkins, and unique home, yard, and garden décor. There will also be Certified SC Grown fall produce available. Master Gardeners will be on-siteContinue Reading
The Chapin Branch of the Lexington County Public Library will welcome USC Professor Pat McNeely on October 10 at 6 pm for a presentation on her latest work, Historic South Carolina Ghosts and Legends. McNeely, an award-winning reporter and editor, will explore the state’s rich folklore and ghost stories inContinue Reading
Willie Robertson, star of Duck Dynasty, will be in Columbia on October 3 for a special event benefitting Providence Home, a Christ-centered ministry that provides temporary housing and permanent hope for men overcoming challenges related to addiction and incarceration. The event, An Evening with Willie Robertson, will take place atContinue Reading
The Midlands Light Opera Society is set to enchant audiences with Gilbert and Sullivan’s beloved operetta, Iolanthe, from September 27 to 29. Performances will take place at 7:30 PM on both the 27th and 28th, with a matinee at 3 PM on the 29th. All shows will be held inContinue Reading
Columbia Animal Services will offer free pet adoptions at Animal Mission’s 17th Annual Palmetto Peanut Boil on Saturday, September 28, from noon to 6 p.m. The event will take place on the 2900 Block of Devine Street. In addition to free adoptions, Animal Services will be collecting donations to supportContinue Reading
The Colonial Cup returns to Camden, S.C., Sunday, November 17, 2024 By Tom Mullikin On Sunday, November 17, the “Super Bowl” of Steeplechase will return to the internationally renowned Springdale racecourse in Camden, S.C. [please see link below]. This is a key component of the Palmetto State’s heritage. From theContinue Reading
WEST COLUMBIA – The highly anticipated fall lineup for Rhythm on the River, presented by the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber & Visitors Program, is here! The series will kick off on October 4, 2024, offering a fantastic blend of live music, food trucks, and local entertainment. Here’s the full schedule:Continue Reading
Are you passionate about giving back to your community? The Lexington Medical Center Irmo Okra Strut is calling for enthusiastic volunteers to help make this year’s event a success! We’re looking for dedicated individuals to assist in various roles, including: General Set-Up VIP Tent Attendants Obstacle Course Monitors in theContinue Reading
Chapin, SC – The Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce its annual Fall Golf Classic, scheduled for October 22, 2024, at the Mid Carolina Club with a 1:30 PM start. This event promises a day of golf, networking, and community engagement, all in support of the AnnieContinue Reading
Singer, songwriter, and musician Cody Webb will bring his high-energy performance to Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (HT@MTC) on September 6. The show, starting at 7:30 p.m., promises an evening of captivating music from a rising star in country and contemporary music. Webb, who hails from Ridge Spring, hasContinue Reading
Meeting Street Music Fest Returns to West Columbia with Two Days of Free Entertainment West Columbia is bringing back the popular Meeting Street Music Fest on September 6-7, offering two days of live music, food, and fun. The festival will feature multiple genres of music and plenty of activities forContinue Reading
Keep the Midlands Beautiful (KMB) is gearing up for the sixth annual Lake Murray Cleanup on September 14, but volunteers must register by this Friday, September 6, to participate. The event runs from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and volunteers will clean up islands, shorelines, boat ramps, roads, and naturalContinue Reading
The University of South Carolina’s Koger Center for the Arts marked its 35th anniversary with a festive celebration on Thursday. County Councilperson Allison Terracio (District 5) joined the festivities, which featured birthday cake, live music, a drawing for free tickets, and a behind-the-scenes tour of the iconic venue on GreeneContinue Reading