Wade Penland, the Executive Chef and Managing Partner of The Bistro, has secured a coveted spot on Team Lake Murray Country after winning the hearts and taste buds of attendees at the Taste of Lake Murray (TOLM) event. Penland’s impressive culinary skills and popularity led to his selection via popularContinue Reading
Join the Greater CWC Cares Foundation for an exciting inaugural event, the Riverwalk Rabbit Run 5K, taking place on March 30th at 9 am. Participants are invited to run or walk along the scenic Congaree River and through the charming streets of the Cayce-West Columbia area. Following the 5K, thereContinue Reading
None of us can really know which of the memories we’ve shared with others will last or resonate beyond the moment in time to which they belong, but one of the relationships that seems to withstand the scrutiny of time is that of a teacher and student. It is aContinue Reading
The South Carolina Air National Guard 169th Medical Group will host a Community Health Expo on Saturday April 6, 2024, at the Garners Ferry Adult Activity Center, 8620 GarnersFerry Road Hopkins S.C. 29061. The expo is a cooperative health educational initiative hosted by the SCANG in conjunction with S.C. DepartmentContinue Reading
Salem United Methodist Church invites the community to an Easter Sunrise Service at Woodmen of the World on Lake Murray. The service will take place on March 31st at 7 a.m. The address is 2000 Johnson Marina Rd., Chapin. This informal 45-minute Sunrise Service will be led by PastorContinue Reading
As we welcome spring, the American Red Cross urges donors to step forward and give blood to bolster the national blood supply. People of all blood types, especially those with type O, play a vital role in meeting the ongoing demand for lifesaving transfusions. Red Cross Month: March During RedContinue Reading
Attention all veterans! Mark your calendars for March 21-23, as you’re invited to the Bluff Road National Guard Armory for the Veterans Experience Action Center event. Taking place from 9 am to 4 pm on March 21 and 22, and from 9 am to 2 pm on March 23, thisContinue Reading
Don’t miss the 10th Anniversary of Tasting Notes presented by the South Carolina Philharmonic on March 25th from 6:30 to 9:30 pm at the S.C. State Museum. This signature fundraising event will feature a delightful evening of wine and food celebration, all in support of the orchestra’s education and communityContinue Reading
The South Carolina State Museum is thrilled to announce the return of its engaging and educational camps for children aged 6 to 12 years old in 2024, presented by Aflac. Registration for both spring break and summer camps is now open, offering children a unique opportunity to explore various themesContinue Reading
Don’t miss Wolfgang & Wine presented by the South Carolina Philharmonic on March 23rd at 7:30 pm at the Koger Center for the Arts. Conducted by Music Director Morihiko Nakahara, this enchanting evening of music will feature a captivating program that includes compositions by Gabriela Ortiz, Richard Strauss, and WolfgangContinue Reading
Ticket sales are brisk for the annual Spring steeplechase event By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Tickets are on sale for the 89th running of the CAROLINA CUP races presented by MUSC Health and slated for Saturday, March 30, 2024, at the famed Springdale Race Course in historic Camden, South Carolina.Continue Reading
State Representative Nathan Ballentine (R-Chapin) recently presented a House resolution to Kimberly Oakley, acknowledging the significance of the 7th annual Irmo Cherry Blossom Festival. This vibrant event celebrates the beauty of cherry blossoms and brings the community together for a day of festivities. The Irmo Cherry Blossom Festival will takeContinue Reading
Prepare for a day filled with festivities as St. Pat’s in Five Points, South Carolina’s largest one-day festival, makes its grand return this Saturday, March 16. The 42nd edition of this beloved event promises an exciting lineup of activities from 7:30 am to 7 pm, showcasing the vibrant spirit ofContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – 03/12/2024 – The highly anticipated Taste of Lake Murray is set to make a return to the DoubleTree by Hilton in Columbia on March 21, 2024. Presented by Lexington Medical Center, this culinary extravaganza promises an evening of delectable flavors, live music, dancing, and charitable giving inContinue Reading
The 7th annual Irmo Cherry Blossom Festival is set to take place on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at Irmo Town Park, located at 7330 Carlisle Street in Irmo, SC. This family-friendly festival honors the beautiful flowering Japanese Yoshino cherry trees, symbolizing the beauty, transience, and preciousness of life. Key highlightsContinue Reading
The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) has announced that the headline act for the first Southeastern BBQ Showdown, scheduled for June 14-15 at Segra Park, will be the Grammy Award-winning country music band Alabama. With an impressive track record of 43 #1 singles and over 178 awards,Continue Reading