Mullikin presents a “path forward” for South Carolina By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Dr. Tom Mullikin, director of the S.C. Department of Natural Resources, addressed the S.C. Chamber of Commerce’s Environmental Affairs Committee at the Palmetto Club in downtown Columbia, June 6, wherein he discussed a path forward forContinue Reading
By Liesha Wessinger- Huffstetler Lake Murray’s Independence day celebrations are scheduled for Saturday June 28 from 9:15-9:45. You can watch by boat or at Dreher Island State Park. Start the summer with the Off The Dock party in the heart of Chapin, on Friday June 20 from 7-10 p.m. OurContinue Reading
Publisher’s note: Ellen Jane Coffey knew how to express herself in such a colloquial way that you couldn’t deny the warmth and humor of her stories. Ellen first started writing for us in 2008 and earned a following in our newspapers reenacting the exploits of her grandmother Hattie. We atContinue Reading
Five honored by state agency for 2024 By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) recognized five of its best as EMPLOYEES OF THE YEAR 2024. The awards being presented at SCDNR’s Wateree Range, Friday, June 6, 2025. “To say these DNR employees are sterling recipientsContinue Reading
By Lisa Hostetler Brown, LawyerLisa Elder Law & Estate Planning Center Expert Answer: If you’ve been thinking about retirement, helping aging parents, or planning for the next phase of life, now is the time to make sure your own affairs are in order. One of the most overlooked—but mostContinue Reading
Lake Murray, SC — Get ready for a patriotic weekend like no other! Lake Murray’s Independence Day Celebration 2025 will light up the sky on Saturday, June 28, with its iconic fireworks display launched from Spence and Dreher Islands. The show begins at dark (around 9:15 PM) and is synchronizedContinue Reading
Lake Murray, SC — Get ready for a weekend of high-octane excitement and incredible nautical craftsmanship as The Dam Boat Run returns to Lake Murray! This thrilling powerboating event will showcase some of the most impressive and beautifully engineered boats in the country. Boating enthusiasts from across the U.S. willContinue Reading
Richland County Council has unanimously passed the first county-level hate intimidation ordinance in the state of South Carolina. Under this new ordinance, it will be unlawful for a person to cause fear, intimidation, harm or damage to a person or person’s property because of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, nationalContinue Reading
The National Weather Center confirmed that an EF1 rated tornado touched down in Chapin on Monday, June 9 at 8:43pm. The tornado was spotted near Lake Tide Drive and was associated with 95 mph winds, torrential rains, heavy lightning, damaged power lines and toppled trees. It stayed on the groundContinue Reading
Irmo, SC — World-renowned trumpeter, composer, and bandleader Sean Jones will take the stage at Harbison Theatre on Friday, June 14 at 7:30 p.m. as the featured guest of the SC Jazz Masterworks Ensemble in their season finale concert, “Virtuoso Trumpet Star Sean Jones.” Known for his incredible talent andContinue Reading
Richland County, SC — The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is seeking public feedback on a proposed sidewalk project along the north side of Marina Road, stretching from U.S. Highway 76 to Beacon Point. The goal of the project is to improve pedestrian safety and enhance walkability in theContinue Reading
Columbia, SC — Come join the celebration as the U.S. Army turns 250! The South Carolina Military Museum is hosting a free, family-friendly Army Field Day this Saturday in honor of this historic milestone. Bring the whole family out for a day of exciting, hands-on activities! Kids will have theContinue Reading
By Liesha Wessinger- Huffstetler Imagine being an elementary aged kid and walking more than 5 miles, with a cow on a rope leash, to your Uncle Doc Huffstetler’s house on Old Ferry Road? Uncle Doc had no sons, and you had to stay there in the summer to help on theContinue Reading
Flag Day is a special day celebrated on June 14th in the United States. It commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States on June 14th, 1777 by resolution of the Second Continental Congress. If you fly an American Flag at your home, school or business, the flagContinue Reading
Ballentine, SC — The American Red Cross will host a blood drive at the Ballentine Community Center on Sunday, June 16, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The community center is located at 1009 Bickley Road. Community members are encouraged to roll up their sleeves and make a life-saving difference.Continue Reading
By Liesha Wessinger- Huffstetler Are you looking for a different school choice for your child? Gray Collegiate Academy is coming to the Chapin Ballentine area. You can come meet the staff; learn about the opportunities Gray Collegiate can provide, on Tuesday, June 17, at 6:45. The informational presentation will beContinue Reading