Get ready for a festive extravaganza as Old Timey Christmas, presented by Sozo Family Fitness, returns to the charming Town of Chapin next weekend, December 9th. On Beaufort Street, from 5 pm to 8 pm, the atmosphere will be brimming with holiday magic, featuring local food delights and sponsored holidayContinue Reading
Tis the season at Columbia Metropolitan Airport, and the festive spirit is in full swing! The airport team is delighted to bring holiday joy to all passengers with a heartwarming kickoff event for the season. The celebration, last night, was a merry affair filled with delightful activities. Passengers and visitorsContinue Reading
Prepare your taste buds for an unforgettable experience at the Taste of Lake Murray, presented by Lexington Medical Center, scheduled for March 21 at 6 pm at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Columbia. Tickets are now available, offering a night filled with delectable flavors, live music, and a chance toContinue Reading
The Historic Melrose Art in the Yard will once again welcome artists and artisans to show and sell their original work in the downtown Columbia neighborhood. The event will be held December 3 from 1 to 5 pm with art and food at a family friendly event. Historic Melrose ArtContinue Reading
From November 13 – December 12, the Midlands Gaming Coalition (MGC) will be holding its annual Toy Drive for MUSC’s Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital. There will be drop off locations around Columbia including every McWhirter, Bellinger & Associates office, and The Side Deck in Lexington. Gamez Block is offering 10Continue Reading
On Thursday, November 9, the festivities in Chapin unfolded with excitement. The day kicked off with a ribbon-cutting and Open House for the Chapin Old Town Hall at 12:30 pm. Visitors had the opportunity to explore the renovations made to this historic building, witnessing its transformation. As guests wandered through,Continue Reading
The SC State Fair was held at the South Carolina State Fair Grounds in Columbia, SC from Oct 11th- 22nd 2023. Matthew Bodiford took second place in – Department: Agriculture Division: 521 – Vegetables – Tray, Bunch, or Individual Specimens ENTRY# Class: 2121 – Mega Pumpkin, (1) Largest by Weight 251Continue Reading
As the festivities of the holiday season begin, Home Instead encourages residents in Richland and Lexington counties to participate in the Be a Santa to a Senior program and share joy by giving a gift with older adults in the community who may not have anyone to celebrate with. “TheContinue Reading
River Bluff High School is gearing up for a festive celebration on December 12th and 13th, from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm, as it hosts the 11th annual Ella’s Stuff A Stocking. This beloved tradition, which aims to bring holiday happiness to children in need, has become a cornerstone eventContinue Reading
Lott accepts the award on behalf of the men and women of the Richland County Sheriff’s Department By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott received the Salvation Army Bell-ringer Commendation Award during ceremonies kicking off the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign for the 2023 season. The ceremonyContinue Reading
This holiday season, guests are invited to explore the beauty of the Northern Lights in a brand-new planetarium experience; see returning holiday favorite, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 4-D, in the State Museum’s 4D theater; and enjoy special events and shopping opportunities. Áróra is an immersive cinematic journey that takes guestsContinue Reading
Leezas Care Connection proved once again that they know how to party with a purpose. Our annual Dare2Care gala was held at the USC Alumni Center and was filled with inspiration and gratitude. This year’s Dare2Lead honoree was Senator Katrina Shealy who was recognized for her personal journey as anContinue Reading
Lake Murray Country is thrilled to announce the return of the Christmas Light Boat Parade on December 2. Join us for this spectacular event, which is free and open to the public at the Lake Murray Dam Public Park in Lexington (1832-1834 N Lake Drive, Lexington). Come and witness theContinue Reading
Corrina Hooker Thomas of KW Columbia Your Key To Sold.com spearheaded the annual Blessing Baskets movement founded by her company. While partnering with the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce an awesome 106 baskets full of holiday food were gathered this year. “Many hands make light work,” said Corrina. “Now moreContinue Reading
Community Invited to Join Seventh Annual Bountiful Harvest Event Free Holiday Food Box Give-Away Plus Community Resource Fair and Free Meal Serve and Connect and the Lexington Police Department invite you to the seventh annual Bountiful Harvest that will be held on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. toContinue Reading
Trail Town designations launched by the S.C. National Heritage Corridor Last summer, S.C. Lt. Governor Pamela Evette, officials with the S.C. National Heritage Corridor and those of the statewide SC7 Expedition christened the City of Conway near Myrtle Beach, S.C. as the first of other soon-to-be-named South Carolina Trail Towns.Continue Reading