The waters of Lake Murray will get a break this weekend from the Midlands Striper Club. For the second time in three months, it will hold its monthly Youth Fishing Tournament at another remote lake. Clark’s Hill on Lake Thurmond will be the site for Saturday’s event. Last month sawContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Every year, wounded soldiers from all across the Southeast may enjoy a fun-filled day at no cost thanks to the Troop Appreciation Fishing Derby. The rescheduled 11th annual Fishing Derby was held Aug. 10 at the Lake Murray Sailing Cub. Sponsored by Dominion Energy and theContinue Reading
On Labor Day, head to the Mt. Horeb Lutheran Church at 101 East Boundary Street, to enjoy the 14th annual Classic Car Show, sponsored by The Auto Shop of Chapin, LLC and presented by Columbia Classic Chevy Club. Entry fee is $20 all proceeds benefit Camp Kemo and Chapin WeContinue Reading
“X” marks the place for our Labor Day march and event, sailors. Our pirate-themed parade fleet will sail down Chapin Road from the Great Southern Homes parking lot (previously the GIS building at 917 Chapin Rd) to St. Peters Church Road on Monday morning, led by this year’s Grand Marshal,Continue Reading
The Justin Pepper Walk, Run, Ruck! comes back to Crooked Creek Park in 2023. Come get your steps in at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday as a runner, walker, or as a competitor in the Ruck component!Continue Reading
Taste of Chapin, sponsored by Chophouse of Chapin and in collaboration with the Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce, offers exceptional dining discounts with participating local restaurants in Chapin. Come celebrate our local restaurant week and try that one thing from that local place you’ve been meaning to try!Continue Reading
The Municipal Association of South Carolina (MASC) conducted their annual convention in Greenville last week, and Town Administrator Nicholle Burroughs, Mayor Al Koon, and Councilmembers Vicky Shealy and Greg White were present. The Town of Chapin received the MASC Municipal Achievement Award in recognition of its exceptional performance and creativeContinue Reading
Unbound Dance Company will present Unbeing, its third consecutive annual show August 25 and 26. Performances will be at 7 pm on both days at Dreher High School, 3319 Millwood Avenue, Columbia. Unbeing explores the process of stripping away the layers of our past to confront the raw truth ofContinue Reading
The South Carolina Historic Black College Union (HBCU) Alumni Alliance has announced the inaugural SC HBCU 5K Run/Walk is set for September 16 at 9 am in Downtown Columbia. The event aims to celebrate HBCU excellence, promote health and wellness and foster community engagement. General registration is $45 until SeptemberContinue Reading
NoMa Warehouse has announced SolFest RollFest, a music and bicycle festival is back for its 3rd year, and will take place August 26 from 4 – 10 pm at NoMa Warehouse. A music and community event started by NoMa Warehouse in 2021, SolFest began as a micro-music festival hosted atContinue Reading
Turning Pages SC will hold its 55th birthday bash, Dive into a Literary Feast, at River’s Edge Retreat on August 26 from 4 – 8 pm, The organization is commemorating more than five decades of empowering adults through the power of reading. Over the decades, Turning Pages SC has hadContinue Reading
Rylee Jeffcoat of Chapin was crowned Teen All-Star United States 2024, on the Savannah Theatre stage on July 29. Jeffcoat and the other contestants began their week on July 26 with meetings and rehearsals. They also attended the live production of “Rewind” at the Savannah Theatre, a Riverboat Dinner CruiseContinue Reading
Columbia, SC — With profound sadness, we announce the untimely passing of Scott Malyerck, a prominent figure in South Carolina’s political landscape and a dedicated public servant. Born in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Scott’s legacy is marked by his exceptional contributions to upholding American Democracy, his commitment to Conservative Values, andContinue Reading
By Cindy Chin In January of this year, CGC President Cindy Chin applied for multiple awards on the state level – highlighting the work of Chapin Garden Club members completed throughout the year in the Chapin community. Garden Club of SC Board of Directors reviewed all award applications from acrossContinue Reading
Got books? The Friends of the Irmo Branch Library, 6251 St. Andrews Road, will accept donations of used books and media this Saturday, August 12, from 9 am-noon. Books may be dropped off curbside at the side entrance to the library, where Friends volunteers will assist in unloading. Or youContinue Reading
Shandon United Methodist Church has announced the church’s 19th Annual Garage Sale, sponsored by the United Women in Faith. Mark your calendars for the event, taking place August 11, from 8 am to 2:30 pm, and continuing August 12, from 8 am to 1 pm. The sale will be heldContinue Reading