The Friends of the Chapin Branch Library are thrilled to introduce the Judy Carter Scholarship, a $500 scholarship aimed at supporting the post-secondary endeavors of a deserving graduating senior. Named in honor of Judy Carter, whose unwavering dedication has enriched the Chapin community through the library for over 25 years,Continue Reading
By Gerald Meetze I recently took a stroll through downtown Charleston with my daughter, a student at CofC. She gave me the tour since she was taking a historic preservation class. We both love architecture, and as we walked, I commented that we live here for a short time, butContinue 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
Global Climate Change and the impacts of Desertification are addressed By Chris Carter Dr. Tom Mullikin, chair of the gubernatorially established S.C. Floodwater Commission and representing the University of South Carolina’s School of Hospitality and Tourism Management where he teaches, spoke to upwards of 100 guests from around the worldContinue 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
By Mike DuBose Consumers are plagued by soaring prices, empty shelves, and hard-to-find items since the Covid Pandemic interrupted supply chains. Families, with limited income, experienced the fiercest struggles, often depleting savings, borrowing money, or tapping retirement funds. Many are penny-pinching, even dangerously reducing vital medicines and food toContinue Reading
On Thursday, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster signed into law H.3594, commonly known as the “permitless carry” or “constitutional carry” bill. The legislation makes South Carolina the 29th state in the United States to implement constitutional carry, allowing individuals aged 18 and older to openly carry loaded handguns without theContinue Reading