Photo: Congressman Wilson meeting with Columbia Metropolitan Airport officials in Washington By Joe Wilson – Member of Congress One of President Donald Trump’s national security objectives is to re-establish the United States as a global leader in nuclear energy. Last month, the Savannah River Site (SRS) announced three public-private partnershipsContinue Reading
SPRING HILL — The Miss Spring Hill Pageant recently presented a $2,000 donation to Lighthouse for Life, supporting the organization’s mission to combat human trafficking and assist survivors. The contribution will help fund educational initiatives aimed at prevention, as well as provide critical resources for survivors working to rebuild theirContinue Reading
IRMO — Car enthusiasts and families alike will gather at Moore Park on April 19 for the return of the Speed & Beauty Concours d’Elegance 2026, a longtime community tradition celebrating its 41st year. The event, scheduled from noon to 4 p.m., is hosted by the Porsche Club of AmericaContinue Reading
The Meeting Street Music Festival is set to return April 17–18, bringing a free, two-day celebration of live music, food, and community to Meeting Street in West Columbia. This year’s lineup features 11 bands performing across multiple stages, covering genres from bluegrass and jazz to pop, rock, and country. NationallyContinue Reading
Cleo Floyd-Johnstone, a student at Dutch Fork High School, will represent the title of Miss Ballentine’s Teen in the Miss South Carolina Pageant this summer. This marks Floyd-Johnstone’s second year competing within the Miss South Carolina Organization, where she has already seen significant success. Last year, as Miss Greenwood’s Teen,Continue Reading
COLUMBIA – Harbison Community Center will host its fourth annual Touch-A-Truck event on April 18 from 10 a.m. to noon at Columbiana Centre. This family-friendly event will feature a variety of emergency vehicles, along with food, music, and activities for all ages. The event will take place at 100 ColumbianaContinue Reading
Art Day (Free) | 11 AM – 4 PMVisitors can explore artist collections and enjoy live demonstrations at working studios and creative spaces, including: Stormwater Studios Lewis + Clark One Eared Cow Glass Live Art Mart (Free) | 11 AM – 4 PM516 Senate StreetThis juried art fair, created byContinue Reading
By Bill Danielson, Mayor of Irmo Earlier this year, municipal leaders from across South Carolina gathered at the State House for Hometown Legislative Action Day to talk with lawmakers about the real challenges cities and towns face — and the practical policy changes that can help us serve residents moreContinue Reading
Do you know a veteran who meets the requirements to take an Honor Flight? Please help spread the word about CSRA Honor Flight, a new organization dedicated to honoring our nation’s veterans. Their first flight is tentatively scheduled for September 12, 2026, and plans are quickly coming together to makeContinue Reading
A Collaborative Future for Our Natural Resources By Tom Mullikin Earth Day is a time to reflect on the state of our natural resources. Across the U.S., especially here in South Carolina, we are confronting a new environmental reality defined by intensifying storms, rising waters, and historic growth. These forcesContinue Reading
In recognition of Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month, Prisma Health will offer free head and neck cancer screenings on April 17 from 8 a.m. to noon at Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, located at 1501 Sumter Street. Screenings will take place in Beaman Auditorium on the ground floor. AppointmentsContinue Reading
Born and raised in Lexington County, local pharmacist Steven Asbill has filed to run for South Carolina House District 85, which includes parts of Irmo, Lexington, and Chapin. Asbill said he is running because many residents feel everyday concerns like traffic congestion, school crowding, rising costs, and shrinking access toContinue Reading
The Midlands Spring Plant & Flower Festival returns April 9–12 at the South Carolina State Farmers Market. The four-day event will feature a wide variety of vendors offering plants, garden essentials, Certified South Carolina produce, spring décor, and more. Clemson Extension Master Gardeners will also be on-site to answer questionsContinue Reading
By Jennifer Tardy That’s the daily dose researchers say may help keep your brain significantly younger. In a study of 960 older adults followed for nearly five years, those who ate about one serving of green leafy vegetables each day experienced a rate of cognitive decline comparable to someone 11Continue Reading
By Radley West When people think about getting healthier, they usually imagine something intense. Sweaty workouts, long runs, complicated routines, and unused gym memberships. Walking rarely makes the list, even though it may be one of the most beneficial things you can do for your body. Walking is simple, accessible,Continue Reading
The Lexington County Herb Bunch will host its 14th Annual Herb Festival on April 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The festival will feature a variety of herbs and vegetables, along with baked goods, educational presentations, and local vendors. Admission is free, and the event will be held rainContinue Reading