The Columbia VA Healthcare System is inviting the community to a special Korean War Remembrance Ceremony on June 25. The event will take place at the Dorn VA Medical Center, located at 6439 Garners Ferry Road, starting at 11:00 AM. This occasion serves to honor the sacrifices and service ofContinue Reading
Columbia, SC — Mark your calendars for a delightful day of fun, food, and shopping at the Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) Visitor’s Center. Join us on Thursday, June 20, for a Summer Porch Party and Gift Shop Sale from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at our location, 2184 North Lake Drive, near the picturesque Lake MurrayContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – Get ready for an exciting weekend of food and fun at the Southeastern BBQ Showdown, set to take place on June 14-15 at Segra Park. This inaugural event promises a unique blend of culinary excellence and live entertainment, making it a must-attend for locals and visitors alike.Continue Reading
Largest Fireworks Show in South Carolina, Presented by Lexington Medical Center Columbia, SC – The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board is thrilled to announce the 36th Annual 4th of July Celebration on Lake Murray, presented by Lexington Medical Center. The event will take place on Saturday, June 29,Continue Reading
Columbia, SC – Renowned saxophonist and Columbia native Chris Potter will grace the stage at Harbison Theatre on June 15 at 7:30 PM. He will be performing with the SC Jazz Masterworks Ensemble for their season finale concert, promising an unforgettable evening of jazz. Chris Potter, who began his careerContinue Reading
Midlands, SC – Get ready to celebrate the second annual Black Eats Week 803 (BEW803) from June 17-23, as part of the Juneteenth festivities! This exciting event highlights our community’s incredible culinary heritage of Black-owned food businesses. Established in 2023, BEW803 shines a spotlight on Black entrepreneurs in the foodContinue Reading
By Kelly Weber The game’s afoot! The Chapin Branch Library hosted its second annual Murder Mystery Lock-In on June 5. Patrons used their investigative skills to figure out the geology-themed crime “Bedrock Betrayal: A Geologist’s Final Layers” created by Josie Seacrist and Vickie Stockman. After the library closed, the roomContinue Reading
By Kelly Weber Students in Elizabeth Harlow’s baking class had a delicious time learning new recipes, valuable kitchen skills and the joy of making new friends in the summer camp for kids aged 9-13 that ran from June 3-6 at Crooked Creek Park. Harlow offers another class for this ageContinue Reading
Columbia, SC (June, 2024) – The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is inviting public input on the future of transportation in South Carolina through its multimodal transportation survey as part of the Momentum 2050 plan. This statewide initiative aims to shape the future of South Carolina’s transportation network. SCDOTContinue Reading
By Kelly Weber “Adventure Begins at Your Library” is the theme for this year’s Lexington County Public Library’s summer reading program. The kickoff party at the Chapin Branch Library on June 3 was a huge success! Upon registering, participants of all ages received a paper tracking card as well asContinue Reading
Car enthusiasts are in for a treat as some of the finest BMWs and Porsches in the Midlands Region will be on display at Irmo Community Park on Sunday, June 30, from noon until 4:00 pm. This family-friendly event invites the public to enjoy a day in the fresh airContinue Reading
The 36th annual 4th of July Celebration on Lake Murray is scheduled for June 29, promising to be South Carolina’s largest fireworks show. The spectacular display will begin at dark, around 9:30 pm, with fireworks launched from two locations: Spence and Dreher Island. The show will be synchronized to patrioticContinue Reading
Leesville – The 19th Annual Weekend With The Pros is set to return to Lake Murray at Captain’s Choice Marine on June 7 and 8. This exciting, family-friendly event will feature world-class wakeboarders Bec Gange and Parker Swope, offering attendees the chance to experience the thrill of wakeboarding up close.Continue Reading
Columbia – The South Carolina State Museum is set to honor World War II veterans with a special event commemorating the 80th Anniversary of D-Day on June 8, from 10 am to 5 pm. The day’s festivities will include special performances, the opening of a new exhibition, and an exclusiveContinue Reading
Richland County – Get ready for a weekend of farm-fresh fun and artistic flair as Richland County hosts the annual S.C. Ag + Art Tour on June 8-9, from 9 am to 4 pm. This year’s event features 20 farm- and arts-related sites and showcases over 100 local artisans. NowContinue Reading
By Al Dozier Five Lexington County Council seats will be contested in the upcoming June 11 Republican primary. Michael Bishop, the former mayor of the town of Springdale, is running against incumbent Scott Whetstone in District 1 in the Gaston-Pelion-Swansea area. Bishop owns and operates Dust to Dust, a greenContinue Reading