By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net I never had time for golf, but I love the Masters. I never miss the Sunday round on TV. It almost always provides high drama. I speak for a lot of Georgians in the Central Savannah River Area when I say we take greatContinue Reading
Pictured are Managing Director Cece Mai, Leeza Gibbons, Chief Operating Officer Mel Price and Melissa Busby from Well Haven. Leeza Gibbons, founder of Leeza’s Care Connection, celebrated her birthday alongside her late mother’s legacy during a community gathering March 30. The event, Light Bites and Live Music with Leeza, wasContinue Reading
Kendra L. Dove, the current Richland County Treasurer, has announce her intention to seek re-election for another four-year term, emphasizing ongoing efforts to expand taxpayer services, modernize operations, and improve efficiency in tax payment processing. Dove, who served as Richland County Deputy Treasurer for 17 years, ran for Treasurer inContinue Reading
J. Kenneth “Kenny” Mullis Jr., chairman of the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District, has received the 2025 Hugh Hammond Bennett Southeast Regional Producer Award from the National Conservation Planning Partnership. The award recognizes Mullis’ leadership and commitment to the development and implementation of effective conservation practices. Mullis owns andContinue Reading
One Columbia for Arts and Culture has announced Larry Andrew Hembree as the 2026 recipient of the Stephen G. Morrison Visionary Award, recognizing his leadership, creativity, and lasting contributions to the region’s arts community. The award ceremony will take place March 20 from 6:30–8 p.m. at the Koger Center forContinue Reading
Eating for Healing: By Jennifer Tardy If you’re looking for something simple, nourishing, and packed with flavor, this week’s recipe is one you’ll want to keep on repeat. It’s the kind of meal that checks all the boxes—easy to prepare, minimal cleanup, and light yet satisfying. Even better, it delivers restaurant-qualityContinue Reading
If it feels like scam calls are becoming unavoidable, the data backs it up. Robocalls have increased 17% nationwide since 2020, according to a new report from WhistleOut. The report, which analyzed national robocall data and surveyed 1,000 U.S. adults, points to what researchers describe as a growing “robocall epidemic”Continue Reading
Over the past few years, local wellness coach Jennifer has heard a common concern from clients: “I know I need to make changes… I just don’t know where to start, or I’m not ready for a full program.” To meet that need, she’s launching a new membership program designed toContinue Reading
LEXINGTON, S.C. — Dining on the Dam returns Sunday, March 29 from 5–9 p.m., bringing hundreds of guests to the Lake Murray Dam for an evening of dining, live entertainment, and sunset views. “The Chamber is excited to host our annual Dining on the Dam event,” said Angelle LaBorde, presidentContinue Reading
CHAPIN, S.C. — The Lexington-Richland School District Five FFA chapter will host its annual Spring Plant Sale March 30 through April 1 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day at the greenhouse at the Center for Advanced Technical Studies, located at 916 Mount Vernon Church Road. The community isContinue Reading
MIDLANDS, S.C. — Dominion Energy will reopen its Lake Murray public parks for the 2026 recreation season beginning April 1. The Lexington-side beach and recreation area at Lake Murray Dam will operate through Labor Day on Sept. 7. Visitors must reserve $5 day passes in advance through Dominion Energy’s onlineContinue Reading
The Chapin High School NJROTC will be holding its Anchors Aweigh 5k & Fun Run starting at 8:30 am March 28 at the school. The event is a fundraiser for the Navy JROTC program for a field trip to Jacksonville, Florida. It is intended to be a fun-filled family friendlyContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Celebrate Celtic heritage in South Carolina’s Midlands during Tartan Day South, a four-day festival filled with cultural pride, athletic competition, live music, and family-friendly fun. The festival’s centerpiece takes place Saturday at the Historic Columbia Speedway, where the sights and sounds of traditional Highland games come aliveContinue Reading
IRMO, S.C. — Skateboarders of all ages and skill levels are invited to take part in The Boardr Series at Rawls Creek Park. This nationally recognized contest series offers a fun, inclusive, and community-driven skateboarding experience. About the Series The Boardr Series is designed as an all-ages, all-skills competition thatContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Taste of Lake Murray returns to the DoubleTree by Hilton Columbia on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 6 p.m. Presented by Lexington Health, this signature event brings together the region’s top culinary talent for an evening of exceptional flavors, live entertainment, and community spirit—all in support ofContinue Reading
Keith Vitali becomes the second Vitali brother to receive the Order of the Palmetto By Chris Carter Keith Vitali, world-champion martial artist, Hollywood martial-arts movie star, former #1-ranked U.S. karate champion, and one of BLACK BELT magazine’s top 10 fighters of all time, received the Order of the Palmetto duringContinue Reading