By Robin All If you study the photo above, you will notice that the chin is preventing the shoulders from fully turning with the back facing the target. This occurs when the head is held too low. The chin should be up, with the eyes looking down at the ball.Continue Reading
A trio of music-filled evenings celebrating artistic brilliance and community COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Philharmonic will present the Andy Armstrong Festival, a three-concert celebration of musical excellence and collaboration featuring acclaimed pianist and chamber music curator Andy Armstrong. Taking place in January 2026, the festival offers audiences anContinue Reading
(Photos by Edward Walker) By Thomas Grant Jr. New head coach Terrance Jones has hit the ground running with the Chapin girls’ basketball team. The combination of strong commitment from returning and new players since the summer has created a winning atmosphere around the program. “We had a consistent 30-35Continue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Chapin Wrestling has put together a strong season, showing steady improvement and consistent results on the mat. (Photo by Edward Walker) SCMAT.com Wrestling RankingsClass 5A – Division IIContinue Reading
The 11th Circuit Solicitor’s Office, in partnership with Brookland Baptist Church and several legal organizations, will host a Record Expungement Fair on Monday, January 19, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The free Day of Service event will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at BrooklandContinue Reading
By Bill Connor On January 3, 2026 the US Department of Justice, supported by the US military, arrested and exfiltrated Venezuelan Dictator, Nicholas Maduro, and his wife, Cilia Florez. The arrest took place in the middle of the night at the guarded compound where Maduro and his wife were sleeping.Continue Reading
By Jennifer Tardy What if I told you there’s a toxin in 95% of homes that could be causing: Chronic fatigue Brain fog Respiratory issues Mood problems Digestive dysfunction Autoimmune symptoms Would you want to know what it is? The toxin is mold. Not the obvious black mold you canContinue Reading
Popular Midlands-area School Resource Officer attends international police conference in Seoul By W. Thomas Smith Jr. I love Korea. I love and respect the country for its deep, rich history and culture (food and art included), and for the very nature of who the Korean people are and have beenContinue Reading
Prisma Health Urgent Care has opened a new center in Ballentine, expanding access to same-day care for residents in the Irmo and Dutch Fork communities. The facility, located at 1085 Dutch Fork Road, opened December 15 and provides walk-in treatment for non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries. The Ballentine location operates dailyContinue Reading
Rivchland County Administrator Leonardo Brown has graduated from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy as a member of Basic Detention Class 482. The academy’s Basic Detention program is a three-week course designed to provide officer candidates with the knowledge, skills and training required to serve as certified detention officers inContinue Reading
By Jennifer Tardy Many people visit their doctor feeling persistently fatigued, foggy, or unwell, only to be told their lab work falls within “normal” ranges. According to local functional nutrition practitioner Jennifer Tardy, those results may not always reflect optimal health. Tardy, founder of Eating for Healing Nutrition and Wellness,Continue Reading
Local restaurant owners, food truck operators, caterers, and other food-based businesses can learn how to attract media attention at Lights, Camera, Flavor., a media masterclass set for January 12 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Cathy Novinger Leadership Center, 1107 Williams Street, Columbia. Hosted by Khali Gallman, CEO ofContinue Reading
May the holiday season close out the year on a cheerful note and usher in a bright New Year. Wishing you happiness, peace, and all the best this holiday season. Happy Holidays!Continue Reading
Richland County EMS staff delivered multiple ambulance loads of toys and gifts on December 15 as part of the county’s annual Stuff an Ambulance holiday toy drive. The delivery took place at the Richland County Judicial Center in downtown Columbia. The donated items will benefit children involved in Richland CountyContinue Reading
Carl’s uncle, S.W., and Alene Amick took Carl to his first movie at the Chapin movie theatre to see a Bing Crosby movie. Our “modern” culture has most people isolated in their homes on Sunday, visiting the TV, and computer screens. However, Sunday afternoons were reserved for visiting familyContinue Reading
By Liesha Wessinger-Huffstetler Residents in and around Chapin have several opportunities in the coming days to support the community, learn new skills, and get involved with local organizations. Self-Defense Classes for WomenLooking ahead to the new year, SASS Go is offering women’s self-defense classes on February 21, 2026, from 2–4Continue Reading