Lexington-Richland School District Five is set to host its second district Magnet Fair on Thursday, January 4, 2023, providing families within the district a valuable opportunity to explore the diverse elementary magnet and choice offerings available at several schools. The in-person Magnet Fair will take place at the Center forContinue Reading
Get ready for a festive extravaganza as Old Timey Christmas, presented by Sozo Family Fitness, returns to the charming Town of Chapin next weekend, December 9th. On Beaufort Street, from 5 pm to 8 pm, the atmosphere will be brimming with holiday magic, featuring local food delights and sponsored holidayContinue Reading
Tis the season at Columbia Metropolitan Airport, and the festive spirit is in full swing! The airport team is delighted to bring holiday joy to all passengers with a heartwarming kickoff event for the season. The celebration, last night, was a merry affair filled with delightful activities. Passengers and visitorsContinue Reading
By Congressman Joe Wilson November 30, 2023 The Biden administration continues to push policies that hurt American families and destroy jobs. These poor decisions affect Americans close to home as we enter the holiday season of Christmas and Hanukkah. Under Biden, the country just experienced the second-most expensive Thanksgiving everContinue Reading
Lexington County deputies have filed charges against a Leesville man in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred earlier this month. Jesse Lou Gregory, 34, faces multiple charges, including murder, grand larceny, possession of a weapon during a violent crime, and circumventing an electronic monitoring device, as indicated by theContinue Reading
In a celebration of outstanding contributions to the Chapin community, Chapin Intermediate School proudly announces Dr. Sandra Markowitz and Parker Ray as the Chapin Chamber’s Teacher and Student of the Month. Dr. Sandra Markowitz: Digital Integration Specialist and Problem Solver Chapin Intermediate School is honored to name Dr. Sandra MarkowitzContinue Reading
Annie Mack Seawell was proudly recognized as Piney Woods Elementary School’s Student of the Month during the Chapin Sunrise Rotary Club’s November meeting. This accolade is a tribute to Annie’s exceptional kindness, self-confidence, and unwavering commitment to doing what is right. Annie’s standout qualities include her genuine kindness, making aContinue Reading
Prepare your taste buds for an unforgettable experience at the Taste of Lake Murray, presented by Lexington Medical Center, scheduled for March 21 at 6 pm at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Columbia. Tickets are now available, offering a night filled with delectable flavors, live music, and a chance toContinue Reading
Lexington-Richland School District Five Adult Education Program was recognized by the South Carolina Office of Adult Education and earned the 2022-2023 English as a Second Language (ESL) Award. This award is presented to the top five ESL programs in the state with the highest aggregate average for academic growth. UponContinue Reading
The Historic Melrose Art in the Yard will once again welcome artists and artisans to show and sell their original work in the downtown Columbia neighborhood. The event will be held December 3 from 1 to 5 pm with art and food at a family friendly event. Historic Melrose ArtContinue Reading
From November 13 – December 12, the Midlands Gaming Coalition (MGC) will be holding its annual Toy Drive for MUSC’s Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital. There will be drop off locations around Columbia including every McWhirter, Bellinger & Associates office, and The Side Deck in Lexington. Gamez Block is offering 10Continue Reading
On Thursday, November 9, the festivities in Chapin unfolded with excitement. The day kicked off with a ribbon-cutting and Open House for the Chapin Old Town Hall at 12:30 pm. Visitors had the opportunity to explore the renovations made to this historic building, witnessing its transformation. As guests wandered through,Continue Reading
The SC State Fair was held at the South Carolina State Fair Grounds in Columbia, SC from Oct 11th- 22nd 2023. Matthew Bodiford took second place in – Department: Agriculture Division: 521 – Vegetables – Tray, Bunch, or Individual Specimens ENTRY# Class: 2121 – Mega Pumpkin, (1) Largest by Weight 251Continue Reading
Chief Quartermaster Bryan Williamson (left), from Columbia, South Carolina, stands quartermaster of the watch alongside Cmdr. Nicholas Maruca while the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105) conducts routine underway operations. Dewey is forward-deployed and assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest DESRON andContinue Reading
FBI Director Christopher Wray visited the FBI’s Columbia Field Office to celebrate the official opening of the new facility in a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Wray, joined by federal, state, and local partners, highlighted recent successes of criminal investigations by the field office and reaffirmed the Bureau’s commitment to the people ofContinue Reading
As the festivities of the holiday season begin, Home Instead encourages residents in Richland and Lexington counties to participate in the Be a Santa to a Senior program and share joy by giving a gift with older adults in the community who may not have anyone to celebrate with. “TheContinue Reading