A major identity theft and fraud ring based in Columbia has led to the federal conviction of ten individuals involved in schemes spanning multiple states, including South Carolina, North Carolina, Florida, Texas, Georgia, Virginia, Missouri, and New York. This criminal operation, active from July 2020 through August 2023, used stolenContinue Reading
Volunteers are preparing to collect Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts during National Collection Week, November 18 – 25. More than 4,700 drop-off locations will open across the country in November, and shoebox packers can find their local drop-off locations nearest them. Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child has been collecting andContinue Reading
The Miss Spring Hill Pageant recently donated $1,500 to Lighthouse for Life, a nonprofit organization devoted to combating human trafficking and supporting survivors. This pageant aims to make a positive community impact each year. The donation will aid the organization in providing resources and educational programs to combat human traffickingContinue Reading
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden recently celebrated the hatching of a Toco toucan chick, marking the first time in over a decade that this species has successfully bred at the zoo. Proud parents Ramsay and Dora, who arrived at Riverbanks in 2018 and 2019, were introduced in June 2019, and afterContinue Reading
The Chapin community came together to celebrate young writers from Chapin Elementary at the Chapin’s Voices Community Writer’s Workshop on Thursday, November 7th, held at Chapin Town Hall. The event showcased the creative work of fourth-grade students, allowing families and community members to see the writing process in action, fromContinue Reading
The Bored Teachers Comedy Tour, known for bringing much-needed laughs to educators, is returning with a brand-new show titled “The Struggle is Real!” The tour will stop in Columbia, SC, on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at the Koger Center for the Arts, offering a night of humor that resonates withContinue Reading
By Dr. Cindye Richburg Cotton Executive Director Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment Center We have reached another Thanksgiving. It is traditionally the time to give thanks for all the great things that have transpired in our lives during the year and in some cases even longer. At the Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment Center (BLEC), weContinue Reading
By Mike DuBose with Dermatologist Allison Cashman, MD During our interviews, a heartbroken mother described how her 40-year-old daughter, with young teenagers, was dying from melanoma. The disease originated with an innocent-looking mole, until the colors changed from an even-toned tan to a concoction of tan, black, red, and white.Continue Reading
Lexington-Richland School District Five is hosting two Magnet Fairs to showcase its specialized programs for students in grades 6-12 and elementary school. These fairs offer families a chance to explore the district’s various magnet offerings and speak directly with representatives from each program. The first fair will take place onContinue Reading
By Radley West Anytime Fitness It’s no secret that getting outside feels good, but did you know that outdoor exercise can actually work wonders for your mental health? Whether you’re walking, running, biking, or even doing yoga in the park, moving your body in nature provides benefits that go wayContinue Reading
Lexington-Richland School District Five marching bands achieved impressive results in the South Carolina Band Directors Association (SCBDA) 3A and 4A State Championships on October 26, 2024. Chapin High School’s Pride of the Midlands Marching Band was named the 4A Lower State Champion and took Runner-Up in the 4A State Championship.Continue Reading
By Tom Poland: A Southern Writer TomPoland.net The weather experts predict a warmer winter than usual. That assures me we’ll get snow this winter. Meteorology is the science of studying the atmosphere’s processes and phenomena. Remember the projected path of Helene? Tells you a lot. How would you like toContinue Reading
A teen went from homeless to serving as a Marine. Here’s how a Lexington County deputy set him up for success LEXINGTON, S.C. – A life-changing opportunity for a homeless teen in South Carolina started with a shoplifting call to the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department. Deputy John SandersContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. For Mookie Wilson and Bill Spiers, the road to Major League Baseball began with South Carolina American Legion. Both played for Orangeburg Post 4 before going on to college and professional careers. A state champion at Bamberg-Ehrhardt, Wilson went from Spartanburg Methodist College to the UniversityContinue Reading
Students explore the concepts of citizenship and teamwork through hands-on learning experience In a dynamic and engaging learning experience, first-grade students at Piney Woods Elementary School recently completed an exciting unit in the school’s new reading series, Neighborhoods, which incorporated elements of social studies, community building, and citizenship. The unitContinue Reading
Lexington, SC — A teacher at Irmo Middle School, Jermaine Cornelius Singletary, has been charged with assaulting two students on separate occasions. Singletary, 51, faces two counts of third-degree assault, according to arrest warrants issued by the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department. Sheriff Jay Koon confirmed that an investigation was launchedContinue Reading