Columbia, S.C. — Virginia Wingard Memorial United Methodist Church is expanding its mission by transforming into a hub for performing arts. The newly established Broad River Arts Center will debut on September 5 with the musical revue “Showtune,” a tribute to Broadway composer Jerry Herman. Located at 1500 Broad RiverContinue Reading
By Curtis LoftisState Treasurer Imagine the challenge of navigating life without savings or investments. Not long ago, this was a reality for millions of Americans living with disabilities. If they saved more than $2,000, their eligibility for critical benefits such as Supplemental Security Income, healthcare, food and housing assistance couldContinue Reading
The National Weather Service is predicting continued rain and potential flooding from Tropical Storm Debby for our area through Thursday, August 8, 2024. As a result, School District Five of Lexington & Richland Counties schools and offices, including the FIVE virtual program, will be closed on Thursday, August 8, 2024.Continue Reading
Lake Murray Elementary Teacher Wins Neon Apple Columbia, S.C. — Lake Murray Elementary School (District Five) art teacher Sherry Hope was honored by the Columbia Fireflies and given a Neon Apple. Hope was recognized at the Fireflies game July 28 and presented with a Neon Apple Award and a $250 prizeContinue Reading
Columbia, S.C. — For 27 years, the Healthy Start model has been transforming the lives of mothers, babies, fathers, families, and the community in the Midlands. Prisma Health continues this vital work with a $5.5 million federal grant from the Maternal and Child Health Bureau of the Health Resources andContinue Reading
By Sarah Ostergaard As summer winds down and families gear up to return to school, we look forward to a new school year fresh with opportunity. As we keep a watchful eye on the weather this week, hopefully backpacks have been filled with supplies, the wardrobe has been refreshed withContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – A collision occurred at the intersection of I-26 and the Piney Grove Rd. exit on Tuesday morning, causing significant traffic disruptions. The incident involved a semi-truck parked on the shoulder of the interstate when a pickup truck collided with it. The crash led to the blockage ofContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – A shooting occurred at Harbison Gardens on Saturday, August 3, leaving one person injured. Police responded to the incident and discovered a male victim who had been shot multiple times. The victim was promptly transported to Prisma Health Richland, where he is currently listed in stable condition.Continue Reading
Lexington County, SC – The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is currently investigating an officer-involved shooting that took place on the morning of Friday, August 2, 2024, in Lexington County. Officers from the Lexington Medical Center Department of Public Safety responded to a call at the medical center’s EmergencyContinue Reading
TV Star, Christian Entrepreneur, and Author Here to Support Providence Home Columbia – Duck Dynasty star Willie Robertson is making an exclusive appearance in Columbia to benefit Providence Home, a Christ-focused ministry that provides temporary housing and permanent hope for men overcoming the challenges of drugs, alcohol, and incarceration. Robertson’sContinue Reading
Members of the Chapin soccer teams had the exciting opportunity to serve as ball boys and girls during the August 3 matchup between Liverpool and Manchester United at Williams-Brice Stadium. Lucas Rogers, Jacob Braden, Jalen Tucker, Logan Barilla, Lila Bowers, Addison Bagnal, and Macie Rogers were the ball boys andContinue Reading
Mirci has announced that it will receive $160,000 from United Way of the Midlands to support its program operations for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The grant will be used to support the general operations of Mirci’s clinical mental health services and programs throughout the coming year. “Having been a partnerContinue Reading
The University of South Carolina has announced the third annual “A Celebration of Dawn Staley” featuring Robin Roberts, co-anchor of ABC’s Good Morning America. Roberts will join Staley for a fireside chat to discuss Staley’s life and career at this fundraising event, scheduled for August 13. The event will takeContinue Reading
The Town of Irmo recently honored Sheila Foster for her outstanding accomplishments in the University of South Carolina’s women’s basketball program, presenting her with a proclamation from the town. Foster, who played at USC from 1978 to 1982, rewrote South Carolina’s women’s basketball record book, establishing herself as one ofContinue Reading
Columbia-based full-service communications and marketing agency, Flock and Rally, proudly announces the addition of Halleigh Carlson to their advertising department as the agency’s new integrated media buyer. “Halleigh’s ability to seamlessly integrate creative strategies with data-driven insights is already elevating our client work,” said Merritt McNeely, CEO of Flock andContinue Reading
By Eileen Renders Much of the information contained in this article has been provided to us on the website https://www.health.harvard.edu/topics/nutrition#nutrition0. Because the information on this topic is extensive, I am cutting to the bone with what we all need to know about good nutrition, and why it is so importantContinue Reading