By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott helped launch the Life Engagements Town Hall series at Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community in West Columbia, Wednesday, May 3. “The Sheriff did a fantastic job of sharing safety tips with seniors,” said Eli Wishart, a retired U.S. Army SpecialContinue Reading
ECPI University’s Columbia campus cybersecurity team, D0wn the L1ine, earned first place at the Palmetto Cyber Defense Competition (PCDC) April 16. ECPI University surpassed nine other universities – including Clemson University, The Citadel, University of South Carolina, and the United States Naval Academy – to take home the gold. PCDCContinue Reading
The Chapin Eagles will soon enjoy a new and improved home field with the renovation and expansion of Cecil Woolbright Field Stadium. Construction is expected to be completed in August 2023. The project includes the following: Increase seating capacity to approximately 6,500 seats Replacement of the home press box InstallationContinue Reading
Major Mark Craddock from Salvation Army spoke at the April 27th meeting. Under Ron Saxton’s leadership, The Chapin Sunrise Rotary has participated in the Salvation Army’s bell-ringing program for a number of years, and 2022 was a record year for our club’s bell-ringing program. Ron also received a personalized RotaryContinue Reading
Fun was had by all at the 125th Convention of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs of South Carolina with these ladies in Mt. Pleasant. Stand tall and wear your crown at Luau Night!Continue Reading
”Spirit of the Lake”, is the newest public art installation and addition to the Chapin Arts Trail. Artist Olga Yukhno created this six-foot tall sculpture that’s now home on the corner of Springhill Construction. This was made possible through Crooked Creek Art League, Central Carolina Community Foundation, and South CarolinaContinue Reading
The night leading up to Championship Sunday at the Marathon Bassmaster Elite at Lake Murray, Drew Benton was angry. He could hardly sleep. After claiming the Day 2 lead with back-to-back bags over 23 pounds, Benton barely made the cut for the final day after catching just 14 pounds on Semifinal Saturday. HeContinue Reading