By Wade Thompson With our situation of the shortage of manpower, we had learned to wear multiple hats on short notice. I went from being noticed for being appointed to drive a two-star General around to having to stand listening post as security for our compound. This memory illustrates myContinue Reading
Haunted History tours set for Oct. 22-23; walking tour planned for Nov. 13 LEXINGTON — The Lexington County Museum will host two events this fall exploring the area’s history through ghost stories, local mysteries and tales of murder. The 19th annual Haunted History Halloween program will be held Oct. 22-23,Continue Reading
Hollywood star and karate legend Keith Vitali presented S.C.’s highest award this year, also knighted in Italy and honored in the Czech Republic By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Hall of Famer and 10th-degree black belt Keith Vitali has recently received a number of lofty international honors, adding to his alreadyContinue Reading
Ewing Minor celebrates his victory at the 2026 Newport Bassmaster Kayak Series Championship presented by Native Watercraft on Lake Murray, where he also secured the Angler of the Year title. Photo by Mark Cisneros/B.A.S.S. GILBERT — Ewing Minor won the 2026 Newport Bassmaster Kayak Series Championship presented by Native Watercraft,Continue Reading
Soon, South Carolinians will elect a new governor and members of the legislature. These leaders will dictate the future of our state’s medical research, which is saving lives and creating jobs here. For example, MUSC Hollings Cancer Center recently played a role in a major medical breakthrough. In August, aContinue Reading
Understanding the connection between hunger, emotions and food choices As cooler weather settles in, many people find themselves reaching for comfort foods such as warm soup, homemade bread, pasta or something sweet after dinner. But why do we crave certain foods, sometimes even when we’re not hungry? Food cravings aren’tContinue Reading
Eating for Healing: Why Do We Crave Certain Foods? Understanding the connection between hunger, emotions and food choices As cooler weather settles in, many people find themselves reaching for comfort foods such as warm soup, homemade bread, pasta or something sweet after dinner. But why do we crave certain foods,Continue Reading
110,000-square-foot outdoor retailer expected to create more than 120 jobs Bass Pro Shops plans to open a 110,000-square-foot retail store on Broad River Road in Irmo in late 2027, bringing a major outdoor recreation destination to the greater Columbia area. The Missouri-based retailer announced the project Oct. 15. The newContinue Reading
Guided river excursion will explore autumn colors and local wildlife Saluda Shoals Park will host a guided fall foliage paddle Saturday, Oct. 25, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participants will enjoy autumn colors along the river while learning about the area’s natural history, exploring a river island and observingContinue Reading
Footwear purchases and customer donations will benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank Mast General Store and Merrell are teaming up for the 17th annual Food for Kids campaign to help fight childhood hunger. From Oct. 12-25, Merrell will donate $15 to a children’s fund at a local food security agency forContinue Reading
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