Katie Brave brings experience supporting children, teens and families COLUMBIA — The South Carolina Pediatric Alliance (SCPA) has added Katie Brave, a licensed professional counselor, to its team. Brave specializes in supporting women, children and teens through mental health challenges, using psychotherapy approaches based on cognitive behavioral and family systemsContinue Reading
A rare sight today, the burn barrel By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net We had one. It stood on bricks near a tangled thicket of fragrant honeysuckle. I remember its strangely pleasant smell of burning paper, melting plastic, and blazing trash. I still hear the pop of exploding aerosols. TheContinue Reading
By Mike DuBose In 2026, artificial intelligence (AI) seems to be everywhere, built into countless products and all over the media. How does it work, and what will it mean for us, our children, and grandchildren? The technology is advancing at lightning speed. Are we witnessing another Industrial Revolution? WhenContinue Reading
By Robin All Timing is the final step in achieving consistent contact, direction and distance in your golf swing. Look closely at the photo. The wrists have not quite released, and the club is approaching impact on the downswing. The hands are reasonably square to the clubface, suggesting a straightContinue Reading
Early voting runs through Oct. 31 at six locations across the county LEXINGTON — With the Nov. 3 statewide general election approaching, Lexington County Registration and Elections is reminding voters to check their registration, review their sample ballots and make a plan to vote. Voters can register or verify theirContinue Reading
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
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