Vickie Davis Named Executive Director of Capital City/Lake Murray Country
COLUMBIA — Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) has announced the selection of Vickie Davis as its new Executive Director. Following a nationwide search, the CCLMC Executive Director Search Committee recommended Davis for the position, earning unanimous approval from the Board of Directors. With more than 25 years of experience in
State Treasurer Invites Teachers to Register for “Dear Mr. Treasurer” Classroom Activity
Columbia, S.C. (October 14, 2025) – Attention 3rd, 4th and 5th grade teachers! South Carolina State Treasurer Curtis Loftis is inviting teachers across the Palmetto State to take part in a fun and educational activity designed to spark student creativity and promote lifelong financial literacy skills. Sponsored by the Future
Golf Tips for Seniors: Arm Extension
By Robin All The photo demonstrates a fully extended right arm at about eye level. At this point in the swing, both the arm and the club are aimed toward the intended target. Rather than overthinking swing mechanics—backswing fundamentals, transition techniques, or how to start the downswing—try focusing on simply
School Cafeteria Employee Charged After Carrying Weapon on Campus
LEXINGTON, S.C. – A Sandhills Middle School cafeteria employee has been charged after allegedly bringing a loaded firearm onto school grounds. Andrea Brooks, 43, faces a charge of carrying a weapon on school property, according to the arrest warrant. “The school resource officer was notified after a district employee told
Cast iron cornbread
Photo: My grandmother and mother’s cornbread mold with an ear of Bradford heirloom corn. By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net Born of fire, master of fire, and survivor of fire, my vintage cast iron cornbread mold fed many a soul. Best I figure it came to be in the 1930s.
Columbia to Reopen Finlay Park This Weekend
COLUMBIA — The City of Columbia invites the community to celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of Finlay Park on Saturday, November 15 at 10 a.m. The weekend celebration marks the revitalization of one of Columbia’s most beloved landmarks, featuring new spaces for recreation, entertainment, and community connection. Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann,
Jingle Jam Returns for 2nd Annual Music Festival Supporting Individuals with Disabilities
Columbia event to feature local bands, cornhole tournament, and holiday festivities The Babcock Center will host its second annual Jingle Jam Music Festival on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at Steel Hands Brewing in West Columbia. This community celebration brings together live music, holiday cheer, and local engagement — all in
