Business
Estate planning for blended families
By Lisa Hostetler Brown, LawyerLisa Ask the Expert: How Do I Plan When My Children and Stepchildren Don’t Get Along? Expert Answer: Blended families are more common than ever, and with them come unique challenges—especially when it comes to estate planning. While love may bring families together, differing expectations, loyalty
Education
Amy Splittgerber Steps Down as Executive Director of Healthy Learners
COLUMBIA, S.C. — After five years of dedicated leadership, Amy Splittgerber is stepping down as Executive Director of Healthy Learners, the organization announced this week. Since joining in 2019, Splittgerber has overseen significant growth in the nonprofit’s mission to eliminate health-related barriers to learning for children across South Carolina. Under
Sports
Irmo’s Bross headed to Gamecocks
By Thomas Grant Jr. After one season in Athens, Ga., Precious Bross is back home. Next season, the former Irmo High School All-State infielder will play in familiar surroundings. On Monday, Bross announced on social media that she was now a member of the University of South Carolina. In choosing
Public Safety
Lightning Strike at Lake Murray Injures 20
LAKE MURRAY – A sudden lightning strike injured 20 people at the Lake Murray Public Park near the Dreher Shoals Dam around 5 p.m. on Monday, June 24. Emergency officials say the lightning bolt came from a random storm cloud on an otherwise sunny afternoon, striking the water and causing
Community News
SCDNR partners with SC7 2025
The state’s Department of Natural Resources to partner with annual statewide expedition The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) announced its partnership with the annual SC7 Expedition, from the mountains to the sea: The announcement made June 26, 2025. According to SCDNR officials: The SC7 team – including Global
Entertainment
Fireworks with the Phil Returns July 2 at Segra Park
SC Philharmonic to Light Up the Sky with Music and Fireworks COLUMBIA – A dazzling Independence Day celebration is set for Tuesday, July 2 as the South Carolina Philharmonic returns to Segra Park for its popular Fireworks with the Phil concert. This family-friendly event combines patriotic music, an extended fireworks
Civic
Goodwill names Derek Stapleton as Vice President of Finance
Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) has announced the appointment of Derek Stapleton as the organization’s new Vice President of Finance. With more than 25 years of experience in financial management, Stapleton brings expertise in strategic planning, organizational leadership, and fiscal oversight. His track record of implementing financial practices
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