American Floral earns national wedding industry awards
COLUMBIA — American Floral has been named a 2026 winner of The Knot Best of Weddings and the 2026 WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award. According to the company, the recognition marks the business’s 16th consecutive Best of Weddings award and its 15th Couples’ Choice Award, earning Hall of Fame status with
Literacy SC Seats Executive Board for 2026 Term
Literacy SC, a statewide nonprofit dedicated to improving reading skills for learners of all ages, has announced its Executive Board leadership for the 2026 term as the organization launches a new three-year strategic plan aimed at expanding services across South Carolina. The 2026 appointments coincide with the rollout of Literacy
Young Pelion Racer Preston Blevins Eyes World Stage
By Thomas Grant Jr. At just 11 years old, Pelion native Kenneth “Preston” Blevins is already accelerating through the early stages of what looks to be a promising kart racing career. The young driver has captured three junior titles along with the 2025 U.S. and E-World championship in North Carolina.
Lexington County investigators seek tips on man’s 2025 disappearance
LEXINGTON — Lexington County investigators are asking for the public’s help in a missing person case that began more than a year ago. Drayton Lucas, 25, was last seen the morning of Feb. 8, 2025, according to his family. “Family members tell us they believe Drayton walked away from their
SC Sweep Returns March 21–29
South Carolinians are invited to roll up their sleeves and help clean up their communities during the 2026 SC Sweep, a 10-day statewide anti-litter campaign organized by PalmettoPride. Taking place March 21–29, the campaign coincides with the start of spring, when many residents are already spending more time outdoors. Families,
Girls Night Out with Ellen Skrmetti is Saturday
Harbison Theatre will welcome audiences for an evening of laughter, connection and candid storytelling with Girls Night Out with Ellen Skrmetti this Saturday, February 21 at 7:30 p.m. The performance brings Ellen Skrmetti’s signature brand of comedy to the Midlands, offering a night designed for friends to gather, unwind and
Samaritan’s Purse celebrates collection of 12.2 million shoeboxes
Samaritan’s Purse is celebrating the collection of more than 12.2 million Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts worldwide in 2025. The milestone reflects the generosity of millions of volunteers who packed shoeboxes with toys, school supplies and personal care items. In the United States, 10.9 million shoebox gifts were collected this
