Ask the Expert: How Can I Protect My Family If I’m Diagnosed with Dementia?
By Lisa Hostetler Brown, LawyerLisa Elder Law & Estate Planning Center Expert Answer: In 2022, the world learned that actor Bruce Willis had been diagnosed with aphasia, a condition that affects speech and language. A year later, his family shared that his condition had progressed to frontotemporal dementia (FTD), a
Six Aspiring Aviators Receive 2025 Scholarships from S.C. Aviation Association
CHARLESTON — The South Carolina Aviation Association (SCAA) has announced its 2025 scholarship recipients, recognizing six standout students from across the state who are taking flight toward careers in aviation. The scholarships, funded by donations and special events such as a golf outing sponsored by WK Dickson and a silent
Blowfish Alumnus Ethan Petry Drafted by Nationals; Alumni Game Set for Saturday
By Thomas Grant Jr. For 20 years, the Lexington County Blowfish has not only served as a source of entertainment in the Midlands community. It’s also served as a gateway to reaching the next level of Major League Baseball. Several future professional players have donned the Blowfish colors before getting
Investigation underway into inmate death
LEXINGTON, S.C. – A 25-year-old inmate at the Lexington County Detention Center died Friday after being transported to a local hospital. Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher identified the man as Morgan Daniel Kannaday of Gaston. According to Sheriff Jay Koon, Kannaday was arrested on June 29 by South Carolina Highway
Secretary of State Urges Donors to “Give Wisely” After Texas Flooding
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond is reminding the public to be cautious when donating to disaster relief efforts following severe flooding in Kerr County, Texas. “The families devastated by the flash floods in the Texas Hill Country need our help,” Hammond said. “Unfortunately, scammers are already trying to
Mystery Returns to Main Street in Murder Dinner Theater Encore
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Back by popular demand, Murder on Main Street returns for an encore presentation on Thursday, July 25 at The Venue on Main, located in the heart of downtown Columbia. Presented by the Friends of the Irmo Branch Library in partnership with LTC Hospitality Solutions, this immersive Mystery
Cancer of Many Colors Welcomes New Development Officer
LEXINGTON, S.C. – Cancer of Many Colors (CMC), a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting cancer patients and their families, has announced the appointment of Whitnei Jeffcoat Wingard as its new chief development officer. In her new role, Wingard will lead efforts to raise awareness of CMC’s mission, coordinate events, manage
