Columbia, S.C. – If you’ve ever dreamed of becoming a firefighter, now’s your chance to answer the call. The Columbia-Richland Fire Department (CRFD) has reopened its application period for new hires. Both entry-level applicants and experienced firefighters are encouraged to apply. Candidates with prior experience and the necessary certifications mayContinue Reading
Columbia, S.C. – Adults who want to improve their reading skills have a new, free opportunity thanks to Literacy SC’s Turning Pages Reading Lab, launching August 18 at Richland Library Main. Classes will be held every Monday and Friday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in Room M, and will continueContinue Reading
NEWBERRY, S.C. – The curtain is rising on a brand-new season at the Newberry Opera House, and this year’s lineup promises something for everyone. Now in its 26th season, the historic venue continues to bring world-class entertainment to the Midlands, welcoming chart-topping artists, rising stars, and globally inspired performers toContinue Reading
Columbia, S.C. — One Columbia for Arts and Culture is turning the page to an exciting new chapter as it expands its commitment to supporting the city’s vibrant creative community. With a new headquarters, the launch of a grassroots artist grant, and the next round of its popular artist-in-residence program,Continue Reading
COLUMBIA – On July 29, city and county leaders gathered with community members to celebrate a major milestone in downtown Columbia’s revitalization: the redevelopment of 1401 Main Street into a state-of-the-art Municipal Complex and the debut of ōLiv Columbia, a mixed-use project by Core Spaces. Hosted at 1400 Main Street,Continue Reading
Before the dejection set in. By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net May 2011. Jennifer’s email cut to the chase “We want you to write a play for Georgia’s Official Folk Life Play, Swamp Gravy.” “Me, write a play,” I replied. “I don’t even go to plays.” “That’s okay. We loveContinue Reading
By James Bahm What’s the most important step of your sales process? All of them, you might say, and to a certain extent, I can see why you would say that. However, let me ask you this: How many times have you had a meeting that got off toContinue Reading
Popular ON PATROL: LIVE star Captain Danny Brown honored during ceremony By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) Captain and U.S. Army 1st Sergeant Danny R. Brown Jr. was heralded as “a great leader and a true professional” by U.S. Army Brigadier General Jed J. Schaertl duringContinue Reading
COLUMBIA – On July 24, regional leaders from the Midlands Business Leadership Group (MBLG) and the River Alliance gathered at the Saluda Riverwalk to unveil 3RVRS, a new brand identity aimed at uniting and elevating the riverfront communities of Lexington and Richland counties, including the cities of Cayce, Columbia, andContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The Lexington County Blowfish earned a third consecutive post-season trip in the Coastal Plain League. Having won in 2023 and finished runner-up last season, this year’s quest began in a West Division single-elimination game at Lexington County Baseball Stadium. The opponent was the third-year CPL member,Continue Reading