Today we honor the life and legacy of Gilbert “Butch” Wallace, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, friend, and public servant whose impact on our community will be felt for generations. Butch is survived by his beloved wife of 48 years, Carolyn Wallace, their two daughters, Heather Wallace and Michelle Boone,Continue Reading
The South Carolina State Fair has announced the recipients of its 2026 Ride of Your Life Scholarship program, awarding $540,000 in scholarships to 54 graduating high school seniors from across the state. Each recipient will receive a $10,000 scholarship to support their education at a South Carolina public or privateContinue Reading
The Arbor Day Foundation has named Columbia a 2025 Tree City USA community, recognizing the city’s ongoing commitment to planting, maintaining, and protecting trees for the benefit of residents and the environment. The designation marks the 47th consecutive year Columbia has received the honor through the Arbor Day Foundation’s TreeContinue Reading
Nearly 400 guests attend dinner and ceremony inducting a two-star Medal of Honor recipient, a fighter pilot-POW, and 12 other heroic military leaders from the Palmetto State By Christopher David Carter Amidst much pomp, ceremony, and more than 380 well-heeled guests and VIPs, the South Carolina Military Veterans Hall ofContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. barrage of runs and funds to support local farming in highlighted the latest homestand by the Lexington County Blowfish. The Blowfish went 3-1 overall, 2-1 in Coastal Plain League play, at Lexington County Baseball Stadium. It started with a dramatic 11-10 victory over High Point-Thomasville. DownContinue Reading
By Robin All Playing last Friday was a clear reminder that summer has arrived. As we get older, it’s important to take precautions we may have overlooked in our younger years. Start with proper sun protection. Always wear a hat—preferably one with a full brim. Visors leave the top ofContinue Reading
The one-room schoolhouse, legendary, and iconic. By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net I visited the Bart Garrison Agricultural Museum of South Carolina in Pendleton a few weeks back. If you’re a product of the rural South as I am, the museum takes you on a long walk down memory lane.Continue Reading
After months of negotiation, Lexington Health and Cigna have reached a multi-year agreement. As a result, Lexington Medical Center and affiliated physician practices will be in-network with Cigna starting July 1, 2026. Lexington Health patients are receiving notifications via MyChart and mailed letters. Patients who previously had appointments or proceduresContinue Reading
Lisa Livingston Fusco,Senior Director of Development and Communications at Epworth Children’s Home receives a scholarship check from members of GFWC St. Andrews Woman’sClub, Gail Elfert, Missy Klopfer, Linda Davis and Kaye Hunke. The scholarship funds can be used to help one or more of the residents in Epworth’s Independent LivingContinue Reading
In recognition of Land Trust Day this Saturday, June 6, the Columbia location of Mast General Store will donate 20 percent of all sales to the Congaree Land Trust. Representatives from Congaree Land Trust will be on-site to meet with customers and share information about the organization’s work to protectContinue Reading