By Thomas Grant, Jr. John Sawyer, a standout student-athlete from Batesburg-Leesville High School, has officially signed to play football at Erskine College. Surrounded by family, coaches, and teammates, Sawyer celebrated his commitment to continue both his academic and athletic journey at the collegiate level. Known for his dedication and leadershipContinue Reading
On May 3, 2025, people around the globe will take part in the seventeenth annual World Labyrinth Day, using the labyrinth as a moving meditation for peace and a celebration of the labyrinth experience. Locally, the event will be held at 1:00 PM at The Episcopal Church of St. SimonContinue Reading
WNBA superstar A’ja Wilson says she is “blessed” to be “in such elite company” By Alex Junes-Ward A’Ja Wilson, the all-time leading scorer in Gamecock women’s basketball history and the WNBA’s unanimous MVP for the 2024 season, received yet another lofty honor on Tuesday, April 22, when she became theContinue Reading
40th Annual Show to Benefit Camp Kemo Rev your engines and mark your calendars—the 40th annual Speed and Beauty Concours d’Elegance is back on Sunday, May 4, from noon to 4 p.m., and promises an unforgettable afternoon of cars, community, and compassion. Hosted by the Three Rivers Region Porsche ClubContinue Reading
Lake Murray, S.C. – The American Bass Anglers (ABA) 2024 American Fishing Tour Championship will cast off at Lake Murray from May 3–9, 2025, at Dreher Island State Park in Prosperity. Originally scheduled for fall 2024, the event was postponed due to the effects of Hurricane Helene, but it’s comingContinue Reading
Congressmen Joe Wilson (R-SC) and Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) introduced the bipartisan Maximum Support Act, sending a strong message to the regime in Tehran that America will not tolerate Iranian backed terror and aggression around the world. This legislation requires an interagency strategy to support internet freedom and counter censorship effortsContinue Reading
The South Carolina Military Museum invites the public to experience a unique celebration of music and military history at the “War Songs” music festival on Friday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 1 National Guard Road, Columbia. This free, family-friendly event honors the 250th anniversary of theContinue Reading
By Eileen Renders Sorry to break the news to you, but please don’t take my word for it; however, allow me to share with you what research studies and conclusions have found by those qualified to say so. To begin, I quote, Alice G. Walton, Ph.D, in her article InnovationContinue Reading
The Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission (ICRC) is set to break ground on the highly anticipated Saluda Shoals Riverwalk at 2 p.m. on April 29, at the Upper Boat Landing of Saluda Shoals Park. Formerly known as the Lower Saluda Greenway, this ambitious project will create an 8.5-mile paved, multi-use pathContinue Reading
By Robin All This week’s photo provides several great checkpoints to help evaluate your swing—especially if you’ve been snapping phone pictures or videos of your form. (If you haven’t started yet, give it a try! Seeing your own swing is the first step to identifying areas for improvement.) One ofContinue Reading