The South Carolina Dance Association (SCDA), a distinguished arm of the South Carolina Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (SCAHPERD), proudly announces the appointment of Sara Monts as its new president. A seasoned dance educator from Nursery Road Elementary School-Arts Magnet, Monts brings a wealth of experience andContinue Reading
In an exciting development for our local angling community, Lake Murray has been chosen as the stage for two major kayak fishing championships in 2024. Organized by the Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC), these events promise to bring elite kayak anglers to our beloved waters, showcasing the region’s prowess asContinue Reading
Special to Lake Murray News In a thrilling display of angling prowess, the Midlands Striper Club took to Lake Murray for their monthly tournament on December 16, 2023, launching from Acapulco. The competition saw twenty-nine striped bass brought to the scales, collectively weighing an impressive 219.42 pounds, boasting an averageContinue Reading
In a resounding call for election integrity, citizens from every corner of South Carolina are set to gather at the State House on January 9, 2024. The rally, slated from 10 AM to noon, aims to amplify voices across the political spectrum, advocating for strong election laws and a transparent,Continue Reading
SC7 and Mullikin Law raise funds for Salvation Army’s Kettle Campaign By W. Thomas Smith Jr. In what has become an annual Christmas tradition for the South Carolina 7 (SC7) expedition and the Mullikin Law Firm, Mullikin family members, employees of the firm and friends of the family gatheredContinue Reading
By Al Dozier Lexington County Council has canceled an agreement that goes back some 40 years to maintain roads and drainage in municipalities within the county. That action, taken at the Dec. 6 council meeting, could pose hardships on municipalities that do not have the resources to address problems LexingtonContinue Reading
As the holiday season unfolds, Riverbanks Zoo and Garden has a unique celebration of its own with the arrival of Susan, a Giant Pacific Octopus, to the Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Aquarium and Reptile Conservation Center (ARCC). Almost nine months after the grand opening of the ARCC, theContinue Reading
The South Carolina State Museum proudly announces the successful completion of an accessibility-focused renovation, thanks to a $200,000 capital gift from Aflac and support from the State legislature. The museum’s commitment to inclusivity and accessibility is now exemplified by all 10 public restrooms being fully compliant with The Americans withContinue Reading
In the spirit of modernizing holiday giving, The Salvation Army of the Midlands has introduced a tech-savvy twist to its iconic Red Kettle Campaign, making it more convenient for donors to contribute during this festive season. Gone are the days of scrambling for loose change; the familiar Red Kettle signsContinue Reading
Lavon Bernard Julius, age 43, originally from Columbia, was convicted Wednesday afternoon by a Lexington County jury, after approximately thirty minutes of deliberations, for the Murder of Zeloni Ellison, age 15. The trial began on Monday, December 11, 2023, with jury selection. The Honorable Walton J. McLeod, IV, presided overContinue Reading