The Midlands is gearing up for a weekend of unity, creativity, and local pride as the second annual 803 Day celebration returns August 1–3. The multi-day event honors the 803 area code—recognized each year on August 3 (8/03)—with community-wide activities, small business promotions, and family-friendly fun. Organizers invite residents andContinue Reading
The South Carolina Forestry Commission reopened Harbison State Forest to the public July 29. The decision to reopen came after one dog confirmed to have been involved in at least one of two attacks July 11 and 12 was killed by a homeowner July 21, and another week of patrols,Continue Reading
The South Carolina Forestry Commission reopened Harbison State Forest to the public July 29. The decision to reopen came after one dog confirmed to have been involved in at least one of two attacks July 11 and 12 was killed by a homeowner July 21, and another week of patrols,Continue Reading
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is keeping the fun rolling into late summer with a fresh lineup of events, new animal residents, and even a chance to make a difference in conservation—all while enjoying one of the Midlands’ favorite destinations. New Faces You’ll Want to Meet Suci the Sumatran TigerSuci (pronouncedContinue Reading
Officials Urge Public to Stay Alert and Report Sightings COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina has confirmed its first sightings of the invasive spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula), a destructive pest that threatens grapes, hops, stone fruits, and hardwood trees. Clemson University’s Department of Plant Industry (DPI) recently detected the insect inContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Food Network personality and “Bar Rescue” star Chef Brian Duffy is heading back to Columbia for the 2026 Southeastern BBQ Showdown, once again serving as a celebrity judge. “We’re excited to welcome Chef Brian Duffy back to Columbia,” said Miriam Atria, President and CEO of Capital City/LakeContinue Reading
State leaders paddle along river named for one of the four S.C. signers of the Declaration of Independence S.C. Senator Mike Reichenbach and S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) Boardmember Jerry Lee joined Dr. Tom Mullikin, director of SCDNR; on the historic Lynches River in Florence County, S.C., Saturday, JulyContinue Reading
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 toContinue Reading
Prisma Health is making it easier for patients across South Carolina to access cutting-edge surgical care. The health system is expanding its robotic-assisted surgery program to more hospitals across the state, helping more people benefit from less invasive procedures and faster recoveries—without having to travel far from home. As partContinue Reading
Sixth annual expedition winding its way through the Midlands this week By W. Thomas Smith Jr. A hand-picked team from the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) joined Dr. Tom Mullikin, director of the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR), Michelle McCollum, president of the S.C. National Heritage Corridor, and otherContinue Reading