The South Carolina State Museum is marking the 10th anniversary of its “Windows to New Worlds” expansion with a special 2-for-1 ticket offer every Saturday in August. Guests can enjoy two planetarium or 4D theater shows for the price of one, making it the perfect time to explore the museum’sContinue Reading
Stephanie Yandle, the Customer Experience Manager for Research & Information at BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, has been elected as the 2024-2026 chair of The Cooperative Ministry’s board of directors. Her election was confirmed at the board’s June 18 meeting. Yandle has been a member of The Cooperative Ministry’s boardContinue Reading
By Curtis LoftisState Treasurer Imagine the challenge of navigating life without savings or investments. Not long ago, this was a reality for millions of Americans living with disabilities. If they saved more than $2,000, their eligibility for critical benefits such as Supplemental Security Income, healthcare, food and housing assistance couldContinue Reading
TV Star, Christian Entrepreneur, and Author Here to Support Providence Home Columbia – Duck Dynasty star Willie Robertson is making an exclusive appearance in Columbia to benefit Providence Home, a Christ-focused ministry that provides temporary housing and permanent hope for men overcoming the challenges of drugs, alcohol, and incarceration. Robertson’sContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – The South Carolina Philharmonic is thrilled to announce the launch of “Andy & Friends” in the 2024-2025 Season, a new chamber music series curated and led by renowned pianist Andrew Armstrong. The series will feature five concerts at the historic Satterlee Hall at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, bringingContinue Reading
The 2024 Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence will be held on October 5 at Page Ellington Park, 2220 Gregg Street, Columbia. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and for the 18th year, participants are asked to show their support by joining the city walk to bring awareness of the abuseContinue Reading
Columbia is set to host the first of three fundraising events for Sistercare, an organization dedicated to helping victims and families recover from domestic violence. The inaugural event will take place during the Soda City Market downtown, aiming to raise funds and awareness. Visitors can look forward to a varietyContinue Reading
The inaugural 803 Day celebration is set to bring the Midlands area to life on August 3rd with a variety of activities and promotions. Inspired by the local 803 area code, this event promises to unite the community through a day filled with fun and excitement. Schedule of Events: 803Continue Reading
Each summer, the skies over Bomb Island on Lake Murray come to life as the Purple Martins arrive for their annual vacation. It is estimated that more than one million birds venture north for the summer, roosting on the island and providing spectators with a rare glimpse of one ofContinue Reading
Starting at noon this Friday, July 19, all Lexington County services related to property taxes will be unavailable for up to five days due to the installation of a new property tax billing and collection system. This temporary disruption will affect both online and in-person functions of the Lexington CountyContinue Reading