On Wednesday, March 15, 2023, attorneys for Lexington County School District One filed a motion to dismiss the lawsuit filed by the Barnwell family related to the situation that occurred at River Bluff High School on Nov. 29, 2022. Typically, Lexington One does not issue statements about ongoing legal matters.Continue Reading
The Dutch Fork Choral Society presents “Appalachian Spring”; music inspired by songs, hymns, and ballads from Southern Appalachia. Thursday, May 4th at 7:00 pm, held at Mt. Horeb Lutheran Church, 101 E Boundary St., Chapin, SC 29036. Free to the public. (Donations graciously accepted). Sarah Elizabeth High, Artistic Director, andContinue Reading
Part 1 By Mike DuBose America’s prosperity and access to great healthcare options provide us with many benefits. Our excellent living conditions have pushed the average American’s life expectancy to nearly 80 years (compared to 54 years in 1914). While the pandemic shortened the length of our lifespans, many ofContinue Reading
Enoree River Winery has announced the spring line up for their bi-annual Unpack the Porch music series. Richard and Laura LaBarre, owners and winemakers, announced the return of the free live music series which takes place from 2 to 6 pm on Sunday afternoons. Local acts include favorites such asContinue Reading
Wingard’s Market Wildlife Specialist Zach Steinhauser has announced the opening of his new business, The Carolina Safari Company (CSC), where he will lead guided tours of the unique southeastern landscapes and wildlife. The next upcoming adventure is a Coastal Fossil Hunt in Charleston March 25. “I love being able toContinue Reading
St. Pat’s in Five Points returns on March 18 for the 41st annual event in Columbia. In addition to the festival, St. Pat’s in Five Points will kick off the festivities in the morning with its annual Get to the Green road race and St. Pat’s Parade. “St. Pat’s inContinue Reading
Enjoy the Free Family Fun Expo and Concert with Kristian Bush of Sugarland The 2023 AFTCO Bassmaster Elite Fishing Series is April 20 – 23, 2023 on Lake Murray! Lake Murray was selected from a list of national fishing destinations to serve as one of nine stops in the series.Continue Reading
The S.C. National Heritage Corridor and SC7 honored by the U.S. Department of the Interior By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The S.C. National Heritage Corridor has been awarded the RALPH REGULA ENVIRONMENTAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD by the United States Department of the Interior for its efforts with SOUTH CAROLINA 7 (SC7),Continue Reading
Preventing military veterans’ suicides deemed a priority By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The American Legion’s National Commander Vincent J. Troiola addressed a senior-echelon gathering of business, military, and law enforcement leaders during the monthly meeting-luncheon of the Association of the United States Army’s (AUSA) Fort Jackson-Palmetto State Chapter at FortContinue Reading
The South Carolina State Fair has announced a 67 percent increase in awards for its 2023 annual Ride of Your Life Scholarship program. For the first time in more than a decade, the individual award amount per student has increased from $6,000 to $10,000. The application deadline is approaching andContinue Reading