Event celebrating America’s 250th birthday gaining momentum as participants train to hit top numbers by month’s end By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department’s (RCSD) 250 Bench Press Challenge added four new sponsors in recent weeks, not including three additional participating gyms, which will assist in verifyingContinue Reading
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden has partnered with Harvest Hope Food Bank to bring back Toucan Tuesdays, a summer promotion that combines family fun with community support. Beginning June 9, visitors can receive buy-one, get-one free admission to Riverbanks Zoo and buy-one, get-one free regular-sized ICEEs by donating two nonperishable foodContinue Reading
Today we honor the life and legacy of Gilbert “Butch” Wallace, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, friend, and public servant whose impact on our community will be felt for generations. Butch is survived by his beloved wife of 48 years, Carolyn Wallace, their two daughters, Heather Wallace and Michelle Boone,Continue Reading
The Arbor Day Foundation has named Columbia a 2025 Tree City USA community, recognizing the city’s ongoing commitment to planting, maintaining, and protecting trees for the benefit of residents and the environment. The designation marks the 47th consecutive year Columbia has received the honor through the Arbor Day Foundation’s TreeContinue Reading
Nearly 400 guests attend dinner and ceremony inducting a two-star Medal of Honor recipient, a fighter pilot-POW, and 12 other heroic military leaders from the Palmetto State By Christopher David Carter Amidst much pomp, ceremony, and more than 380 well-heeled guests and VIPs, the South Carolina Military Veterans Hall ofContinue Reading
The South Carolina Philharmonic has announced a free outdoor concert, John Williams’ America, June 6 at 7 pm at Finlay Park. Presented by the City of Columbia, the event celebrates the SC Phil’s return to the park. The program honors the legacy of composer John Williams, featuring a selection ofContinue Reading
The graduating class of 1966 at Eau Claire High School will hold their 60th reunion June 6 at Wings & Ale located on Bush River Road in Columbia. The event will run from 6 – 10 pm. Dress is casual and everyone is on their own for drinks and food.Continue Reading
The July 4 event honors fallen Soldier and RCSD Deputy Ryan Rawl By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Registration is open for the 14th-annual RYAN RAWL MEMORIAL WORKOUT to be held Saturday, July 4, on the grounds of the S.C. State House in Columbia. Hosted and facilitated by Richland County SheriffContinue Reading
The July 4 event honors fallen Soldier and RCSD Deputy Ryan Rawl By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Registration is open for the 14th-annual RYAN RAWL MEMORIAL WORKOUT to be held Saturday, July 4, on the grounds of the S.C. State House in Columbia. Hosted and facilitated by Richland County SheriffContinue Reading
Two-day event brings bluegrass and Americana stars to downtown Columbia A new music festival is taking flight in the heart of downtown Columbia as the inaugural Songbird Festival 26 arrives May 30–31 at Finlay Park. Presented in part by the City of Columbia, the two-day event will feature 18 artistsContinue Reading
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