Keep the Midlands Beautiful (KMB) is gearing up for the sixth annual Lake Murray Cleanup on September 14, but volunteers must register by this Friday, September 6, to participate. The event runs from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and volunteers will clean up islands, shorelines, boat ramps, roads, and naturalContinue Reading
The University of South Carolina’s Koger Center for the Arts marked its 35th anniversary with a festive celebration on Thursday. County Councilperson Allison Terracio (District 5) joined the festivities, which featured birthday cake, live music, a drawing for free tickets, and a behind-the-scenes tour of the iconic venue on GreeneContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – August 15, 2024 – After severe flooding damaged a home in Blythewood, Rumsey Construction & Restoration (RCR), a local business specializing in disaster response, has stepped up to assist a family in need. The flooding, caused by a failed storm water drainage system in a newly builtContinue Reading
Palmetto Animal Assisted Life Services (PAALS) and Columbia Craft Brewery have teamed up for an exciting Spokesdog Contest to find the perfect canine face for Columbia Craft’s seasonal release, Bark Brew. Dog owners across the Midlands can enter their furry friends into the contest by registering online at gogophotocontest.com/barkbrew fromContinue Reading
In South Carolina, one in nine children will face the heartbreaking loss of a parent or sibling by the age of 18. To help children navigate this difficult journey, Prisma Health Children’s Hospital–Midlands is offering the Healing Hearts Grief Program, designed for children ages 5 to 18 who are copingContinue Reading
Hootie & the Blowfish, the iconic band that took the music world by storm in the 1990s, will be performing at the Colonial Life Arena on Thursday, August 29, at 7:00 pm. Known for lead singer Darius Rucker’s soulful voice and chart-topping hits like “Hold My Hand,” the band’s riseContinue Reading
Today, August 22, is National Eat a Peach Day—a perfect excuse to indulge in the juicy, sun-kissed flavors of South Carolina’s finest peaches. Here are some of the best ways to enjoy this one-of-a-kind holiday: Fresh Peach Slices: Start your day with a simple and refreshing snack of fresh peachContinue Reading
The Lexington County Republican Party is hosting a special prescreening of the movie “Reagan” this Monday, August 26, at Regal Theaters in Northlake Village, located at 929 N Lake Drive, Lexington. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m., with the movie starting at 6:30 p.m. Seating is on a first-come, first-servedContinue Reading
Columbia Animal Services is hosting a Clear the Shelters Pet Adoption Special for the entire month of August. Throughout the month, all pet adoptions are completely free. Visit Columbia Animal Services at 127 Humane Lane, Columbia, to find your new furry friend and give a pet a forever home.Continue Reading
West Columbia, SC – Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) has announced his annual bus tour, which will take place from August 20-23, 2024. During the tour, he will visit various locations throughout South Carolina’s Second Congressional District, including local businesses, schools, and organizations. “Each August, I host an annual bus tourContinue Reading