Koon’s Watch Not a creature was stirring, except the awesome delivery drivers. Many people receive the majority of their package deliveries this month, and even more so in 2020. And thieves know that means an easy payday. Over the next few weeks, deputies are conducting extra patrols in your neighborhoodsContinue Reading
Christmas will be somewhat different in this year of 2020.For the deadly coronavirus from China did make an illegal entry. We knew not what it was or more importantly what we could dofor it has changed the world and that includes me and you. We will still be cheerful thisContinue Reading
Congressman Joe Wilson This year has been unlike any year in recent history. As a country, we have experienced trying times as we navigated through 2020. My prayers and sympathy are with all families impacted by these trying times. I am grateful that we are on a path to recoveryContinue Reading
In observance of National Recycling Day Novem 15, Dominion Energy South Carolina is sharing its commitment to protecting the environment and the communities it serves while reminding customers of the company’s free Appliance Recycling Program. Now through December 31, residential electric service customers can schedule a free, no-contact pickup ofContinue Reading
The Newberry Opera House received a $13,000 check from the Newberry Opera House Guild prior to the Nutcracker Ballet performance on Sunday, December 13, 2020. The check was presented by: Guild Co-President, Mrs. Jackie Holmes; Guild Co-President, Mrs. Vickie Wiseman; Guild Vice President, Mrs. Beth Hipp; and Guild Treasurer, Ms.Continue Reading
Extraordinary Headhunters, a staffing company founded by Irmo residents Julius and Kiara Streater, has earned the Better Business Bureau’s large business of the year award. The Streaters were also recently recognized among the Best and Brightest Under 35 selected by Columbia Business Monthly. Kiara serves on the Board of DirectorsContinue Reading
LawyerLisa, LLC has welcomed Mackenzie Pearson to the firm as an associate in their home office. The addition of Pearson is an illustration of the firm’s regional growth and ongoing commitment to the development of new attorneys. “We are delighted to include Mackenzie as part of the future generation ofContinue Reading
By investing in a training and recruiting program, Richland County aims to create a talent pipeline to increase the number and diversity of software engineers and meet local demand in the area’s growing technology industry. Create Opportunity Columbia – a public–private partnership between Richland County, the City of Columbia, MidlandsContinue Reading
With many people spending the holidays at home this year, Dominion Energy South Carolina is sharing five tips for staying safe and saving energy this holiday season. “The easiest tip to save energy and money with holiday lighting is to replace old incandescent lights with LED lights,” said Ginger Greenway,Continue Reading
The South Carolina State Museum in Columbia has introduced At-Home Virtual Morning Camps this December for ages 6 – 11, sponsored by AFLAC. The daily morning camps will focus on a different theme for each session, including natural history, astronomy, art, S.T.E.A.M and more. Campers can participate on their ownContinue Reading