Washington, DC – Congressman Joe Wilson issued the following statement on the recent terrorist activity in the United States: “The FBI defines ‘domestic terrorism’ as “Violent, criminal acts committed by individuals and/or groups to further ideological goals stemming from domestic influences, such as those of a political, religious, social, racial, or environmental nature.’”Continue Reading
The Columbia Parks and Recreation Department has announced that a portion of the Saluda Riverwalk trail will be closed beginning January 6 to ensure public safety during heavy construction activities related to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden’s Saluda Sky Ride Gondola Project. The closure will affect the section of the RiverwalkContinue Reading
The Midlands Audio Institute is celebrating two decades of teaching audio engineering in Columbia, as it begins its 20th year offering the Audio Engineering Certificate Program in partnership with Midlands Technical College. Spring 2025 classes start Monday, January 6, with the Intro to Audio course. Registration is open to allContinue Reading
By Robin All A common issue many golfers face, especially seniors, is taking the club too far inside on the backswing. Often, this stems from an overemphasis on swinging from the inside during the downswing. This approach can lead to a short, flat swing plane, which frequently results in loopingContinue Reading
A shooting on December 24 claimed the life of a 4-year-old child in the Harbison area of Lexington County. Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the victim as Jah’el E. Walker of Columbia. The child was shot while inside a vehicle in the 200 block of Harbison Boulevard andContinue Reading
Why Dr. Tom Mullikin is the perfect choice to lead SCDNR into the future By W. Thomas Smith Jr. More than two years ago, I wrote a piece, UNASSAILABLE GREATNESS, about a man whose remarkably exceptional career has not only been one for the books, but has only beenContinue Reading
By Curtis Loftis South Carolina State Treasurer It goes fast, doesn’t it? Just when you’re comfortable with the back-to-school routine, here come the holidays. Take a deep breath and enjoy the season – 2024 version. But once the decorations are packed up and the wrapping paper is in the trash,Continue Reading
By Eileen Renders When we think of feelings it brings to mind thoughts of love, anger, sadness, loneliness, regret, joy, and a host of autonomic or spontaneous emotions such as happiness that lifts us and we spend the day smiling at whomever we meet or emotions that trigger thoughts ofContinue Reading
By JB Beckett, Beckett Financial Group 2025 is here. As we come out of the holidays, you may find yourself reflecting on the year you’ve had and setting goals for the new year ahead. You may decide you want to eat healthier, get outside more, or become more present in yourContinue Reading
By Tom PolandTomPoland.net No more glory years, a beauty nonetheless. A junkyard hiding in woods surprised me. Old cars and pick-ups sat at odd angles, a senior citizen social of sorts. The years had extracted their toll. A sedan’s hood was up as if she had died in the midstContinue Reading
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