America is better than what we’re witnessing right now
2021-08-23
By Tom Mullikin It’s been nearly two decades since that fateful September morning in 2001 when four commercial airliners were hijacked by Al Qaeda terroristsContinue Reading
Richland County Council issues emergency mask ordinance
2021-08-20
In response to rising cases of the coronavirus delta variant in the community, Richland County Council has adopted an emergency ordinance requiring face coverings toContinue Reading
Capital City/Lake Murray Country Celebrates 40 Years and Many Accomplishments
2021-08-17
The Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) Regional Tourism Board’s Annual Meeting and 40th Year Celebration was held Thursday, August 12th. The meeting provided an opportunityContinue Reading
Should SC lawmakers regulate Uber/Lyft?
2021-08-16
As a long-term Uber/Lyft driver with over 8000 rides given, here is my perspective. I recently received an email from Lyft regarding lobbyists trying toContinue Reading
Newberry Opera House announces new season
2021-08-12
The Newberry Opera House has announced the 2021-22 Season schedule featuring theatre, dance, music, and family favorites for all ages. The season will go onContinue Reading
M.O.M. sale Saturday
2021-08-12
Multiples of the Midlands (The MoM Club) will host its fall/winter consignment sale this Saturday, August 14, from 7 am to noon. The M.O.M. (MothersContinue Reading
St. Pat’s in Five Points to return for 40th anniversary
2021-08-12
After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Five Points Association is has announced the return of St. Pat’s in Five Points MarchContinue Reading
SLED issues reminder ahead of open carry implementation
2021-08-12
The S.C. Law Enforcement Division released information Thursday reminding citizens of the upcoming requirements pertaining to fees and training as it relates to the newContinue Reading
DHEC, Deptartment of Education promote back-to-school vaccinations, safety measures
2021-08-12
Columbia, S.C. -The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and the South Carolina Department of Education are joining forces to create andContinue Reading
Department of Education hires Melton
2021-08-12
State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman has announced the hiring of Dr. Christina Melton, a former teacher, principal, and district superintendent, as the South CarolinaContinue Reading
Validated Gang Member Sentenced to 15 Years for Trafficking Cocaine
2021-08-11
Reynerio Rafael Romero, Jr., a 27-year-old validated gang member living in Pelion, pled guilty to Trafficking Cocaine Second Offense and was sentenced by Circuit CourtContinue Reading