Lake Murray wins Readers’ Choice Award
2025-06-11
Lake Murray has won the title of “Best Lake for Water Sports” in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards 2025. Photo by John BoozerLake MurrayContinue Reading
Lake Murray Nominated for USA Today’s Best Lake for Water Sports
2025-05-06
Columbia, S.C. – Lake Murray has once again earned national recognition, receiving a nomination for Best Lake for Water Sports in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’Continue Reading
Saluda Shoals to Break Ground on Riverwalk Trail Project
2025-04-23
The Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission (ICRC) is set to break ground on the highly anticipated Saluda Shoals Riverwalk at 2 p.m. on April 29, atContinue Reading
Crystal Lagoons Coming to Columbia
2024-09-19
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has granted permits for the first-ever Crystal Lagoons amenity in the state. Located in northeastContinue Reading
South Carolina State Museum Awarded $250,000 Grant to Digitize Natural History Collection
2024-09-05
The South Carolina State Museum has received its fourth Museums for America grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), securing $250,000 toContinue Reading
State Fair Announces Flash Sale on Tickets
2024-08-21
The South Carolina State Fair is celebrating the state’s 46 counties with a special flash sale on admission tickets. As part of this year’s theme,Continue Reading
Columbia Parks & Recreation Invests in the Revitalization of Mays Park
2024-07-31
Columbia, SC – The Columbia Parks & Recreation Department is moving forward with the Mays Park Revitalization project, reflecting extensive community input gathered through anContinue Reading
Upcoming Events at Saluda Shoals Park
2024-07-06
Saluda Shoals Park is excited to announce a series of upcoming events designed to celebrate the natural beauty of the park and offer fun activitiesContinue Reading
Columbia Releases 2024 Youth Services Guide
2024-07-03
Columbia, SC – The City of Columbia is pleased to announce the availability of the 2024 Youth Services Guide, a comprehensive resource designed to informContinue Reading
Boating Tips for a Safe and Enjoyable Fourth of July
2024-06-26
COLUMBIA, SC – The Fourth of July is the busiest time of the year for America’s recreational boaters, as reported by the nationwide TowBoatUS on-waterContinue Reading
State Museum to Hold D-Day Salute on June 8
2024-06-05
Columbia – The South Carolina State Museum is set to honor World War II veterans with a special event commemorating the 80th Anniversary of D-DayContinue Reading