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Lake Murray Nominated for USA Today’s Best Lake for Water Sports (Page 64)

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’ Choice Awards — marking the second consecutive year the lake has been honored. After securing 2nd place in the 2024 awards, trailing only Lake Erie, the Lake Murray Country region is rallying support to claim the #1 spot in 2025.

Voting Now Open Through June 2

Public voting is underway and runs through June 2, 2025, at 11:59 a.m. EST. Supporters can vote once daily via the USA Today 10Best website. Winners will be announced on June 11, 2025.

“This nomination reflects the vibrant community and natural beauty that make Lake Murray such a special place,” said Miriam Atria, President and CEO of Capital City/Lake Murray Country. “We’re proud to be recognized again and encourage everyone who loves the lake to vote daily and help us reach #1.”

Lake Murray is celebrated for its over 650 miles of shoreline, crystal-clear waters, and diverse recreational opportunities including kayaking, paddleboarding, jet skiing, wakeboarding, and boating. These features have helped cement its status as a premier destination for water sports enthusiasts in the Southeast and beyond.

Nominees for USA Today’s 10Best Awards are selected by a panel of travel experts, editors, and contributors with deep knowledge of each category. The final rankings are determined entirely by public vote.

With continued daily participation, the Lake Murray community has the chance to secure national recognition and demonstrate why it truly deserves the title of Best Lake for Water Sports in America.

Lake Murray Nominated for USA Today’s Best Lake for Water Sports

2025-05-06
By: John
On: May 6, 2025
In: Recreation

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

Soda City Market Wins National Title as Best Farmers Market in the U.S.

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By: John
On: May 2, 2025
In: Events

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County, Transitions tout federal funding’s impact

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By: John
On: May 2, 2025
In: Community News. Government

RICHLAND COUNTY – In recognition of National Community Development Week (April 21–25), Richland County’s Community Development Division celebrated the positive impact of federal programs onContinue Reading

Columbia Chamber honors local educators

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By: John
On: May 2, 2025
In: Education

The Columbia Chamber has named Adrienne Gearheart (Blythewood Middle School) and Angel O’Neal (pictured above)(Lower Richland High School) as the Educator Excellence Teacher of theContinue Reading

My Love Affair With Miss Zebco

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By: John
On: April 30, 2025
In: Columns

I loved her, lost her, and found her again. By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net I fished many a farm pond as a boy. WhenContinue Reading

Saluda Shoals Riverwalk breaks ground on Riverwalk

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By: John
On: April 30, 2025
In: Events

A ground breaking ceremony was held Tuesday afternoon, April 29, for the newly named Saluda Shoals Riverwalk at the Saluda Shoals Park upper boat landing.Continue Reading

Spring Porch Party at Lake Murray Visitors Center – May 8

2025-04-30
By: John
On: April 30, 2025
In: Events

Celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week in style at the Spring Porch Party and Gift Shop Sale hosted by the Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC)Continue Reading

American Bass Anglers Championship Returns to Lake Murray

2025-04-30
By: John
On: April 30, 2025
In: Fishing

The 2024 American Bass Anglers (ABA) American Fishing Tour Championship is set to return to Lake Murray from May 3-9, hosted at Dreher Island StateContinue Reading

Jennifer Rust publishes first book

2025-04-29
By: John
On: April 29, 2025
In: Community News

Local Author Jennifer Rust Releases Debut Memoir Exposing the Pitfalls of MLM Columbia native Jennifer Rust has published her first book, Dream Not for Sale:Continue Reading

Richland County Hosting Public Forums for Comprehensive Plan Update

2025-04-28
By: John
On: April 28, 2025
In: Community News

RICHLAND COUNTY – Richland County is inviting the public to participate in the next phase of “Reimagine Richland,” the 10-year update of its comprehensive plan.Continue Reading

Graham Segars shares tale life-threatening battle

2025-04-28
By: John
On: April 28, 2025
In: Health

Graham Segars (right) spoke about his experience with sepsis at the World Sepsis Congress in April. Graham Segars became a sepsis survivor at the ageContinue Reading

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