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February 20, 2009

A toast to Town's 90th birthday

From its start as a wandering band of actors who performed in a USC athletic field, Columbia's very own first community theatre, Town Theatre, has earned the distinction of being the "oldest continuously operating community theatre in the nation" and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. More...

Heathwood Hall welcomes head of school

(L- r) Cooper, Shay, Charlie, Charles, and Reese after the induction of Charles H. Jones III as the new head of school at Heathwood Hall Episcopal School. More...

Columbia dog lovers get a bite of the big time

Photos and story by Karen Petit

William, Solomon, Sumo, Mickey, Cole, Kaz. They're my new acquaintances, though they're not likely to share an afternoon with me or Louise, my two- year- old Standard Poodle. Still, I spent some quality time with them in New York, chatted a bit, got their addresses, took some photos, and promised to stay in touch. More...

News

•	A home for the homeless

Military veterans who hear the words "Base Camp" may think they're being drafted again. But for those who find themselves homeless and in need of help, the Palmetto State Base Camp, Inc. provides a haven in Columbia that promises shelter and aid. More...

•	Clemson deals with Indian water crisis

•	Virginia Gourdin

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Business

•	Apartments readying for summer occupancy

Targeting this summer for completion and occupancy, the development team of aspyre at assembly station appears to have the right product for the right time. More...

•	Star Profile

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Briefs

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Society

•	Nell Barr named Most Honored Woman

Nell Mason Barr was chosen as the Most Honored Woman at the 87th Convention of The Episcopal Church Women of The Diocese of Upper South Carolina February 7, 2009. Every three years the Episcopal Church Women of the Diocese choose a Most Honored Woman. Each Diocese of the Church honors one woman, and she is invited to the Triennial to be introduced to that gathering. More...

•	Columbia Green celebrates The Year of the Tree

•	Shandon UMC dedicates quilt

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Opinion

•	Thirty-something speaks

It's not fair!

An ugly phrase has arisen in our household lately. It is only comprised of three words, but it has the power to make fathers snap and say stuff like, "When I was your age I had to walk to school backwards in the snow, uphill both ways while I was carrying my baby sister on my back! We were tougher back then! More...

•	Call the Cops!

•	It's not a criticism, it's an observation.

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Sports

•	Highlanders knock off Cardinals

BOYS BASKETBALL

Mac Whalen scored 18 points to lead Heathwood Hall to a 44- 39 Senior Night victory over Cardinal Newman on Thursday, February 12. The game was close throughout, as neither team had more than a six- point lead. More...

•	Lady Cardinals' slow pace halts Hall

•	Smith's 36 gets Dreher into second round

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Education

•	Salvation Army awards Battle of the Bells trophy to Heathwood Hall

Salvation Army officials recently recognized the student body at Heathwood Hall Episcopal School for winning the 2008 Battle of the Bells competition. The school raised an impressive $2,110. More...

•	Sarah Brotman organizes hair collection at Wella Professionals School

•	Second time around for seven CAP honor roll students

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Travel

•	The South's prettiest small town

Part 1: Halloween in Edenton

It was a dark and stormy night. The air was heavy and mysterious. Evil lurked behind every tree. All Saints Eve, the Hallowed Eve, a night f illed with ghosts, spooks, devils, and …rock stars. More...

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Two Hours From Home

•	The Heart of the Lowcountry

North Charleston, South Carolina Driving Distance: 1 Hours 45 minutes from Columbia

The City of North Charleston is in the heart of the Lowcountry and offers a variety of attractions and events. It also leads the state in retail sales. The North Charleston Visitor Center is located on Centre Pointe Drive and provides detailed information on area attractions and events, as well as assistance with booking an array of affordable to luxury accommodations. More...

•	Covered bridges, waterfalls, wineries, and mountain vistas

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Events

•	Light the Way art benefit, March 5

Art Patrons can contribute to Columbia's Homeless Transition Center by purchasing a piece of original art at the Light the Way Art Benefit on Thursday, March 5, 2009, at House of Frames and Painting, HoFP, Gallery, 2828 Devine Street, Columbia. More...

•	It's happening right here in your community

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Government

•	Artists appreciate Forest Acres City Council

The February 10, 2009 Forest Aces City Council Meeting was called to order at 5:15 by Mayor Frank Brunson. City Administrator Mark Williams, Councilman Shell Suber, Councilman Charles Fetner, Mayor Frank Brunson, Mayor Pro Tempore Curtis Rye, Councilwoman Ginger Dukes, and City Attorney Lee Holloway were all present. More...

•	Richland County hassles over the dirt road paving ordinance

•	West Columbia Zoning Board rejects halfway house

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Public Notices

•	Public Notices

NOTICE OF UNCLAIMED VEHICLES/PUBLIC SALE The following vehicles are subject to towing, repair and/or storage liens; are declared to be abandoned pursuant to Section 56-5-5810, More...

•	NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

•	CITY OF COLUMBIA PLANNING COMMISSION

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Beauty in the Backyard

•	Ten Lessons from the Westminster Dog Show

10. Dogs rule. 9. The television broadcast of the Westminster Dog Show is only a snapshot. 8. It is possible for more than 1,200 dogs to co- exist on a single day with one another and not fight, bark or snap. 7. The show clips on Standard Poodles do not look as ridiculous in person as they do on TV. Those cuts are works of art. More...

•	Stopping to smell the flowers

•	Southern Spring Home and Garden Show

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