Cedar Creek Historical Association saves church
By Mike Cox | November 13, 2025
Cedar Creek Church was founded in 1743 by Pastor John Frederick Dubbart. It began as a German Protestant Church of Appii Forum, a reformed branch of German Presbyterianism. The congregation...
Columbia VA hosts Homeless Veteran Stand Down
By Public Affairs Specialist, Wyatt Anthony | November 13, 2025
The Columbia VA Health Care System hosted its annual Homeless Veteran Stand Down on October 23, providing services and resources to more than 250 Veterans in need. The event brought...
Brookland-Cayce holds Veterans Day ceremony
November 13, 2025
Brookland-Cayce principal Dr. Vance Jones (l), Charles Shealy Sr., and SFC Sherman Crosland take part in Brookland-Cayce’s Veterans Day program on Tuesday, October 11. Shealy, 102 years old, was a...
Rickenmann, Herbert win reelection, runoffs set for At-Large, district 4 seats
Compiled by Josh Cruse | November 6, 2025
Statement from Mayor Daniel Rickenmann “I want to first thank my wife, Laura, and my daughters Carlyle and Ellie, who...
County Council approves Neighborhood Character Overlay District for Olympia Mill Village
By Anita Baker | November 6, 2025
Richland County Council met November 4. A resolution honoring Limitless Community Development (formerly known as Latino Community Development) and a...
Brown seeks a second term
Story by Josh Cruse
joshc@thecolumbiastar.com | October 30, 2025
Councilman Peter Brown is running for second term as District 4 representative on Columbia City Council. “I want to finish...
Daydreaming on a Lost Highway
Mike Cox
mwc0423@gmail.com | November 13, 2025
On Halloween, around noon, I drove through Branchville heading to Beaufort. I’d made the same trip a year ago, but...
Auction Action
Julia Rogers Hook
jrhook@thecolumbiastar.com | November 13, 2025
I think I have to stop going to silent auctions. My husband, Marty, has long been championing us living in...
FOLKS ABOUT TOWN
November 13, 2025
Attorneys Joseph McNeila, Grace Tumbleston, and Macy Gault have joined Robinson Gray as an associate. James Forde has joined the...
Swim instructor sues Columbia after city changed its tune and banned her backyard business
Contributed by Andrew Wimer, Institute for Justice | November 13, 2025
Lifelong swim instructor Libby Souder has partnered with the Institute for Justice (IJ) to challenge the city of Columbia’s ban...
BUSINESS BRIEFS
November 13, 2025
Motor Supply Co. Bistro has been officially recommended in Michelin’s inaugural Guide to the American South, placing it among only...

Original play The Seeing Place inspired by Historic USC Theatre’s haunted reputation
Contributed by Kevin Bush | September 11, 2025
The University of S.C. Department of Theatre and Dance will begin its 2025-2026 season with the ghostly new play The...
Transitions to host 14th annual Reconstructing Home
Contributed by Gavin Brown | September 11, 2025
Transitions Homeless Center will host its 14th annual Reconstructing Home event Wednesday, October 1, at the Columbia Museum of Art....

Columbia Children’s Theatre presents Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience!
Contributed by William Mitchell | February 6, 2025
Experience the whimsical fun and heartfelt lessons of Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience with Columbia Children’s Theatre...
USC student media arts graduate publishes book about abandoned buildings in Columbia
By Anita Baker | November 13, 2025
Adam Stanley graduated from the University of South Carolina in 2020 with a degree in media arts. While studying in...
William Capers Chapter celebrates new members with afternoon tea
By Lee Hutson 1st Vice Regent William Capers Chapter SCDAR | November 13, 2025
The William Capers Chapter of the South Carolina DAR held its first meeting for the 2025-2026 year in the General...
Local writer launches seventh book
By Julia Rogers Hook | November 13, 2025
The joint was jumping Friday night at Seawell’s as local author Chuck Walsh launched his seventh book and friends, family,...
Richland One Staff Spotlight
Contributed by Ilyssa Weiner | November 13, 2025
A big yellow card celebrating National Principals Day stands prominently in Hopkins Middle School Principal Alexandria Williams’s office. The front...
School News Briefs
November 13, 2025
Irmo High School welcomed over 700 students, advisors, and chaperones for the South Carolina Association of Student Councils District 3...
Columbia High JAG Program receives $9,375 donation from 100 Women Who Care
Contributed by Ilyssa Weiner | November 13, 2025
Columbia High School’s Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) program was recognized for its outstanding accomplishments during the program’s induction ceremony...
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
November 13, 2025
•ART Alexandra’s Art Studio, 111 Sparkleberry Crossing Road, offers adult...
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
November 6, 2025
•ART Alexandra’s Art Studio, 111 Sparkleberry Crossing Road, offers adult...
Organ recital at Shandon UMC
November 6, 2025
Alisdair Welty, an 18-year-old organist from Cleveland, Ohio will present...
Highlanders beat Ben Lippen to earn another shot at Hammond
November 13, 2025
Find these pictures and many more here! The Heathwood Hall Highlanders used a balanced attack and...
Ridge View focused on postseason potential
November 13, 2025
The Ridge View Blazers enter the 2025 postseason with a 7-3 record earning a first round bye in the 5A Division 1 playoffs. “We are excited about the opportunity,” Ridge...
Falcons are State Champs
November 13, 2025
Find these pictures and many more here! A.C. Flora girls and boys tennis head coach Amy Martin won her...

Antecedent Arrangement—a life-changing behavior modification strategy
By Jenna Pellerito,
Owner and Head Trainer Columbia K9 Training & Behavior
www.thefutureisforcefree.com | October 30, 2025
Antecedent arrangement is one of the first steps, as well as one of the most important steps, to a behavior modification protocol in dogs. Proper implementation of antecedent arrangement can...

Bringing home a new puppy
September 25, 2025
I am so excited to announce that at the end of this month I will be bringing home a new puppy, an obnoxiously adorable nine-week old Groenendael. As a professional...

High Intensity vs Low Intensity Exercise: Which one does your dog need?
By Jenna Pellerito, Owner and Head Trainer Columbia K9 Training & Behavior https://www.thefutureisforcefree.com/ | July 24, 2025
We all know dogs need exercise, but what kind of exercise is best for which dogs? And much do they need? In this article we will dive into the differences...
A Wonderful Birthday History of Augusta Canal
By Warner M. Montgomery, Ph.D. | November 13, 2025
Editor’s Note: At the request of his readers and in memory of Warner M. Montgomery, Ph.D, we will continue to publish his Adventure Travel stories for the time being. Just...
Augusta Canal v. Columbia Canal
By Warner M. Montgomery, Ph.D. | November 6, 2025
Editor’s Note: At the request of his readers and in memory of Warner M. Montgomery, Ph.D, we will continue to publish his Adventure Travel stories for the time being. Linda...
A Wonderful Birthday—Augusta Inn and Dining
By Warner M. Montgomery, Ph.D. | October 30, 2025
Editor’s Note: At the request of his readers and in memory of Warner M. Montgomery, Ph.D, we will continue to publish his Adventure Travel stories for the time being. Linda...
Cool, Crisp, Cut and Come Again Leafy Greens
By Arlene Marturano
South Carolina Garden-based Learning Network on Facebook | November 13, 2025
It is not too late to plant a quick crop of leafy greens in raised beds or containers for harvesting throughout winter. These delicious and nutritious cut and come again...
Going to Bat for Bats
By Arlene Marturano
South Carolina Garden-based Learning Network on Facebook | November 6, 2025
The last week in October is South Carolina Bat Week, an annual celebration to recognize the important role of bats in nature and ecosystems and to raise awareness about the...
Star Chefs
Contributed by allrecipes.com | November 6, 2025
Bang Bang Chicken ⅓ cup milk 1 large egg 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes ¼ cup potato starch ¼ cup all-purpose flour ½ tsp. salt...
Master’s Sales
November 13, 2025
MASTER'S SALE C/A No.2025CP4001807 BY VIRTUE of a decree heretofore granted in the case of: PennyMac Loan Services, LLC vs. Monique Greene Tunstall; Any Heirs-at-Law or Devisees of William Lee...
Public Notices
November 13, 2025
SUMMONS AND NOTICES STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF RICHLAND IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS C/A No.: 2025-CP- 40-06140 Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC, Plaintiff, vs Jonathan E. Lauer; Amanda...


