Nicky McCarter Jr. honored by Clemson University
October 10, 2024
Columbia’s own Nicky McCarter Jr. was honored by Clemson University September 29 during the Stanford game with the Bond Distinguished Athletes Award. Per ClemsonTigers.com, “It’s hard to find a better...
Looking back: 26 years of dog training
By Phyllis Beasley, CPDT-KA, IAABC-ADT, FFCP Owner/Lead Trainer, Praise Dog! Training LLC www.PraiseYourDogTraining.com | October 10, 2024
On November 1, I am retiring from dog training and closing Praise Dog Training. In 26 years of dog training, you meet a lot of people and a lot of...
SCDES hosts SWANA Safety Day
By Mike Cox | October 10, 2024
In 1800, Alessandro Volta invented the world’s first battery. Six decades later, French physicist Gaston Planté developed a rechargeable version. Storing energy for future use has literally been a thing...
City Council proclaims October Domestic Violence Awareness month
Contributed by City of Columbia | October 3, 2024
At the start of the October 1 Columbia City Council meeting, Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann presented several proclamations. The first...
Richland County Council to hold town meetings on Penny Referendum
By Anita Baker | September 19, 2024
Richland County Council met September 17. A resolution declaring September as “South Carolina State Guard Month” in Richland County was...
City council approves traffic upgrades
Contributed by City of Columbia | September 19, 2024
Columbia City Council met Tuesday, September 17. Resolution No. R-2024-064—Policy and Procedures for Proclamations and Keys to the City was...
If I Had a Hammer…
Julia Rogers Hook
jrhook@thecolumbiastar.com | October 10, 2024
It’s been a horrific week for the southeastern part of our nation as Hurricane Helene barreled into the towns and...
Secretary of State urges donors to give smart as the Southeast recovers from Hurricane Helene
Contributed by Shannon A. Wiley | October 10, 2024
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond has cautioned donors to practice wise charitable giving as the Southeast begins to...
Modern High Tech Rednecks
Mike Cox
mwc0423@gmail.com | October 3, 2024
The first time I met Paul he didn’t resemble the geek I’d imagined from our numerous conversations. He was your...
FOLKS ABOUT TOWN
October 10, 2024
Brittany Blanz has joined Colliers South Carolina’s Columbia office as property manager. The City of Columbia has announced the establishment...
BUSINESS BRIEFS
October 10, 2024
After 30 years of service, Apexgraphix, a longstanding print shop in Columbia, has been sold by longtime owner John Runy,...
ATTORNEY HONORED
October 10, 2024
Rob Tyson, a member of Robinson Gray law firm, has been appointed by Gov. Henry McMaster to a new study...
Nuf Sed
July 25, 2024
Let’s Be Friends—best puppet booth at the 2024 International Ventriloquist Convention, Hebron Kentucky
Parks and Recreation presents “Groovin’ in the Gardens” summer concert
Contributed by City of Columbia | July 18, 2024
Join City of Columbia Parks and Recreation for the “Groovin’ in the Gardens” Summer Concert Sunday, August 4, from 6...
The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine presents Swan Lake on 2024-25 North American Tour
Contributed by Koger Center for the Arts | July 11, 2024
The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine will perform Swan Lake at the Koger Center for the Arts on January 14,...
Hansel Leo “Bunky” Carter
October 10, 2024
Hansel Leo Carter, better known as Bunky Carter, 84, of Eastover, S.C., passed away unexpectedly surrounded by his children on...
Sir Thomas of Winston
October 10, 2024
Sadly, Jim Hamilton’s beloved Sir Thomas of Winston the AristoCAT passed away the afternoon of October 1. He was a...
Dr. Chow receives Hamilton Broadway poster
October 10, 2024
Buffi Jacobs recently presented Dr. Jim Chow with an autographed poster from the cast of the Hamilton Broadway show, thanking...
Lexington Two serves 1,202 free lunches in two hours to area children
Contributed by Dawn Kujawa | October 10, 2024
With many area residents still dealing with challenges in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, three Lexington School District Two school...
Richland One leaders selected for S.C. Department of Education’s Institute for District Administrators
Contributed by Ilyssa Weiner | October 10, 2024
Five Richland One administrators have been selected for the South Carolina Department of Education’s Institute for District Administrators (IDA). The...
Columbia College Choir sings for Silent Witness ceremony at Statehouse
October 10, 2024
The Columbia College Concert Choir performed for the Silent Witness Ceremony on the Statehouse steps Tuesday, October 1. This ceremony...
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
October 10, 2024
•ART Alexandra’s Art Studio, 111 Sparkleberry Crossing Road, offers adult...
Those Lavender Whales in concert at The Nick
October 10, 2024
On June 2, 2023, Fork & Spoon Records celebrated the...
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
October 3, 2024
•ART Alexandra’s Art Studio, 111 Sparkleberry Crossing Road, offers adult...
Dreher downs RNE in triple-OT thriller
October 10, 2024
The visiting Richland Northeast Cavaliers led the Dreher Blue Devils 14-0 late in the third quarter in a Region 3-4A battle October 4, but the Blue Devils roared back to...
Iron Horses gallop away with Highlander Invitational
October 10, 2024
Philip Simmons freshman Laura Perry claimed the top spot on the girls’ side of the Highlander Invitational on October 5 in a time of 18:05.12 and led her Iron Horses...
Looking back: 26 years of dog training
By Phyllis Beasley, CPDT-KA, IAABC-ADT, FFCP Owner/Lead Trainer, Praise Dog! Training LLC www.PraiseYourDogTraining.com | October 10, 2024
On November 1, I am retiring from dog training and closing Praise Dog Training. In 26 years of dog training, you meet a lot of people and a lot of...
Meet our new Pet Page contributor
October 10, 2024
Jenna Pellerito is a certified canine behavior consultant who specializes in severe behavioral issues. Jenna has worked with dogs for 10 years and has seven years of experience in the...
Joy for not Jumping
By Phyllis A. Beasley Owner/Lead Trainer, Praise Dog Training LLC www.PraiseYourDogTraining.com | September 12, 2024
Maybe the most common complaint I hear from dog owners is their dog is jumping on them or on other people. Often this jumping is accompanied by mouthing hands or...
On the Erie Canal—Newark and the Pump-A-Head Dumb Head
By Warner M. Montgomery, Ph.D. | October 10, 2024
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....
On the Erie Canal—Lyons, the Peppermint Capital
By Warner M. Montgomery, Ph.D. | October 3, 2024
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....
On the Erie Canal—Clyde, our first stop
By Warner M. Montgomery, Ph.D. | September 26, 2024
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....
Fall for Garlic
By Arlene Marturano
South Carolina
Garden- based Learning
Network on Facebook | October 10, 2024
Garlic should be a staple in every garden! This seasoning bulbous herb can be planted at the same time you plant daffodils and crocuses in October and November. There are...
Star Chefs
allrecipes.com | October 10, 2024
Barbacoa-Style Shredded Beef 1 (3 pound) beef chuck roast, cut into 6 to 8 chunks Salt and ground black pepper to taste 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil ½ cup beef broth...
Consider fall leaves a gift from nature
By Melinda Myers | October 3, 2024
Put fall leaves to work in your landscape. This valuable resource makes a great mulch in planting beds, adds organic matter and nutrients to the soil, provides habitat for many...
Public Notices
October 10, 2024
2x DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for the City of Columbia, Richland County, South Carolina, Case No. 24-04-5321P. The Department of Homeland Security’s...
STORAGE AUCTIONS
October 10, 2024
NOTICE OF SALE Rysean Grimes, Unit# 654, Boxes, Dryer, Misc Household, Totes Diane Ross, Unit# 611, Totes, Bags James Lyles, Unit# 164, Totes, Tool box, Boxes, Leaf blower, Bags Misc...
Notice to Creditors of Estates
October 10, 2024
NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATES All persons having claims against the following estates are required to deliver or mail their claims to the indicated Personal Representatives, appointed to administer these...