Socialize your puppy safely
By Phyllis Beasley, CPDT-KA, FFCP Owner/Lead Trainer, Praise Dog Training www.PraiseYourDog- Training.com | August 11, 2022
Do you have a puppy four months old or younger? Get busy socializing him now. Even though socialization continues throughout the life of a dog, the critical period of a...
Scholarship donation will give Lexington Two students “a good start on life”
Contributed by Dawn Kujawa | August 11, 2022
Tommy Long never went to college, but he emphasized the importance of an education with his own family members, wishing college was more widely available to everyone. The Lexington County...
Saving the planet is in the bag
By Mike Cox | August 4, 2022
Climate change is likely the most pressing problem facing Planet Earth today. Approximately 97 percent of scientists who study climate consider the current state of the world to be unsustainable,...
SCDOT discusses Leesburg Road widening project with CVANA
By Josh Cruse | August 11, 2022
The Capitol View Area Neighbors Association (CVANA) heard a presentation from Travis Jolly, with the South Carolina Department of Transportation,...
Hallman resigns from West Columbia City Council
By Josh Cruse | August 4, 2022
West Columbia City Councilperson Casey Hallman has resigned from her position as District Three representative effective August 1. Hallman said...
Council appoints Werner to Housing Authority board
By Josh Cruse | August 4, 2022
Columbia City Council held its monthly meeting Tuesday, August 2. Kevin Werner was appointed to the Columbia Housing Authority board....
Remembering The Oasis
Mike Cox
mwc0423@gmail.com | August 11, 2022
My brother, Rick, and my two longest continual friends, Richard and Mike, like to record themselves riding through our old...
SCDC cares?
By an Employee of S.C. Department of Corrections | August 11, 2022
The General Appropriation Act for fiscal year 2022-2023 provides a 3 percent base increase for classified and unclassified employees. The...
Human Feces in local park
August 4, 2022
Dear Mr. Mayorand others, Today I took my three-year-old son to Roy Lynch Park to throw a football. What should...
FOLKS ABOUT TOWN
August 11, 2022
The Richland Library Friends and Foundation’s 2022-2023 board leadership positions include Elizabeth Black, chair; Rania Jamison, vice chair; and William...
Dominion Energy to begin work on Lake Murray Dam’s intake towers
Contributed by Dominion Energy | August 11, 2022
To ensure the continued safe and reliable operation of the Saluda Hydroelectric Project, Dominion Energy will launch a multiyear project...
BUSINESS BRIEFS
August 11, 2022
Unis Boutique, 631-I Harden Street (upstairs above The Baked Bear), held a grand opening and ribbon cutting August 8. Takosushi...
The Cat Behind the Hat! coming to Rob Shaw Gallery for a limited engagement
Contributed by Scott Segelbaum | August 4, 2022
For over 60 years, Dr. Seuss’s illustrations have brought a visual realization to his fantastic and imaginary worlds. His artistic...
Columbia Children’s Theatre presents Matilda the Musical!
Contributed by William Mitchell | July 28, 2022
Columbia Children’s Theatre will present Matilda: The Musical! August 5–7 and August 12–14 at CA Johnson High School, 2219 Barhamville...
Irmo’s Mount leads cast of The Sound of Music
Contributed by Jimmy Mount | July 21, 2022
New York actress and Irmo native Hannah Mount is returning to the Columbia stage as Maria Rainer in the Broadway...
Marshall Cornwell Ramsey Jr.
August 11, 2022
On July 28, 2022, Marshall Cornwell Ramsey Jr., age 92, died peacefully at his home surrounded by his family. He...
LR Ruritan welcomes new member
August 11, 2022
Past National Ruritan president Jimmy Bristow ( l) from the Pineview Club welcomes new Lower Richland Ruritan member Stephanie Ryon....
Rotary Club of Columbia East recognizes Paul Harris Fellows
August 4, 2022
The Rotary Club of Columbia East recognized 26 members as Paul Harris Fellows. Past District Governor Paul Walter and Past...
Lettuce Grow at Hopkins Middle School
August 11, 2022
The Richland Soil and Water Conservation District partnered with the Clemson School and Community Garden program to install a Lettuce...
Lexington District One hires new CSMS assistant principal
Contributed by Megan Moore | August 11, 2022
Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees has approved the hiring of William F. Estes as assistant principal of...
City’s 2022-2023 After-School Program begins August 16
Contributed by Columbia Parks and Recreation Department | August 11, 2022
The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department’s After-School Program will begin Tuesday, August 16 for youth ages five–12. Children...
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
August 11, 2022
•ANIMALS Columbia Animal Services is participating in the annual Clear...
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
August 4, 2022
•ANIMALS Columbia Animal Services is participating in the annual Clear...
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
July 28, 2022
•ART Alexandra’s Art Studio, 111 Sparkleberry Crossing Road, offers adult...
Spring Valley eyeing elusive region title
August 11, 2022
Change is on the menu for the Spring Valley Vikings in 2022. There’s a change at the quarterback position. There’s change in the offensive scheme, and there is change in...
Cavs hoping hard work pays off
August 11, 2022
The 2021 season had good times and not so good times for the Richland Northeast Cavaliers. Richland Northeast started by breaking its 23- game losing streak with a win over...
O’Connell has high expectations for Redhawks
August 11, 2022
The 2021 campaign was a tale of two seasons for the Westwood Redhawks. A 1-4 start didn’t leave a lot of room for optimism. However, a four-game winning streak, including...
Socialize your puppy safely
By Phyllis Beasley, CPDT-KA, FFCP Owner/Lead Trainer, Praise Dog Training www.PraiseYourDog- Training.com | August 11, 2022
Do you have a puppy four months old or younger? Get busy socializing him now. Even though socialization continues throughout the life of a dog, the critical period of a...
What makes a therapy dog?
By Phyllis Beasley, CPDT-KA, FFCP Owner/Lead Trainer, Praise Dog Training www.PraiseYourDog- Training.com | July 7, 2022
One of the most rewarding volunteer jobs is being the handler to a therapy animal. Seeing the smiles of lonely older people in care facilities or children in hospitals, providing...
Under the Tuscan Spell— The walled city of Lucca
By War ne r M. Montg ome ry, Ph .D. | August 4, 2022
Lucca is one of Tuscany’s most famous walled cities. It is west of Florence, 20 miles from the sea, and about 15 miles from the Leaning Tower of Pisa. From...
Under the Tuscan Spell— Farewell to Florence
By Warn er M. Mo nt gomer y, Ph. D. | July 28, 2022
It was our last day in Florence, a sad day, so Linda and I tried to cram in as much as we could. Right after breakfast in our Strozzi Palace...
Under the Tuscan Spell— Land of Motorscooters
By War ne r M. Montg ome ry, Ph. D. | July 21, 2022
When we landed in Florence, it was immediately apparent. This is paradise for scooter lovers. Forget the wine, pasta, olive oil, historic buildings, sculptures, and art. This city was made...
CHNA Yard of the Month
August 11, 2022
The Backman family on Cross Hill Road is the August winner of the Cross Hills Neighborhood Association (CHNA) Yard of the Month. This month’s sponsor, The New York Butcher, provided...
Star Chefs
allrecipes.com | August 11, 2022
Lemonade Cookies 1 cup butter 1 cup white sugar 2 eggs 3 cups sifted all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking soda 1 (6 ounce) can frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed 2 Tbsp....
Beautiful Bountiful Blueberries
By Arlene Marturano SCGardenLearning
on Facebook | August 4, 2022
Blueberries (Vaccinium spp.) are beautiful perennial flowering shrubs native to North America. They live for decades bearing delicious nutrient rich berries with minimal care. As edible landscape plants, blueberries celebrate...
Public Notices
August 11, 2022
ORDER APPOINTING GUARDIAN AD LITEM STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF RICHLAND IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS C/A NO. 2022-CP- 40- 03542 MCLP Asset Company, Inc., Plaintiff vs. The...
STORAGE AUCTIONS
August 11, 2022
NOTICE OF LIEN SALE Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: Store #1305...
Notice to Creditors of Estates
August 11, 2022
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 estates, and to file their...
