Richland One readers make a big splash
Contributed by Ilyssa Weiner | June 1, 2023
Three Richland One elementary and middle school students were named top readers for Superintendent Dr. Craig Witherspoon’s 2023 Book Club Challenge. The announcement was made during a special celebration May...
Local school hosts first annual “March for Jesus” in Columbia
June 1, 2023
The inaugural annual March for Jesus in Columbia was attended by more than 100 individuals at St. John Neumann Catholic School Saturday, May 20. This event brought together participants from...
Columbia resident competes at Westminster
By Julia Rogers Hook | May 25, 2023
As the very merry month of May approached this year, former Columbia resident Katie Fessler’s world started going to the dogs. Her dog that is. When the buzz started to...
Mayor Daniel Rickenmann’s Statement on behalf of the City of Columbia following the loss of Irmo Firefighter James Michael Muller
June 1, 2023
“This tragedy breaks the heart of everyone in the Midlands. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the loved ones...
Forest Heights Community holds 10th annual Plant Swap
Contributed by Amorita McClam | June 1, 2023
The 10th annual Forest Heights Community Plant Swap took place Saturday, May 20 on the grounds of Haskell Heights First...
Southeastern Piano Festival kicks off June 11
Contributed by Marlena Crovatt-Bagwell | June 1, 2023
For one week every June, the Southeastern Piano Festival (SEPF) transforms the University of South Carolina School of Music and...
Fireflies
Mike Cox
mwc0423@gmail.com | June 1, 2023
My earliest memories were illuminated by millions of stars and thousands of blinking lightning bugs appearing simultaneously as the afternoon...
The Columbia Parks and Recreation Department announces $1.8 million in improvements to Owen’s Field Athletic Facilities
By City of Columbia | June 1, 2023
The Columbia Parks and Recreation Department has announced Columbia City Council has approved funding for $1.8 million dollars in improvements...
State Treasurer honors 15 graduates of S.C. Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program
From the Office of State Treasurer Curtis Loftis | May 25, 2023
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognized 15 educators from across South Carolina recently at the 34th Annual Economics and Financial Literacy...
FOLKS ABOUT TOWN
June 1, 2023
Tyler Sherrill, MBA has been named chief operating officer of MUSC Health’s Midlands Division. Two projects by Cason Development Group...
BUSINESS BRIEFS
June 1, 2023
Automotive Service Assistance has launched its new website, autoserviceassist.org. Sunbelt Business Brokers has announced the successful sale of Four Morganelli’s,...
Lexington Medical Center and MUSC Health release results of Community Health Needs Assessment
Contributed by Jennifer Wilson | June 1, 2023
Lexington Medical Center and MUSC Health have released the results of a community health needs assessment the organizations worked on...

S.C. Philharmonic presents Titans and Outlaws
Contributed by Chad Henderson | April 27, 2023
The South Carolina Philharmonic presented Titans and Outlaws Saturday, April 22 at the Koger Center for the Arts. This sixth...

Columbia painter to serve as Stormwater Studio’s first artist-in-residence
Contributed by Stormwater Studios | April 27, 2023
Malik Greene will join Stormwater Studios as the artist-in-residence in the organization’s inaugural BIPOC Residency Program. Funded by an anonymous...

Columbia Music Festival Association presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Contributed by Ashley Lindler | April 20, 2023
Columbia Music Festival Association will present Ann Brodie’s Carolina Ballet production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Friday, April 28, at...
JOY Sunday School Class of SUMC celebrates 60th anniversary
June 1, 2023
The JOY Sunday School Class of Shandon United Methodist Church celebrated its 60th anniversary on May 21 with a “Camp...
Joel P. Winchip
May 25, 2023
LTC (Ret) Joel Peter Winchip died in Columbia at the age of 87. He was born in Walworth, N.Y. in...
Spring Valley Rotary Club awards scholarships
Contributed by Diane Junis | May 18, 2023
Spring Valley Rotary Club awarded two Spring Valley High School graduating seniors with the club’s annual scholarships at its May...
Richland One Middle College graduate interning with AgFirst Farm Credit Bank
Contributed by Ilyssa Weiner | June 1, 2023
Jeremiah Jenkins, a 2023 graduate of the Richland One Middle College, has been selected to intern with financial service company...
Richland One honors employees, retirees at Celebration 2023
Contributed by Karen York | June 1, 2023
Outstanding employees and retirees from schools and departments throughout the district were honored during Richland One’s Celebration 2023, which was...
Richland One Communications Team wins 14 state PR awards
Contributed by Richland One | June 1, 2023
The Richland One Office of Communications received 14 awards from the South Carolina Chapter of the National School Public Relations...
RCRC to close Hopkins Pool for summer season
Contributed by Felicia Venable | June 1, 2023
The Richland County Recreation Commission has announced Hopkins Park Pool...
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
May 25, 2023
•ART Alexandra’s Art Studio, 111 Sparkleberry Crossing Road, offers adult...
Gators get two in 7th to win State Title
June 1, 2023
Find these pictures and many more here! The River Bluff Gators scored two runs in the top of...
Richland One student-athletes win nine State Championships in track and field
June 1, 2023
Richland One student athletes outpaced their competitors to win nine individual and team state championship titles in track and field this year. The South Carolina High School League held the...
Part 2: Eau Claire’s O’Neal turns trials and tribulations into success
June 1, 2023
Former Eau Claire star, Jermaine O’Neal was traded from the Portland Trail Blazers to the Indiana Pacers prior to the 2000-2001 season in exchange for Dale Davis. “I was angry...

Train your dog come happily and come now
By Phyllis Beasley, CPDT-KA, FFCP Owner/Lead Trainer, Praise Dog! Training LLC www.PraiseYourDogTraining.com | April 13, 2023
Last month’s Pet Page article, www.thecolumbiastar.com/articles/will-you-come-to-me, gave tips on the foundation for building a reliable coming when called, or recall, behavior from your dog. This article will outline some games...

Will you come to me?
By Phyllis Beasley, CPDT-KA, FFCP Owner/Lead Trainer, Praise Dog! Training LLC www.PraiseYourDogTraining.com | March 9, 2023
My dog won’t come when called. When I hear this, my first question is, “Have you taught him to come when called?” True, dogs learn to understand many of our...

Great Expectations vs. Reality
By Phyllis Beasley, CPDT-KA, FFCP Owner/Lead Trainer, Praise Dog Training www.PraiseYourDogTraining.com | December 8, 2022
Shelters and rescues are overflowing with dogs (and cats) that need homes right now. But the saddest part of this situation is the dogs that are adopted and then get...
Pineville, a historic refuge— Antebellum social life continued
By Warner M. Montgomery, Ph.D. | June 1, 2023
Pineville was an isolated community between 1790 and 1860. Charleston was 50 miles away by road or water, Georgetown even farther, Columbia at least a day. The Huguenot planters, though...
Pineville, a historic refuge— Antebellum social life
By Warner M. Montgomery, Ph.D. | May 25, 2023
Between the War for Independence and the Civil War, the inhabitants of Pineville lived off the land. St. Stephen to the east and Eutawville to the west were but stops...
Pineville, a historic refuge— St. Stephen Jockey Club
By Warner M. Montgomery, Ph.D. | May 18, 2023
In 1791 the United States of America took its place among nations of the world, George Washington toured South Carolina, and the men of Pineville sat down with Col. Hezekiah...
Brookhaven HOA’s Yard of the Month
June 1, 2023
The Brookhaven HOA’s Brookhaven Community Beautiful Yard of the Month for May was Donovan’s on Wing Stripe Court. Winners receive a gift card, Brookhaven Beautiful Yard of the Month certificate,...
CHNA’s Yard of the Month
June 1, 2023
Cross Hill Neighborhood Association has announced the Suber family on Arbutus Drive has been selected as the May Yard of the Month. This month’s sponsor, The Fresh Market of Trenholm...
Star Chefs
allrecipes.com | June 1, 2023
Baked Salmon Fillets Dijon 4 (4 ounce) salmon fillets 3 Tbsp. prepared Dijon-style mustard Salt and ground black pepper to taste ¼ cup Italian-style dry bread crumbs ¼ cup butter,...
Notice of Unclaimed Vehicles/Public Sale
June 1, 2023
NOTICE OF UNCLAIMED MOBILE HOME /PUBLIC SALE The following Mobile Home is subject to towing, repair and/or storage liens, is declared to be abandoned pursuant to Section 6-1-150 and 29-15-...
Master’s Sales
June 1, 2023
Section B NOTICE OF SALE 2022- CP-40-05594 BY VIRTUE of a decree heretofore granted in the case of: Mortgage Solutions of Colorado, LLC, d.b.a. Mortgage Solutions Financial against Nathan T....