Wednesday morning, February 11, 2009, at City Hall, Columbia City Council member Kirkman Finlay III said it straight: “Let’s make sure we understand this. From the fiscal year ending June 30, 2002, until the end of the fiscal year 2006- 2007, we have it on audited books, finally, that the City of Columbia spent about $39 million more than it […]
City $50 million in the hole
Is there any wonder why the city has a crime problem plus a litany of complaints about underfunded public services, and still a money problem? — Councilman Kirkman Finlay III
Humanitarian of the Year
At the 25th Anniversary of the United Way of the Midlands Humanitarian of the Year award, the Palmetto Society will recognize Martha Scott Smith for her outstanding servant leadership to the Midlands community. The award honors those who demonstrate extraordinary leadership in philanthropy and human services and who exert a major impact on changing and improving conditions for Midlands residents. […]
Stepping out at the Salsa Social
The Capital Senior Center (CSC) hosted a Salsa Social on Saturday, February 7, 2009. The event started with two different class sessions and culminated with an opportunity for the participants to show off what they had learned with a dance. Ramon Gil, an instructor of Salsa, began the event with an advanced lesson workshop from 5- 6:30 pm. This workshop […]
A 21st century partnership offers adult students more choices
For 139 years, Allen University has been a stand- alone traditional university. Now, in the 21st century, it is expanding its reach by partnering with South Carolina Technical Schools and community colleges with a totally new curriculum designed for on- line education. “This is a new concept for a new century,” says President Dr. Charles Young of Allen. “We are […]
Love is blind
Jennifer and Jeff Bazer Everyone should hope to see things as clearly as newlyweds Jennifer and Jeff Bazer of West Columbia. They know what they want, they are willing to work to get it, and they appreciate every day of their life together. Being deprived of eyesight does not get in the way of their finding love for each other […]
Black tie lawyers celebrate jury trial
The South Carolina Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) held their annual Black Tie Dinner February 5 at the Summit Club. President Mike Kelly welcomed the members and their esteemed guests. John L. Holcomb of Tampa, ABOTA national president, commented on the entrance requirements of the 6,300 national members. To be an ABOTA, an attorney must have […]
South Kilbourne Community
The South Kilbourne community meeting was held at Suber- Marshall Memorial UMC Tuesday, February 5, 2009. During the meeting, Jason Katz spoke about “Living and Growing Together in the Neighborhood,” a project to promote togetherness in the community. The project is also an attempt to know a little bit about the history of the community as well as raise awareness […]
Melrose Neighborhood Association
The Melrose Neighborhood Association met Monday February 9, 2009. Many issues were discussed, starting with a Community Development project. Jeff Rainwater, a representative from Community Development spoke on Super Saturday being held at Meadowfield Elementary School on February 28 from 10 am until 1 pm. The reason is to provide an opportunity for the members of neighborhoods to ask questions […]
Historic Heathwood Neighborhood
The Historic Heathwood Neighborhood held their monthly meeting February 10, 2009. Among the speakers was Officer Bowman with the City of Columbia. He reported that three suspects from Dreher High School had been arrested. They were suspected of being responsible for a string of car break- ins that began in July. Four officers from the Columbia Fire Department spoke on […]