Protesters gathered at the South Carolina State House for the fifth day Wednesday, June 3, to show their anger and frustration over the death of George Floyd at the hands of the Minneapolis Police on May 25. As the chants for justice and change were growing at the front of the State House, another group gathered a few yards away. […]
Together While Alone: Annabelle Rocks
Editor’s Note: This is part of continuing series called “Together While Alone,” which explores creative solutions Columbia residents and businesses are employing to connect with each other while staying safe and healthy. Who rocks? Five-year-old #Annabellerocks. The Forest Acres resident is making people happy—one painted rock at a time. “With the virus and what’s going on, I just want to […]
Senior dogs: loving and caring for our old friends
For years he has gone on walks and adventures with you. You played tennis ball fetch with him for what felt like hours on end. He has sat on the sofa and watched TV with you. He has been there for hugs and snuggles when you felt sad. He knows all your routines and you know what each of his […]
D-Day: May we never forget
It seems the farther we move away from significant historical events, the more we forget why those events are so important to remember this. June 6, 2020, seemed like any other day. It could be the fact we are amid the COVID-19 pandemic or the nationwide protests are consuming our days and history at the moment. But, June 6 is […]
Quirky Crimes in the Capital City
West Columbia Augusta Road: A woman was arrested at 11:30 a.m. Friday after she was seen by an employee shoplifting from a grocery store. When the officers arrived, there was also a video of the woman taking various items off the shelves and putting them in her purse. Once she had filled all her pockets and her purse, the woman […]
Keep your body in fighting shape with proven immunity boosters
ASK US AT THE STARWhat are some ways to boost our immunity? A healthy diet can help us fight infections, Consumer Reports writer Jennifer Cook tells us in a May 2020 article. This is advice people welcome during the COVID-19 virus scare without a vaccine or proven treatments. Cook is an award-winning freelance writer based in New York’s Hudson Valley, who regularly contributes to […]
Guitar Zero: Wimpy Fingertips & No Talent
50–SomethingAn acoustic guitar has been sitting in my closet for well over 20 years. I always wanted to be a rock star, and that guitar was supposed to be the start of my rise to stardom. There is only one problem. I have zero musical talent. I love music, and I’ve always considered myself a bit of a music connoisseur, […]
I Want Security
It’s not a criticism; It’s an observationI’m addicted to advice columns. Can’t help it. Most follow the blueprint for success Abigail Van Buren began decades ago, and some distant relative of hers still makes money from. Focus the questions, and then the answers, on women. A recent Dear Abby poster asked for help changing her husband’s bad habit of leaving doors unlocked when retiring for the […]
I lived!
I’m just saying...Editor’s note: Julia had a family emergency this week, so we’re running an oldie but goodie from May, 2017 for your reading pleasure. I’m writing this on the Sunday afternoon before my Monday morning appointment for a total knee replacement so if you’re reading it, I LIVED! It’s been quite a month getting ready for, as I like to say, […]
Long wait times highlight June 9 primary
A plethora of issues surrounding Richland County elections Tuesday, June 9 has some residents concerned about the coming national elections in November. On social media, people in the Midlands reported waiting four hours or more at many polling places to cast their ballots. Is this a dress rehearsal for national elections five months from now? When asked, poll workers said, […]
