(L-r) Jennifer Parker, Carolyn Hall, Mary Hellams, and Meredith Dreibelbis prepare for Shandon United Methodist Church’s Annual Garage Sale, sponsored by Shandon United Methodist Church and United Methodist Women. The sale will be held Friday, August 20, 8 a. m.– 2: 30 p. m. and Saturday, August 21, 8 a. m.– 1 p. m. at Shandon United Methodist Church, 3407 […]
Columbia native serves aboard nuclear-powered aircraft carrier “Mighty IKE”
A Columbia native is serving aboard one of the world’s largest warships, the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Petty Officer 2nd Class Arias Greene, a 2012 Ridge View High School graduate, joined the Navy eight years ago. “I joined the Navy because I wanted to travel the world and serve my country, with the option […]
Colonial Dames Society honors Anne Walker Roof Swanson
The Gov. Robert Gibbes Chapter of the South Carolina State Society Colonial Dames XVII Century honored the memory and service of distinguished member Anne Walker Roof Swanson in a special marker dedication Saturday, August 14, at Bush River Memorial Gardens in Columbia. Joining the Robert Gibbes Chapter in 1971, Swanson soon became active, serving as S.C. State President from 1979- […]
India Part 5: A Holy Blessing
After the accident, Linda lay down on the back seat and we continued on our way to the source of the Ganges. She awoke when we arrived at the Gangnani sulphur springs near a 15th century Hindu temple where I stripped down to my underpants where pilgrims gathered for a relaxing hot bath, blessing from a priest, and the possibility […]
Sunnybrook
Excerpt No. 34 from Mike Maddock’s novel available now on AmazonEditor’s Note: We are pleased to publish Mike Maddock’s novel, Sunnybrook, in its entirety as a “50 Something” weekly series for 2021. All published excerpts will also be available on our website, www.TheColumbiaStar.com. Chapter 8 (Cont’d) So he left the doors open and relied on the moonlight and his ability to focus in the dark. He pulled his PJs down […]
Squirrely Situations
I’m just saying...“JULIAAAA….” That was my husband Marty’s voice yelling my name earlier this week after he discovered my secret hiding place for squirrel food in my garage. And he didn’t sound happy. Probably because he tends to frown upon encouraging squirrels to live in our yard and I tend to occasionally feed them things like peanuts and corn. I wouldn’t say […]
FOLKS ABOUT TOWN
Jered Wooten has joined Colliers South Carolina as a property manager in the Columbia office. BeBe Dalton Harrison has been named director of education for the South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF). Amir Shokoohi has joined McGregor & Company, LLP as I.T. Manager. Susan Cohen has been named president and chief executive officer for the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association […]
Richland County Council passes emergency mask ordinance for elementary and middle schools
Richland County Council held a special called meeting Monday, August 16. The following members were present: Council Member Derrek Pugh (District Two), Vice Chair Yvonne McBride (District Three), Chair Paul Livingston (District Four), Council Member Allison Terracio (District Five), Council Member Gretchen Barron (District Seven), Council Member Overture Walker (District Eight), Council Member Jesica Mackey (District Nine), Council Member Cheryl […]
Columbia City Council meets
Columbia City Council held its monthly meeting Tuesday, August 18. Council approved the first reading of the following ordinances: Council approved a request to refer the Chief Health Officer proposal to the Administrative Police committee. •A fifth supplemental ordinance providing for the issuance and sale of a City of Columbia, South Carolina Special Obligation Refunding Bond (Hospitality Fee Pledge), Series […]
Pandemic increases need for pro bono legal help
Nexsen Pruet lauds attorneys for serving health care communitiesAs the COVID- 19 pandemic creates new pressures for front-line health care workers, Nexsen Pruet attorneys are working to provide relief through the firm’s Pro Bono Program. Since the spring, Nexsen Pruet lawyers have been serving health care workers. The attorneys offered free guidance about estate planning and legal documents such as wills and power-of-attorney declarations that are necessary for […]
