Camp Cole began as an idea when Cole Sawyer was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 11. Shortly before his untimely death, Cole attended Camp Kemo, a camp for children with cancer established in 1980. His mother, Stacy, was so taken by the experience she had the dream to develop a similar place in her son’s memory, one that […]
Butterflies released on State House steps honoring and remembering women affected by ovarian cancer
A large crowd gathered on the State House steps Thursday, September 21 to celebrate National Ovarian Awareness Month. Hundreds of butterflies were released to honor the women survivors and to remember those who lost their lives to this “silent killer” cancer. The Cathy B. Novinger Butterfly Release for Ovarian Cancer is named for the organization’s founder who lost her life […]
Gritsman art exhibited at NFB convention
Ronald Ferguson, aka The Gritsman, had some of his artwork exhibited at the National Federation of the Blind State Convention on August 18.
Pineville, a historic refuge— More St. John’s Hunting Club
Originally published November 2, 2007The St. John’s Hunting Club celebrated its sesquicentennial in 1950. On that occasion, Frank Marion Kirk presented a written history of the club. He noted in 1800, the year the club was founded, John Adams was president; Charleston, the fifth largest city in the U.S., had a population of 20,000; the Santee Canal was opened; and the plantation where the […]
Clean and Lean
I’m just saying...Editor’s Note: Julia’s husband, Marty, has been quite ill in the hospital. He’s on the mend now, for which we are thankful. However, Julia has been a busy lady caring for her dear husband, so enjoy an oldie from last year… and send Marty healing thoughts and prayers. I’ve often said the most terrifying words my husband, Marty, dreads to […]
FOLKS ABOUT TOWN
Justin Powell has been named chief operating officer for the South Carolina Department of Transportation. Abacus Planning Group’s Stephen Maggard, CFP® has met all requirements to become an enrolled agent. An enrolled agent has earned the privilege of representing taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service and is the highest credential the IRS awards. Tom Pietras, a founding shareholder in Bauknight […]
They are ABLE
EditorialHow important is stability, peace of mind or independence to you? These qualities are always top of mind for individuals living with disabilities and their families. They know that financial security is an important step toward achieving an overall sense of well-being. They certainly never want to feel that special needs could keep them from saving for today or the […]
BUSINESS BRIEFS
Mungo Homes broke ground on its new company headquarters Tuesday, September 26 at 441 Western Lane, Irmo. MOA Korean BBQ held a grand opening and ribbon cutting Monday, September 25, 1333 Main Street. Closet Factory will hold its grand opening on October 19, 4 p.m., 2146 Sumter Street. Magnus Development Partners has broken ground on its latest project named Access […]
Bank of America Charitable Foundation awards $70,000 to United Way’s multi-generational family stabilization services
Bank of America Charitable Foundation awarded $70,000 to United Way of the Midlands’ Two-Generation programming, which includes the new Young Men United program. United Way’s Two-Generation approach for families provides long-term case management to improve workforce skills and employment, while addressing barriers to their path to financial stability and independence. Services are also provided to the children and youth in […]
REAL ESTATE
NAI Columbia’s Patrick Palmer, CCIM and Bobby Balboni, CCIM, represented The RMR Group in the sale of the ± 6.89 acre former AMC Theater site, 5320 Forest Drive.