Lexington Two’s high schools recently held two popular annual events in front of packed auditoriums. Brookland-Cayce High School’s Miss Bearcat was held February 27. The winners (above, l-r) are Miss Congeniality Sara Powell, Miss Senior Callie Grace Burgess, Miss Junior Bailey Crowe, Runner-up to Miss Bearcat Kerrigan Buff, Miss Bearcat Hailey Twiggs, Miss Sophomore Charli Dawkins, Miss Freshman Camryn Arnold, […]
Studying Synchronous Fireflies
Fireflies, or we as rednecks from Alabama refer to them, lightning bugs, are the puppies of the insect world. Anyone exposed to a group of them as daylight disappears on a spring evening finds them delightful. If they happen to be synchronous, they can be giggle inducing. This redneck from Alabama first learned of synchronous fireflies while watching a program […]
My dog loves other dogs!
Soon we will be enjoying spring weather, perfect for getting out and about with our dogs. And there are lots of great places to go with your dog… outdoor eateries, walks by the river, and events like St. Patrick’s Day at Five Points, 5K run events, and all kinds of outdoor gatherings and events. There will be lots of other […]
Doctor Drama
I’m just saying...Editor’s Note: Julia is vacationing this week. Please enjoy an oldie but a goodie from a few years ago. I know I’ve complained about this before but our world is becoming unpeopled and humanless. Technology is taking over every single person-to-person encounter we’ll ever have! And I hate it! I hate it when I need to talk to a utility […]
Pineville, a historic refuge—Mr. JK’s escapades
Originally published April 11, 2008Editor’s Note: At the request of his readers and in memory of Warner M. Montgomery, Ph. D, we will continue to publish his Adventure Travel stories for the time being. J.K. Gourdin IV (my Uncle Jay) dearly loved his father, J.K. Gourdin III, who was always referred to as Mr. JK. In his Memoirs, Uncle Jay told many stories of […]
Emergency request for Patterson Road sidewalk to be paved as soon as possible
Letter to the EditorI sent a request to SCDOT and hope to hear back soon: It is on the list for later this year—deaths may occur if delayed. It is for a short distance, only one-and-a-half blocks (7300-7457 Patterson Road) past Burnside School. Disabled Vet (Mike) with no legs is totally wheelchair bound, no other transportation, lives in a small rental trailer in […]
FOLKS ABOUT TOWN
Debra Leopard has joined the artistic staff at Columbia Children’s Theatre (CCT). Dennetta Dawson has been named captain over Region 4 for the S.C. Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division.
Cayce unveils new bike rack
The City of Cayce, a hub for bike enthusiasts of all levels, is unveiling a new bike rack located at Cayce’s Guignard Park. One of the unique features of the new bike rack is that the base of the rack is shaped to be the outline of the Cayce city limits. The bike rack was created by Laird Thompson, the […]
BUSINESS BRIEFS
McEntire Produce, a full-service fresh produce supplier, has announced the continued development of its state-of-the-art facility in Richland County. The company’s $26.2 million investment will create 40 new jobs. The South Carolina Retail Association (SCRA) (scretail.org) and its retail member companies recently presented approximately $110,000 in product and cash contributions to Feeding the Carolinas. Experience Columbia SC has announced Columbia […]
Guard honors Retiree of the Year
The South Carolina National Guard held its 76th annual conference in Myrtle Beach recently, giving out dozens of well deserved awards. One award was to honor the Guard’s Retiree of the Year 2024, MSG (RET) John ( Jack) Haynes Jr. and his wife of 56 years, Bonnie Haynes, from West Columbia. Haynes is also the chairman of the Central Midlands […]