The Carolina Band of the University of South Carolina “The Mighty Sound of the Southeast” performing in the 98th New York City Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
The Olympia Oak: a Treasured Tree
Some of the Midlands area trees are receiving designation as Treasured Trees by the City of Columbia, Forestry and Beautification Division. Those suggested trees could be located on public or private property in the Greater Columbia area. The Olympia Oak was nominated as a Treasured Tree not only for its aesthetic and sentimental value, but also for its association with […]
Wine, Pizza, and Roy Hobbs
It’s not a criticism; It’s an observationWe’ve reduced our social calendar significantly over the last few years. Old friends have either changed orbits or been the subject of obits. New friends have not appeared to replace them. I’m not complaining, you understand, that’s just how things are going. I’m thinking this is a common circumstance. The late fall holiday season is one of the victims, at […]
Snakes Alive! Let’s go shopping
I’m just saying...Sometimes I think the Universe conspires with some unseen forces to make me look bad. And believe me…I don’t need a lot of help in that department. I can look bad all by myself. Right before Thanksgiving I was out shopping for my stepson and husband. We were going to my sister-in-law’s for the big day so, as I do […]
On the Erie Canal—A romantic conclusion
Originally published February 13, 2009Editor’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. Our great Erie Canal adventure concluded at a castle on Seneca Lake, one of the Finger Lakes. At the end of the Ice Age, glaciers moved down from the Arctic […]
FOLKS ABOUT TOWN
University of South Carolina Athletics has announced several changes to its communications department—Steve Fink has been named senior associate AD/communications and public relations; Diana Koval has been named associate AD/communications and public relations; Michael DeBates has been named assistant AD/communications and public relations; Kent Reichert has been named director of communications and public relations; Samantha “Sammie” Grant has been named […]
BUSINESS BRIEFS
The City of Columbia has announced the Capital City’s first-ever Holiday Decorating Contest, inviting local businesses and nonprofit organizations to join in a citywide celebration of holiday cheer. The contest is open to all businesses and nonprofit organizations within the City of Columbia. Participants are invited to decorate the exterior of their storefronts, entranceways, or window displays—provided that the decorations […]
REAL ESTATE
Rox Pollard, John Gressette, and Rox Pollard III of Colliers South Carolina collaborated with Colliers brokers in Quebec, Canada to represent Flight Adventure Park in a 15-year lease renewal of ±85,800 square feet at 741 Fashion Drive at the Village at Sandhill shopping center. Flight Adventure Park recently rebranded to a space and aviation-themed park, the only one of its […]
South Carolina EMS Association announces agreement to advance EMS education
The South Carolina EMS Association (SCEMSA) has announced a new agreement designed to transform EMS education across the state. This partnership brings together the Midlands EMS Management Council and the Lowcountry Regional EMS Council with SCEMSA to create a unified, accessible approach to EMS training. The collaboration will expand access to training, standardize education delivery, and provide critical resources to […]
Dominion Energy offers limited-time offer of 100 percent payout for qualifying home energy efficiency upgrades
For a limited-time, qualifying Dominion Energy residential electric customers can receive a 100 percent payout—up to $3,200—for making eligible energy-saving upgrades to their homes through the Home Energy Check-up Plus program now through March 31, 2025. The program provides upgrades to increase insulation and reduce air leaks throughout the home and is designed to help homeowners improve energy efficiency and […]