Five reasons to put college savings under the tree
2021-12-15
By South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis Looking for a special holiday present? The gift of college savings could be a perfect choice this Christmas. LikeContinue Reading
Nine indicted on Federal drug trafficking conspiracy
2021-12-15
The FBI Columbia field office and the Columbia Violent Gang Task Force has announced the indictment of nine individuals for drug trafficking charges in SouthContinue Reading
Red Cross helps families After Gleneagle Apartment Fire
2021-12-15
Volunteers with the American Red Cross are helping at least 25 people after an apartment fire at Gleneagle Apartments, 601 Saint Andrews Road in ColumbiaContinue Reading
Midway Elementary Principal Janet Fickling announces retirement
2021-12-14
Following a dedicated 31-year career in education, Midway Elementary Principal Janet M. Fickling announces she will retire at the end of the 2021–2022 school year.Continue Reading
Operation Spread the Joy now accepting donations
2021-12-14
The eleventh annual “Operation Spread the Joy” (OSJ) campaign is once again collecting items to distribute Christmas Eve morning to Columbia’s homeless. OSJ volunteers areContinue Reading
Alexander elected S.C. Senate president
2021-12-14
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. South Carolina Senator Thomas C. Alexander (R–District 1–Oconee and Pickens Counties) was sworn-in as president of the S.C. Senate, Dec.Continue Reading
Tips for shopping safely, avoiding fraud
2021-12-14
Many family gatherings and shopping trips are back on this year, which means criminals are back in action to steal gifts and money. “This timeContinue Reading
Alfonso Franco joins Family Connection board
2021-12-14
Family Connection of South Carolina has named Alfonso Franco to their board of directors. Family Connection provides resources and services to families who have aContinue Reading
FBI warns of holiday scams
2021-12-14
The FBI Columbia Field Office is warning the public of common holiday scams ahead of the 2021 holiday season. With seasonal shopping in full gear,Continue Reading
S.C. Floodwater Commission chair earns doctorate
2021-12-14
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Dr. Tom Mullikin, chairman of the S.C. Floodwater Commission, was formally “hooded,” officially receiving his Ph.D. during commencement ceremonies atContinue Reading
S.C. Arts Commission adds to growing team, service areas
2021-12-12
To strengthen constituent service as it expands grant and program offerings, the South Carolina Arts Commission (SCAC) is announcing the addition of four new membersContinue Reading