The COMET Changes Schedule to Enhanced Saturday Level of Service Beginning May 20 (May 18, 2020) Columbia, SC – The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) announced schedule changes from an enhanced Sunday level of service to a Saturday level of service with added routes and increased frequency to accommodate peak demand times. There will […]
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Community members work with Prisma Health task force to develop and manufacture face shields GREENVILLE, SC – In both Columbia and Greenville, Prisma Health’s Rapid Innovation Taskforce has partnered with local entrepreneurs to rapidly develop and manufacture large quantities of protective face shields for Prisma Health’s front-line healthcare workers. Face shields, which are full-face visors worn […]
Happy Mother’s Day 2020… and wow do we ever need to show our appreciation for the love our dear mamas have showered upon us these past couple of months. They’ve gone the extra mile to keep us entertained, fed, educated, in clean clothes, humored when we’re feeling down, paid the Netflix bill… the list is […]
West Columbia Riverwalk Park and Amphitheater Will Re-Open Friday, May 1, 2020 Yes! Finally, we’ll be back on the Riverwalk, enjoying the sights and sounds of the Congaree River. Following public health protocols, the West Columbia Riverwalk Park and Amphitheater will open to the public on Friday, May 1, 2020, at 8:00 AM. The bathroom […]
On Friday May 1, 2020, the Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission plans to reopen the outdoor trails and greenspaces at their parks, beginning at 8:00am. This welcome news allows park visitors to enjoy walking, jogging and bicycling at Saluda Shoals Park, Melvin Park, Crooked Creek Park, Seven Oaks Park and Mungo Park. The boat ramps at […]
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Restaurants, Retailers, Parks, DMV Offices set to reopen As the Governor relaxes restrictions on businesses and agencies, our economy is slowly emerging from crisis-mode. Here are businesses and agencies that have recently opened or are now offering enhanced options for takeout or curbside contactless pickup. Attention: Do you own a business that has recently reopened […]
Love to check out beautiful homes? Take a look at these three gorgeous Midlands mansions that recently sold or are for sale now … from Heathwood to Lake Murray to Forest Acres. Heathwood Estate Sold on 3/20/2020: $963,000 for 7% under list priceBroker: Yip Premiere Real Estate LLCEstimated Yearly Property Tax: $6,3534 Bed | 3 […]
Looking for a new church home? One that’s in tune with technology and using it to help bring people closer to God? Along with many other programs, this historic church has an impressive library, offering an extensive selection in the form of eBooks, audio books and for Kindle. Get yourself a Shandon UMC library card, […]
Through the month of April, as parks across the state remain closed, Saluda Shoals is bringing their park to you with fun animal facts and videos of local wildlife. The park is also hosting a nature awareness lesson with Ranger Rachel featuring a fun nature lesson, craft activities, and cool biofacts, presented for young children […]
Almost all of them. City of Cayce Riverwalk Parks: From the City of Cayce website: “All Phases of the Riverwalk including Timmerman Trail are open for your pleasure! We are so thankful for our Parks Staff working to get this wonderful, recreational resource open for us. Please use responsibly and follow COVID-19 social distancing precautions.” Please […]
