News from Richland One: Southeast Middle School teacher Lekena Ackerman, an award-winning teacher who’s been known to wear colonial outfits and pirate costumes to engage her social studies students, will be featured on NBC’s Today Show on Monday, September 21. A videotaped story about Ms. Ackerman and her students will kick off NBC’s TODAY Education […]
Home Shopping in Greater Columbia? 100’s of New Homes & Neighborhoods! Click on the Discover Columbia cover (right) to open the Fall/Holiday 2020 issue! All New! Fall Holiday Issue! Sept 16 – Sept 22, 2020 Tot Trade Now – September 19 Shop gently used children’s clothing, shoes, toys, books, learning, sports, baby and nursery equipment […]
Waterfalls – magical in their visual beauty, their serenity, their sound… these five waterfalls in South Carolina are easy to get to – from mere 10 minute walks to one-hour hikes. All are rated family-friendly. Licklog & Pigpen Falls “You have to hike part of the 77-mile Foothills Trail, followed by a section of the […]
Dear friends of HT@MTC, One thing we know for sure is Harbison Theatre at MTC has the best patrons and supporters in the Midlands and beyond. Our theatre family thanks you for your patience and resilience as we continue to navigate the COVID-19 crisis. I have been working on numerous scenarios with our wonderful team […]
The COMET Launches “Saving Sarah’s Seat” in Honor of Civil Rights Icon (June 18, 2020) Columbia, SC – The COMET will honor local civil rights icon, Sarah Mae Flemming, in honor of the 66th anniversary of Sarah Mae’s ride (June, 22, 1954). Saving Sarah’s Seat is the awareness campaign launched by The COMET about Ms. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Crayton Middle School has done it again! Crayton has been redesignated as a National School to Watch for its academic excellence and for creating an outstanding and supportive learning environment for students. Only 20 schools in South Carolina currently hold this distinction, while 450 schools in the nation are Schools to Watch. The honor by […]
Columbia, SC– Taking the leap into business ownership can be an intimidating endeavor. Richland Library wants you to be prepared for all the rewards and challenges that go along with making that decision. They’re excited to connect the community with their new entrepreneur-in-residence (EiR), Kimico Myers. With more than 25 years of business experience and a Masters […]
