Commercial roofing program offered to inmates at Manning Reentry Work Release Center
Sixteen inmates at the Manning Reentry Work Release Center on Beckman Drive are taking a week-long class in commercial roofing.
Author: Lee Williams
USC student who was hit by car reunites with hospital staff that saved his life
“I don’t think I’ll ever really fully understand how close I was to death,” says Sibley, who was hit by a car in February 2022.
Columbia Metropolitan Airport announces more efficient systems, direct flights to popular cities
The airport is implementing a new checked bag inspection system, which according to officials allows for a higher capacity of bags to be processed at a faster rate.
North Main Street widening project now complete, says City of Columbia and Richland County officials
“Vital intersections in this area have been upgraded particularly at North Main Street and Monticello Road. There are also other improvements from cross walks, and upgraded pedestrian routes to landscaping and street lighting. Overhead utilities have been relocated underground,” says District Eight Chair Overture Walker.
New Fisher House for Veterans and their families opens in Columbia
According to the Fisher House Foundation, Veteran families can stay at one of the homes free of charge while a loved one is in the hospital.
Celia Dial Saxon becomes 1st African American with building name on USC Columbia campus
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — The University of South Carolina held a dedication ceremony for the Celia Dial Saxon Residence Hall on Lincoln street. According to university officials, Saxon is the first African American to be honored with a building name on the Columbia campus. Born in 1857, Saxon was one of the first African American students to attend South Carolina…
Veterans Affairs honors 94-year-old volunteer for 15,000 hours of service
94-year-old Dorothy Dickert received an award for having more than 15,000 volunteer hours — mostly spent calling Veterans to remind them of doctor’s appointments.
12-story student housing and retail development breaks ground on Gadsden Street
The building will be over 800,000 square feet and will include student housing, retail spaces, and a parking garage.
Governor McMaster declares April as Child Abuse Prevention Month
DSS State Director Michael Leach says there were over 66,000 reports of child abuse and neglect in South Carolina in 2022.
Providence Home celebrates 60th anniversary, debuts new William “Bill” Cogdill Chapel
Community members and city officials came together to honor Providence Home’s 60th anniversary, and for the debut of its new chapel at its North Main Street campus.
