97-year-old WWII Veteran reflects on time in Army
Marion Willis Shealy became a Corporal in General Patton’s Third Army during World War II.
Author: Lee Williams
Prisma Health teams with Habitat for Humanity to restore, rebuild homes
Fifteen volunteers at each of the two homes in West Columbia — including doctors, nurses, and management — helped paint, power-wash, caulk windows, and handle building construction and repairs as needed.
SCGOP Chairman, Democrat House District 75 Elect respond to Election Day wins
South Carolina GOP Chairman Drew McKissick spoke at the Republican Party’s office on Marion Street this morning about yesterday’s wins for the Republican Party. Democratic winner of House District 75, Heather Bauer, was able to break through the Republican Party’s stronghold on the state.
Political Science professor offers insight on Election Day
According to the South Carolina Election Commission, as of November 2nd, more than 431,000 South Carolinians have voted early.
CDC gives updates on RSV, flu cases, both on rise nationally
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention continue to encourage everyone to get your flu shot, and take precautions against respiratory illnesses like Respiratory Syncytial Virus, or RSV.
Midlands soldier receives General MacArthur Leadership Award at Pentagon, achieves pilot honor
Army National Guard Captain Joshua Blizzard was presented with the prestigious award for showing ideals of duty, honor, and country.
Columbia International University celebrates 100th anniversary
Columbia International University kicked off its 100th anniversary celebration with a parade of flags, representing 160 nations that alumni from the school work and serve.
Capital Projects Sales Tax on ballot for Lexington County voters
The initiative is led by the Lexington Chamber and Visitor Center, Batesburg-Leesville Chamber of Commerce, Cayce-West Columbia Chamber of Commerce, Irmo Chamber of Commerce, 1Voice Lexington County, and Lexington County Development Corporation.
“Reverse trick-or-treating” at Prisma Health Children’s Hospital brings candy to the kids
Halloween night is usually a fun time for kids to dress up and go trick-or-treating. But patients at Prisma Health Children’s Hospital aren’t often able to participate. Instead, the hospital holds what they call “reverse trick-or-treating” where the candy and costumes come right to the kids.
“Black is a Rainbow Color” removed from school libraries, pending review
A children’s book has been removed from libraries in Lexington-Richland School District Five following a formal challenge. The book being questioned is called “Black Is A Rainbow Color,” written by Angela Joy. According to Joy, “Black Is A Rainbow Color” is about a little girl exploring her neighborhood as she learns about Black history and Black culture.
