The United States Marine Corp had over 583 teams run the 4. 2 mile Ultimate Challenge Mud Run course this year at Fort Jackson September 22, 2007. Above Katie Gibson trudges through the mud to help her team come in 18th in the women's division. Team members are (l- ) Cari Lovejoy, Katie Gibson, Jack... More...
By Bill Rogers Executive director of S.C. Press Association
It's National Newspaper Week, so step back and take a look at what newspapers mean to communities across the state. I'm using the present tense "mean," not the past tense "meant." I do this because newspapers in South Carolina remain the dominant media in their communities, with readership in mos... More...
For the past 30 years, father and son team, Larry and Andy Ogburn have worked side by side in the SCUBA diving industry. They have seen major changes in equipment and curriculum criteria. More...
Dr. Larry Siegel lectured the Columbia Torch Club last week on, "Saving the world for your grandchildren." Having been a pediatric physician for many years in California, New York, and South Carolina, he has turned his attention to a "greener" world for his progeny. More...
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Carlos Gutierrez and U.S. Senator Lindsay Graham (R- S.C.) spoke to students and the media at USC's Moore School of Business Monday, October 1, in Lumpkin Auditorium. Dr. Hildy Teegan, dean at the Moore School, welcomed the audience, as did Dr. Harris Pastides, USC's vi... More...
A can- do attitude is the main ingredient for success, according to Joe Herndon Jr. of Chapin. He should know. He is capping a successful military and business career with a two- term service as District Governor for Ruritan. Being asked to serve a second term is not the usual, and neither is bei... More...
My wife called me pathetic the other night. She caught me laughing uncontrollably at the campfBirlaez sicnegn Sea idnd tlhese. movie In my defense, it was a Tuesday night and absolutely nothing else was on television, plus I'm a guy so it's basically genetically predetermined that bodily functions... More...
The Hammond Skyhawks were struggling to find a rhythm in their game against Cardinal Newman Friday night, September 28. The first half was marred by turnovers and sloppy play. The Cardinals had momentum and were primed to pull the upset- then the second half began. More...
Charley's Backyard Stars are young South Carolina students who have read and embraced the Official Children's Book of Columbia, Charley's Columbia Backyard, and wish to tell others about their own backyard experiences. Author Caroline Bennett has visited schools and collected writings and art from... More...
Henry William Ravenel became a full- fledged member of the planter society centered around Pineville. He had the connections, the knowledge, and the aptitude needed to compete in the global marketplace. With careful management of his rice and cotton, he became wealthy. But, he was not satisfied.... More...
ART Art,Art,and More Art at Mays Park will offer classes Oct.- March. Just the two of us, parent and child for ages 2- 4; Homeschool art for ages 4- 7, 8- 12, and 12 and up; and Afterschool for ages 4- 7, 8- 12, and 12 and up. Contact Steve Hewitt, 545-3100. More...
NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATES All persons having claims against the following estates are required to deliver or mail their claims to the indicated Personal Representatives, appointed to administer these estates, and to file their claims on Form #371PC with the Probate Court of Richland Count... More...
Knowing the right name of a plant is a big step toward understanding it, which makes it easier to determine the best ways to grow it. On the other hand, it is often much easier to develop a strategy for getting rid of a weed if you know what it is you are trying to eliminate. More...
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