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Manning Rotary roundup: New officers elected and local kennel owner shares insights on canine training
Last month, the Manning Rotary Club elected new officers with Johnson James of State Farm Insurance stepping into the role of Club President. Leigh Ann Maynard, Publisher of The Manning Times, was named Sergeant of Arms, while Louis Griffith of Bank of Clarendon continued as Treasurer. The club holds its weekly meetings every Wednesday at 12:00 p.m. at Porter Jack’s in Manning.
In Photos: Gamecocks commitment Anthony Addison
South Carolina defensive end commitment Anthony Addison traveled to the Columbia area on Friday night. South Carolina defensive end commitment Anthony Addison returned to the Columbia area on Friday night, as Sumter (S.C.) High School took on White Knoll. TheBigSpur was on hand for the first half of Sumter's 43-40...
Volunteers needed for lake and river cleanup event
Keep the Midlands Beautiful is looking for volunteers to help with their sixth annual lake and rivers cleanup across Lexington and Richland counties. The cleanup is being held on Saturday, September 14 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Volunteers will spend time cleaning up litter on islands, shorelines, boat ramps, roads, and natural areas around Lake Murray as well as rivers and other waterways across the Midlands.
Columbia private school receives prestigious award
Saint Joseph Catholic School in Columbia is celebrating their designation as the first private school in South Carolina to become a Purple Star School. The designation ceremony took place Friday morning, and was attended by Dr. Tremekia Kim Priester, the South Carolina Military Interstate Children's Compact Commission Chair, Jason Fowler from the South Carolina Department of Veterans' Affairs, and Columbia Mayor Daniel Rickenmann.
Community stunned by death of Blythewood High School student
BLYTHEWOOD – A Blythewood High School student passed away Saturday morning, according to BHS Principal Matt Sherman. According to Sherman, the male student died of natural causes. “We are devastated,” Sherman said. ”We’ve been in touch with the family, and we have informed the Blythewood High School family....
Former South Carolina basketball star suffers injury, could miss start of NBA season
Former South Carolina basketball star GG Jackson had a tremendous showing in his first year in the NBA, but his second season could be delayed. On Friday, The Athletic's Shams Charania reported that Jackson broke his foot while playing basketball earlier this week. While further details surrounding the injury have been scarce, most broken foot injuries require a minimum of six weeks before resuming athletic activities and could require a much longer time on the shelf depending on the severity of the break. Even if Jackson's recovery is on the lighter side, he is in danger of missing the start of the 2024-2025 NBA season.
Gamecocks win tough home-opener against Old Dominion 23-19
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - The South Carolina Gamecocks began their season with a hard-fought home win against Old Dominion. This was the first time South Carolina and Old Dominion will compete on the turf, making the Gamecocks ODU’s second SEC opponent all-time. The only other time playing against an SEC team was a 42-28 loss to Vanderbilt in 2014.
Columbia gerontologist offers coping tips for National Grief Awareness Day
Caregivers must care for themselves amongst loss of loved ones. On August 30th, National Grief Awareness Day is recognized as a day for those that have experienced loss, to educate others on grief, the different ways it can play a major part in our daily lives. Recent data is showing that more Americans are caring for their elderly parents. Recent studies indicate that between 47% and 71% report grief while caring for a loved one and 20% experience complicated grief after death.
Keeping you safe from dangerous bacteria in the river
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Even though Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer, there are still plenty of warm days left before fall officially takes hold in the Midlands. That means a lot of people will look to cool off by swimming, kayaking, or floating down our local rivers.
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