Events/What’s Happening
Events/What's Happening
University of South Carolina Association of Lettermen Golf Tournament Supports Local Causes
Columbia, South Carolina, October 26, 2025 News Summary The University of South Carolina Association of Lettermen held its annual golf tournament at Fort Jackson Golf Club, attracting 50 competing teams. Proceeds...
Orange County SC Faces Indy Eleven in Crucial Match
Irvine, CA, October 26, 2025 News Summary As the regular season nears its conclusion, Orange County SC is poised for a decisive clash against Indy Eleven. A win will secure OC...
Halloween Celebrations in Soda City
Soda City, October 23, 2025 News Summary Soda City is gearing up for a vibrant Halloween season with an array of events running from October 23 through Halloween night. Families and...
Candidates Prepare for Lexington Town Council Election
Lexington, October 22, 2025 News Summary Lexington, South Carolina, is approaching a crucial town council election with three at-large seats up for grabs on November 4. Incumbents Gavin Smith, Todd Carnes,...
South Carolina Begins Early Voting Ahead of Election Day
Columbia, SC, October 21, 2025 News Summary South Carolina has officially launched early voting, allowing eligible residents to cast ballots prior to the November election. While Richland County sees enthusiastic participation,...
Columbia’s Attractions Thrive Amid Government Shutdown
Columbia, SC, October 20, 2025 News Summary Columbia, South Carolina, continues to attract tourists with open attractions and events despite the federal government shutdown. Key sites like Congaree National Park, the...
Phoenix Rising FC Achieves Crucial Victory Against San Antonio
Phoenix, October 20, 2025 News Summary Phoenix Rising FC secured a vital 1-0 win over San Antonio FC, enhancing their playoff prospects. The decisive goal was scored by Charlie Dennis in...
Dutch Fork High School Dominates Lexington in Football Showdown
Lexington, SC, October 20, 2025 News Summary Dutch Fork High School secured a resounding 49-0 victory over rival Lexington High School, showcasing a strong performance that included standout players Jaxon Knotts...
Election Commission Leadership Shakes Up Amid Investigation
Columbia, South Carolina, October 19, 2025 News Summary The South Carolina Election Commission is facing significant leadership changes after an investigation revealed unexpected costs linked to a $28 million ballot scanner...
Community
Orange County SC Faces Indy Eleven in Crucial Match
Irvine, CA, October 26, 2025 News Summary As the regular season nears its conclusion, Orange County SC is poised for a decisive clash against Indy Eleven. A win will secure OC...
Columbia’s Craft Brewery Scene Flourishes
Columbia, October 14, 2025 News Summary Columbia is witnessing a significant expansion in its craft brewery scene, ignited by the ‘pint law’ passed in 2013. This law allows breweries to sell...
Palmetto Championship Wrestling Event in Lexington
Lexington, October 13, 2025 News Summary Palmetto Championship Wrestling (PCW) is set to host a family-friendly wrestling event at the Lexington County Baseball Stadium on October 17, featuring five exciting matches....
Tribute to Lois Marie Shull Raneri: A Legacy of Love
Hilton Head, SC, October 9, 2025 News Summary Lois Marie Shull Raneri, an important member of the Hilton Head community, passed away recently at the age of 87. Known for her...
South Carolina State Fair Returns with Exciting New Attractions
Columbia, SC, September 30, 2025 News Summary The South Carolina State Fair is set to open from October 8 to October 19, featuring a theme of ‘Harvesting Happiness’. Attendees can look...
Richland Library to Host Story Quilt Workshop
Columbia, September 26, 2025 News Summary Richland Library in Columbia is hosting a story quilt workshop aimed at celebrating family traditions through quilting. Scheduled for September 27, this free event encourages...
Irmo Leaders Enhance Community Playground and Plan New Town Hall
Irmo, September 26, 2025 News Summary The Irmo Town Council is taking significant steps to improve Moore Park’s playground and plans for a new town hall. They have approved a resolution...
Weekend Events in Columbia, SC: Art, Festivals, and More
Columbia, SC, September 25, 2025 News Summary This weekend in Columbia, SC, residents and visitors can enjoy a variety of events including Flutter Fest at Monarch Ranch, Disney costume exhibitions at...
Finlay Park Set to Reopen After Major Renovation
Columbia, S.C., September 24, 2025 News Summary Finlay Park in Columbia will reopen on November 15, 2025, following a $24 million renovation that enhanced safety and recreational facilities. The park features...
Concerts
Weekend Events in Columbia, SC: Art, Festivals, and More
Columbia, SC, September 25, 2025 News Summary This weekend in Columbia, SC, residents and visitors can enjoy a variety of events including Flutter Fest at Monarch Ranch, Disney costume exhibitions at...
Columbia’s Fall Concert Season Features Major Artists
Columbia, September 17, 2025 News Summary Columbia is hosting a fall concert season with 25 major artists across genres like pop, rock, and country. Highlights include performances by St. Paul and...
Stevie Nicks Postpones Concerts Due to Injury
News Summary Legendary singer-songwriter Stevie Nicks has postponed her concert in Columbia, SC, scheduled for August 27, due to a fractured shoulder. The performance is now set for December 3....
Stevie Nicks Postpones Concerts Due to Shoulder Injury
News Summary Stevie Nicks, the beloved singer, is taking time to recover from a shoulder injury, resulting in the cancellation of several concerts set for August and September. Fans can...
Blind Boys of Alabama to Perform at Koger Center
News Summary The Blind Boys of Alabama, a legendary gospel group, will be performing at the Koger Center for the Arts. Sponsored by the University of South Carolina School of...
Columbia SC Hosts NBA YoungBoy’s MASA Tour
News Summary NBA YoungBoy is set to headline his first tour, the MASA TOUR, with performances in Columbia, SC on October 8 and 9. After a five-year hiatus, he rejoins...
R&B Legends Unite for Columbia Concert and Charity Events
News Summary Tonight, Columbia welcomes R&B icons Gladys Knight, Chaka Khan, Patti Labelle, and Stephanie Mills for a concert at the Colonial Life Arena. In addition to the concert, the...
Columbia, SC Hosts Action-Packed Weekend of Events
News Summary Columbia, South Carolina, is set to host a vibrant weekend filled with diverse events catering to music lovers, families, and art enthusiasts. Highlights include concerts by comedian Jerry...
Columbia, SC Celebrates Mother’s Day Weekend with Vibrant Events
News Summary This weekend, Columbia, SC, is bustling with activities in honor of Mother’s Day. From the South Carolina Poultry Festival featuring BBQ cook-offs, to the Crimson Screen Horror Film...
Festivals
Halloween Celebrations in Soda City
Soda City, October 23, 2025 News Summary Soda City is gearing up for a vibrant Halloween season with an array of events running from October 23 through Halloween night. Families and...
South Carolina State Fair Returns with Exciting New Attractions
Columbia, SC, September 30, 2025 News Summary The South Carolina State Fair is set to open from October 8 to October 19, featuring a theme of ‘Harvesting Happiness’. Attendees can look...
Weekend Events in Columbia, SC: Art, Festivals, and More
Columbia, SC, September 25, 2025 News Summary This weekend in Columbia, SC, residents and visitors can enjoy a variety of events including Flutter Fest at Monarch Ranch, Disney costume exhibitions at...
Columbia to Host Jam Room Music Festival at Finlay Park
Columbia, September 23, 2025 News Summary The Jam Room Music Festival returns to Columbia with its 12th annual event at the newly renovated Finlay Park. The festival will feature live performances...
47th Annual Jubilee Festival Celebrates Black Culture
Columbia, S.C., September 21, 2025 News Summary The Jubilee Festival, held at the historic Mann-Simons Site, celebrated Black history and resilience with live music, art displays, and a strong community turnout....
Columbia’s Great American Whiskey Fair Celebrates 13th Year
Columbia, SC, September 17, 2025 News Summary Columbia, South Carolina will host the Great American Whiskey Fair, its 13th anniversary, at the historic 701 Whaley building. Attendees can enjoy over 300...
Jubilee: Festival of Black History & Culture Returns to Columbia
Columbia, S.C., September 16, 2025 News Summary The historic Mann-Simons Site in Columbia will host the 47th annual Jubilee: Festival of Black History & Culture, featuring headliner LADY STOUT and a...
Five Points Association Announces Commemorative Poster Contest for JerryFest
Columbia, SC, September 15, 2025 News Summary The Five Points Association has launched a contest for artists to submit designs for the official commemorative poster for JerryFest, celebrating the 60th anniversary...
Columbia to Host the Big HBCU Battle of the Bands
Columbia, South Carolina, September 15, 2025 News Summary Columbia, South Carolina, is preparing to host the 2025 Big HBCU Battle of the Bands this Sunday at Charlie W. Johnson Stadium. With...
Sports
University of South Carolina Association of Lettermen Golf Tournament Supports Local Causes
Columbia, South Carolina, October 26, 2025 News Summary The University of South Carolina Association of Lettermen held its annual golf tournament at Fort Jackson Golf Club, attracting 50 competing teams. Proceeds...
Orange County SC Faces Indy Eleven in Crucial Match
Irvine, CA, October 26, 2025 News Summary As the regular season nears its conclusion, Orange County SC is poised for a decisive clash against Indy Eleven. A win will secure OC...
Columbia’s Attractions Thrive Amid Government Shutdown
Columbia, SC, October 20, 2025 News Summary Columbia, South Carolina, continues to attract tourists with open attractions and events despite the federal government shutdown. Key sites like Congaree National Park, the...
Phoenix Rising FC Achieves Crucial Victory Against San Antonio
Phoenix, October 20, 2025 News Summary Phoenix Rising FC secured a vital 1-0 win over San Antonio FC, enhancing their playoff prospects. The decisive goal was scored by Charlie Dennis in...
Dutch Fork High School Dominates Lexington in Football Showdown
Lexington, SC, October 20, 2025 News Summary Dutch Fork High School secured a resounding 49-0 victory over rival Lexington High School, showcasing a strong performance that included standout players Jaxon Knotts...
Carolina Ascent FC Gears Up for Brooklyn FC Showdown
Brooklyn, NY, October 19, 2025 News Summary Carolina Ascent FC is preparing to face Brooklyn FC at Maimonides Park with the aim of improving their standings. Currently tied on points, both...
Dutch Fork High School Hosts Lexington High School Football Game
Columbia, South Carolina, October 18, 2025 News Summary Dutch Fork High School will host Lexington High School on October 17 for a crucial high school football matchup. Dutch Fork seeks to...
Lexington, Kentucky Hosts Sports Events This Week
Lexington, Kentucky, October 15, 2025 News Summary This week in Lexington, Kentucky, a thrilling lineup of sports events is set to take place, featuring college, high school, and professional competitions in...
Columbia’s Craft Brewery Scene Flourishes
Columbia, October 14, 2025 News Summary Columbia is witnessing a significant expansion in its craft brewery scene, ignited by the ‘pint law’ passed in 2013. This law allows breweries to sell...
Holidays
Halloween Celebrations in Soda City
Soda City, October 23, 2025 News Summary Soda City is gearing up for a vibrant Halloween season with an array of events running from October 23 through Halloween night. Families and...
Wingard Park to Open in Lexington
Lexington, August 30, 2025 News Summary Lexington will soon unveil Wingard Park, a newly developed 14-acre green space, set to welcome the public on September 5, 2025. The park features a...
Riverbanks Zoo Welcomes New Tammar Wallaby Joey Sherman
News Summary Riverbanks Zoo in Columbia, S.C. has introduced a new Tammar wallaby joey named Sherman. The name was chosen through a community voting process that engaged local residents. Sherman,...
Independence Day Celebration in Lexington
News Summary Lexington will host a free Independence Day event at the Icehouse Amphitheater featuring live music by the 246th Army Band, fireworks, and food options. Attendees are encouraged to...
Midlands Gears Up for Fourth of July Fireworks Celebrations
News Summary As the Fourth of July approaches, communities in the Midlands are preparing for an array of exciting fireworks events. From the spectacular display at Lake Murray to local...
Columbia, South Carolina Celebrates Juneteenth with Art
News Summary In Columbia, South Carolina, vibrant Juneteenth celebrations are being prepared to honor the day when Union soldiers announced freedom for enslaved people. Local Black creatives reflect on liberation...
Celebrating Juneteenth with Community Events in Columbia, SC
News Summary Columbia, SC, is preparing for its 9th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Fest and Parade on June 21. This family-friendly event features live music, food trucks, and community engagement activities...
Pine Island State Park Opening in Lexington, SC
News Summary Pine Island State Park, the newest addition to South Carolina’s parks, is set for its soft opening on October 1. The 27-acre park offers scenic views by Lake...
Rare Rocky Shoals Spider Lily Blooms in Columbia
News Summary The Rocky Shoals Spider Lily, a threatened aquatic plant, is blooming along the Congaree River in Columbia, South Carolina. Despite some damage from high water levels, conservationists are...
Theater
Weekend Events in Columbia, SC: Art, Festivals, and More
Columbia, SC, September 25, 2025 News Summary This weekend in Columbia, SC, residents and visitors can enjoy a variety of events including Flutter Fest at Monarch Ranch, Disney costume exhibitions at...
Five Points Association Announces Commemorative Poster Contest for JerryFest
Columbia, SC, September 15, 2025 News Summary The Five Points Association has launched a contest for artists to submit designs for the official commemorative poster for JerryFest, celebrating the 60th anniversary...
Lexington Appoints New Artistic Director for Village Square Theatre
Lexington, September 6, 2025 News Summary Lexington’s Village Square Theatre has announced David LaTorre as its new artistic director, effective June 1, 2025. LaTorre, who has a rich history with the...
Broadway Star Jennifer Holliday to Perform at Harbison Theater
Irmo, SC, September 4, 2025 News Summary Award-winning Broadway star Jennifer Holliday will launch the new theater season with a special performance at Harbison Theater on September 20. Known for her...
Columbia Launches Smartphone Filmmaking Contest
Columbia, August 23, 2025 News Summary Columbia’s public art program, Columbia Streams Art, has announced a smartphone filmmaking contest open to all skill levels. Participants can submit their films for a...
Nate Bargatze to Perform in Columbia
Columbia, August 12, 2025 News Summary Columbia will host comedian Nate Bargatze’s ‘Big Dumb Eyes World Tour’ at the Colonial Life Arena on August 14. The same evening, the community is...
Columbia, South Carolina Hosts Weekend of Exciting Events
News Summary This weekend, Columbia, South Carolina, is filled with diverse activities, including back-to-school fairs, Bigfoot Fest, and outdoor events. Families can enjoy free school supplies, engaging performances, and community...
Skyline Club Set to Reopen as Country Music Haven
News Summary The historic Skyline Club in Columbia, recently acquired by Angie Cook, is preparing for a grand reopening, aiming to revive the local country music scene. With its rich...
Village Square Theater Presents Adaptation of ‘Alice in Wonderland’
News Summary The Village Square Theater in Columbia, South Carolina, is unveiling a vibrant adaptation of ‘Alice in Wonderland’ featuring an impressive cast of 150 children. With iconic characters and...