They were South Carolinians sent into the bloody trenches of World War I. They came out as heroes – having earned 146
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(Columbia, SC) – On Thursday, June 6 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, the annual meeting of the Columbia Museum of Art’s Friends of African American Art & Culture will feature a celebration of life for Marjorie Brittain Hammock (1936-2024), a treasured member of the
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It is with deep sadness, that we announce the passing of our Vice Chair, John V. Furgess, Sr. Mr. Furgess was elected as the Board’s Vice Chairman in 2022 and reelected in
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(Santee, SC) — Today, Congressman James E. Clyburn released the following statement on the passing of the 39th President of the United States, James Earl Carter, Jr.: “President Jimmy Carter lived a life devoted to
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With the future of public transportation on the ballot in Richland County yesterday, the voice of the voters was heard. The COMET issues the following statement of gratitude to the residents of
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(Columbia, SC) – The Wiley Kennedy Foundation, the NAACP, the Columbia Urban League, the Gethsemane Association and others have put together a series of informative forms on Project 2025. They are entitled, “What’s
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As a leader in the technology sector, I am dedicated to driving business innovation through E Logix IT. Specializing in comprehensive technology services that include Managed IT, IP phone systems, and robust
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(Columbia, SC) –The City of Columbia is collaborating with Sistercare for the second annual toiletry drive. Sistercare is a nonprofit organization that helps victims and families recover from domestic violence. Please consider donating
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(Columbia, S.C.) — The South Carolina State Fair is now accepting entries for its annual competitive exhibits, which will be on display Oct. 9-20, 2024 during the S.C. State Fair. Exhibitors from
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The University of South Carolina, with the aid of the Center for Civil Rights History and Research, will restore and preserve the historic Florence C. Benson Elementary School in Columbia, South Carolina,
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(Columbia, SC) – Get ready! The 2nd Annual Black Eats Week 803 is just around the corner, and nine Black-owned food establishments will participate in this year’s festivities, held June 17-23, 2024. Established in 2023, Black Eats
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David Robinson II’s life is a powerful narrative of resilience, service, and unyielding dedication to community. Born and raised in Columbia, SC, David’s journey from an independent contractor to a devoted father,
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