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The Lake Murray News is a locally-owned newspaper to help make the Lake community a better place to live, work and grow. Founded in 1989 this newspaper constantly strives to improve the positive impact it has on all parts of our communities, including families, neighborhoods, organizations, schools and businesses. We seek to continually grow and improve to give our community the best possible service, and the kind of newspaper they deserve.

Event Supports Community-Police Relationship-Building Programs Across the Carolinas COLUMBIA, S.C. (Sept. 10, 2025) – Se...
09/12/2025

Event Supports Community-Police Relationship-Building Programs Across the Carolinas COLUMBIA, S.C. (Sept. 10, 2025) – Serve & Connect, a South Carolina nonprofit dedicated to strengthening relationships between law enforcement and the communities they serve, will host its 3rd Annual Serve & Connect Golf Tournament on Monday, Nov. 17 at the Woodlands Golf & Country Club in Columbia. The tournament will kick off with a shotgun start at 10:30 a.m....

Event Supports Community-Police Relationship-Building Programs Across the Carolinas COLUMBIA, S.C. (Sept. 10, 2025) – Serve & Connect, a South Carolina nonprofit dedicated to strengthenin…

Richland County Deputy among five first-responders to be honored on the eve of the 24th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 200...
09/12/2025

Richland County Deputy among five first-responders to be honored on the eve of the 24th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) School Resource Officer (SRO) Todd Minemier, one of the longest-serving certified SROs in South Carolina, received Eastminster Presbyterian Church’s Servant Leadership award during ceremonies which similarly recognized and awarded members of the Columbia Police Department, the Columbia-Richland Fire Department, the Forest Acres Police Department, and Richland County Emergency Medical Services (EMS)....

Richland County Deputy among five first-responders to be honored on the eve of the 24th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff’s De…

By Radley West If you’ve ever struggled to stay consistent with your workouts, you’re not alone. Many people start exerc...
09/11/2025

By Radley West If you’ve ever struggled to stay consistent with your workouts, you’re not alone. Many people start exercise programs with the best intentions, only to lose motivation within a few weeks. But what if the key to sticking with it isn’t just willpower, but a workout partner? Research suggests that exercising with a friend can lead to greater success in achieving fitness goals, making the process more enjoyable, and even improving mental health....

By Radley West If you’ve ever struggled to stay consistent with your workouts, you’re not alone. Many people start exercise programs with the best intentions, only to lose motivation within a few w…

COLUMBIA — MUSC Health has expanded women’s healthcare services in the Midlands with the opening of its new Women’s Heal...
09/11/2025

COLUMBIA — MUSC Health has expanded women’s healthcare services in the Midlands with the opening of its new Women’s Health and Imaging Services facility on September 2. The center offers advanced diagnostic technology, including two state-of-the-art Hologic 3D mammography units for both screening and diagnostic imaging. Additional services include ultrasound, CT echo technology, and a dedicated procedural suite, designed to support early detection, faster diagnoses, and coordinated treatment planning—all under one roof....

COLUMBIA — MUSC Health has expanded women’s healthcare services in the Midlands with the opening of its new Women’s Health and Imaging Services facility on September 2. The center…

By Dr. Maria ShelleyChapin Middle School The Cold War conjures up memories of the “space race” or “arms race,” but did y...
09/11/2025

By Dr. Maria ShelleyChapin Middle School The Cold War conjures up memories of the “space race” or “arms race,” but did you know it was also the foundation of another “race” that continues today? In our race to beat all things Soviet, America introduced the Advanced Placement (AP) Exam as a way to propel our brightest students ahead of their international peers....

By Dr. Maria ShelleyChapin Middle School The Cold War conjures up memories of the “space race” or “arms race,” but did you know it was also the foundation of another “…

COLUMBIA — Richland County is inviting residents and businesses to take part in shaping the county’s future as it moves ...
09/11/2025

COLUMBIA — Richland County is inviting residents and businesses to take part in shaping the county’s future as it moves into the third phase of updating its Comprehensive Plan for 2025, called Reimagine Richland. The plan will serve as a long-term guide for development policies and community investment. The county is currently in the Plan Direction Phase, which presents policy recommendations, action steps, and priority investment areas....

COLUMBIA — Richland County is inviting residents and businesses to take part in shaping the county’s future as it moves into the third phase of updating its Comprehensive Plan for 2025,…

COLUMBIA — The City of Columbia has officially joined the growing list of communities across the nation dedicated to sup...
09/11/2025

COLUMBIA — The City of Columbia has officially joined the growing list of communities across the nation dedicated to supporting pollinator health by becoming an affiliate of Bee City USA. Bee City USA, an initiative of the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation, provides a framework for communities to conserve native pollinators through habitat creation, increased use of native plants, reduced reliance on pesticides, and education about biodiversity....

COLUMBIA — The City of Columbia has officially joined the growing list of communities across the nation dedicated to supporting pollinator health by becoming an affiliate of Bee City USA. Bee…

CHAPIN — Woodman Life Park will host a free Craft Show and Farmers Market on Saturday, September 13, from 9 a.m. to noon...
09/11/2025

CHAPIN — Woodman Life Park will host a free Craft Show and Farmers Market on Saturday, September 13, from 9 a.m. to noon, rain or shine. If weather becomes an issue, the event will move inside the lodge. Guests can sip coffee while browsing local vendors and enjoying the lakefront view. The event will be held at 2000 Johnson Marina Road, Chapin…...

CHAPIN — Woodman Life Park will host a free Craft Show and Farmers Market on Saturday, September 13, from 9 a.m. to noon, rain or shine. If weather becomes an issue, the event will move insid…

COLUMBIA — Beginning September 14, Riverbanks Zoo and Garden will welcome guests to experience Sean Kenney’s Nature Conn...
09/11/2025

COLUMBIA — Beginning September 14, Riverbanks Zoo and Garden will welcome guests to experience Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® Made with LEGO® Bricks, an award-winning, record-breaking exhibition that has captivated audiences in nearly 100 cities worldwide. The larger-than-life sculptures, built from millions of LEGO® pieces, showcase themes of conservation, endangered species, and humanity’s relationship with the natural world. Visitors can enjoy the display daily in the…...

COLUMBIA — Beginning September 14, Riverbanks Zoo and Garden will welcome guests to experience Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® Made with LEGO® Bricks, an award-winning, record-br…

Families are invited to enjoy food, music, and fellowship at the Ballentine Community Picnic on Sunday, September 14, fr...
09/10/2025

Families are invited to enjoy food, music, and fellowship at the Ballentine Community Picnic on Sunday, September 14, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Woodmen of the World Lodge, located at 2000 Johnson Marina Road in Chapin. The free event will feature a barbecue meal catered by Tim’s Catering, including pork barbecue, mac and cheese, and more. Guests are encouraged to bring a dessert to share....

Families are invited to enjoy food, music, and fellowship at the Ballentine Community Picnic on Sunday, September 14, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Woodmen of the World Lodge, located at 2000 Johnson Mar…

By Robin All Over the past few weeks, we’ve focused on putting mechanics. Today, let’s take those same principles and ap...
09/10/2025

By Robin All Over the past few weeks, we’ve focused on putting mechanics. Today, let’s take those same principles and apply them to one of golf’s most reliable short-game shots—the chip and run. This shot can be played with a 6- or 7-iron, or even a lofted fairway wood or hybrid. The key is to keep it simple—just like putting. There’s no need for wrist action to “help” the ball into the air....

By Robin All Over the past few weeks, we’ve focused on putting mechanics. Today, let’s take those same principles and apply them to one of golf’s most reliable short-game shots&md…

One of the Midlands’ most anticipated events is back on the calendar. Dining on the Dam, presented by Palmetto Renovatio...
09/10/2025

One of the Midlands’ most anticipated events is back on the calendar. Dining on the Dam, presented by Palmetto Renovations, will return Sunday, September 21, after its original spring date was postponed due to inclement weather. The Lexington Chamber of Commerce expects more than 1,000 guests to gather for the evening, which offers fine dining, live entertainment, and stunning views atop the Lake Murray Dam....

One of the Midlands’ most anticipated events is back on the calendar. Dining on the Dam, presented by Palmetto Renovations, will return Sunday, September 21, after its original spring date wa…

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