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Making the most of your hometown

2010-2011 guide to
Columbia and the Midlands

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contents
4 | WHO WE ARE
What you should know about living
here

6 | GETTING SETTLED
Government services, driving
regulations and more

10 | COMMUNITIES
A look at living intown, in the suburbs
and near Lake Murray
ON THE COVER
20 | OUT AND ABOUT A view of one of the ponds on
River Pond Road.
Farmers markets, children’s activities,
PHOTOGRAPH BY
and what makes Columbia unique GERRY MELENDEZ
GMELENDEZ@THESTATE.COM

26 | FAITH
Diverse offerings in worship ABOUT THIS MAGAZINE
Living Here is an annual publication of
28 | MILITARY The State, produced by staff reporters,
Fort Jackson, veterans groups photographers, designers and editors. Send
comments and suggestions to section editor
Janet Kahler at jkahler@thestate.com. For Dr. Abrams DMD and Associates
32 | PUBLIC SCHOOLS additional copies, call (803) 255-1386. General Dentist
Local school districts
How to reach our newspaper departments:
SERVICES
Free Professional Teeth Whitening
34 | PRIVATE SCHOOLS Newspaper subscriptions: (800) 888-3566 with an Oral Evaluation
Private institutions Print advertising: (803) 771-8338 (retail
Call today to schedule an appointment!
business); (803) 771-SOLD (classified)
Online advertising: (803) 771-8338
35 | COLLEGES &
UNIVERSITIES NEWSROOM
Public and private higher education News tips: (803) 771-8415
Sports: (803) 771-8470
Business: (803) 771-8619 Walk-in's Welcome
36 | ON THE TOWN Life&Style: (803) 771-8441
The arts, restaurants and nightlife Most Insurance accepted
To publish an event or announcement, and Habla Español
for all other news-related questions: (803)
39 | SHOPPING 771-8415 General and Cosmetic
Malls and specialty shops thestate.com: (803) 771-8598
Dentistry
All other newspaper inquiries: (803) 771-6161
40 | AT PLAY
State and local parks THE STATE ONLINE
thestate.com: The website of The State
42 | SPORTS newspaper, including breaking news, political
updates, sports news and entertainment listings.
Where to find a good game to take in
gogamecocks.com: Your source for daily 145 Pelham Drive
recruiting, practice and breaking news reports
44 | BUSINESS Columbia, SC 29209

STAJH4439-47-1
about University of South Carolina athletics.
midlandspreps.com: Track your favorite (Next to the Target Shopping center on Garners Ferry Rd)
The area’s top employers
and health care
high school players and teams. Call Today! 803-661-8412
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contents
4 | WHO WE ARE
What you should know about living
here

6 | GETTING SETTLED
Government services, driving
regulations and more

10 | COMMUNITIES
A look at living intown, in the suburbs
and near Lake Murray
ON THE COVER
20 | OUT AND ABOUT A view of one of the ponds on
River Pond Road.
Farmers markets, children’s activities,
PHOTOGRAPH BY
and what makes Columbia unique GERRY MELENDEZ
GMELENDEZ@THESTATE.COM

26 | FAITH
Diverse offerings in worship ABOUT THIS MAGAZINE
Living Here is an annual publication of
28 | MILITARY The State, produced by staff reporters,
Fort Jackson, veterans groups photographers, designers and editors. Send
comments and suggestions to section editor
Janet Kahler at jkahler@thestate.com. For Dr. Abrams DMD and Associates
32 | PUBLIC SCHOOLS additional copies, call (803) 255-1386. General Dentist
Local school districts
How to reach our newspaper departments:
SERVICES
Free Professional Teeth Whitening
34 | PRIVATE SCHOOLS Newspaper subscriptions: (800) 888-3566 with an Oral Evaluation
Private institutions Print advertising: (803) 771-8338 (retail
Call today to schedule an appointment!
business); (803) 771-SOLD (classified)
Online advertising: (803) 771-8338
35 | COLLEGES &
UNIVERSITIES NEWSROOM
Public and private higher education News tips: (803) 771-8415
Sports: (803) 771-8470
Business: (803) 771-8619 Walk-in's Welcome
36 | ON THE TOWN Life&Style: (803) 771-8441
The arts, restaurants and nightlife Most Insurance accepted
To publish an event or announcement, and Habla Español
for all other news-related questions: (803)
39 | SHOPPING 771-8415 General and Cosmetic
Malls and specialty shops thestate.com: (803) 771-8598
Dentistry
All other newspaper inquiries: (803) 771-6161
40 | AT PLAY
State and local parks THE STATE ONLINE
thestate.com: The website of The State
42 | SPORTS newspaper, including breaking news, political
updates, sports news and entertainment listings.
Where to find a good game to take in
gogamecocks.com: Your source for daily 145 Pelham Drive
recruiting, practice and breaking news reports
44 | BUSINESS Columbia, SC 29209

STAJH4439-47-1
about University of South Carolina athletics.
midlandspreps.com: Track your favorite (Next to the Target Shopping center on Garners Ferry Rd)
The area’s top employers
and health care
high school players and teams. Call Today! 803-661-8412
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who we are } { who we are

A LOOK AT STATE POLITICS STATE AND FEDERAL OFFICIALS


>>> Governor Georgetown, Lee, Marion,
Orangeburg, Richland, Sumter,
DEMOGRAPHIC SNAPSHOT OF
AT THE STATE HOUSE
THE MIDLANDS AND SOUTH CAROLINA
Next election: Nov. 2
Williamsburg
Mark Sanford (R)
The S.C. General Assembly meets 2135 Rayburn House Office Building
Office of the Governor
each year in early January and Washington, DC 20515
P.O. Box 12267
adjourns on the first Thursday (202) 225-3315
Columbia, SC 29211
in June. The S.C. House of 1225 Lady Street, Suite 200
(803) 734-2100
Representatives, which is elected (803) 799-1100 Information provided by
mark@gov.sc.gov
every two years, has 124 members. clyburn.house.gov
The S.C. Senate, which is elected
>>> Lieutenant Governor
Central Midlands Council
every four years, has 46 members. Next election: Nov. 2
Lawmakers’ main duty each year Next election: Nov. 2 of Governments using 2009
John Spratt (D)
is to pass a budget to fund all
functions of state government,
Andre Bauer(R) District 5: Cherokee, Chester, estimates from Experian/
State House, 1st Floor Chesterfield, Darlington, Dillon,
from K-12 education, to colleges, P.O. Box 142 Applied Geographic
Fairfield, Florence, Kershaw,
to health care. Columbia, S.C. 29202 Lancaster, Lee, Marlboro, Newberry,
(803) 734-2080 Sumter, York
Solutions, Synergos
5 HOT-BUTTON ISSUES ltgov@scsenate.org 1401 Longworth Building Technologies, Inc., Austin,
IN THE COMING YEAR Washington, DC 20515
1. Budget. As S.C. crawls out of
>>> U.S. Senators (202) 225-5501 Texas.
Next election: 2014 707 Bultman Drive
the nation’s worst ever recession,
Sumter, SC 29150
state revenues are projected to Lindsey Graham (R)
languish next year. That means 290 Russell Senate Office Building (803) 773-3362 SOUTH CAROLINA
www.house.gov/spratt
state lawmakers will have to Washington, DC 20510 POPULATION: 4,580,629
prioritize spending, likely cut (202) 224-5972 Male: 2,214,215
essential functions such as 508 Hampton St., Suite 202 Next election: Nov. 2 Female: 2,366,414
public safety and remake state Columbia, SC 29201 Joe Wilson (R) Median age: 37.9
government to match new revenue (803) 933-0112 District 2: Aiken, Allendale, Barnwell,
realities. S.C. has lost $2 billion in lgraham.senate.gov Beaufort, Calhoun, Hampton, Jasper, RACE/ETHNICITY
revenue over the past two years. Lexington, Orangeburg, Richland White: 67.4 percent
Next election: Nov. 2 212 Cannon House Office Building African-American: 28.0 percent
2. Economy. S.C.’s unemployment Jim DeMint (R) Washington, DC 20515 Hispanic or Latino: 4.4 percent
rate has been among the country’s 340 Russell Senate Office Building (202) 225-2452
Asian: 1.6 percent
worst during the recession. State Washington, DC 20510 1700 Sunset Blvd., Suite 1
lawmakers will debate the policy (202) 224-6121 West Columbia, SC 29169
shifts and the investments South TIM DOMINICK/TDOMINICK@THESTATE.COM
MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME:
1901 Main St., Suite 1475 (803) 939-0041
Carolina should make to attract $47,684; individuals below poverty level:
Cherry trees bloom downtown. Columbia, SC 29201 joewilson.house.gov C. ALUKA BERRY/CABERRY@THESTATE.COM
businesses and to help business (803) 771-6112
641,485 *
already in the state grow. demint.senate.gov >>> State legislators Columbia Museum of Art held a viewing of a new mural by Benedict College art gallery director Tyrone Geter before
AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD SIZE: 2.47 it was sent to the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center in Cincinnati, Ohio.
and agricultural commissioner. and stained glass windows. To find out who your state
3. Education. More than $700 After electing a new governor in The State House grounds are a >>> Area U.S. House
million in federal stimulus money representative and senator are, go to COMMUTING: Mean travel time to work:
November, lawmakers will resume monument to the state’s military Next election: Nov. 2 www.scstatehouse.net and click on
has helped soften cuts to the state’s this debate in 2011. and political history. Statues of 22.9 minutes * AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD SIZE: 2.35 Asian: 2.4 percent Median age: 39.1
K-12 public schools and to the state’s Jim Clyburn (D) “Find Your Legislator.” Members of
Confederate Gen. Wade Hampton District 6: Bamberg, Berkeley, the House are up for election in 2010. MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME:
public colleges and universities. That VISITORS: GET A LOOK and U.S. Sen. Strom Thurmond TOTAL HOUSING UNITS: 110,142; RACE/ETHNICITY
$52,439
money has now dried up, so state
AT YESTERDAY & TODAY and a monument to African-
Calhoun, Charleston, Clarendon, The entire General Assembly is up for RICHLAND COUNTY owner-occupied 62.9 percent, renter- White: 72.1 percent
lawmakers will have to figure out Colleton, Dorchester, Florence, election in 2012.
American history in the state are County seat: Columbia COMMUTING: Mean travel time to work: occupied 27.0 percent African-American: 26.2 percent
how to pay for education. Public tours of the State House popular attractions. The most 21.9 minutes * AVERAGE HOME VALUE: $169,000 ** Hispanic or Latino: 2.5 percent
and grounds: The public can tour controversial is the Confederate Asian: 0.6 percent
4. Tax reform. A panel appointed the inside of the State House POPULATION: 377,295 AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD SIZE: 2.49
flag displayed beside the Soldier’s Male: 185,440
by lawmakers to review and offer during business hours and tour Monument in front of the State MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME:
suggestions on how to improve the the State House grounds anytime. House.
USEFUL GOVERNMENT WEB SITES Female: 191,855 LEXINGTON COUNTY $56,487
TOTAL HOUSING UNITS: 26,459;
state’s tax code will be issues in a Median age: 34.6 owner-occupied 71.3 percent: renter-
Inside, visitors can see how the www. scgov.com: The main page of state government; includes County seat: Lexington
November report. Based on that nearly 160-year-old building has occupied 17.4 percent
Hours for visiting inside the State links to state telephone directories, agency sites and other COMMUTING: Mean travel time to work:
report, lawmakers will offer reforms preserved much of its original House: useful sites RACE/ETHNICITY 24.3 minutes * AVERAGE HOME VALUE: $86,420 **
POPULATION: 249,272
to the state’s tax code next year. character, even after surviving a n 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday White: 49.8 percent AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD SIZE: 2.55
www.scstatehouse.net: The main page of the General Male: 120,851
Union assault during the Civil n 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday African-American: 45 percent
5. Restructuring. Efforts have Assembly; includes links to live webcasts of House and Female: 128,421 MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME:
War and undergoing a series of n 1-5 p.m. the first Sunday of each Hispanic or Latino: 3.9 percent KERSHAW COUNTY
failed to require the lieutenant renovations. Senate proceedings, as well as search engines to locate specific Median age: 38.7 $48,656
month Asian: 2.8 percent
governor to run on a ticket The last renovation was about 10 legislation or to research state codes County seat: Camden
with the governor and to let the years ago, when the building got www.state.sc.us/jobs: The main employment page of state TOTAL HOUSING UNITS: 161,985; RACE/ETHNICITY COMMUTING: Mean travel time to work:
Sitting in on legislative action:
governor — instead of voters a $50 million facelift. Visitors are government; updated daily; includes every state government owner-occupied 56.2 percent, renter- White: 80.6 percent POPULATION: 60,335 27.9 minutes*
The galleries in the House and
— pick the state education told the history behind the interior Senate are open to the public for job being advertised occupied 34.8 percent African-American: 14.7 percent Male: 28,961
superintendent, secretary of state Notes: * 2000 U.S. Census; ** Estimates from
of the dome, the marble flooring watching the Legislature in action. Hispanic or Latino: 4.2 percent Female: 31,374 county assessors
AVERAGE HOME VALUE: $153,000**

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who we are } { who we are

A LOOK AT STATE POLITICS STATE AND FEDERAL OFFICIALS


>>> Governor Georgetown, Lee, Marion,
Orangeburg, Richland, Sumter,
DEMOGRAPHIC SNAPSHOT OF
AT THE STATE HOUSE
THE MIDLANDS AND SOUTH CAROLINA
Next election: Nov. 2
Williamsburg
Mark Sanford (R)
The S.C. General Assembly meets 2135 Rayburn House Office Building
Office of the Governor
each year in early January and Washington, DC 20515
P.O. Box 12267
adjourns on the first Thursday (202) 225-3315
Columbia, SC 29211
in June. The S.C. House of 1225 Lady Street, Suite 200
(803) 734-2100
Representatives, which is elected (803) 799-1100 Information provided by
mark@gov.sc.gov
every two years, has 124 members. clyburn.house.gov
The S.C. Senate, which is elected
>>> Lieutenant Governor
Central Midlands Council
every four years, has 46 members. Next election: Nov. 2
Lawmakers’ main duty each year Next election: Nov. 2 of Governments using 2009
John Spratt (D)
is to pass a budget to fund all
functions of state government,
Andre Bauer(R) District 5: Cherokee, Chester, estimates from Experian/
State House, 1st Floor Chesterfield, Darlington, Dillon,
from K-12 education, to colleges, P.O. Box 142 Applied Geographic
Fairfield, Florence, Kershaw,
to health care. Columbia, S.C. 29202 Lancaster, Lee, Marlboro, Newberry,
(803) 734-2080 Sumter, York
Solutions, Synergos
5 HOT-BUTTON ISSUES ltgov@scsenate.org 1401 Longworth Building Technologies, Inc., Austin,
IN THE COMING YEAR Washington, DC 20515
1. Budget. As S.C. crawls out of
>>> U.S. Senators (202) 225-5501 Texas.
Next election: 2014 707 Bultman Drive
the nation’s worst ever recession,
Sumter, SC 29150
state revenues are projected to Lindsey Graham (R)
languish next year. That means 290 Russell Senate Office Building (803) 773-3362 SOUTH CAROLINA
www.house.gov/spratt
state lawmakers will have to Washington, DC 20510 POPULATION: 4,580,629
prioritize spending, likely cut (202) 224-5972 Male: 2,214,215
essential functions such as 508 Hampton St., Suite 202 Next election: Nov. 2 Female: 2,366,414
public safety and remake state Columbia, SC 29201 Joe Wilson (R) Median age: 37.9
government to match new revenue (803) 933-0112 District 2: Aiken, Allendale, Barnwell,
realities. S.C. has lost $2 billion in lgraham.senate.gov Beaufort, Calhoun, Hampton, Jasper, RACE/ETHNICITY
revenue over the past two years. Lexington, Orangeburg, Richland White: 67.4 percent
Next election: Nov. 2 212 Cannon House Office Building African-American: 28.0 percent
2. Economy. S.C.’s unemployment Jim DeMint (R) Washington, DC 20515 Hispanic or Latino: 4.4 percent
rate has been among the country’s 340 Russell Senate Office Building (202) 225-2452
Asian: 1.6 percent
worst during the recession. State Washington, DC 20510 1700 Sunset Blvd., Suite 1
lawmakers will debate the policy (202) 224-6121 West Columbia, SC 29169
shifts and the investments South TIM DOMINICK/TDOMINICK@THESTATE.COM
MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME:
1901 Main St., Suite 1475 (803) 939-0041
Carolina should make to attract $47,684; individuals below poverty level:
Cherry trees bloom downtown. Columbia, SC 29201 joewilson.house.gov C. ALUKA BERRY/CABERRY@THESTATE.COM
businesses and to help business (803) 771-6112
641,485 *
already in the state grow. demint.senate.gov >>> State legislators Columbia Museum of Art held a viewing of a new mural by Benedict College art gallery director Tyrone Geter before
AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD SIZE: 2.47 it was sent to the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center in Cincinnati, Ohio.
and agricultural commissioner. and stained glass windows. To find out who your state
3. Education. More than $700 After electing a new governor in The State House grounds are a >>> Area U.S. House
million in federal stimulus money representative and senator are, go to COMMUTING: Mean travel time to work:
November, lawmakers will resume monument to the state’s military Next election: Nov. 2 www.scstatehouse.net and click on
has helped soften cuts to the state’s this debate in 2011. and political history. Statues of 22.9 minutes * AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD SIZE: 2.35 Asian: 2.4 percent Median age: 39.1
K-12 public schools and to the state’s Jim Clyburn (D) “Find Your Legislator.” Members of
Confederate Gen. Wade Hampton District 6: Bamberg, Berkeley, the House are up for election in 2010. MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME:
public colleges and universities. That VISITORS: GET A LOOK and U.S. Sen. Strom Thurmond TOTAL HOUSING UNITS: 110,142; RACE/ETHNICITY
$52,439
money has now dried up, so state
AT YESTERDAY & TODAY and a monument to African-
Calhoun, Charleston, Clarendon, The entire General Assembly is up for RICHLAND COUNTY owner-occupied 62.9 percent, renter- White: 72.1 percent
lawmakers will have to figure out Colleton, Dorchester, Florence, election in 2012.
American history in the state are County seat: Columbia COMMUTING: Mean travel time to work: occupied 27.0 percent African-American: 26.2 percent
how to pay for education. Public tours of the State House popular attractions. The most 21.9 minutes * AVERAGE HOME VALUE: $169,000 ** Hispanic or Latino: 2.5 percent
and grounds: The public can tour controversial is the Confederate Asian: 0.6 percent
4. Tax reform. A panel appointed the inside of the State House POPULATION: 377,295 AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD SIZE: 2.49
flag displayed beside the Soldier’s Male: 185,440
by lawmakers to review and offer during business hours and tour Monument in front of the State MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME:
suggestions on how to improve the the State House grounds anytime. House.
USEFUL GOVERNMENT WEB SITES Female: 191,855 LEXINGTON COUNTY $56,487
TOTAL HOUSING UNITS: 26,459;
state’s tax code will be issues in a Median age: 34.6 owner-occupied 71.3 percent: renter-
Inside, visitors can see how the www. scgov.com: The main page of state government; includes County seat: Lexington
November report. Based on that nearly 160-year-old building has occupied 17.4 percent
Hours for visiting inside the State links to state telephone directories, agency sites and other COMMUTING: Mean travel time to work:
report, lawmakers will offer reforms preserved much of its original House: useful sites RACE/ETHNICITY 24.3 minutes * AVERAGE HOME VALUE: $86,420 **
POPULATION: 249,272
to the state’s tax code next year. character, even after surviving a n 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday White: 49.8 percent AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD SIZE: 2.55
www.scstatehouse.net: The main page of the General Male: 120,851
Union assault during the Civil n 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday African-American: 45 percent
5. Restructuring. Efforts have Assembly; includes links to live webcasts of House and Female: 128,421 MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME:
War and undergoing a series of n 1-5 p.m. the first Sunday of each Hispanic or Latino: 3.9 percent KERSHAW COUNTY
failed to require the lieutenant renovations. Senate proceedings, as well as search engines to locate specific Median age: 38.7 $48,656
month Asian: 2.8 percent
governor to run on a ticket The last renovation was about 10 legislation or to research state codes County seat: Camden
with the governor and to let the years ago, when the building got www.state.sc.us/jobs: The main employment page of state TOTAL HOUSING UNITS: 161,985; RACE/ETHNICITY COMMUTING: Mean travel time to work:
Sitting in on legislative action:
governor — instead of voters a $50 million facelift. Visitors are government; updated daily; includes every state government owner-occupied 56.2 percent, renter- White: 80.6 percent POPULATION: 60,335 27.9 minutes*
The galleries in the House and
— pick the state education told the history behind the interior Senate are open to the public for job being advertised occupied 34.8 percent African-American: 14.7 percent Male: 28,961
superintendent, secretary of state Notes: * 2000 U.S. Census; ** Estimates from
of the dome, the marble flooring watching the Legislature in action. Hispanic or Latino: 4.2 percent Female: 31,374 county assessors
AVERAGE HOME VALUE: $153,000**

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getting settled }

KNOW BEFORE YOU PARK


The city of Columbia operates seven parking garages in the downtown area and 4,600
How to move
about the Midlands
metered parking spaces. Though there are moments — particularly at lunchtime — when
every space seems to be filled, you generally can find a spot if you know where to look.

>>> KNOW YOUR COLORS

iden ti a l and C om m er c i
s al
Red meters: 30-minute parking; found primarily at the end of a block

Re
Green meters: Two-hour parking
Midlands residents have plenty of Service stops at:
Blue meters: Five- or 10-hour parking; found primarily in the USC area n 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday
choices for getting into, out of and around
n 7:35 p.m. Sunday
>>> NO CHANGE FOR THE METER? the Columbia area.
SmartCards and tokens are available at the Parking Service Department’s Customer Buses, trains and an airport are all To get on the bus:
n For route and scheduling information:
Service Office at 820 Washington St., in the Lincoln Street Garage. (803) 545-4015 within reach.
One token is good for a full hour on any city meter. Tokens can be bought in bags of (803) 255-7100 or www.gocmrta.com
The Columbia Metropolitan Airport n Fare: $1.50 per trip, 75 cents for senior
50 for $35, a savings of $2.50.
offers daily nonstop flights to nine U.S. citizens or the disabled. Bus drivers can’t
SmartCards can be bought in increments of $20, $50, $75, $100 or $150. The
SmartCard itself costs $5. Once the original amount has been used, the card can be cities. make change.
recharged at the Customer Service Office. You get a 6 percent bonus of time when you The Central Midlands Regional Transit n Cocky’s Caravan routes to the Vista, Five
Points and USC’s campus 9 p.m.-2:30 a.m.
buy a SmartCard. Authority has struggled financially in
Thursday-Saturday except during evenings

Installati s
SmartCards can be used in all city meters except those on five blocks of Bull Street

e
the past few years but still maintains bus

ak
with USC home football games.

M
from Lady Street to Laurel Street. To pay for parking with a SmartCard, insert it into

on, Repair, Service for All


routes throughout the Columbia area, n To change buses: Ask the bus driver for a
the slot in the parking meter. The meter will read a microchip in the card and show

and Mod els Heating and Air Systems


you how much money is left on the SmartCard. By leaving the card in the meter, you though service is limited. transfer slip.
can use the card to purchase time in 20-minute increments every few seconds. Following is a list of transportation n Rack and Roll: Each bus is equipped with
racks to hold two standard bicycles.
options:
>>> PAY NOW OR PAY MORE LATER
COMMUTER BUSES
AMTRAK
75 CENTS: Hourly meter rate throughout the city Address: 850 Pulaski St.
n SMARTRIDE commuter service 6 a.m.-
6:27 p.m. weekdays from Newberry Shop-
$7: Fine for letting a parking meter expire Phone: (800) 872-7245 for reservations or
(803) 252-8246 in the morning.
ping Plaza (S.C. 19 at U.S. 76) to Columbia
with stops in Little Mountain and Chapin;
Let Our Family, Help Your Family
$10: Penalty for not paying ticket within 30 days; amount doubles with late fees Web site: www.amtrak.com $30 week; single-trip passes, $4 upon board-
ing. (803) 276-8266. 24 Hour Emergency Call
if not paid within 60 days TAXI n SMARTRIDE commuter service 6 a.m.-
FINANCING AVAILABLE Small Business Chamber of Commerce
$10: Fine for refeeding a parking meter after it expires Most local taxi companies offer 24-hour 6:30 p.m. weekdays from the United Way,
US Chamber of Commerce
dispatch service, sending out drivers shortly 116 E. Dekalb St., Camden, to Columbia
(all major credit cards accepted)
$15: Fine for double-parking, blocking a driveway or sidewalk, or parking in a after your call. Some companies will oc- with a stop in Lugoff (U.S. 601), $2 one
Lexington Chamber of Commerce
no-parking or loading zone
casionally pick up curbside hailers. way, $4 round trip. Santee Wateree Regional
LICENSED AND BONDED
Area taxi companies include:
Transportation Authority, (888) 748-4987;
FACTORY TRAINED AND AUTHORIZED West Metro Chamber of Commerce
$20: Fine for leaving your keys in an unattended vehicle n Blue Ribbon Taxi Cab Corp., (803) 754-
www.swrta.com.
8163
AIRPORT Federal Tax Credit $1500 for 2009-2010 SCANA Partner
$200: Fine for parking in a handicapped space without a permit n Capitol City Cab, (803) 233-8294
n Checker Yellow Cab Co., (803) 799-3311 Columbia Metropolitan Airport Angie’s List
n Delux Cab, (877) 803-4226
n Lexington Cab Co., (803) 356-1066
3000 Aviation Way, West Columbia; (803)
822-5000 or (888) 562-5002 or www. www.allamericanheatingandair.com
columbiaairport.com

...Understanding the
GREYHOUND Here are the carriers that serve the Free Service Call with Repairs
n 2015 Gervais St., Columbia airport:
10% Veteran’s Discount

STAJH4442-47-1
importance of finding the n 907 S. Broad St., Camden n American Eagle: Direct flights to Dallas/
perfect home for you. Tickets can be purchased at the stations,
Fort Worth; www.aa.com, (800) 433-7300
n Continental Airlines: Direct flights to Senior Citizen Discount
online at www.greyhound.com or by calling Houston; www.continental.com, (800)
(800) 231-2222. 525-0280
Columbia, Northeast: 803-788-6681
STAJF7332-06-1

n Delta: Direct flights to Atlanta, New York/


LOCAL BUSES LaGuardia; www.delta.com, (800) 221-1212
CENTRAL MIDLANDS REGIONAL
n United: Direct flights to Washington/
Dulles and Chicago/O’Hare; www.united.
Garners Ferr y, Downtown: 803-776-5838
TRANSIT AUTHORITY
In general, buses start to run at:
com, (800) 241-6522
n US Airways: Direct flights to Charlotte, Irmo, St. Andrews: 803-731-2568
Cayce, West Columbia, Lexington: 803-796-8356
n 5:30 a.m. Monday through Saturday Philadelphia, Washington/Reagan; www.
Cell: (803) 269-8363 • Office: (803) 788-1450 n 7:35 a.m. Sunday usairways.com, (800) 428-4322
lorstarr@aol.com • www.lorettastarr.com
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KNOW BEFORE YOU PARK


The city of Columbia operates seven parking garages in the downtown area and 4,600
How to move
about the Midlands
metered parking spaces. Though there are moments — particularly at lunchtime — when
every space seems to be filled, you generally can find a spot if you know where to look.

>>> KNOW YOUR COLORS

iden ti a l and C om m er c i
s al
Red meters: 30-minute parking; found primarily at the end of a block

Re
Green meters: Two-hour parking
Midlands residents have plenty of Service stops at:
Blue meters: Five- or 10-hour parking; found primarily in the USC area n 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday
choices for getting into, out of and around
n 7:35 p.m. Sunday
>>> NO CHANGE FOR THE METER? the Columbia area.
SmartCards and tokens are available at the Parking Service Department’s Customer Buses, trains and an airport are all To get on the bus:
n For route and scheduling information:
Service Office at 820 Washington St., in the Lincoln Street Garage. (803) 545-4015 within reach.
One token is good for a full hour on any city meter. Tokens can be bought in bags of (803) 255-7100 or www.gocmrta.com
The Columbia Metropolitan Airport n Fare: $1.50 per trip, 75 cents for senior
50 for $35, a savings of $2.50.
offers daily nonstop flights to nine U.S. citizens or the disabled. Bus drivers can’t
SmartCards can be bought in increments of $20, $50, $75, $100 or $150. The
SmartCard itself costs $5. Once the original amount has been used, the card can be cities. make change.
recharged at the Customer Service Office. You get a 6 percent bonus of time when you The Central Midlands Regional Transit n Cocky’s Caravan routes to the Vista, Five
Points and USC’s campus 9 p.m.-2:30 a.m.
buy a SmartCard. Authority has struggled financially in
Thursday-Saturday except during evenings

Installati s
SmartCards can be used in all city meters except those on five blocks of Bull Street

e
the past few years but still maintains bus

ak
with USC home football games.

M
from Lady Street to Laurel Street. To pay for parking with a SmartCard, insert it into

on, Repair, Service for All


routes throughout the Columbia area, n To change buses: Ask the bus driver for a
the slot in the parking meter. The meter will read a microchip in the card and show

and Mod els Heating and Air Systems


you how much money is left on the SmartCard. By leaving the card in the meter, you though service is limited. transfer slip.
can use the card to purchase time in 20-minute increments every few seconds. Following is a list of transportation n Rack and Roll: Each bus is equipped with
racks to hold two standard bicycles.
options:
>>> PAY NOW OR PAY MORE LATER
COMMUTER BUSES
AMTRAK
75 CENTS: Hourly meter rate throughout the city Address: 850 Pulaski St.
n SMARTRIDE commuter service 6 a.m.-
6:27 p.m. weekdays from Newberry Shop-
$7: Fine for letting a parking meter expire Phone: (800) 872-7245 for reservations or
(803) 252-8246 in the morning.
ping Plaza (S.C. 19 at U.S. 76) to Columbia
with stops in Little Mountain and Chapin;
Let Our Family, Help Your Family
$10: Penalty for not paying ticket within 30 days; amount doubles with late fees Web site: www.amtrak.com $30 week; single-trip passes, $4 upon board-
ing. (803) 276-8266. 24 Hour Emergency Call
if not paid within 60 days TAXI n SMARTRIDE commuter service 6 a.m.-
FINANCING AVAILABLE Small Business Chamber of Commerce
$10: Fine for refeeding a parking meter after it expires Most local taxi companies offer 24-hour 6:30 p.m. weekdays from the United Way,
US Chamber of Commerce
dispatch service, sending out drivers shortly 116 E. Dekalb St., Camden, to Columbia
(all major credit cards accepted)
$15: Fine for double-parking, blocking a driveway or sidewalk, or parking in a after your call. Some companies will oc- with a stop in Lugoff (U.S. 601), $2 one
Lexington Chamber of Commerce
no-parking or loading zone
casionally pick up curbside hailers. way, $4 round trip. Santee Wateree Regional
LICENSED AND BONDED
Area taxi companies include:
Transportation Authority, (888) 748-4987;
FACTORY TRAINED AND AUTHORIZED West Metro Chamber of Commerce
$20: Fine for leaving your keys in an unattended vehicle n Blue Ribbon Taxi Cab Corp., (803) 754-
www.swrta.com.
8163
AIRPORT Federal Tax Credit $1500 for 2009-2010 SCANA Partner
$200: Fine for parking in a handicapped space without a permit n Capitol City Cab, (803) 233-8294
n Checker Yellow Cab Co., (803) 799-3311 Columbia Metropolitan Airport Angie’s List
n Delux Cab, (877) 803-4226
n Lexington Cab Co., (803) 356-1066
3000 Aviation Way, West Columbia; (803)
822-5000 or (888) 562-5002 or www. www.allamericanheatingandair.com
columbiaairport.com

...Understanding the
GREYHOUND Here are the carriers that serve the Free Service Call with Repairs
n 2015 Gervais St., Columbia airport:
10% Veteran’s Discount

STAJH4442-47-1
importance of finding the n 907 S. Broad St., Camden n American Eagle: Direct flights to Dallas/
perfect home for you. Tickets can be purchased at the stations,
Fort Worth; www.aa.com, (800) 433-7300
n Continental Airlines: Direct flights to Senior Citizen Discount
online at www.greyhound.com or by calling Houston; www.continental.com, (800)
(800) 231-2222. 525-0280
Columbia, Northeast: 803-788-6681
STAJF7332-06-1

n Delta: Direct flights to Atlanta, New York/


LOCAL BUSES LaGuardia; www.delta.com, (800) 221-1212
CENTRAL MIDLANDS REGIONAL
n United: Direct flights to Washington/
Dulles and Chicago/O’Hare; www.united.
Garners Ferr y, Downtown: 803-776-5838
TRANSIT AUTHORITY
In general, buses start to run at:
com, (800) 241-6522
n US Airways: Direct flights to Charlotte, Irmo, St. Andrews: 803-731-2568
Cayce, West Columbia, Lexington: 803-796-8356
n 5:30 a.m. Monday through Saturday Philadelphia, Washington/Reagan; www.
Cell: (803) 269-8363 • Office: (803) 788-1450 n 7:35 a.m. Sunday usairways.com, (800) 428-4322
lorstarr@aol.com • www.lorettastarr.com
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LOCAL GOVERNMENTS (803) 737-8350
n 800 Dutch Square Blvd., Dutch
But beer and wine are available for
sale now on Sundays at grocery and
In Kershaw County, the city of Cam-
den bans smoking in most public and
in some of the two dozen surrounding
communities.
Here is a list of telephone numbers for Square Plaza Building A, Suite 100, convenience stores. private gathering places and workspaces. Residents in unincorporated
county, city and town administrative offices. Columbia, (803) 896-6238 It’s enough to make your head spin. Lexington must arrange pickup with
Richland County (ombudsman): n 2500 Decker Blvd., Decker Mall, PETS private companies. Lexington and

“I love saving money


(803) 929-6000 Columbia, (803) 865-9478 >>> Age, ID requirements Kershaw counties have drop-off sites
Residents of Columbia are limited to for recyclables.
Lexington County: (803) 359-8000 or Lexington County You must be at least 21 to purchase two dogs per household.
(800) 333-8180 Camden has recycling pickup once
n 509 Liberty St., Batesburg-Leesville, alcoholic beverages in South Carolina. Richland County doesn’t have a pet
Kershaw County: (803) 425-1500 a week of paper, aluminum cans, steel
(803) 532-5285 (You must be at least 21 to work as a limit, but does require that dogs and
Town of Arcadia Lakes: cans and plastic bottles, as well as for

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n 1016 Broad Stone Road, Irmo/Bal- bartender and at least 18 to sell alco- cats be licensed.
(803) 782-2272 brown, clear and green glass.
lentine, (803) 749-9041 holic beverages in open containers as a The city and county have a leash laws,
Town of Batesburg-Leesville: While requirements for curb-
n 122 Park Road, Lexington, waiter or waitress.) too, so don’t let your animals run loose.
(803) 532-4601 side recycling vary, some items are
(803) 356-8537 If your pet turns up missing, check uniformly accepted: newspapers and
Town of Blythewood: (803) 754-0501 both the city of Columbia’s animal shel-
>>> Blue laws inserts, magazines, aluminum and steel
City of Camden: (803) 432-2421 Kershaw County ter at (803) 776-PETS and Richland
City of Cayce: (803) 796-9020 South Carolina’s blue laws were first cans and some types of plastic bottles.
n 1056 Ehrenclou Drive, Camden, established during colonial times. And, County’s ombudsman at (803) 929- Plastics must be bottle-shaped or have
Town of Chapin: (803) 345-2444 (803) 432-4340 6000. The county maintains a Web site
City of Columbia: (803) 545-3000 while some restrictions are in place a screw-on top. Richland County does
in some of the state’s counties and with photos of animals that have been not collect glass curbside, but many
Town of Eastover: (803) 353-2281 picked up that is updated daily. (From
>>> Customer service line municipalities — primarily dealing others do. Some also take cardboard
Town of Elgin: (803) 438-2362 the home page at www.richlandonline.
For other questions, call the DMV’s with alcohol sales and store open- and used vehicle fluids, like oil and

29
City of Forest Acres: (803) 782-9475 com, click the “Departments” tab on
24-hour customer service line at ing times on Sundays — many have antifreeze. But Columbia, Richland and

95
Town of Gaston: (803) 796-7725

$
relaxed them. the left side of the page, then “Licensing Lexington do not take fluids curbside.
Town of Gilbert: (803) 892-5207 (800) 442-1368. In the Columbia area,
While Columbia and Richland and registration” and “animal care.” At Drop-off recycling of computers and
Town of Irmo: (803) 781-7050 call (803) 896-8623.
County are exempt from blue laws, for the top of the page, hit “view animals.”) office equipment: Contact Rich-
Town of Lexington: (803) 359-4164 The phone number is (803) 576-2461.
example, most mom-and-pop retailers land County at (803) 576-2390 or
Town of Pelion: (803) 894-3535 VOTER REGISTRATION choose not to open on Sundays. As Columbia at (803) 545-3800, which
Town of Pine Ridge: (803) 755-2500 Here’s more about licensing:
To find out how and where to vote, contact for large retailers, they open anywhere also offers recycling of light bulbs as each per month
Town of South Congaree: Both the city of Columbia and the low as
your county voter registration office, listed from 8 a.m. to noon to 1:30 p.m. Best containing mercury. In unincorporated for 12 months
(803) 755-2760 county require people to have their
Town of Springdale: (803) 794-0408 below. to check before heading out. Lexington County, residents may take
Sales before 1:30 p.m. on Sundays pets spayed or neutered, with limited most recyclables to any of 11 drop-off
Town of Summit: (803) 892-6161 >>> Richland County
remains banned in Lexington County, exceptions. sites around the county.
Town of Swansea: (803) 568-2835 Administration Annex, 2020 Hampton To get a county pet license, it costs $4
which in 1996 rejected a relaxation Richland County has five recycling
City of West Columbia: St., Columbia 29202; (803) 576-2240;
of restrictions on purchases of a wide for sterile pets and $20 for others. The stations where residents can drop off
Digital Cable
(803) 791-1880 www.richlandonline.com city’s license requires a $5 fee for sterile
range of items. The restrictions keep items not accepted curbside, including • Access to over 300 channels, including
>>> Lexington County most stores closed until early afternoon. pets and $25 for others. Getting a junk mail. They are: Sonoco Recycling,
DRIVING REGULATIONS 605 W. Main St., Suite 105, Lexington
license requires a copy of a current vac- 1132 Idlewilde Blvd., off Bluff Road, up to 46 Music Choice® channels
cination record and proof the animal
>>> New residents licensed in 29072; (803) 785-8361; www.lex-co.com BUSINESS LICENSES has been sterilized, if appropriate.
not far from Williams-Brice Stadium; • Unlike satellite, get the most popular cable and
Clemson’s Sandhill Research and Edu-
former state Richland County is one of just eight Applications for county pet licenses sports programming in HD at no additional charge
>>> Kershaw County cation Center, 900 Clemson Road; the
Military personnel (and their depen- counties in South Carolina that charge are available at www.richlandonline. county public works department, 400
dents) and students temporarily in South 609 Lafayette Ave., Camden 29020; businesses annual license fees. com or request an application by mail
(803) 424-4016; voterregistration@ Powell Road, off Pisgah Church Road;
Carolina are not required to get a South The licenses run by calendar year, so by calling (803) 929-6000. the Lower Richland Collection Center
Carolina driver’s license. However, you kershaw.sc.gov they expire Dec. 31. The deadline to Want to adopt? The city and county and the C&D landfill. Debbie
must have a driver’s license from your pay is March 15. For details, see www. maintain a joint adoption center at 127 • Instant online access to movies,
For a complete list of drop-off Digital Cable
home state to operate a vehicle here. ALCOHOL REGULATIONS rcgov.us/bsc or call (803) 576-2287. Humane Lane, and there are several locations for recycling in Richland music, pictures and more
If you are a new resident, you may Lexington County does not have a other animal protection groups in the and Lexington counties, visit www.
Road Runner®
use a valid driver’s license from your >>> Beer and wine business license for those in unincor- Midlands. keepthemidlandsbeautiful.org/recy-
• Safer surfing with free security:
former state for up to 90 days. However, Local laws vary on the purchase of porated parts of the county. However,
beer and wine on Sundays at conve- businesses must meet the county’s
Lexington County has no limit on the clinginfo/recyclinginfo.asp. Anti-Virus, Anti-Spam, AntiSpyware,
you must convert to a South Carolina number of pets in unincorporated parts In addition, Sonoco offers free shred-
driver’s license before the end of the 90- nience and grocery stores. zoning ordinances. of the county. ding from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mondays Firewall Protection and Pop-Up Blocker
day period. If your driver’s license from Beer and wine can be purchased Kershaw County has no business But other animal control restrictions through Fridays. Call (803) 779-0500
your home state has expired, you also any time in Columbia and Richland license fee. are listed on the county’s Web site: before dropping by. Digital Home Phone
must pass the knowledge and road tests. County — but not between midnight www.lex-co.com under Animal Ser- Yard trash: Such trash is picked
Each qualified driver can have only Saturday and 7 a.m. Monday in Lex- SMOKING • Talk all you want for one low monthly price
vices page. Inquiries also may be made up in Richland County and Colum-
one driver’s license. You may not have ington and Kershaw counties. bia, as well as in many surrounding • You can keep your current phone number
Smoking in public places is frowned by calling (803) 785-8149. Among
a valid license from South Carolina Beer and wine also can be purchased communities. Collection days vary by
upon — and in many places it’s illegal. other things, Lexington County has a
and one from another state. To qualify by the drink at locations, such as bars community.
and there’s no equipment to buy
In Richland County, it’s illegal to leash law.
for a South Carolina driver’s license, and restaurants, holding an on-prem- In Lexington and Kershaw counties,
smoke in most workplaces. The pri- The city of Cayce limits the number
you must pass the eye exam given at ises license. property owners may hire private
mary exemption is for hotel rooms that of pets per household to six, three of
any DMV office or submit a statement have been designated for smokers. which can be dogs. companies that provide curbside service
of visual acuity from an eye specialist. >>> Liquor But because the weather is pleasant in more populated areas. Residents
Your license is valid for 10 years. Don’t bother to go to the liquor store most of the year, many bars and res- RECYCLING also may choose to take their trash to CALL 1-888-231-2586 | VISIT YourTWC.com/MyBundle
on Sunday; it will be closed. taurants have patios that accommodate county-run drop-off stations — 11 in
VEHICLE REGISTRATION By state law, liquor stores can be open smokers. When it comes to trash disposal, Lexington and 10 in Kershaw.
only from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday Richland County’s ban doesn’t apply going green varies widely among com- Policymakers in both Columbia and
New residents have 45 days from the time munities.
through Saturday. inside Irmo, a town divided by the Richland County are weighing whether
of establishing residency to register their In some areas, recycling and yard
And there’s a quirk in state law that Richland-Lexington county line. to require residents to bag their leaves
vehicles and get new license plates. You can waste removal are part of tax-support-
keeps liquor stores from stocking the ol- There are no controls on smoking and grass clippings to cut down on Offer applies to new residential customers in serviceable areas only. Customer must subscribe to and maintain all three services to receive promotional rate of $29.95 each per month for 12 months. Promotional rate based on Basic Cable
get the proper forms at any Department of ed waste disposal. In others, it’s an
ives mandatory for martinis. Liquor must in unincorporated Lexington County, problems with storm-water drainage with HD digital converter and remote, Road Runner with speeds up to 1.5 Mbps and Digital Home Phone Unlimited Carolinas. Regular rates will apply after 12-month promotional period. Equipment is needed to receive digital service. An
Motor Vehicle office listed below. though County Council has been option that costs you extra. and water quality. HDTV and an HD digital converter or an HD-ready digital TV with a QAM tuner is required to receive Time Warner Cable HD programming. There are additional charges for some HD channels, ancillary services and Movies On Demand.
be sold separately from all other products. Some services are not available to CableCARD® customers. Actual speeds may vary. Security software is not available for Macintosh® computers. Digital Home Phone does not include back-up power and, as in the case with an electric
>>> DMV branch offices (That explains why there are always two struggling for a year to establish some Curbside recycling: Available for all Schedules, collection carts and other powered home cordless phone, should there be a power outage, Digital Home Phone, including the ability to access 9-1-1 services, may not be available. Additional charges apply for Directory Assistance, Operator Services, calls to
doors — one for the part of the store kind of limit. Only the town of Lexing- single-family homes in unincorpo- information: Contact the waste dis- international locations, and outside North and South Carolina. Service may not be available in all areas. Pricing does not include franchise fees or taxes. Standard installation and custom wiring charges may apply. Time Warner Cable
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n 1630 Shop Road, Columbia, the liquor store right next door.) workplaces. counties, in the city of Columbia and ity where you live. (s10)

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LOCAL GOVERNMENTS (803) 737-8350
n 800 Dutch Square Blvd., Dutch
But beer and wine are available for
sale now on Sundays at grocery and
In Kershaw County, the city of Cam-
den bans smoking in most public and
in some of the two dozen surrounding
communities.
Here is a list of telephone numbers for Square Plaza Building A, Suite 100, convenience stores. private gathering places and workspaces. Residents in unincorporated
county, city and town administrative offices. Columbia, (803) 896-6238 It’s enough to make your head spin. Lexington must arrange pickup with
Richland County (ombudsman): n 2500 Decker Blvd., Decker Mall, PETS private companies. Lexington and

“I love saving money


(803) 929-6000 Columbia, (803) 865-9478 >>> Age, ID requirements Kershaw counties have drop-off sites
Residents of Columbia are limited to for recyclables.
Lexington County: (803) 359-8000 or Lexington County You must be at least 21 to purchase two dogs per household.
(800) 333-8180 Camden has recycling pickup once
n 509 Liberty St., Batesburg-Leesville, alcoholic beverages in South Carolina. Richland County doesn’t have a pet
Kershaw County: (803) 425-1500 a week of paper, aluminum cans, steel
(803) 532-5285 (You must be at least 21 to work as a limit, but does require that dogs and
Town of Arcadia Lakes: cans and plastic bottles, as well as for

with Time Warner Cable!”


n 1016 Broad Stone Road, Irmo/Bal- bartender and at least 18 to sell alco- cats be licensed.
(803) 782-2272 brown, clear and green glass.
lentine, (803) 749-9041 holic beverages in open containers as a The city and county have a leash laws,
Town of Batesburg-Leesville: While requirements for curb-
n 122 Park Road, Lexington, waiter or waitress.) too, so don’t let your animals run loose.
(803) 532-4601 side recycling vary, some items are
(803) 356-8537 If your pet turns up missing, check uniformly accepted: newspapers and
Town of Blythewood: (803) 754-0501 both the city of Columbia’s animal shel-
>>> Blue laws inserts, magazines, aluminum and steel
City of Camden: (803) 432-2421 Kershaw County ter at (803) 776-PETS and Richland
City of Cayce: (803) 796-9020 South Carolina’s blue laws were first cans and some types of plastic bottles.
n 1056 Ehrenclou Drive, Camden, established during colonial times. And, County’s ombudsman at (803) 929- Plastics must be bottle-shaped or have
Town of Chapin: (803) 345-2444 (803) 432-4340 6000. The county maintains a Web site
City of Columbia: (803) 545-3000 while some restrictions are in place a screw-on top. Richland County does
in some of the state’s counties and with photos of animals that have been not collect glass curbside, but many
Town of Eastover: (803) 353-2281 picked up that is updated daily. (From
>>> Customer service line municipalities — primarily dealing others do. Some also take cardboard
Town of Elgin: (803) 438-2362 the home page at www.richlandonline.
For other questions, call the DMV’s with alcohol sales and store open- and used vehicle fluids, like oil and

29
City of Forest Acres: (803) 782-9475 com, click the “Departments” tab on
24-hour customer service line at ing times on Sundays — many have antifreeze. But Columbia, Richland and

95
Town of Gaston: (803) 796-7725

$
relaxed them. the left side of the page, then “Licensing Lexington do not take fluids curbside.
Town of Gilbert: (803) 892-5207 (800) 442-1368. In the Columbia area,
While Columbia and Richland and registration” and “animal care.” At Drop-off recycling of computers and
Town of Irmo: (803) 781-7050 call (803) 896-8623.
County are exempt from blue laws, for the top of the page, hit “view animals.”) office equipment: Contact Rich-
Town of Lexington: (803) 359-4164 The phone number is (803) 576-2461.
example, most mom-and-pop retailers land County at (803) 576-2390 or
Town of Pelion: (803) 894-3535 VOTER REGISTRATION choose not to open on Sundays. As Columbia at (803) 545-3800, which
Town of Pine Ridge: (803) 755-2500 Here’s more about licensing:
To find out how and where to vote, contact for large retailers, they open anywhere also offers recycling of light bulbs as each per month
Town of South Congaree: Both the city of Columbia and the low as
your county voter registration office, listed from 8 a.m. to noon to 1:30 p.m. Best containing mercury. In unincorporated for 12 months
(803) 755-2760 county require people to have their
Town of Springdale: (803) 794-0408 below. to check before heading out. Lexington County, residents may take
Sales before 1:30 p.m. on Sundays pets spayed or neutered, with limited most recyclables to any of 11 drop-off
Town of Summit: (803) 892-6161 >>> Richland County
remains banned in Lexington County, exceptions. sites around the county.
Town of Swansea: (803) 568-2835 Administration Annex, 2020 Hampton To get a county pet license, it costs $4
which in 1996 rejected a relaxation Richland County has five recycling
City of West Columbia: St., Columbia 29202; (803) 576-2240;
of restrictions on purchases of a wide for sterile pets and $20 for others. The stations where residents can drop off
Digital Cable
(803) 791-1880 www.richlandonline.com city’s license requires a $5 fee for sterile
range of items. The restrictions keep items not accepted curbside, including • Access to over 300 channels, including
>>> Lexington County most stores closed until early afternoon. pets and $25 for others. Getting a junk mail. They are: Sonoco Recycling,
DRIVING REGULATIONS 605 W. Main St., Suite 105, Lexington
license requires a copy of a current vac- 1132 Idlewilde Blvd., off Bluff Road, up to 46 Music Choice® channels
cination record and proof the animal
>>> New residents licensed in 29072; (803) 785-8361; www.lex-co.com BUSINESS LICENSES has been sterilized, if appropriate.
not far from Williams-Brice Stadium; • Unlike satellite, get the most popular cable and
Clemson’s Sandhill Research and Edu-
former state Richland County is one of just eight Applications for county pet licenses sports programming in HD at no additional charge
>>> Kershaw County cation Center, 900 Clemson Road; the
Military personnel (and their depen- counties in South Carolina that charge are available at www.richlandonline. county public works department, 400
dents) and students temporarily in South 609 Lafayette Ave., Camden 29020; businesses annual license fees. com or request an application by mail
(803) 424-4016; voterregistration@ Powell Road, off Pisgah Church Road;
Carolina are not required to get a South The licenses run by calendar year, so by calling (803) 929-6000. the Lower Richland Collection Center
Carolina driver’s license. However, you kershaw.sc.gov they expire Dec. 31. The deadline to Want to adopt? The city and county and the C&D landfill. Debbie
must have a driver’s license from your pay is March 15. For details, see www. maintain a joint adoption center at 127 • Instant online access to movies,
For a complete list of drop-off Digital Cable
home state to operate a vehicle here. ALCOHOL REGULATIONS rcgov.us/bsc or call (803) 576-2287. Humane Lane, and there are several locations for recycling in Richland music, pictures and more
If you are a new resident, you may Lexington County does not have a other animal protection groups in the and Lexington counties, visit www.
Road Runner®
use a valid driver’s license from your >>> Beer and wine business license for those in unincor- Midlands. keepthemidlandsbeautiful.org/recy-
• Safer surfing with free security:
former state for up to 90 days. However, Local laws vary on the purchase of porated parts of the county. However,
beer and wine on Sundays at conve- businesses must meet the county’s
Lexington County has no limit on the clinginfo/recyclinginfo.asp. Anti-Virus, Anti-Spam, AntiSpyware,
you must convert to a South Carolina number of pets in unincorporated parts In addition, Sonoco offers free shred-
driver’s license before the end of the 90- nience and grocery stores. zoning ordinances. of the county. ding from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mondays Firewall Protection and Pop-Up Blocker
day period. If your driver’s license from Beer and wine can be purchased Kershaw County has no business But other animal control restrictions through Fridays. Call (803) 779-0500
your home state has expired, you also any time in Columbia and Richland license fee. are listed on the county’s Web site: before dropping by. Digital Home Phone
must pass the knowledge and road tests. County — but not between midnight www.lex-co.com under Animal Ser- Yard trash: Such trash is picked
Each qualified driver can have only Saturday and 7 a.m. Monday in Lex- SMOKING • Talk all you want for one low monthly price
vices page. Inquiries also may be made up in Richland County and Colum-
one driver’s license. You may not have ington and Kershaw counties. bia, as well as in many surrounding • You can keep your current phone number
Smoking in public places is frowned by calling (803) 785-8149. Among
a valid license from South Carolina Beer and wine also can be purchased communities. Collection days vary by
upon — and in many places it’s illegal. other things, Lexington County has a
and one from another state. To qualify by the drink at locations, such as bars community.
and there’s no equipment to buy
In Richland County, it’s illegal to leash law.
for a South Carolina driver’s license, and restaurants, holding an on-prem- In Lexington and Kershaw counties,
smoke in most workplaces. The pri- The city of Cayce limits the number
you must pass the eye exam given at ises license. property owners may hire private
mary exemption is for hotel rooms that of pets per household to six, three of
any DMV office or submit a statement have been designated for smokers. which can be dogs. companies that provide curbside service
of visual acuity from an eye specialist. >>> Liquor But because the weather is pleasant in more populated areas. Residents
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on Sunday; it will be closed. taurants have patios that accommodate county-run drop-off stations — 11 in
VEHICLE REGISTRATION By state law, liquor stores can be open smokers. When it comes to trash disposal, Lexington and 10 in Kershaw.
only from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday Richland County’s ban doesn’t apply going green varies widely among com- Policymakers in both Columbia and
New residents have 45 days from the time munities.
through Saturday. inside Irmo, a town divided by the Richland County are weighing whether
of establishing residency to register their In some areas, recycling and yard
And there’s a quirk in state law that Richland-Lexington county line. to require residents to bag their leaves
vehicles and get new license plates. You can waste removal are part of tax-support-
keeps liquor stores from stocking the ol- There are no controls on smoking and grass clippings to cut down on Offer applies to new residential customers in serviceable areas only. Customer must subscribe to and maintain all three services to receive promotional rate of $29.95 each per month for 12 months. Promotional rate based on Basic Cable
get the proper forms at any Department of ed waste disposal. In others, it’s an
ives mandatory for martinis. Liquor must in unincorporated Lexington County, problems with storm-water drainage with HD digital converter and remote, Road Runner with speeds up to 1.5 Mbps and Digital Home Phone Unlimited Carolinas. Regular rates will apply after 12-month promotional period. Equipment is needed to receive digital service. An
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doors — one for the part of the store kind of limit. Only the town of Lexing- single-family homes in unincorpo- information: Contact the waste dis- international locations, and outside North and South Carolina. Service may not be available in all areas. Pricing does not include franchise fees or taxes. Standard installation and custom wiring charges may apply. Time Warner Cable
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DOWNTOWN COLUMBIA Sewer rate: $24.03 monthly
average for 2009-10 with an
Living in town is in vogue again. increase planned for 2010-11
With close proximity to USC Water rate: $13.34 monthly
and other schools, cultural average for 2009-10 with an
offerings, a range of restaurants increase planned for 2010-11
and the thriving entertainment
districts of the Vista and Five Drive times
Points, Columbia is an increasingly
From the Richland County
attractive place to call home.
Administration Building, 2020
A new convention center and
Hampton St.
hotel, as well as the University
State House: 1.4 miles
of South Carolina’s Innovista
Midtown at Forest Acres mall:
research campus, should ensure a
2 miles
steady stream of new residents for
Palmetto Health Baptist
years to come.
hospital: .78 mile
In addition to historic
Williams-Brice Stadium: 3 miles
neighborhoods in and around
Columbia Metropolitan Airport:
the downtown core, a range of
9 miles
new condo options - popular
City Hall: 1 mile
with singles and empty nesters,
in particular - have cropped up
School district
recently.
Slice of history: Downtown Richland 1: 1616 Richland St.,
Columbia consists of the Vista Columbia; (803) 231-7000 or
to the west, Main Street in the www.richlandone.org/
TIM DOMINICK/TDOMINICK@THESTATE.COM A detailed look at schools begins on
middle and Five Points to the
east. The Vista, once filled with Susan Cotter lives in the Wheeler Hill neighborhood, which is next to the USC campus. Page 32
warehouses overlooking train
tracks, has transformed into an arts
Susan Cotter 5 things to know
and entertainment district.
Main Street, once the center of
the city’s commercial district, has Which neighborhood do you live in?
1 Learn your side streets.
Assembly Street is nice and
wide, but you have to make it
lost some of its shopping luster “My husband, John, and I live downtown in Wheeler Hill, where we’ve lived for about two and through at least three railroad
but is making a comeback in part a half years after moving to Columbia from the Washington, D.C. area.” crossings to get anywhere. Trains
because of the success of the Vista. can sometimes stop and cause
Five Points, the city’s first suburb, delays of up to 45 minutes. If you
What’s the best part of living on your side of town?
has always been an urban village of get stopped at Catawba Street, a
quaint shops, bars and restaurants. “The best part of living where we do is having easy access to everything the city has to offer, good tip to remember is to take
Much of its future depends on a from restaurants and boutique shopping to community events and a rich arts scene. And seeing Main Street to Whaley Street,
master plan that calls for more people we know everywhere we go. The city comes alive during special events like festivals, where the train is on an overpass.
shopping and living space and less Carolina football games and recent college graduations, and it’s fun to be part of that energy.”
bars and restaurants. The master
plan has not been approved. What’s not so great about living on your side of town?
2 You don’t have to leave town
to work up a good sweat.
Harbison State Forest is just off
What to watch for in the future:
As gas prices continue to rise, “The roads in our neighborhood are in disrepair.” Harbison Boulevard and offers
16 miles of trails by the river for
more people are discovering the
Where is your favorite place to eat in your area? hiking and mountain biking. A
value of living downtown. While
daily parking pass is $5; annual
the housing market has slowed, “Our favorite places to eat are the independent, locally-owned restaurants that offer a variety of parking pass $25.
upscale apartments have popped dining options and cuisine.”
up all over the city, with an eye
toward an eventual renovations
into condos.
What is something you like to do in your area that doesn’t cost anything? 3 On Saturdays, watch for
runners. A 5K race is
scheduled most weekends in
“You will find us running a five-mile loop through Shandon every Saturday and Sunday. The Columbia. Most of them are
Homes and neighborhoods homes and gardens on our route are beautiful as we watch them change through the seasons.” in downtown neighborhoods
Hot ZIP codes: 29201, 29204, and most start around 8 a.m.
29205, 29206 or so. A list is available at www.
Who’s moving here: Young strictlyrunning.com, the home
professionals and empty-nesters page for a running shop in Five
alike are drawn by the condos and Median sale price for homes in $138,000 Dollars and sense Points.

4
infill housing that has popped up downtown Columbia area: Among hot neighborhoods: Tax rate: $410 in city taxes for Bored on a Saturday? Chances
in recent years. Families still prefer First four months 2009: Arsenal Hill, Earlewood, Melrose the owner of a $100,000 home are there’s a festival somewhere.
the larger houses in downtown $135,000 Heights, Shandon, Rosewood, (not including property tax relief Five Points has the St. Patrick’s
neighborhoods, such as Shandon. First four months 2010: Heathwood, Rosewood Hills credits) for 2009-10 Day festival in March, Rosewood

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communities }
DOWNTOWN COLUMBIA Sewer rate: $24.03 monthly
average for 2009-10 with an
Living in town is in vogue again. increase planned for 2010-11
With close proximity to USC Water rate: $13.34 monthly
and other schools, cultural average for 2009-10 with an
offerings, a range of restaurants increase planned for 2010-11
and the thriving entertainment
districts of the Vista and Five Drive times
Points, Columbia is an increasingly
From the Richland County
attractive place to call home.
Administration Building, 2020
A new convention center and
Hampton St.
hotel, as well as the University
State House: 1.4 miles
of South Carolina’s Innovista
Midtown at Forest Acres mall:
research campus, should ensure a
2 miles
steady stream of new residents for
Palmetto Health Baptist
years to come.
hospital: .78 mile
In addition to historic
Williams-Brice Stadium: 3 miles
neighborhoods in and around
Columbia Metropolitan Airport:
the downtown core, a range of
9 miles
new condo options - popular
City Hall: 1 mile
with singles and empty nesters,
in particular - have cropped up
School district
recently.
Slice of history: Downtown Richland 1: 1616 Richland St.,
Columbia consists of the Vista Columbia; (803) 231-7000 or
to the west, Main Street in the www.richlandone.org/
TIM DOMINICK/TDOMINICK@THESTATE.COM A detailed look at schools begins on
middle and Five Points to the
east. The Vista, once filled with Susan Cotter lives in the Wheeler Hill neighborhood, which is next to the USC campus. Page 32
warehouses overlooking train
tracks, has transformed into an arts
Susan Cotter 5 things to know
and entertainment district.
Main Street, once the center of
the city’s commercial district, has Which neighborhood do you live in?
1 Learn your side streets.
Assembly Street is nice and
wide, but you have to make it
lost some of its shopping luster “My husband, John, and I live downtown in Wheeler Hill, where we’ve lived for about two and through at least three railroad
but is making a comeback in part a half years after moving to Columbia from the Washington, D.C. area.” crossings to get anywhere. Trains
because of the success of the Vista. can sometimes stop and cause
Five Points, the city’s first suburb, delays of up to 45 minutes. If you
What’s the best part of living on your side of town?
has always been an urban village of get stopped at Catawba Street, a
quaint shops, bars and restaurants. “The best part of living where we do is having easy access to everything the city has to offer, good tip to remember is to take
Much of its future depends on a from restaurants and boutique shopping to community events and a rich arts scene. And seeing Main Street to Whaley Street,
master plan that calls for more people we know everywhere we go. The city comes alive during special events like festivals, where the train is on an overpass.
shopping and living space and less Carolina football games and recent college graduations, and it’s fun to be part of that energy.”
bars and restaurants. The master
plan has not been approved. What’s not so great about living on your side of town?
2 You don’t have to leave town
to work up a good sweat.
Harbison State Forest is just off
What to watch for in the future:
As gas prices continue to rise, “The roads in our neighborhood are in disrepair.” Harbison Boulevard and offers
16 miles of trails by the river for
more people are discovering the
Where is your favorite place to eat in your area? hiking and mountain biking. A
value of living downtown. While
daily parking pass is $5; annual
the housing market has slowed, “Our favorite places to eat are the independent, locally-owned restaurants that offer a variety of parking pass $25.
upscale apartments have popped dining options and cuisine.”
up all over the city, with an eye
toward an eventual renovations
into condos.
What is something you like to do in your area that doesn’t cost anything? 3 On Saturdays, watch for
runners. A 5K race is
scheduled most weekends in
“You will find us running a five-mile loop through Shandon every Saturday and Sunday. The Columbia. Most of them are
Homes and neighborhoods homes and gardens on our route are beautiful as we watch them change through the seasons.” in downtown neighborhoods
Hot ZIP codes: 29201, 29204, and most start around 8 a.m.
29205, 29206 or so. A list is available at www.
Who’s moving here: Young strictlyrunning.com, the home
professionals and empty-nesters page for a running shop in Five
alike are drawn by the condos and Median sale price for homes in $138,000 Dollars and sense Points.

4
infill housing that has popped up downtown Columbia area: Among hot neighborhoods: Tax rate: $410 in city taxes for Bored on a Saturday? Chances
in recent years. Families still prefer First four months 2009: Arsenal Hill, Earlewood, Melrose the owner of a $100,000 home are there’s a festival somewhere.
the larger houses in downtown $135,000 Heights, Shandon, Rosewood, (not including property tax relief Five Points has the St. Patrick’s
neighborhoods, such as Shandon. First four months 2010: Heathwood, Rosewood Hills credits) for 2009-10 Day festival in March, Rosewood

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has the Crawfish Festival in May, $135,000
downtown Columbia has the First four months 2010:
Greek Festival in September and $138,000
nearby Irmo has the Okra Strut in Among hot neighborhoods:
September. Woodcreek Farms, Woodlake,
Wildewood, Spring Valley, The
5 There are lots of free things
Summit, Lake Carolina, Longcreek

30 60 90
to do if you’re on a budget.
The concert series at Ebenezer
Lutheran Church on Richland Dollars and sense
Street is one example. It begins in Tax rate: $727.90 for the owner of
the fall and run through the spring. a $100,000 home, plus an annual
garbage fee of $249
This year’s run features The Polish
Sewer rate: $45.39 a month for
• The North Face
Chamber Singers, The Manhattan
the average family of four • Patagonia Financing Available
Piano Trio and pianists Marina Open an account today!
Lomazov and Joseph Rackers. Water rate: $22.67 a month for • Mountain
We handle the paperwork.
the average family of four Hardwear
• Tilley
NORTHEAST RICHLAND Drive times
• Vasque
Distances from Blythewood Town COLUMBIA’S
Award-winning schools, a range • Merrell
of housing options and bustling
Hall:
State House: 18 miles • Chaco HEADQUARTERS FURNITURE
retail make Northeast Richland Professional Onsite Monogramming
Columbia Place mall: 10 miles • Keen Serving The Carolinas With Quality Furniture For 92 Years
among the fastest-growing Luggage & Leather Goods • Reisenthel Baskets • Unique Gifts
Providence Hospital Northeast: 2300 Marshall St. 1626 Main St. 2322 Augusta Rd. 7545 Garners
suburban areas in the Midlands. SHOP LOCAL- IN THE VISTA
8 miles 1111 Lady St. Columbia, SC (Beltline @ Farrow) (Downtown Columbia) (West Columbia) Ferry Rd.
GERRY MELENDEZ/GMELENDEZ@THESTATE.COM
Major retailers are coming
Williams-Brice Stadium: 17 miles 799-7571 Initially Yours
765-9010 252-4898 252-4536 796-9267 776-8838
here in droves. Restaurants are
Columbia Metropolitan Airport:
Swati Patel holds her four-month-old daughter Ariya as she chats with her husband, plentiful. The Village at Sandhill,
21 miles

DISCOVER
Nick Patel, and his colleague Bobby Kneece while dining at Solstice restaurant. a commercial and residential

The New
Richland County Administration
development, has become the heart
Building: 17 miles
Dr. Nick Patel of the Northeast community.

Which neighborhood do you live in?


Of course, if you live here, you
will have to deal with traffic. But
that’s something residents are
School district
Richland 2: 6831 Brookfield
Sales • Appraisals
THE ARMY
willing to do, given other draws. Road, Columbia; (803) 738-3236
“I live in Wildewood. In December of 2005, we built our house there because it was a quiet
neighborhood and a close-knit community. It’s a great neighborhood, where people look out for Slice of history: Northeast or www.richland2.org/
Repairs • Fur Cleaning Patio Dining Indoors
Richland development began in For a more detailed look at schools,
each other. Since I previously worked a lot of nights in the emergency department, my wife felt Open for Lunch
safe there, and our neighbors are extremely helpful.”
the 1960s when developer Edwin see Page 32 Columbia’s Only Onsite Monday - Friday

NAVY STORE
Cooper paid the U.S. government

What’s the best part of living on your side of town?


$100 an acre for the land known 5 things to know Cold Storage 11-2 pm

1 Unique sandwiches, salads, soups, wraps & more


today as Spring Valley. Avoid Clemson, Hard Scrabble
“You don’t feel like you’re living in a large city. You run into friends and neighbors at local stores What to watch for in the future: and Sparkleberry roads
and restaurants. It’s also has a very good school district. As a very big believer in public educa- The county is moving along on between 7:30 and 9 a.m. and 5 and 1219 Bull St., Columbia Tues.-Sat. 9-6
www.gardenbistrosc.com
Behind Art Bar on Park Street
tion and a product of public education, I wanted to be in a strong school district. My son is development of a new park at
Farrow and Hard Scrabble roads.
6:30 p.m. weekdays. 799-1219 1621 MAIN STREET
COLUMBIA, SC 29201
Mon-Fri 11am-3pm *free parking

2 803.933.9085
student in the Spears Creek Montessori program.” Sesquicentennial Park, located Come visit our newly refurbished showroom
Rising costs and higher fuel prices
off U.S. 1, offers Northeast and www.ritterfurs.com (803) 252-1350 Call Ahead For Your Next Office Luncheon
could force home builders to
What’s not so great about living on your side of town? offer smaller lots in single-family downtown residents 1,419 acres
“Traffic is a issue at times but most times is manageable. Some of the smaller roads need to roam around and includes a dog
communities, and more attention
park and a 30-acre lake.
improvement. could be directed to infill projects.
“We sometimes wish there were better shopping. Although Sandhills is great, there are some
stores that we like that can only be found at Columbiana Mall. I’d also really like to see a public
The Northeast also will see more
retailers and service businesses
as well as a fifth high school in
3 The Village at Sandhill is
the new shopping oasis for
the Midlands. Located on U.S. 1
children’s park. We really don’t have one in our area.”
Richland 2. and Clemson Road, the mixed-
use village has a movie theater,
Where is your favorite place to eat in your area? Homes and neighborhoods numerous shops and restaurants • Do You Like Peach Cobbler?
“Solstice is my favorite place. They have baby-sitter nights a couple of times a month where Hot ZIP codes: 29223, 29229, and a large recreation facility with • Do You Like Southern Food?
they will watch kids while you have dinner. It’s very reasonable priced with three- or four- 29016 Plex Indoor Sports. • Do You Like Jazz ‘N Blues Music?

4
course meals for $20 to $25. It’s really good food. Who’s moving here: Northeast The annual Sparkleberry • Do You Like a Casual Atmosphere?
“My sons really like eating at Moe’s.” Richland is attractive to families Country Fair, held in April at
looking for a good school district the Clemson University Sandhill

STAJI7605-99-3
What is something you like to do in your area that doesn’t cost anything? and plenty of parks. Research and Education Center,
“Riding bikes in our neighborhood and family walks at Sandhills mall. We also enjoy the free Median sale price for homes in offers a small-town feel with
Northeast area: activities including craft booths, Jazz , Blues and BBQ
music nights at Sandhills since it’s something for the entire family.” 1710 Main Street, Columbia SC 29201
First four months 2009: local food vendors, children’s rides
803.929.0037
www.macsoffmain.com
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communities }
has the Crawfish Festival in May, $135,000
downtown Columbia has the First four months 2010:
Greek Festival in September and $138,000
nearby Irmo has the Okra Strut in Among hot neighborhoods:
September. Woodcreek Farms, Woodlake,
Wildewood, Spring Valley, The
5 There are lots of free things
Summit, Lake Carolina, Longcreek

30 60 90
to do if you’re on a budget.
The concert series at Ebenezer
Lutheran Church on Richland Dollars and sense
Street is one example. It begins in Tax rate: $727.90 for the owner of
the fall and run through the spring. a $100,000 home, plus an annual
garbage fee of $249
This year’s run features The Polish
Sewer rate: $45.39 a month for
• The North Face
Chamber Singers, The Manhattan
the average family of four • Patagonia Financing Available
Piano Trio and pianists Marina Open an account today!
Lomazov and Joseph Rackers. Water rate: $22.67 a month for • Mountain
We handle the paperwork.
the average family of four Hardwear
• Tilley
NORTHEAST RICHLAND Drive times
• Vasque
Distances from Blythewood Town COLUMBIA’S
Award-winning schools, a range • Merrell
of housing options and bustling
Hall:
State House: 18 miles • Chaco HEADQUARTERS FURNITURE
retail make Northeast Richland Professional Onsite Monogramming
Columbia Place mall: 10 miles • Keen Serving The Carolinas With Quality Furniture For 92 Years
among the fastest-growing Luggage & Leather Goods • Reisenthel Baskets • Unique Gifts
Providence Hospital Northeast: 2300 Marshall St. 1626 Main St. 2322 Augusta Rd. 7545 Garners
suburban areas in the Midlands. SHOP LOCAL- IN THE VISTA
8 miles 1111 Lady St. Columbia, SC (Beltline @ Farrow) (Downtown Columbia) (West Columbia) Ferry Rd.
GERRY MELENDEZ/GMELENDEZ@THESTATE.COM
Major retailers are coming
Williams-Brice Stadium: 17 miles 799-7571 Initially Yours
765-9010 252-4898 252-4536 796-9267 776-8838
here in droves. Restaurants are
Columbia Metropolitan Airport:
Swati Patel holds her four-month-old daughter Ariya as she chats with her husband, plentiful. The Village at Sandhill,
21 miles

DISCOVER
Nick Patel, and his colleague Bobby Kneece while dining at Solstice restaurant. a commercial and residential

The New
Richland County Administration
development, has become the heart
Building: 17 miles
Dr. Nick Patel of the Northeast community.

Which neighborhood do you live in?


Of course, if you live here, you
will have to deal with traffic. But
that’s something residents are
School district
Richland 2: 6831 Brookfield
Sales • Appraisals
THE ARMY
willing to do, given other draws. Road, Columbia; (803) 738-3236
“I live in Wildewood. In December of 2005, we built our house there because it was a quiet
neighborhood and a close-knit community. It’s a great neighborhood, where people look out for Slice of history: Northeast or www.richland2.org/
Repairs • Fur Cleaning Patio Dining Indoors
Richland development began in For a more detailed look at schools,
each other. Since I previously worked a lot of nights in the emergency department, my wife felt Open for Lunch
safe there, and our neighbors are extremely helpful.”
the 1960s when developer Edwin see Page 32 Columbia’s Only Onsite Monday - Friday

NAVY STORE
Cooper paid the U.S. government

What’s the best part of living on your side of town?


$100 an acre for the land known 5 things to know Cold Storage 11-2 pm

1 Unique sandwiches, salads, soups, wraps & more


today as Spring Valley. Avoid Clemson, Hard Scrabble
“You don’t feel like you’re living in a large city. You run into friends and neighbors at local stores What to watch for in the future: and Sparkleberry roads
and restaurants. It’s also has a very good school district. As a very big believer in public educa- The county is moving along on between 7:30 and 9 a.m. and 5 and 1219 Bull St., Columbia Tues.-Sat. 9-6
www.gardenbistrosc.com
Behind Art Bar on Park Street
tion and a product of public education, I wanted to be in a strong school district. My son is development of a new park at
Farrow and Hard Scrabble roads.
6:30 p.m. weekdays. 799-1219 1621 MAIN STREET
COLUMBIA, SC 29201
Mon-Fri 11am-3pm *free parking

2 803.933.9085
student in the Spears Creek Montessori program.” Sesquicentennial Park, located Come visit our newly refurbished showroom
Rising costs and higher fuel prices
off U.S. 1, offers Northeast and www.ritterfurs.com (803) 252-1350 Call Ahead For Your Next Office Luncheon
could force home builders to
What’s not so great about living on your side of town? offer smaller lots in single-family downtown residents 1,419 acres
“Traffic is a issue at times but most times is manageable. Some of the smaller roads need to roam around and includes a dog
communities, and more attention
park and a 30-acre lake.
improvement. could be directed to infill projects.
“We sometimes wish there were better shopping. Although Sandhills is great, there are some
stores that we like that can only be found at Columbiana Mall. I’d also really like to see a public
The Northeast also will see more
retailers and service businesses
as well as a fifth high school in
3 The Village at Sandhill is
the new shopping oasis for
the Midlands. Located on U.S. 1
children’s park. We really don’t have one in our area.”
Richland 2. and Clemson Road, the mixed-
use village has a movie theater,
Where is your favorite place to eat in your area? Homes and neighborhoods numerous shops and restaurants • Do You Like Peach Cobbler?
“Solstice is my favorite place. They have baby-sitter nights a couple of times a month where Hot ZIP codes: 29223, 29229, and a large recreation facility with • Do You Like Southern Food?
they will watch kids while you have dinner. It’s very reasonable priced with three- or four- 29016 Plex Indoor Sports. • Do You Like Jazz ‘N Blues Music?

4
course meals for $20 to $25. It’s really good food. Who’s moving here: Northeast The annual Sparkleberry • Do You Like a Casual Atmosphere?
“My sons really like eating at Moe’s.” Richland is attractive to families Country Fair, held in April at
looking for a good school district the Clemson University Sandhill

STAJI7605-99-3
What is something you like to do in your area that doesn’t cost anything? and plenty of parks. Research and Education Center,
“Riding bikes in our neighborhood and family walks at Sandhills mall. We also enjoy the free Median sale price for homes in offers a small-town feel with
Northeast area: activities including craft booths, Jazz , Blues and BBQ
music nights at Sandhills since it’s something for the entire family.” 1710 Main Street, Columbia SC 29201
First four months 2009: local food vendors, children’s rides
803.929.0037
www.macsoffmain.com
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communities } { communities
and school exhibits. pastoral setting amid the influx of Who’s moving here: Retirees in the area. Other sources Williams-Brice Stadium: 25 miles
development. drawn by the lake’s resort lifestyle Dollars and sense provide that service in some Columbia Metropolitan Airport:
5 On Percival Road, the
National Bicycle League-
sanctioned track is 940 feet long
Slice of history: Chapin,
incorporated in 1889, is named
and families attracted by good
schools, a semi-rural setting and an
Tax rate: $48 per year for
$100,000 house in Chapin
neighborhoods at different costs.
Some homes, particularly those
25 miles
Lexington County
after a prominent 19th-century easy drive to downtown Sewer rate: $30 a month outside near the lake and Dutch Fork, rely Administration Building: 28
with a starting hill, three turns and
businessman and civic leader. Dutch Median sale price for homes in Chapin; $17 a month inside on wells and septic tanks. miles
dirt obstacles in between.
Fork gets its name from early settlers Chapin/Dutch Fork area: Chapin
primarily of German descent. First four months 2009: Water rate: For those supplied by Drive times School district
What to watch for in the future: $135,000
SOUTHEAST RICHLAND Steady residential growth, with a
Chapin, $21.69 a month for the From Chapin Town Hall: Lexington-Richland 5: 1020
First four months 2010: first 2,000 gallons, with anything State House: 23 miles Dutch Fork Road, Irmo; (803)
Developers and new residents bit of retail mixed in. $138,000 more based on consumption Columbiana Centre mall: 14 732-8000 or www.lex5.k12.sc.us
alike are eyeing Lower Richland, Among hot neighborhoods: Note: Sewer and water amounts miles A detailed look at schools begins on
which is close to downtown and Homes and neighborhoods Timberlake, Night Harbor, are based on charges by Chapin Lexington Medical Center: 20 Page 33
Fort Jackson. More than 2,000 Hot ZIP code: 29036 Firebridge Town Hall, the main supplier miles
new homes already are on the
planning maps.
Still, part of the area’s charm is
thousands of acres of open space
and farmland.
Then there’s the unique Congaree
National Park, the state’s only
national park, with easy-to-
navigate boardwalks, an insightful
visitors center and the popular
Owl Prowl.
Slice of history: Efforts to
nurture small farms and save Furniture • Accessories • Gift Forest Lake
local history, from a simple
Interior Design for the Presbyterian Church
freed-slave cabin to a plantation 6500 North Trenholm Road,
home with plaster molding as leisure areas of your home Columbia, SC
ornate as icing on a wedding 803.787.5672 www.flpc.org
cake, are gaining momentum.
Look for announcements of self- Rev. Dr. Ellen Fowler Skidmore
guided history tours through the Senior Pastor
countryside, where two-lane roads Rev. Travis A. Webster
and picturesque country churches Associate Pastor
prevail. Dia's Merle Norman & Boutique
What to watch for in the future: C. ALUKA BERRY/CABERRY@THESTATE.COM SUMMER WORSHIP SERVICE
4711-13 Forest Drive Columbia, SC 29206 9:00AM AND 11:15AM
Richland County government Skateboarders try out the new skate park at Owens Field.
is preparing a plan for sewerage 803-743-9010 SUNDAY SCHOOL – 10:15am
4708 Forest Drive 6006 Two Notch Road
service into Lower Richland, www.diasboutique.com Columbia Columbia
which would protect the area’s Dollars and sense Drive times 5 things to know grocery, meat market, restaurant "The Church on the Hill"
water and open the area to new 803-790-5066 803-754-5022
1
Tax rate: $571.90 a year for the Distances from Lower Richland Want to learn more about and gathering place along Garners
development. Officials expect to
owner of a $100,000 home, plus High School, 2615 Lower Richland Lower Richland? Look out for Ferry Road, near McEntire Joint www.casuallivingsc.com
find out about potential funding National Guard Base.
an annual garbage fee of $249 Blvd.: Swampfest, scheduled for Oct. 1
this summer.

5
Sewer rate: Many homes use State House: 11 miles and 2 this year. It’s a festival that Roughly 22,000 acres of forests
septic tanks, but $45.39 is the Midtown at Forest Acres mall: celebrates the area’s history and across wetlands with abundant
Homes and neighborhoods
monthly average for a family of 10 miles beauty. wildlife make up Congaree
ZIP codes: 29209, 29061 four living in the city of Columbia’s Providence Hospital (Forest
2 The mega-church Bible National Park near Hopkins. It
Who’s moving here: First-time service area. Richland County Drive): 11 miles offers 20 miles of trails, along with
Way Church of Atlas Road,
home buyers and empty nesters are provides a public system in limited Williams-Brice Stadium: 11 miles
To Advertise,
led by preacher and longtime fishing, canoeing and camping.
drawn by the influx of town homes areas. Columbia Metropolitan Airport:
state senator the Rev. Darrell
near the city. Military families also Water rate: Many homes have 18 miles CHAPIN/DUTCH FORK
like the proximity to Fort Jackson.
Median sale price for homes in
private wells, but $22.67 is the
monthly average for a family of
Richland County Administration
Building: 11 miles
Jackson, has taken on community
development as a mission. This area — known for its
Forest Acres, Call Elise Phillips
Professional
Professional Landscaping
Landscaping
Southeast Columbia: four living in the city of Columbia’s
3 Garners Ferry Road, also proximity to Lake Murray, good
schools and semi-rural lifestyle South Carolina Services
Services
803-771-3171
First four months 2009: service area. A variety of other School district known as the Sumter
$135,000 Highway, is the main route in — is a half-hour drive from Specializing in:
public and private water providers Richland 1: 1616 Richland St.,
First four months 2010: and out of Lower Richland, so downtown’s amenities. Design, Installation, and Complete
do business in the area, but Columbia; (803) 231-7000 or
it tends to get congested during Steady growth means more of Maintenance
$138,000 the majority of the people on a www.richlandone.org/
rush hour. it woods being transformed into
Among hot neighborhoods: public water system are served by A detailed look at schools begins on neighborhoods.
Free Estimates
4
Hampton Forest, Pennington Columbia. Page 32 Mr. Bunky’s Store is an Both newcomers and long-
Square old-fashioned general store, time residents want to retain a (803) 261-4454
www.superiorsouthernlandscape.com

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communities } { communities
and school exhibits. pastoral setting amid the influx of Who’s moving here: Retirees in the area. Other sources Williams-Brice Stadium: 25 miles
development. drawn by the lake’s resort lifestyle Dollars and sense provide that service in some Columbia Metropolitan Airport:
5 On Percival Road, the
National Bicycle League-
sanctioned track is 940 feet long
Slice of history: Chapin,
incorporated in 1889, is named
and families attracted by good
schools, a semi-rural setting and an
Tax rate: $48 per year for
$100,000 house in Chapin
neighborhoods at different costs.
Some homes, particularly those
25 miles
Lexington County
after a prominent 19th-century easy drive to downtown Sewer rate: $30 a month outside near the lake and Dutch Fork, rely Administration Building: 28
with a starting hill, three turns and
businessman and civic leader. Dutch Median sale price for homes in Chapin; $17 a month inside on wells and septic tanks. miles
dirt obstacles in between.
Fork gets its name from early settlers Chapin/Dutch Fork area: Chapin
primarily of German descent. First four months 2009: Water rate: For those supplied by Drive times School district
What to watch for in the future: $135,000
SOUTHEAST RICHLAND Steady residential growth, with a
Chapin, $21.69 a month for the From Chapin Town Hall: Lexington-Richland 5: 1020
First four months 2010: first 2,000 gallons, with anything State House: 23 miles Dutch Fork Road, Irmo; (803)
Developers and new residents bit of retail mixed in. $138,000 more based on consumption Columbiana Centre mall: 14 732-8000 or www.lex5.k12.sc.us
alike are eyeing Lower Richland, Among hot neighborhoods: Note: Sewer and water amounts miles A detailed look at schools begins on
which is close to downtown and Homes and neighborhoods Timberlake, Night Harbor, are based on charges by Chapin Lexington Medical Center: 20 Page 33
Fort Jackson. More than 2,000 Hot ZIP code: 29036 Firebridge Town Hall, the main supplier miles
new homes already are on the
planning maps.
Still, part of the area’s charm is
thousands of acres of open space
and farmland.
Then there’s the unique Congaree
National Park, the state’s only
national park, with easy-to-
navigate boardwalks, an insightful
visitors center and the popular
Owl Prowl.
Slice of history: Efforts to
nurture small farms and save Furniture • Accessories • Gift Forest Lake
local history, from a simple
Interior Design for the Presbyterian Church
freed-slave cabin to a plantation 6500 North Trenholm Road,
home with plaster molding as leisure areas of your home Columbia, SC
ornate as icing on a wedding 803.787.5672 www.flpc.org
cake, are gaining momentum.
Look for announcements of self- Rev. Dr. Ellen Fowler Skidmore
guided history tours through the Senior Pastor
countryside, where two-lane roads Rev. Travis A. Webster
and picturesque country churches Associate Pastor
prevail. Dia's Merle Norman & Boutique
What to watch for in the future: C. ALUKA BERRY/CABERRY@THESTATE.COM SUMMER WORSHIP SERVICE
4711-13 Forest Drive Columbia, SC 29206 9:00AM AND 11:15AM
Richland County government Skateboarders try out the new skate park at Owens Field.
is preparing a plan for sewerage 803-743-9010 SUNDAY SCHOOL – 10:15am
4708 Forest Drive 6006 Two Notch Road
service into Lower Richland, www.diasboutique.com Columbia Columbia
which would protect the area’s Dollars and sense Drive times 5 things to know grocery, meat market, restaurant "The Church on the Hill"
water and open the area to new 803-790-5066 803-754-5022
1
Tax rate: $571.90 a year for the Distances from Lower Richland Want to learn more about and gathering place along Garners
development. Officials expect to
owner of a $100,000 home, plus High School, 2615 Lower Richland Lower Richland? Look out for Ferry Road, near McEntire Joint www.casuallivingsc.com
find out about potential funding National Guard Base.
an annual garbage fee of $249 Blvd.: Swampfest, scheduled for Oct. 1
this summer.

5
Sewer rate: Many homes use State House: 11 miles and 2 this year. It’s a festival that Roughly 22,000 acres of forests
septic tanks, but $45.39 is the Midtown at Forest Acres mall: celebrates the area’s history and across wetlands with abundant
Homes and neighborhoods
monthly average for a family of 10 miles beauty. wildlife make up Congaree
ZIP codes: 29209, 29061 four living in the city of Columbia’s Providence Hospital (Forest
2 The mega-church Bible National Park near Hopkins. It
Who’s moving here: First-time service area. Richland County Drive): 11 miles offers 20 miles of trails, along with
Way Church of Atlas Road,
home buyers and empty nesters are provides a public system in limited Williams-Brice Stadium: 11 miles
To Advertise,
led by preacher and longtime fishing, canoeing and camping.
drawn by the influx of town homes areas. Columbia Metropolitan Airport:
state senator the Rev. Darrell
near the city. Military families also Water rate: Many homes have 18 miles CHAPIN/DUTCH FORK
like the proximity to Fort Jackson.
Median sale price for homes in
private wells, but $22.67 is the
monthly average for a family of
Richland County Administration
Building: 11 miles
Jackson, has taken on community
development as a mission. This area — known for its
Forest Acres, Call Elise Phillips
Professional
Professional Landscaping
Landscaping
Southeast Columbia: four living in the city of Columbia’s
3 Garners Ferry Road, also proximity to Lake Murray, good
schools and semi-rural lifestyle South Carolina Services
Services
803-771-3171
First four months 2009: service area. A variety of other School district known as the Sumter
$135,000 Highway, is the main route in — is a half-hour drive from Specializing in:
public and private water providers Richland 1: 1616 Richland St.,
First four months 2010: and out of Lower Richland, so downtown’s amenities. Design, Installation, and Complete
do business in the area, but Columbia; (803) 231-7000 or
it tends to get congested during Steady growth means more of Maintenance
$138,000 the majority of the people on a www.richlandone.org/
rush hour. it woods being transformed into
Among hot neighborhoods: public water system are served by A detailed look at schools begins on neighborhoods.
Free Estimates
4
Hampton Forest, Pennington Columbia. Page 32 Mr. Bunky’s Store is an Both newcomers and long-
Square old-fashioned general store, time residents want to retain a (803) 261-4454
www.superiorsouthernlandscape.com

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5 things to know: Homes and neighborhoods
2 Virginia Hylton Park and drawing board. retailers in Northeast Richland. What to watch for in the future: and larger lots in a rural county

1 Most shops are locally owned. Hot ZIP codes: 29072, 29073 Gibson Pond Park are wooded Many observers say Northeast A new rental market put in and retirees seeking the quiet
It’s a 10-mile drive to national Who’s moving here: Families escapes in the busy suburb. WEST WATEREE Richland growth will march to the motion with the recent increase in life, farther out than burgeoning
Kershaw County line in roughly a foreclosure rates, additional starter Northeast Richland
3
retailers in the Harbison area. attracted by good schools and a The library is home to The West Wateree area — which decade. homes under $130,000, and more Median sale price for homes in
2 Timberlake homeowners suburban lifestyle centered on records popular with amateur includes Elgin and Lugoff — is the
school and church activities historians and genealogists. Slice of history: Elgin is the only relocating families because of the the Wateree area:
bought their neighborhood fastest-growing area of Kershaw incorporated town in the West lower taxes and good schools. First four months 2009:
Median sale price for homes in
4
golf course — the only one in the An effort is under way to County. Wateree area. With a housing $135,000
area — and plan to turn it into a Lexington area: The area is known for good
develop the first in what boom in neighboring Northeast First four months 2010:
private club. For now, it remains First four months 2009: schools, lower taxes than Homes and neighborhoods
could be a series of local paths for Richland County, Elgin is $138,000
open to public use. $135,000 neighboring Richland County, ZIP codes: 29045 and 29078
walking, jogging and bicycling. preparing for more growth with Among hot neighborhoods:
First four months 2010: more house for the money — yet
3
Who’s moving here: Young
5
Chapin Community Theatre $138,000 A 1,200-seat performing new traffic management plans and Canterfield, Heath Pond, Kelsney
is on the road unwillingly. easy access to the interstate, major additional emergency services. families looking for lower taxes Ridge
Among hot neighborhoods: arts center remains on the highways into Columbia and major
Members are performing at various Golden Hills, Governor’s Grant,
sites after losing a long-time home Woodcreek
ruled unfit for public use.

4 Traffic is congested during


prime commuting times.
Dollars and sense
Tax rate: $145 a year for the

5 Crooked Creek park is a hub for owner of a $100,000 home


recreation and informal education. Sewer rate: $32.67 monthly
Dreher Island State Recreation Area average in town, $54.86 out of
offers a lakeside setting for picnicking, town
fishing, boating, hiking and other fun Water rate: $28.93 monthly
outdoors. average in town, $52.69 out of Here’s my idea of • HP• TOSHIBA• DELL •

EMACHINES • COMPAQ • IBM


GATEWAY • TOSHIBA • SONY
MARY ANN CHASTAIN/SPECIAL TO THE STATE town
Michael Glover lives in the Timberlake neighborhood on Lake Murray. TOWN OF LEXINGTON Note: Sewer and water amounts economic stimulus:
are based on charges by Lexington
Rapid growth in the past 25 Get discounts up to FREE DIAGNOSTICS
40%
Town Hall, the main supplier
years has made the community the
Michael Glover second-largest municipality in the
in the area. Other sources
provide that service in some
No Fix, No Fee
In home service available
Columbia area. neighborhoods at different costs. Pick up and deliver
Call my office for a quote 24/7.
Which neighborhood do you live in? The town is popular because of Some homes, particularly those
its proximity to Lake Murray and Wireless Home Networks
“I live in Timberlake. My wife and I have lived there for five years.” near Lake Murray, rely on wells Trey Webb, State Farm Agent PC & Apple Computer Repairs
lower Saluda River as well as its and septic tanks. 111 Sparkleberry Crossing #10 Laptop Screen Replacement
good schools. Columbia, SC 29229 Virus Removal
What’s the best part of living on your side of town? Its population of 16,000 is more Drive times 803-788-9188 File Recovery
“I love boating, fishing and occasionally playing a round of golf. I can easily accommodate doing than triple what it was in 1990, 111 Sparkleberry Crossing Unit 6 trey@treywebbinsurance.com
Distances from Lexington Town
all of these activities without leaving my neighborhood. with projections of 30,000 people Columbia, SC 29229
Hall:
“I can walk down to my dock, hop on my boat and be fishing in seconds. I love fishing for by 2020.
State House: 17 miles
803 419 4449 phone 803-419-1111
A new commercial strip is Monday - Friday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm 9300 Two Notch Road,
striped bass on Lake Murray. Timberlake has a fantastic 18-hole golf course and is nearing Columbiana Centre mall: 16 Columbia, SC 29223
expanding along on U.S. 378 near Saturday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Corner of Sparkleberry and Clemson Rds.
completion of a new clubhouse. I have had an opportunity to golf at a number of country miles TreywebbInsurance.com
www.idavidcomputers.com
clubs — the facilities at Timberlake are equal to or better than any courses I have ever I-20, adding to road congestion
Lexington Medical Center: 8 www.nansnotes.com State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, State Farm Indemnity Company, Bloomington, IL • ACER • LENOVO • APPLE •
but keeping taxes stable.
played.” Slice of history: The town has
miles; its local clinic, one mile
Williams-Brice Stadium: 19 miles
been a commercial and political
Columbia Metropolitan Airport:
Shop, Play, Eat and Stay!
What’s not so great about living on your side of town? center since becoming the
10 miles
“The long drive from my home to work can be a bit much - it takes approximately 40 minutes. Lexington County seat in 1820.
I can usually use some portion of that time to conduct a little business via cell phone. I have It has bounced backed from
School district ng
many disasters — it was virtually offeri
gotten used to the drive. When I get home on Fridays, I usually do not crank the car up again
destroyed by Union Army forces Lexington 1: 100 Tarrar Springs Your Neighborhood Business Now er
Print ir!!
until Monday. Everything my wife and I enjoy doing pretty much is doable in Timberlake.”
in 1865, endured major fires Road, Lexington; (803) 821-1000 and Rep a
downtown in the early 1900s or www.lexington1.net Meeting Center
Where is your favorite place to eat in your area? and recovered from a tornado A detailed look at schools begins on
“Spinners Resort is our favorite place to dine. The Resort is actually located on the lake. We that skipped through its center Page 32 Copies • Faxing • Shipping • Design
can hop in the boat and be at the restaurant within 10 minutes. The restaurant serves a great in 1994. It’s a rapidly growing
Sunday brunch, and the dinner menu is outstanding.” suburb with ambitions to become 5 things to know 100-3 Forum Drive
What is something you like to do in your area that doesn’t cost anything?
bigger while keeping a small-town
atmosphere.
What to watch for in the future:
1 Plans to ease traffic congestion
downtown — where
three major commuter routes
Columbia, SC 29229
Ph 803.736.5011 Fax 803.736.5310
One exceptionally beautiful and convenient location!

“I like walking down to the dock in the afternoon with a cold beverage and watching the sun National merchants are looking converge — are a few years from Around the corner from the Super Bi-Lo
803.419.0235
go down. I don’t think I can find the words to describe the view. If you are lucky, you will also in the Village at Sandhill
www.villageatsandhill.com
over the area. Growth is not as completion. The plan includes
see some form of wildlife. If you have had a busy or stressful day, viewing the a sunset will allow Mon - Sat 10-9 • Sun 12-6
fast as before. Development also conversion of some roads into www.sandhill.sohooffice.com 481 Town Center Place
you to end the day feeling good about life .” is steady in unincorporated Red one-way streets. Progress is largely
Bank along S.C. 6 to the south. dependent on federal aid.

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communities } { communities
5 things to know: Homes and neighborhoods
2 Virginia Hylton Park and drawing board. retailers in Northeast Richland. What to watch for in the future: and larger lots in a rural county

1 Most shops are locally owned. Hot ZIP codes: 29072, 29073 Gibson Pond Park are wooded Many observers say Northeast A new rental market put in and retirees seeking the quiet
It’s a 10-mile drive to national Who’s moving here: Families escapes in the busy suburb. WEST WATEREE Richland growth will march to the motion with the recent increase in life, farther out than burgeoning
Kershaw County line in roughly a foreclosure rates, additional starter Northeast Richland
3
retailers in the Harbison area. attracted by good schools and a The library is home to The West Wateree area — which decade. homes under $130,000, and more Median sale price for homes in
2 Timberlake homeowners suburban lifestyle centered on records popular with amateur includes Elgin and Lugoff — is the
school and church activities historians and genealogists. Slice of history: Elgin is the only relocating families because of the the Wateree area:
bought their neighborhood fastest-growing area of Kershaw incorporated town in the West lower taxes and good schools. First four months 2009:
Median sale price for homes in
4
golf course — the only one in the An effort is under way to County. Wateree area. With a housing $135,000
area — and plan to turn it into a Lexington area: The area is known for good
develop the first in what boom in neighboring Northeast First four months 2010:
private club. For now, it remains First four months 2009: schools, lower taxes than Homes and neighborhoods
could be a series of local paths for Richland County, Elgin is $138,000
open to public use. $135,000 neighboring Richland County, ZIP codes: 29045 and 29078
walking, jogging and bicycling. preparing for more growth with Among hot neighborhoods:
First four months 2010: more house for the money — yet
3
Who’s moving here: Young
5
Chapin Community Theatre $138,000 A 1,200-seat performing new traffic management plans and Canterfield, Heath Pond, Kelsney
is on the road unwillingly. easy access to the interstate, major additional emergency services. families looking for lower taxes Ridge
Among hot neighborhoods: arts center remains on the highways into Columbia and major
Members are performing at various Golden Hills, Governor’s Grant,
sites after losing a long-time home Woodcreek
ruled unfit for public use.

4 Traffic is congested during


prime commuting times.
Dollars and sense
Tax rate: $145 a year for the

5 Crooked Creek park is a hub for owner of a $100,000 home


recreation and informal education. Sewer rate: $32.67 monthly
Dreher Island State Recreation Area average in town, $54.86 out of
offers a lakeside setting for picnicking, town
fishing, boating, hiking and other fun Water rate: $28.93 monthly
outdoors. average in town, $52.69 out of Here’s my idea of • HP• TOSHIBA• DELL •

EMACHINES • COMPAQ • IBM


GATEWAY • TOSHIBA • SONY
MARY ANN CHASTAIN/SPECIAL TO THE STATE town
Michael Glover lives in the Timberlake neighborhood on Lake Murray. TOWN OF LEXINGTON Note: Sewer and water amounts economic stimulus:
are based on charges by Lexington
Rapid growth in the past 25 Get discounts up to FREE DIAGNOSTICS
40%
Town Hall, the main supplier
years has made the community the
Michael Glover second-largest municipality in the
in the area. Other sources
provide that service in some
No Fix, No Fee
In home service available
Columbia area. neighborhoods at different costs. Pick up and deliver
Call my office for a quote 24/7.
Which neighborhood do you live in? The town is popular because of Some homes, particularly those
its proximity to Lake Murray and Wireless Home Networks
“I live in Timberlake. My wife and I have lived there for five years.” near Lake Murray, rely on wells Trey Webb, State Farm Agent PC & Apple Computer Repairs
lower Saluda River as well as its and septic tanks. 111 Sparkleberry Crossing #10 Laptop Screen Replacement
good schools. Columbia, SC 29229 Virus Removal
What’s the best part of living on your side of town? Its population of 16,000 is more Drive times 803-788-9188 File Recovery
“I love boating, fishing and occasionally playing a round of golf. I can easily accommodate doing than triple what it was in 1990, 111 Sparkleberry Crossing Unit 6 trey@treywebbinsurance.com
Distances from Lexington Town
all of these activities without leaving my neighborhood. with projections of 30,000 people Columbia, SC 29229
Hall:
“I can walk down to my dock, hop on my boat and be fishing in seconds. I love fishing for by 2020.
State House: 17 miles
803 419 4449 phone 803-419-1111
A new commercial strip is Monday - Friday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm 9300 Two Notch Road,
striped bass on Lake Murray. Timberlake has a fantastic 18-hole golf course and is nearing Columbiana Centre mall: 16 Columbia, SC 29223
expanding along on U.S. 378 near Saturday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Corner of Sparkleberry and Clemson Rds.
completion of a new clubhouse. I have had an opportunity to golf at a number of country miles TreywebbInsurance.com
www.idavidcomputers.com
clubs — the facilities at Timberlake are equal to or better than any courses I have ever I-20, adding to road congestion
Lexington Medical Center: 8 www.nansnotes.com State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, State Farm Indemnity Company, Bloomington, IL • ACER • LENOVO • APPLE •
but keeping taxes stable.
played.” Slice of history: The town has
miles; its local clinic, one mile
Williams-Brice Stadium: 19 miles
been a commercial and political
Columbia Metropolitan Airport:
Shop, Play, Eat and Stay!
What’s not so great about living on your side of town? center since becoming the
10 miles
“The long drive from my home to work can be a bit much - it takes approximately 40 minutes. Lexington County seat in 1820.
I can usually use some portion of that time to conduct a little business via cell phone. I have It has bounced backed from
School district ng
many disasters — it was virtually offeri
gotten used to the drive. When I get home on Fridays, I usually do not crank the car up again
destroyed by Union Army forces Lexington 1: 100 Tarrar Springs Your Neighborhood Business Now er
Print ir!!
until Monday. Everything my wife and I enjoy doing pretty much is doable in Timberlake.”
in 1865, endured major fires Road, Lexington; (803) 821-1000 and Rep a
downtown in the early 1900s or www.lexington1.net Meeting Center
Where is your favorite place to eat in your area? and recovered from a tornado A detailed look at schools begins on
“Spinners Resort is our favorite place to dine. The Resort is actually located on the lake. We that skipped through its center Page 32 Copies • Faxing • Shipping • Design
can hop in the boat and be at the restaurant within 10 minutes. The restaurant serves a great in 1994. It’s a rapidly growing
Sunday brunch, and the dinner menu is outstanding.” suburb with ambitions to become 5 things to know 100-3 Forum Drive
What is something you like to do in your area that doesn’t cost anything?
bigger while keeping a small-town
atmosphere.
What to watch for in the future:
1 Plans to ease traffic congestion
downtown — where
three major commuter routes
Columbia, SC 29229
Ph 803.736.5011 Fax 803.736.5310
One exceptionally beautiful and convenient location!

“I like walking down to the dock in the afternoon with a cold beverage and watching the sun National merchants are looking converge — are a few years from Around the corner from the Super Bi-Lo
803.419.0235
go down. I don’t think I can find the words to describe the view. If you are lucky, you will also in the Village at Sandhill
www.villageatsandhill.com
over the area. Growth is not as completion. The plan includes
see some form of wildlife. If you have had a busy or stressful day, viewing the a sunset will allow Mon - Sat 10-9 • Sun 12-6
fast as before. Development also conversion of some roads into www.sandhill.sohooffice.com 481 Town Center Place
you to end the day feeling good about life .” is steady in unincorporated Red one-way streets. Progress is largely
Bank along S.C. 6 to the south. dependent on federal aid.

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Dollars and sense
Tax rate: Annual taxes on a $100,000 home
Columbia Place mall: 22 miles
Kershaw County Medical Center: 8 miles
5 things to know
3 With new sewer lines completed in
2005, new shops and restaurants are
before credits: $1,079 in the county, $1,130
inside the Lugoff Fire District
Williams-Brice Stadium: 33 miles 1 Kershaw County, and Camden
in particular, are known for
springing up regularly in downtown Elgin.

Sewer rate: $26.15 monthly average for a


family of four
Columbia Metropolitan Airport: 39 miles
Kershaw County Government Center: 7
many historic homes and sites that
predate the Civil War. An example is
Kamschatka, built in 1854 and home
4 Known by most as the largest outdoor
cocktail party in the state, the spring
Carolina Cup draws more than 60,000
miles
VISTA THE WEST
Water rate: $30 monthly average for a of well-known Civil War diarist Mary people to Camden for horse racing. There’s a
family of four
ON
Boykin Chesnut. fall counterpart, the Colonial Cup.
School district
Drive times
2 5
Kershaw County: 1301 DuBose Court, Camden, South Carolina’s oldest inland Located in Camden, the Fine Arts
Distances from Lugoff-Elgin High School: Camden; (803) 432-8416 or www.kershaw. city, draws antiques shoppers from all Center of Kershaw County provides
State House: 30 miles k12.sc.us/ around, with more than a dozen antique children and adult plays, concerts, art Gifts,
Village at Sandhill shopping center: 12
miles
A detailed look at schools begins on Page 33 stores. displays and classes throughout the year. Fine 1207 Sunset Blvd.,
W. Columbia, SC Antiques
Furnishings, 803-796-2271 &
Antiques and Mon.– Fri. Accessories
10am – 6pm

MON - SAT
Gifts Sat.
10am-5pm 602 Meeting Street in West Columbia
10:30 - 5:30
803-791-0008 803-939-9738
ANTIQUES
HOSPICE CARE CHARITY INC.
Towne Our store is THRIFT SHOP Aluminum - Wrought
Square Antiques over 8,000
Pleasurable shopping for a cause, help support Fine Specialty
square feet, with
multiple dealers, the hospice patients in our community Iron - Cast - Wicker
112 Grace Street, Public Square
Prosperity, SC 29127 and climate • Sandblasting & Powdercoating
Items, Garden
controlled! • Furniture • Clothing Pots, Indoor
364-2736 • Antiques • Books, DVD’s • Restrapping & Lacing
• Household items • Electronics • Custom Cushions & Slings and Outdoor
Mon.-Sat. 10am-6pm • Wicker Repair & Painting Plants, and
Sun. 1:30-6pm 1217 Sunset Blvd. Garden Design
Town Square
West Columbia Pick-up/Delivery Residential/
(next to the Sunset 721 Shull Street Commercial
Town Sq.
Grace St.
Road 773
Exit Chapin Lexington
Restaurant) West Columbia, Office: (803) 796-9469 310-A State Street • West Columbia
Antiques Hwy
76
83
103-B Beaufort St. 115 Andrew Corley Road 803-528-1790 SC 29169 Toll Free: (800) 286-5415
112 Grace St.
I-26
West 803-345-5555 803-808-2380
803-739-0422
Do you wish your
OLD MILL comfy chair were in
ANTIQUE MALL an updated more

To Advertise Here Furniture,


modern fabric?

njoy ou
r Come e
Art, Glassware, Pottery, Come e seating! outside njoy our
Stop by and see CALL Jewelry, Vintage
Clothing, Books, Silver,
outside seating
!

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our wide array of and More!
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for gift giving or At Dealers FREE IN HOME

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to add to estimate!
your home! 310 State Street Best Mattress & Upholstery
West Columbia 713 Meeting St. West Columbia, SC
1300 Dutch Fork Road • 781-7444 803-796-4229 803-791-0880
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communities }
Dollars and sense
Tax rate: Annual taxes on a $100,000 home
Columbia Place mall: 22 miles
Kershaw County Medical Center: 8 miles
5 things to know
3 With new sewer lines completed in
2005, new shops and restaurants are
before credits: $1,079 in the county, $1,130
inside the Lugoff Fire District
Williams-Brice Stadium: 33 miles 1 Kershaw County, and Camden
in particular, are known for
springing up regularly in downtown Elgin.

Sewer rate: $26.15 monthly average for a


family of four
Columbia Metropolitan Airport: 39 miles
Kershaw County Government Center: 7
many historic homes and sites that
predate the Civil War. An example is
Kamschatka, built in 1854 and home
4 Known by most as the largest outdoor
cocktail party in the state, the spring
Carolina Cup draws more than 60,000
miles
VISTA THE WEST
Water rate: $30 monthly average for a of well-known Civil War diarist Mary people to Camden for horse racing. There’s a
family of four
ON
Boykin Chesnut. fall counterpart, the Colonial Cup.
School district
Drive times
2 5
Kershaw County: 1301 DuBose Court, Camden, South Carolina’s oldest inland Located in Camden, the Fine Arts
Distances from Lugoff-Elgin High School: Camden; (803) 432-8416 or www.kershaw. city, draws antiques shoppers from all Center of Kershaw County provides
State House: 30 miles k12.sc.us/ around, with more than a dozen antique children and adult plays, concerts, art Gifts,
Village at Sandhill shopping center: 12
miles
A detailed look at schools begins on Page 33 stores. displays and classes throughout the year. Fine 1207 Sunset Blvd.,
W. Columbia, SC Antiques
Furnishings, 803-796-2271 &
Antiques and Mon.– Fri. Accessories
10am – 6pm

MON - SAT
Gifts Sat.
10am-5pm 602 Meeting Street in West Columbia
10:30 - 5:30
803-791-0008 803-939-9738
ANTIQUES
HOSPICE CARE CHARITY INC.
Towne Our store is THRIFT SHOP Aluminum - Wrought
Square Antiques over 8,000
Pleasurable shopping for a cause, help support Fine Specialty
square feet, with
multiple dealers, the hospice patients in our community Iron - Cast - Wicker
112 Grace Street, Public Square
Prosperity, SC 29127 and climate • Sandblasting & Powdercoating
Items, Garden
controlled! • Furniture • Clothing Pots, Indoor
364-2736 • Antiques • Books, DVD’s • Restrapping & Lacing
• Household items • Electronics • Custom Cushions & Slings and Outdoor
Mon.-Sat. 10am-6pm • Wicker Repair & Painting Plants, and
Sun. 1:30-6pm 1217 Sunset Blvd. Garden Design
Town Square
West Columbia Pick-up/Delivery Residential/
(next to the Sunset 721 Shull Street Commercial
Town Sq.
Grace St.
Road 773
Exit Chapin Lexington
Restaurant) West Columbia, Office: (803) 796-9469 310-A State Street • West Columbia
Antiques Hwy
76
83
103-B Beaufort St. 115 Andrew Corley Road 803-528-1790 SC 29169 Toll Free: (800) 286-5415
112 Grace St.
I-26
West 803-345-5555 803-808-2380
803-739-0422
Do you wish your
OLD MILL comfy chair were in
ANTIQUE MALL an updated more

To Advertise Here Furniture,


modern fabric?

njoy ou
r Come e
Art, Glassware, Pottery, Come e seating! outside njoy our
Stop by and see CALL Jewelry, Vintage
Clothing, Books, Silver,
outside seating
!

STAJI7577-99-3
our wide array of and More!
Lake Murray
items. Perfect DEBRA CARLSEN 75 Call now to set up your
for gift giving or At Dealers FREE IN HOME

771-8373
to add to estimate!
your home! 310 State Street Best Mattress & Upholstery
West Columbia 713 Meeting St. West Columbia, SC
1300 Dutch Fork Road • 781-7444 803-796-4229 803-791-0880
STAJH6964-99-3

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out and about } { out and about

NEWTO COLUMBIA?
n Guys who would pay to see Nickelback.
We answer some of those questions that (Lame.)
n Guys who frequently have trouble finding
make you scratch your head about this town: their cellphones.
THE VISTA
What is a “cockominium?” n Hipsters.
n College students who are hipsters.
A “cockominium” is a condo in one of four
n College graduates who are still hipsters.
buildings that sprang up around Williams-
n Hippies, too.
Brice Stadium several years ago. They are
n Guys with short hair who look good in
geared toward Gamecock football fans. It is
their military uniforms.
a take-off on the “cockaboose” railroad cars
n Guys who like to rev their car engines on
which are outfitted for tailgating parties and
crowded streets. (Lame.)
also surround the stadium.
n Guys who can take a punch. And then
Good deals are still available on some of
swing back.
these units because as soon as the condos
n Guys who think dancing is all about the
went up, the economy went down.
bump-and-grind.
n Guys who would pay to throw nickels at
What is that oversized cockroach
Nickelback.
scampering across my floor? Gross.
n Guys who check the mirror before leaving
It’s called a Palmetto Bug. They’re bigger the house. At least twice.
here. Sorry. There are several ways to deal n Guys who don’t lose their cellphones,
with them: yet use this excuse: “I didn’t have my phone
Method 1: Tell yourself they can’t climb, then with me.”
go to sleep. Do not open your eyes. If you do
open your eyes, continue to method two. Of course, these guys migrate into each
Method 2: Squish them with your shoe. other’s territory. When you really break it
But remember, they’re bigger so they make down, they’re the same. The only difference C. ALUKA BERRY/CABERRY@THESTATE.COM
a bigger mess. This method is not for is age. Wow. What does that say about men?
everyone. Will USC football coach Steve Spurrier break the Chicken Curse this year?
Guys don’t need help looking for good-
Method 3: Roach motel. Upside: they don’t TRACY GLANTZ/TGLANTZ@THESTATE.COM
looking women in town. They’re pretty
check out. Downside: they don’t check out. Gov. Mark Sanford’s team in the Marine Corps Mud Run included his son Bolton and two of his son’s friends. much everywhere.
You’ll find them all over your house. Make and the Lowcountry reach the upper-90s,
sure you have plenty of paper towels. What is the Chicken Curse? Is there an you can almost bet Columbia will be near
Method 4: Co-habitat. Hey, it worked for Road, Wheat Street, Sumter Street, Main means there are thousands of employees is visible is the Congaree River, a confluence old gangster named Chicken buried in the century mark.
John the Baptist. Street and Laurel Street. who must wear the uniform of the day. That of Broad and Saluda rivers. the Williams-Brice end zone?
For now, the Palmetto Trail section makes those employees who train, feed and The Congaree River is well known. It’s the South Carolina always seems to be at
The curse is that, seasoned with lemon the bottom in test scores, employment
What is this talk at the gym about in Richland County abruptly ends house those recruits that much more visible one tens of thousands of motorists cross pepper and baked or simply fried, chicken is rates, etc. So what’s so great about
training to run in the mud? at the end of Riverfront Park. Go to to civilians when they go beyond the base’s every day along I-126 to get to downtown. delicious. Oh, you mean the curse that has living here?
Want the perfect recipe to prove your palmettoconservation.org for more details. walls. And really, would you want to eat But the less developed Broad and Saluda supposedly kept the University of South
mettle? Columbia has it. Every fall, Fort lunch in a mess hall every day? rivers are well known to recreationalists, who Carolina’s athletic teams from winning? Everybody’s heard the old witticism and,
Jackson hosts the United States Marine What’s all this fuss about the Civil War? rank the rivers as some of the best in the Total hogwash. Really. USC President frankly, had a few laughs about it: “South
Corps Ultimate Challenge Mud Run. People I thought it was over years ago. Where can I get some downhome nation to canoe. Harris Pastides reversed it by washing a hog Carolina is too small to be a republic and
come from all over the Southeast to test History is not something South Carolinians Southern cookin’? (OK, I’m not really on the Horseshoe during a secret, midnight too large to be an insane asylum.”
themselves. visit every now and again — we live in it. sure what Southern cookin’ is.) Honestly, where are the cutest guys — ceremony before last season’s game against Judge James Petigru, a unionist, is credited
First, stir in the hypercompetitiveness of That’s why on the eve the sesquicentennial We’ve jumped on the fresh and healthy the Vista or Five Points? Clemson. Let’s look at the results: Clemson’s with uttering that immortal line on learning
all of its entrants. Add the main course, celebration of the Civil War (2011 will mark bandwagon here in South Carolina, with Axe Body Spray or the natural scent? Hair football team got smoked by the no-longer of South Carolina’s secession from the union
4.2 miles of hills and dirt and obstacles. It’s 150 years since the first shots were fired from “Certified S.C.” stickers popping up on gel or bed head? Polo shirts or pullovers? cursed Cocks, and its basketball coach quit. back in 1860.
crawling underneath armored vehicles and Charleston’s Fort Sumter), the state is still produce at local grocery stores. Still, there’s If you’re looking for guys in Columbia, you As for a chicken buried at Williams-Brice, But there are dozens of modern imbroglios
climbing over 10-foot walls. Oh, and add writing its history, coming to grips with why nothing more Southern than fried chicken should know your demographics. Allow us certainly that is not true. Jimmy Hoffa? Yes, (think Gov. Sanford explaining his
water. That’s why its called the mud run. the war was fought and how to properly pay and barbecue, boiled peanuts and sweet tea. to assist. he’s there. Right under the block ‘C’ at midfield. imaginary trip on the Appalachian Trail,
tribute to a lost cause. Care to sample? Try the nearest Lizard’s Rep. Joe Wilson’s shout-out at the State of
What is the Palmetto Trail? I see signs Columbia still has scars from the war. Thicket, a local chain that has satisfied FIVE POINTS Why is it so hot here? Is Columbia some the Union address) to make one wonder:
for it on my sidewalk. General William Tecumseh Sherman and customers for more than 30 years with its n College students who yell wooh like Ric sort of biosphere? why stick around?
his Union troops marched on Columbia on meat ‘n three and selection of pies. Flair — even when there is nothing to wooh Those who have lived here longest know
The Palmetto Trail is a planned 425-mile Hot and Hotter. That’s Columbia in the
February 17, 1865. Much of the city was Mr. Friendly’s bills itself as a place to go about. Wooh! the answer. It lies in the stunning beauty of
path through the state from the coast in summer. The capital city sits on a flat, sandy
burned. There are stars on the State House for “new Southern cuisine.” Located in Five n College graduates who still wish they were the landscape, from the pluff-mud marshes
Awendaw to the mountains in Oconee belt in the interior of South Carolina. The
marking where Sherman’s cannon balls hit Points, it offers shrimp and grits, fried green in college. to the soaring Blue Ridge Mountains, and
County. It’s about 65 percent finished, but belt stretches from central North Carolina
the building. On the State House grounds tomatoes and catfish — all prepared in n Beefy dudes who can point toward in the souls of the people, who are generally
many gaps remain. Most of it runs through to beyond Macon Ga., making the weather
are monuments to Confederate General urbane, unexpected ways. Myrtle Beach — and to the small T-shirts in gracious to a fault, fiercely independent and

STAJH4444-47-0
forests, swamps and farmland. slightly hotter here than in other parts of the
Wade Hampton, the Confederate soldier, American Eagle, Abercrombie & Fitch and mostly willing to forgive indiscretions.
But like everything in this state, politics Palmetto State. South Carolinians, black and white, have
plays a big role in the trail. Legislators set and the Confederate battle flag itself. I keep hearing the term “Three Rivers” Aeropostale. But not Gap.
n Hippies.
Greenville’s rolling hills and proximity survived mosquitoes, malaria, war, slavery, One of the largest private collections
aside money for the trail, so the trail came (as in the greenway), but so far I’ve only
to them. The 7.5-mile Capital City Passage Why do I see men and women in Army seen one river. n Guys who forget how to cross the street
to the mountains help knock down the Reconstruction, Redemption, the boll in the Southeast!
temperatures somewhat, while sea breezes weevil, sharecropping, more war, and a
of the trail runs from Fort Jackson to fatigues all over town, especially at When the state legislature decided to move after midnight. It’s all in reading the traffic keep Charleston slightly cooler. 4659 Carolina Hwy
Riverfront Park, cutting through the State
House grounds on the way. You might notice
lunch. I didn’t think recruits are allowed
off base during basic training.
the state’s capitol to a central location, it
settled on Columbia, the city sitting at the
signs - and not walking into traffic.
n Guys who can throw a punch.
Columbia has neither. Combine that with
thousand other afflictions. But when they
get away from this place, they most always Denmark, SC 29042 803-793-4739
n Guys who think dancing is all about the
the city’s heat-trapping asphalt streets and speak of coming home — one day. Intersection of Highway 78 & 321 Mon-Sat 10:00-5:00
Palmetto Trail signs on Jackson Boulevard, Those aren’t recruits. Indeed, Fort Jackson, confluence of the Broad and Saluda rivers it’s a recipe of steaminess. When the Upstate
bump-and-grind. — From Staff Reports
Kilbourne Road, Devereaux Road, Adger the Army’s largest training base, is here. That that forms the Congaree River. The river that
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out and about } { out and about

NEWTO COLUMBIA?
n Guys who would pay to see Nickelback.
We answer some of those questions that (Lame.)
n Guys who frequently have trouble finding
make you scratch your head about this town: their cellphones.
THE VISTA
What is a “cockominium?” n Hipsters.
n College students who are hipsters.
A “cockominium” is a condo in one of four
n College graduates who are still hipsters.
buildings that sprang up around Williams-
n Hippies, too.
Brice Stadium several years ago. They are
n Guys with short hair who look good in
geared toward Gamecock football fans. It is
their military uniforms.
a take-off on the “cockaboose” railroad cars
n Guys who like to rev their car engines on
which are outfitted for tailgating parties and
crowded streets. (Lame.)
also surround the stadium.
n Guys who can take a punch. And then
Good deals are still available on some of
swing back.
these units because as soon as the condos
n Guys who think dancing is all about the
went up, the economy went down.
bump-and-grind.
n Guys who would pay to throw nickels at
What is that oversized cockroach
Nickelback.
scampering across my floor? Gross.
n Guys who check the mirror before leaving
It’s called a Palmetto Bug. They’re bigger the house. At least twice.
here. Sorry. There are several ways to deal n Guys who don’t lose their cellphones,
with them: yet use this excuse: “I didn’t have my phone
Method 1: Tell yourself they can’t climb, then with me.”
go to sleep. Do not open your eyes. If you do
open your eyes, continue to method two. Of course, these guys migrate into each
Method 2: Squish them with your shoe. other’s territory. When you really break it
But remember, they’re bigger so they make down, they’re the same. The only difference C. ALUKA BERRY/CABERRY@THESTATE.COM
a bigger mess. This method is not for is age. Wow. What does that say about men?
everyone. Will USC football coach Steve Spurrier break the Chicken Curse this year?
Guys don’t need help looking for good-
Method 3: Roach motel. Upside: they don’t TRACY GLANTZ/TGLANTZ@THESTATE.COM
looking women in town. They’re pretty
check out. Downside: they don’t check out. Gov. Mark Sanford’s team in the Marine Corps Mud Run included his son Bolton and two of his son’s friends. much everywhere.
You’ll find them all over your house. Make and the Lowcountry reach the upper-90s,
sure you have plenty of paper towels. What is the Chicken Curse? Is there an you can almost bet Columbia will be near
Method 4: Co-habitat. Hey, it worked for Road, Wheat Street, Sumter Street, Main means there are thousands of employees is visible is the Congaree River, a confluence old gangster named Chicken buried in the century mark.
John the Baptist. Street and Laurel Street. who must wear the uniform of the day. That of Broad and Saluda rivers. the Williams-Brice end zone?
For now, the Palmetto Trail section makes those employees who train, feed and The Congaree River is well known. It’s the South Carolina always seems to be at
The curse is that, seasoned with lemon the bottom in test scores, employment
What is this talk at the gym about in Richland County abruptly ends house those recruits that much more visible one tens of thousands of motorists cross pepper and baked or simply fried, chicken is rates, etc. So what’s so great about
training to run in the mud? at the end of Riverfront Park. Go to to civilians when they go beyond the base’s every day along I-126 to get to downtown. delicious. Oh, you mean the curse that has living here?
Want the perfect recipe to prove your palmettoconservation.org for more details. walls. And really, would you want to eat But the less developed Broad and Saluda supposedly kept the University of South
mettle? Columbia has it. Every fall, Fort lunch in a mess hall every day? rivers are well known to recreationalists, who Carolina’s athletic teams from winning? Everybody’s heard the old witticism and,
Jackson hosts the United States Marine What’s all this fuss about the Civil War? rank the rivers as some of the best in the Total hogwash. Really. USC President frankly, had a few laughs about it: “South
Corps Ultimate Challenge Mud Run. People I thought it was over years ago. Where can I get some downhome nation to canoe. Harris Pastides reversed it by washing a hog Carolina is too small to be a republic and
come from all over the Southeast to test History is not something South Carolinians Southern cookin’? (OK, I’m not really on the Horseshoe during a secret, midnight too large to be an insane asylum.”
themselves. visit every now and again — we live in it. sure what Southern cookin’ is.) Honestly, where are the cutest guys — ceremony before last season’s game against Judge James Petigru, a unionist, is credited
First, stir in the hypercompetitiveness of That’s why on the eve the sesquicentennial We’ve jumped on the fresh and healthy the Vista or Five Points? Clemson. Let’s look at the results: Clemson’s with uttering that immortal line on learning
all of its entrants. Add the main course, celebration of the Civil War (2011 will mark bandwagon here in South Carolina, with Axe Body Spray or the natural scent? Hair football team got smoked by the no-longer of South Carolina’s secession from the union
4.2 miles of hills and dirt and obstacles. It’s 150 years since the first shots were fired from “Certified S.C.” stickers popping up on gel or bed head? Polo shirts or pullovers? cursed Cocks, and its basketball coach quit. back in 1860.
crawling underneath armored vehicles and Charleston’s Fort Sumter), the state is still produce at local grocery stores. Still, there’s If you’re looking for guys in Columbia, you As for a chicken buried at Williams-Brice, But there are dozens of modern imbroglios
climbing over 10-foot walls. Oh, and add writing its history, coming to grips with why nothing more Southern than fried chicken should know your demographics. Allow us certainly that is not true. Jimmy Hoffa? Yes, (think Gov. Sanford explaining his
water. That’s why its called the mud run. the war was fought and how to properly pay and barbecue, boiled peanuts and sweet tea. to assist. he’s there. Right under the block ‘C’ at midfield. imaginary trip on the Appalachian Trail,
tribute to a lost cause. Care to sample? Try the nearest Lizard’s Rep. Joe Wilson’s shout-out at the State of
What is the Palmetto Trail? I see signs Columbia still has scars from the war. Thicket, a local chain that has satisfied FIVE POINTS Why is it so hot here? Is Columbia some the Union address) to make one wonder:
for it on my sidewalk. General William Tecumseh Sherman and customers for more than 30 years with its n College students who yell wooh like Ric sort of biosphere? why stick around?
his Union troops marched on Columbia on meat ‘n three and selection of pies. Flair — even when there is nothing to wooh Those who have lived here longest know
The Palmetto Trail is a planned 425-mile Hot and Hotter. That’s Columbia in the
February 17, 1865. Much of the city was Mr. Friendly’s bills itself as a place to go about. Wooh! the answer. It lies in the stunning beauty of
path through the state from the coast in summer. The capital city sits on a flat, sandy
burned. There are stars on the State House for “new Southern cuisine.” Located in Five n College graduates who still wish they were the landscape, from the pluff-mud marshes
Awendaw to the mountains in Oconee belt in the interior of South Carolina. The
marking where Sherman’s cannon balls hit Points, it offers shrimp and grits, fried green in college. to the soaring Blue Ridge Mountains, and
County. It’s about 65 percent finished, but belt stretches from central North Carolina
the building. On the State House grounds tomatoes and catfish — all prepared in n Beefy dudes who can point toward in the souls of the people, who are generally
many gaps remain. Most of it runs through to beyond Macon Ga., making the weather
are monuments to Confederate General urbane, unexpected ways. Myrtle Beach — and to the small T-shirts in gracious to a fault, fiercely independent and

STAJH4444-47-0
forests, swamps and farmland. slightly hotter here than in other parts of the
Wade Hampton, the Confederate soldier, American Eagle, Abercrombie & Fitch and mostly willing to forgive indiscretions.
But like everything in this state, politics Palmetto State. South Carolinians, black and white, have
plays a big role in the trail. Legislators set and the Confederate battle flag itself. I keep hearing the term “Three Rivers” Aeropostale. But not Gap.
n Hippies.
Greenville’s rolling hills and proximity survived mosquitoes, malaria, war, slavery, One of the largest private collections
aside money for the trail, so the trail came (as in the greenway), but so far I’ve only
to them. The 7.5-mile Capital City Passage Why do I see men and women in Army seen one river. n Guys who forget how to cross the street
to the mountains help knock down the Reconstruction, Redemption, the boll in the Southeast!
temperatures somewhat, while sea breezes weevil, sharecropping, more war, and a
of the trail runs from Fort Jackson to fatigues all over town, especially at When the state legislature decided to move after midnight. It’s all in reading the traffic keep Charleston slightly cooler. 4659 Carolina Hwy
Riverfront Park, cutting through the State
House grounds on the way. You might notice
lunch. I didn’t think recruits are allowed
off base during basic training.
the state’s capitol to a central location, it
settled on Columbia, the city sitting at the
signs - and not walking into traffic.
n Guys who can throw a punch.
Columbia has neither. Combine that with
thousand other afflictions. But when they
get away from this place, they most always Denmark, SC 29042 803-793-4739
n Guys who think dancing is all about the
the city’s heat-trapping asphalt streets and speak of coming home — one day. Intersection of Highway 78 & 321 Mon-Sat 10:00-5:00
Palmetto Trail signs on Jackson Boulevard, Those aren’t recruits. Indeed, Fort Jackson, confluence of the Broad and Saluda rivers it’s a recipe of steaminess. When the Upstate
bump-and-grind. — From Staff Reports
Kilbourne Road, Devereaux Road, Adger the Army’s largest training base, is here. That that forms the Congaree River. The river that
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EdVenture Children’s Museum: This hands-on Riverbanks Zoo and Garden: More than 2,000
museum is designed for children 12 and younger animals and 4,200 species of botanical beauties
but is perfect for families, school groups and await visitors. The zoo is home to a range of
r
animals including those common to the African Call Fols!
plains — giraffes and zebras — and those native Sp e c i a
to Australia — koalas and wallabies. Scout,
preschool, homeschool, summer and overnight
programs available. 500 Wildlife Parkway, off
I-26 and Greystone Blvd.; (803) 779-8717 or
www.riverbanks.org
Carolina Children’s Garden: Explore Pooh’s
Garden and dig in McGregor’s Carrot Patch
at the Carolina Children’s Garden, at Clemson
University’s Sandhill Research and Education
Center in Northeast Richland. It’s a delightful • 1, 2 and 3 Br
• Gated Access Receive a
retreat of tinkling wind chimes and imaginary • Washer & Dryer 1000 Windsor Shores Dr., No. 17
play — perfect for a picnic. 905 Clemson Road; Come Home to $300
in every home! Columbia, SC 29223
1800 Longcreek Drive Credit when
(803) 788-5700, ext. 30
arbors-apts.net windsorshores.com Columbia, SC 29210 you present
this ad!
WATER, WATER EVERYWHERE 803.699.5400 803.736.2000 803.772.8571
lexington@brooksideproperties.com
At the lake: A public beach at the south side of
the Lake Murray dam, off North Lake Drive, C. ALUKA BERRY/CABERRY@THESTATE.COM

has a sandy beach, picnic facilities and lots of A baby giraffe joins his siblings at Riverbanks Zoo.
water and scenery.
Public pools: Several public pools are open in
Richland County, among them at Trenholm Fridays in the summer. $9.50. (803) 751-4056; in Columbia. www.columbiadiscgolfclub.com
Park, 3900 Covenant Road; Maxcy Gregg fortjacksonmwr.com/waterpark
“The Nation’s
“The Nation’s Park, 2650 Park Circle; Drew Wellness Center Bounce houses: Do your kids have energy
1, 2 & 3 Br
to burn but it’s broiling outside? Several
Largest Independent
Largest Independent (indoor), near Harden and Calhoun streets; and 24 hr Fitness Center
Ceiling Fan
Ceiling Fan Retailer!”
Retailer!” Greenview Park, 6700 David St. OFFBEAT ACTIVITIES places have jump castles and inflatables Swimming Pool
available for walk-ins. Try Monkey Joe’s in Tennis Courts
DAN’S FAN CITY Spray, splash parks: Several city parks feature
free outdoor spray areas where kids can have fun
Ice skating: There is only place to find ice in the
Midlands, at Plex Indoor Sports’ Ice, Irmo. In
Lexington, Leapin’ Lizards in Forest Acres or Gated Access
Conveniently located
QUIET QUALITY
QUIET QUALITY FANS
FANS FOR
FOR addition to hockey leagues, there are public open
FunZone for Kids in Irmo. monkeyjoes.com;
and cool off, including a new splash area at Drew near I-77,
OVER 25
OVER 25 YEARS
YEARS skating times. Skate rentals are available. (803)
leapinlizardsonline.com; funzoneforkids.net
I-20, Forest
Park, behind the wellness center. At Saluda
732-1900; plexindoorsports.com/irmoice Rock climbing: It only sounds dangerous. The Acres & major
275-AA Harbison Boulevard Shoals Park, Saluda Splash is open from 9 a.m. PETS ACCEPTED!
STAJI7608-55-0

40-foot climbing wall at Stronghold Athletic shopping Breed & Weight Limits
Columbia, SC 29212 to 8 p.m. daily for $3. 5605 Bush River Road, Disc golf: This is a great way to kill an hour or centers! May Apply. A. Reserve at Mill Landing D. Arbors at Windsor Lake G. Quail Run
Columbia, (803) 731-5208 or www.icrc.net. two with the kids, tossing Frisbee-like discs at Club is a great place for kids to burn off energy.
803-781-FANS(3267) Water parks: Palmetto Falls Water Park at raised chain-link “holes.” You can play for free And it’s safe because belay ropes protect
B. Reserve at River Walk
C. Polo Village
E. Windsor Shores
F. Lexington Station
against falls. 925 Huger St., Columbia; (803) 3509 Lake Ave., Columbia, SC 29206 803.787.2212
Fort Jackson, with slides, a lazy river and splash on disc golf courses at Crooked Creek Park in
www.dansfancity.com areas, is open to the public Tuesdays through Chapin, and Owens Field and Earlewood Park 256-9001
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National Park Road, Hopkins; (803) 776-4396 care and preschool programs. 211 Gervais St., 803.731.9981
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4501 Bentley Drive • Columbia, SC 29210 www.polovillage.com
EdVenture Children’s Museum: This hands-on Riverbanks Zoo and Garden: More than 2,000
museum is designed for children 12 and younger animals and 4,200 species of botanical beauties
but is perfect for families, school groups and await visitors. The zoo is home to a range of
r
animals including those common to the African Call Fols!
plains — giraffes and zebras — and those native Sp e c i a
to Australia — koalas and wallabies. Scout,
preschool, homeschool, summer and overnight
programs available. 500 Wildlife Parkway, off
I-26 and Greystone Blvd.; (803) 779-8717 or
www.riverbanks.org
Carolina Children’s Garden: Explore Pooh’s
Garden and dig in McGregor’s Carrot Patch
at the Carolina Children’s Garden, at Clemson
University’s Sandhill Research and Education
Center in Northeast Richland. It’s a delightful • 1, 2 and 3 Br
• Gated Access Receive a
retreat of tinkling wind chimes and imaginary • Washer & Dryer 1000 Windsor Shores Dr., No. 17
play — perfect for a picnic. 905 Clemson Road; Come Home to $300
in every home! Columbia, SC 29223
1800 Longcreek Drive Credit when
(803) 788-5700, ext. 30
arbors-apts.net windsorshores.com Columbia, SC 29210 you present
this ad!
WATER, WATER EVERYWHERE 803.699.5400 803.736.2000 803.772.8571
lexington@brooksideproperties.com
At the lake: A public beach at the south side of
the Lake Murray dam, off North Lake Drive, C. ALUKA BERRY/CABERRY@THESTATE.COM

has a sandy beach, picnic facilities and lots of A baby giraffe joins his siblings at Riverbanks Zoo.
water and scenery.
Public pools: Several public pools are open in
Richland County, among them at Trenholm Fridays in the summer. $9.50. (803) 751-4056; in Columbia. www.columbiadiscgolfclub.com
Park, 3900 Covenant Road; Maxcy Gregg fortjacksonmwr.com/waterpark
“The Nation’s
“The Nation’s Park, 2650 Park Circle; Drew Wellness Center Bounce houses: Do your kids have energy
1, 2 & 3 Br
to burn but it’s broiling outside? Several
Largest Independent
Largest Independent (indoor), near Harden and Calhoun streets; and 24 hr Fitness Center
Ceiling Fan
Ceiling Fan Retailer!”
Retailer!” Greenview Park, 6700 David St. OFFBEAT ACTIVITIES places have jump castles and inflatables Swimming Pool
available for walk-ins. Try Monkey Joe’s in Tennis Courts
DAN’S FAN CITY Spray, splash parks: Several city parks feature
free outdoor spray areas where kids can have fun
Ice skating: There is only place to find ice in the
Midlands, at Plex Indoor Sports’ Ice, Irmo. In
Lexington, Leapin’ Lizards in Forest Acres or Gated Access
Conveniently located
QUIET QUALITY
QUIET QUALITY FANS
FANS FOR
FOR addition to hockey leagues, there are public open
FunZone for Kids in Irmo. monkeyjoes.com;
and cool off, including a new splash area at Drew near I-77,
OVER 25
OVER 25 YEARS
YEARS skating times. Skate rentals are available. (803)
leapinlizardsonline.com; funzoneforkids.net
I-20, Forest
Park, behind the wellness center. At Saluda
732-1900; plexindoorsports.com/irmoice Rock climbing: It only sounds dangerous. The Acres & major
275-AA Harbison Boulevard Shoals Park, Saluda Splash is open from 9 a.m. PETS ACCEPTED!
STAJI7608-55-0

40-foot climbing wall at Stronghold Athletic shopping Breed & Weight Limits
Columbia, SC 29212 to 8 p.m. daily for $3. 5605 Bush River Road, Disc golf: This is a great way to kill an hour or centers! May Apply. A. Reserve at Mill Landing D. Arbors at Windsor Lake G. Quail Run
Columbia, (803) 731-5208 or www.icrc.net. two with the kids, tossing Frisbee-like discs at Club is a great place for kids to burn off energy.
803-781-FANS(3267) Water parks: Palmetto Falls Water Park at raised chain-link “holes.” You can play for free And it’s safe because belay ropes protect
B. Reserve at River Walk
C. Polo Village
E. Windsor Shores
F. Lexington Station
against falls. 925 Huger St., Columbia; (803) 3509 Lake Ave., Columbia, SC 29206 803.787.2212
Fort Jackson, with slides, a lazy river and splash on disc golf courses at Crooked Creek Park in
www.dansfancity.com areas, is open to the public Tuesdays through Chapin, and Owens Field and Earlewood Park 256-9001
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WHAT’SWITHTHEWEATHER? FARMERS MARKETS


There is plenty of produce grown in South market on Wednesdays on the Rooftop at
Wondering how to plan your life so expect schools and businesses to shut Carolina, including watermelon, peaches, Richland Mall, corner of Beltline Boulevard
down at the slightest chance of snow. strawberries, blueberries, sweet potatoes, and Forest Drive. forestacres.net
around the weather in your new And who can blame them from trying greens, tomatoes, peppers and much more.
hometown? We’ve got some tips: to keep people off the roads because most Here’s several places to find local produce: n The Sandhills Farmers Market is held
Midlands residents have no idea how to
on Tuesdays at the entrance to Clemson’s
What’s the deal with the first sweater drive on frozen roads.
n During summer months, Seeds of Hope Sandhills Research and Education Center,
weather always arriving during the State
Fair? Why do they say Columbia is “Famously markets pop up in church and synagogue 900 Clemson Road. In addition to local
Hot”? lots, where local farmers bring their produce products, Master Gardeners are on hand to
Surely, autumn would turn cold if the State
Fair was canceled, but there is an undeniable It’s a play on words. You can be the judge on to sell. www.pps.org/markets answer questions. clemson.edu/sandhill
link between the first chance to break out how “hot” — meaning cool — the activities
sweaters and the 11-day run of the fair. are in the area. With the summer weather, n The State Farmers Market is moving to a n The All-Local Farmers Market offers up
This year’s fair dates are Oct. 13-24. Plan however, there’s no doubting the heat. new facility this summer on U.S. 321 in Lex- locally grown produce and organic meats on
to rearrange your closet around that time. Temperatures routinely reach the 90s in June, ington County, within 1.5 miles of both I-77 Saturday mornings at 701 Whaley St. in the
But don’t mothball the warm-weather gear. July and August. Last summer was mild, with and I-26. scstatefarmersmarket.com Olympia neighborhood stateplate.org
We had a high of 77 on Dec. 9 last year. the temperature hitting triple digits only once.
Combined with our high humidity, the high
temps turn the area into a sauna. n The Lexington Farmers Market is held n The farmers market at Riverbanks
Why do people go so crazy here about
June usually is nicer, with evening every first and third Thursday April through Botanical Garden features organic produce,
snow?
temperatures bearable outdoors. In July and October in the back parking lot of The homemade goods and cooking demonstra-
Unlike northern climes where winter snow
August, you need to exercise outside at the Shoppes at Flight Deck, 109 Old Chapin tions by Earth Fare. The market is held
gets old, the once-every-two-years measurable
snowfall in the Midlands turns even adults break of dawn or head to swimming pools, GERRY MELENDEZ/GMELENDEZ@THESTATE.COM Road in Lexington. Wednesdays May through October in the TRACY GLANTZ/TGLANTZ@THESTATE.COM

into giddy children. (Last year we actually lakes and rivers for water sports. And think garden’s parking lot, 1300 Botanical Park- The State Farmers Market is moving this year to Lexington County from its
3M — malls, museums and movie theaters. The Saluda River near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is a popular recreation
got an extraordinary 8-inch snowfall.) It also spot. n The city of Forest Acres holds a farmers way, West Columbia. wwwriverbanks.org longtime spot next to Williams-Brice Stadium.
makes the powers-that-be weak in the knees, — Joey Holleman

WHAT’S NEW
ONTHE MENU?
Burritos: Used to be you couldn’t get a perfect drink for a evening on the porch.
decent burrito is this town, but not anymore.
In addition to authentic taquerias around Eating local: Several restaurants boast
town (many in the West Columbia area), menus that use South Carolina grown
there is El Burrito in Five Points, where goods. For example, Terra, Motor Supply
the menu is small but the burritos are big; Company and Hunter-Gatherer use Caw
Yo Burrito on Devine Street, with home- Caw Creek heirloom pastured pork, which
made salsas and one of the most inviting is farmed just outside Columbia. And Blue
decks around; and Moe’s, where you choose Marlin as well as Lizard’s Thicket serve Ad-
your toppings. And now comes the chain luh grits, milled right here in the Vista.
restaurants, with Qdoba adding a second
Midlands location, in Five Points, and Meeting local: Perhaps because of the
Chipolte opening its first Midlands location, shrinking economy, diners want to spend
in renovated Trenholm Plaza. their money on a sure thing, which often
makes them a regular at some of their favor-
Sweet tea: For a sweet tea that packs a ite restaurants or bars. So expect to see lots
punch, try Firefly’s Sweet Tea Bourbon, the black-slaps and greetings of the “Hey darlin’”
latest from Firefly Distillery, the Lowcoun- or “My, your boy is getting big” sort when
try maker of sweet tea vodka. This version you’re out to eat. But that’s one of the best
is made with Kentucky Straight Bourbon parts about living in the Midlands.
and infused with sugar cane and tea grown
on Wadmalaw Island, which makes this a — Janet Kahler
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WHAT’SWITHTHEWEATHER? FARMERS MARKETS


There is plenty of produce grown in South market on Wednesdays on the Rooftop at
Wondering how to plan your life so expect schools and businesses to shut Carolina, including watermelon, peaches, Richland Mall, corner of Beltline Boulevard
down at the slightest chance of snow. strawberries, blueberries, sweet potatoes, and Forest Drive. forestacres.net
around the weather in your new And who can blame them from trying greens, tomatoes, peppers and much more.
hometown? We’ve got some tips: to keep people off the roads because most Here’s several places to find local produce: n The Sandhills Farmers Market is held
Midlands residents have no idea how to
on Tuesdays at the entrance to Clemson’s
What’s the deal with the first sweater drive on frozen roads.
n During summer months, Seeds of Hope Sandhills Research and Education Center,
weather always arriving during the State
Fair? Why do they say Columbia is “Famously markets pop up in church and synagogue 900 Clemson Road. In addition to local
Hot”? lots, where local farmers bring their produce products, Master Gardeners are on hand to
Surely, autumn would turn cold if the State
Fair was canceled, but there is an undeniable It’s a play on words. You can be the judge on to sell. www.pps.org/markets answer questions. clemson.edu/sandhill
link between the first chance to break out how “hot” — meaning cool — the activities
sweaters and the 11-day run of the fair. are in the area. With the summer weather, n The State Farmers Market is moving to a n The All-Local Farmers Market offers up
This year’s fair dates are Oct. 13-24. Plan however, there’s no doubting the heat. new facility this summer on U.S. 321 in Lex- locally grown produce and organic meats on
to rearrange your closet around that time. Temperatures routinely reach the 90s in June, ington County, within 1.5 miles of both I-77 Saturday mornings at 701 Whaley St. in the
But don’t mothball the warm-weather gear. July and August. Last summer was mild, with and I-26. scstatefarmersmarket.com Olympia neighborhood stateplate.org
We had a high of 77 on Dec. 9 last year. the temperature hitting triple digits only once.
Combined with our high humidity, the high
temps turn the area into a sauna. n The Lexington Farmers Market is held n The farmers market at Riverbanks
Why do people go so crazy here about
June usually is nicer, with evening every first and third Thursday April through Botanical Garden features organic produce,
snow?
temperatures bearable outdoors. In July and October in the back parking lot of The homemade goods and cooking demonstra-
Unlike northern climes where winter snow
August, you need to exercise outside at the Shoppes at Flight Deck, 109 Old Chapin tions by Earth Fare. The market is held
gets old, the once-every-two-years measurable
snowfall in the Midlands turns even adults break of dawn or head to swimming pools, GERRY MELENDEZ/GMELENDEZ@THESTATE.COM Road in Lexington. Wednesdays May through October in the TRACY GLANTZ/TGLANTZ@THESTATE.COM

into giddy children. (Last year we actually lakes and rivers for water sports. And think garden’s parking lot, 1300 Botanical Park- The State Farmers Market is moving this year to Lexington County from its
3M — malls, museums and movie theaters. The Saluda River near Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is a popular recreation
got an extraordinary 8-inch snowfall.) It also spot. n The city of Forest Acres holds a farmers way, West Columbia. wwwriverbanks.org longtime spot next to Williams-Brice Stadium.
makes the powers-that-be weak in the knees, — Joey Holleman

WHAT’S NEW
ONTHE MENU?
Burritos: Used to be you couldn’t get a perfect drink for a evening on the porch.
decent burrito is this town, but not anymore.
In addition to authentic taquerias around Eating local: Several restaurants boast
town (many in the West Columbia area), menus that use South Carolina grown
there is El Burrito in Five Points, where goods. For example, Terra, Motor Supply
the menu is small but the burritos are big; Company and Hunter-Gatherer use Caw
Yo Burrito on Devine Street, with home- Caw Creek heirloom pastured pork, which
made salsas and one of the most inviting is farmed just outside Columbia. And Blue
decks around; and Moe’s, where you choose Marlin as well as Lizard’s Thicket serve Ad-
your toppings. And now comes the chain luh grits, milled right here in the Vista.
restaurants, with Qdoba adding a second
Midlands location, in Five Points, and Meeting local: Perhaps because of the
Chipolte opening its first Midlands location, shrinking economy, diners want to spend
in renovated Trenholm Plaza. their money on a sure thing, which often
makes them a regular at some of their favor-
Sweet tea: For a sweet tea that packs a ite restaurants or bars. So expect to see lots
punch, try Firefly’s Sweet Tea Bourbon, the black-slaps and greetings of the “Hey darlin’”
latest from Firefly Distillery, the Lowcoun- or “My, your boy is getting big” sort when
try maker of sweet tea vodka. This version you’re out to eat. But that’s one of the best
is made with Kentucky Straight Bourbon parts about living in the Midlands.
and infused with sugar cane and tea grown
on Wadmalaw Island, which makes this a — Janet Kahler
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Full range of faiths in the Midlands


By CAROLYN CLICK ABOUT
cclick@thestate.com
THE FAITH
Baptist Trinity Episcopal Lutheran Church Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Roman
“Where do you worship?” That’s a COMMUNITY Cathedral Rev. Julie Walkup Bird, Pastor
common question in the Midlands St. Paul Missionary
Missouri Synod www.mcgregorpresbyterian.org Catholic
There’s a reason 1100 Sumter Street
where faith and spirituality are
central elements in the lives of many
South Carolina is Baptist Church across from the State House Mt. Olive Lutheran Good Sheperd
called the buckle 606 West Main Street, Holy Eucharist celebrated Saxe Gotha
residents. Church
Southern Baptists and other of the Bible Belt. Lexington, SC Every day except Saturdays Catholic Church
Expect to answer Please see our website for
The Rev. Paul C. Sizemore Presbyterian Church
Protestant denominations dominate Sun. School: 9:00 am 809 Calhoun Street
1541 Lake Murray Blvd. 5503 Sunset Blvd, Lexington
in numbers, but there is a rich this question Worship: 10:00 am Service times, concerts, and
Sun Sch & Bible Study 9:15 a.m. 359-7770 Saturday Mass at 5 p.m.
representation of many religions and shortly after being Wed Bible Study: 7:00 pm Other events,
Worship Service 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School (all ages) 9:45 am Sunday Masses: 8:00 & 9:15 a.m.
faith groups that enrich the life of introduced: “And Dr. Walter Butler, Pastor 803-771-7300
781-5845 Traditional Worship: Coffee Following 9:15 Mass
the region. where do you go to Ph: 803-359-6804 www.trinitysc.org
www.lcmsmtolive.com
Churches, synagogues and mosques church?” Fax: 803-359-2380 8:30 am & 11:00 am Confessions Sat. 4:30 p.m.-5 p.m.
open their doors not only for stpaulbaptistchurch@alltel.net Contemporary Worship:
Ignore that old saw Evangelical Southern
worship but also for all sorts of other
about politics and
Pentecostal 10:45 am
activities throughout the week to Church of Christ Lutheran Church
accommodate the faithful. For many, religion. In South Holiness Nursery Provided Baptist
Wednesday night is church night, Carolina, people in America Pastor: Dr. James Glatz
love to share their Long Creek Church www.saxegotha.org North Trenholm
with weekly dinners and special
activities. opinions about the of Christ Bethel Lutheran Church “Come Worship, Grow and Baptist
Selecting the right congregation two subjects, which 720 Longtown Rd., Columbia WHITE ROCK – 781-2134
Serve with Us”
takes time. Here, a look at some area are often entwined. Sun Bible Study: 9:00 am Early Communion Svc. 8:30 am 6515 North Trenholm Road
TIM DOMINICK/TDOMINICK@THESTATE.COM
Sunday Worship: Sunday Church School 9:30 am Crossroads World Shandon Presbyterian
houses of worship — and a few of
Members of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church Southern Baptists Worship 10:45 am Outreach Center Worship 8:40 am and 11:05 am
the things that make them special: 10:15 am & 6:00 pm Church
and Christian Methodist Episcopal Church met for a three-day conference at Colonial Life Arena in dominate, but there “We are a REAL ministry, Connection Classes
To God be the Glory: First Wed Bible Study 7:00 pm Pastor H. Brett Collins
March to develop initiatives to reduce the number of black men in prison. are plenty of other raising up REAL Christians, 607 Woodrow St., Columbia,
Baptist Church in downtown 803-788-7997 (Sun Schl) 9:50 am
Christian variations, St. Stephen Lutheran to influence the REAL world.” SC 29205
Columbia is renowned for its
faith-based musical performances. including Roman All Saints Episcopal 119 N.Church St., Lexington
Pastors: Tim and Kim Hodge Phone 771-4408 * Fax 771-6223 Pastor Dr. Paul H. Ballard
to summer Vacation Bible School for dynamic preaching, but don’t Life (Reform), and Chabad of
Catholics, Anglicans Church 359-6562 www.shandonpres.org 24-Hour Prayer Line
The congregation stages a salute for youngsters and workshops for stop there. Many congregations will South Carolina (congregation Beit 2606 Emanuel Church Road
to liberty every summer and a and Protestant 1001 12th St., Cayce – 796-5735 Worship Services at
married couples. boast that their minister is the best. Midrash) on Rockbridge Road. The West Columbia, SC 29170 Summer Schedule – June 6 790-7729
spectacular Christmas pageant in denominations (near corner of 12th & Knox Abbott) 8:30 and 11:00 am
Wonderful walking cemetery: The congregation is well known for three synagogues offer a variety of Phone: 803/755-0246 / 0334 through August 15
December. The congregation, with First Presbyterian Church, another that include United Rev. Dr. Georg Retzlaff Nursery Provided: S.S. 9:45 am Springdale Baptist
its outreach to those less fortunate programs and educational seminars. www.cwoconline.org Sunday School - 9:00 a.m.,
its multiple outreach ministries, also historic Gothic downtown gem, Methodists, Sunday School 9:00 am Pat Riddle & Dennis Bolton Pastors
and for his focus on education and The Katie and Irwin Kahn Jewish Sunday: Worship: 10 AM /
offers a place for downtown workers has a wonderful walking tour of its Lutherans, Holy Eucharist: Sun 8 am www.sslc.org Worship 10 a.m. Church
economic empowerment for its Community Center hosts vibrant Sunday School: 6 PM
to enjoy a specialty coffee and a churchyard. It was established as & 10:30 am Beginning August 22 – 357 Wattling Road
membership. athletic and cultural activities for the Presbyterians, Wednesday Bible Study Classes:
browse through books at its Higher a burial ground by the Legislature Focus on outreach: In 2008, Bible community. Episcopalians, Nursery Provided/Visitors Welcome Independent Sunday School 9:45 a.m., 796-8110
Grounds books & beans store. 7:30 PM
in 1798 and includes ministers, Way Church of Atlas Road, led by It’s Orthodox: There are four African Methodist www.allsaintscayce.org Baptist Worship at 8:45 and 11:00 a.m. Sunday Services: 9:30 am
History lessons: The $7 million government officials, lawmakers, the Rev. Darrell Jackson, challenged Orthodox congregations in the Life Springs Nursery provided for all services
Episcopalians, Bible Study for all ages
renovation of Trinity Episcopal and soldiers of the Revolution, the St. David’s Episcopal First Northeast Baptist Agnes W. Norfleet, Pastor
Cathedral will be completed later
its membership to contribute Midlands:, Holy Trinity Greek Pentecostals and
605 Polo Road – 736-0866 Worship Center 10:30 am Worship Service
Mexican War and the Civil War. 160,000 hours of volunteer work Orthodox Church, site of the others. Ruth C. Roberts, Interim Pastor for
this year, and those who have peeked Fastest-growing: The Rev. Gregg Worship 8:00 am & 10:30 am Church 5630 Platt Springs Road
6:00pm Evening Activities
at United Way agencies and other annual downtown Greek Festival; Lexington, SC 29073 Education and Outreach
inside the 1847 church say the end Surratt began Seacoast Church There are strong 1st Sunday Children’s 311 Sparkleberry Lane
charitable organizations. Last year, St. Barnabas Orthodox Church in 957-2221 John Cook, Campus Pastor Rev. Tommy McGill
results will be spectacular. The in Mount Pleasant and now has communities of Service 9:15 am Stephen S. Masolwa, Pastor
the congregation assisted those hurt Lexington; Holy Apostles Orthodox www.lswc.com
beautiful stained glass windows, faith among Jews, The Rev. Robert L. Chiles, Rector Sunday School 9:45 a.m. David Jones II, Pastor for Youth
restored to new grandeur, are
five locations in South Carolina, by the recession. Because of the Christian Church in West Columbia; Sunday School 9:00 a.m. State Street Baptist
including Columbia and Irmo — spirit that emerged out of that effort, and St. Elizabeth the New Martyr Muslims, Hindus www.stdavidscolumbia.org Sunday Worship 8 & 11:00 a.m. and Their Families
worth the trip alone. Until then,
as well as congregations in North the congregation has declared 2010 Orthodox Church in Cayce. and Buddhists. All are welcome, Call 736-5055
Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Tom Glenn, Parish Associate Church
congregants continue to worship in
Carolina and Georgia. Diversity is respected St. Timothy’s Wed. Family Night 7:00 p.m.
Child Development Center Phone 1420 State Street, Cayce
adjacent Averyt Hall and Keenan to be The Year of the Shift: A Time Hispanic ministry: St. Joseph Independent
Civil rights history: Zion Baptist and there is a Episcopal Church Rev. Derrick Gardner
Chapel. of Transformation. The church’s new Catholic Church and St. Peter 799-8533 803-796-6123
Church on Washington Street in strong streak of 900 Calhoun Street – 765-1519 Evangelical

STAJI7623-99-1
Myriad ministries: Walk down mission statement is: “To know God, Catholic Church operate the largest Sunday School: 9:15 am
downtown Columbia served as a to love and to serve”. Hispanic outreach programs. St. ecumenism.
(1 block from Governor’s Mansion)
Presbyterian Trinity Presbyterian
Shandon Baptist Church’s “Main The Rev. Tula Henson, Rector Morning Worship: 10:30 am
Street” and you’ll find a ministry meeting place for hundreds involved A call to prayer: Columbia area Mary’s Episcopal Church on St. Sun 9:00 am Holy Eucharist, Rite 1 Columbia Evangelical Church
Wednesday night is (U.S.A.) Sunday Bible Study: 5:00 pm
to suit every congregant’s needs. in the civil rights movement in Muslims are small in number but Andrews Road has a vibrant Spanish
church night. Many Sun 10:00 am Christian Formation Church 1000 Greenlawn Drive –
Shandon Baptist is a beacon Columbia, as did First Nazareth worship at several mosques around ministry, with a regular Sunday Sun 11:00 am Holy Eucharist, Rite II 1013 Barnwell Street - 799-1628 Ph 776-2067 Wednesday Prayer Meeting
Church on Gervais Street and Bethel Spanish-language service and a congregants enjoy a A Radically Welcoming Church Sunday School 9:15 a.m.
McGregor
of spirituality on Forest Drive, the city and are active participants in Sun. Schl 10 am/Worship 11 am 6:30 pm
AME Church, now on Woodrow Spanish-speaking priest. As more good meal, religious That Exemplifies Worship 10:45 a.m. Presbyterian
well-known for its many outreach interfaith dialogues. Christ’s Love To The World Dr. Tommy Pillow, Pastor
Street. Hispanics make South Carolina programs and Bible Study 5:30 p.m. 6505 St. Andrews Road 781-2391 Visitors Welcome –
missions, both domestic and abroad. Shalom: Columbia’s Jewish
Great preaching: The Rev. Charles their home, congregations are fellowship on this www.sttimothyscolumbia.com Youth Sun. 5:30 p.m. Near Irmo High School Nursery Provided statestreetbaptist.org
The congregation offers Bible community gathers in Trenholm
studies for every age, and activities Jackson at Brookland Baptist reaching out with Spanish-language mid-week evening. Wednesday Prayer 6:30 p.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. Rev. Robyn McMullen, Pastor
Road-area congregations: Beth
from whitewater rafting for singles Church in West Columbia is known Shalom (Conservative), Tree of services and programs.

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faith }

Full range of faiths in the Midlands


By CAROLYN CLICK ABOUT
cclick@thestate.com
THE FAITH
Baptist Trinity Episcopal Lutheran Church Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Roman
“Where do you worship?” That’s a COMMUNITY Cathedral Rev. Julie Walkup Bird, Pastor
common question in the Midlands St. Paul Missionary
Missouri Synod www.mcgregorpresbyterian.org Catholic
There’s a reason 1100 Sumter Street
where faith and spirituality are
central elements in the lives of many
South Carolina is Baptist Church across from the State House Mt. Olive Lutheran Good Sheperd
called the buckle 606 West Main Street, Holy Eucharist celebrated Saxe Gotha
residents. Church
Southern Baptists and other of the Bible Belt. Lexington, SC Every day except Saturdays Catholic Church
Expect to answer Please see our website for
The Rev. Paul C. Sizemore Presbyterian Church
Protestant denominations dominate Sun. School: 9:00 am 809 Calhoun Street
1541 Lake Murray Blvd. 5503 Sunset Blvd, Lexington
in numbers, but there is a rich this question Worship: 10:00 am Service times, concerts, and
Sun Sch & Bible Study 9:15 a.m. 359-7770 Saturday Mass at 5 p.m.
representation of many religions and shortly after being Wed Bible Study: 7:00 pm Other events,
Worship Service 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School (all ages) 9:45 am Sunday Masses: 8:00 & 9:15 a.m.
faith groups that enrich the life of introduced: “And Dr. Walter Butler, Pastor 803-771-7300
781-5845 Traditional Worship: Coffee Following 9:15 Mass
the region. where do you go to Ph: 803-359-6804 www.trinitysc.org
www.lcmsmtolive.com
Churches, synagogues and mosques church?” Fax: 803-359-2380 8:30 am & 11:00 am Confessions Sat. 4:30 p.m.-5 p.m.
open their doors not only for stpaulbaptistchurch@alltel.net Contemporary Worship:
Ignore that old saw Evangelical Southern
worship but also for all sorts of other
about politics and
Pentecostal 10:45 am
activities throughout the week to Church of Christ Lutheran Church
accommodate the faithful. For many, religion. In South Holiness Nursery Provided Baptist
Wednesday night is church night, Carolina, people in America Pastor: Dr. James Glatz
love to share their Long Creek Church www.saxegotha.org North Trenholm
with weekly dinners and special
activities. opinions about the of Christ Bethel Lutheran Church “Come Worship, Grow and Baptist
Selecting the right congregation two subjects, which 720 Longtown Rd., Columbia WHITE ROCK – 781-2134
Serve with Us”
takes time. Here, a look at some area are often entwined. Sun Bible Study: 9:00 am Early Communion Svc. 8:30 am 6515 North Trenholm Road
TIM DOMINICK/TDOMINICK@THESTATE.COM
Sunday Worship: Sunday Church School 9:30 am Crossroads World Shandon Presbyterian
houses of worship — and a few of
Members of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church Southern Baptists Worship 10:45 am Outreach Center Worship 8:40 am and 11:05 am
the things that make them special: 10:15 am & 6:00 pm Church
and Christian Methodist Episcopal Church met for a three-day conference at Colonial Life Arena in dominate, but there “We are a REAL ministry, Connection Classes
To God be the Glory: First Wed Bible Study 7:00 pm Pastor H. Brett Collins
March to develop initiatives to reduce the number of black men in prison. are plenty of other raising up REAL Christians, 607 Woodrow St., Columbia,
Baptist Church in downtown 803-788-7997 (Sun Schl) 9:50 am
Christian variations, St. Stephen Lutheran to influence the REAL world.” SC 29205
Columbia is renowned for its
faith-based musical performances. including Roman All Saints Episcopal 119 N.Church St., Lexington
Pastors: Tim and Kim Hodge Phone 771-4408 * Fax 771-6223 Pastor Dr. Paul H. Ballard
to summer Vacation Bible School for dynamic preaching, but don’t Life (Reform), and Chabad of
Catholics, Anglicans Church 359-6562 www.shandonpres.org 24-Hour Prayer Line
The congregation stages a salute for youngsters and workshops for stop there. Many congregations will South Carolina (congregation Beit 2606 Emanuel Church Road
to liberty every summer and a and Protestant 1001 12th St., Cayce – 796-5735 Worship Services at
married couples. boast that their minister is the best. Midrash) on Rockbridge Road. The West Columbia, SC 29170 Summer Schedule – June 6 790-7729
spectacular Christmas pageant in denominations (near corner of 12th & Knox Abbott) 8:30 and 11:00 am
Wonderful walking cemetery: The congregation is well known for three synagogues offer a variety of Phone: 803/755-0246 / 0334 through August 15
December. The congregation, with First Presbyterian Church, another that include United Rev. Dr. Georg Retzlaff Nursery Provided: S.S. 9:45 am Springdale Baptist
its outreach to those less fortunate programs and educational seminars. www.cwoconline.org Sunday School - 9:00 a.m.,
its multiple outreach ministries, also historic Gothic downtown gem, Methodists, Sunday School 9:00 am Pat Riddle & Dennis Bolton Pastors
and for his focus on education and The Katie and Irwin Kahn Jewish Sunday: Worship: 10 AM /
offers a place for downtown workers has a wonderful walking tour of its Lutherans, Holy Eucharist: Sun 8 am www.sslc.org Worship 10 a.m. Church
economic empowerment for its Community Center hosts vibrant Sunday School: 6 PM
to enjoy a specialty coffee and a churchyard. It was established as & 10:30 am Beginning August 22 – 357 Wattling Road
membership. athletic and cultural activities for the Presbyterians, Wednesday Bible Study Classes:
browse through books at its Higher a burial ground by the Legislature Focus on outreach: In 2008, Bible community. Episcopalians, Nursery Provided/Visitors Welcome Independent Sunday School 9:45 a.m., 796-8110
Grounds books & beans store. 7:30 PM
in 1798 and includes ministers, Way Church of Atlas Road, led by It’s Orthodox: There are four African Methodist www.allsaintscayce.org Baptist Worship at 8:45 and 11:00 a.m. Sunday Services: 9:30 am
History lessons: The $7 million government officials, lawmakers, the Rev. Darrell Jackson, challenged Orthodox congregations in the Life Springs Nursery provided for all services
Episcopalians, Bible Study for all ages
renovation of Trinity Episcopal and soldiers of the Revolution, the St. David’s Episcopal First Northeast Baptist Agnes W. Norfleet, Pastor
Cathedral will be completed later
its membership to contribute Midlands:, Holy Trinity Greek Pentecostals and
605 Polo Road – 736-0866 Worship Center 10:30 am Worship Service
Mexican War and the Civil War. 160,000 hours of volunteer work Orthodox Church, site of the others. Ruth C. Roberts, Interim Pastor for
this year, and those who have peeked Fastest-growing: The Rev. Gregg Worship 8:00 am & 10:30 am Church 5630 Platt Springs Road
6:00pm Evening Activities
at United Way agencies and other annual downtown Greek Festival; Lexington, SC 29073 Education and Outreach
inside the 1847 church say the end Surratt began Seacoast Church There are strong 1st Sunday Children’s 311 Sparkleberry Lane
charitable organizations. Last year, St. Barnabas Orthodox Church in 957-2221 John Cook, Campus Pastor Rev. Tommy McGill
results will be spectacular. The in Mount Pleasant and now has communities of Service 9:15 am Stephen S. Masolwa, Pastor
the congregation assisted those hurt Lexington; Holy Apostles Orthodox www.lswc.com
beautiful stained glass windows, faith among Jews, The Rev. Robert L. Chiles, Rector Sunday School 9:45 a.m. David Jones II, Pastor for Youth
restored to new grandeur, are
five locations in South Carolina, by the recession. Because of the Christian Church in West Columbia; Sunday School 9:00 a.m. State Street Baptist
including Columbia and Irmo — spirit that emerged out of that effort, and St. Elizabeth the New Martyr Muslims, Hindus www.stdavidscolumbia.org Sunday Worship 8 & 11:00 a.m. and Their Families
worth the trip alone. Until then,
as well as congregations in North the congregation has declared 2010 Orthodox Church in Cayce. and Buddhists. All are welcome, Call 736-5055
Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Tom Glenn, Parish Associate Church
congregants continue to worship in
Carolina and Georgia. Diversity is respected St. Timothy’s Wed. Family Night 7:00 p.m.
Child Development Center Phone 1420 State Street, Cayce
adjacent Averyt Hall and Keenan to be The Year of the Shift: A Time Hispanic ministry: St. Joseph Independent
Civil rights history: Zion Baptist and there is a Episcopal Church Rev. Derrick Gardner
Chapel. of Transformation. The church’s new Catholic Church and St. Peter 799-8533 803-796-6123
Church on Washington Street in strong streak of 900 Calhoun Street – 765-1519 Evangelical

STAJI7623-99-1
Myriad ministries: Walk down mission statement is: “To know God, Catholic Church operate the largest Sunday School: 9:15 am
downtown Columbia served as a to love and to serve”. Hispanic outreach programs. St. ecumenism.
(1 block from Governor’s Mansion)
Presbyterian Trinity Presbyterian
Shandon Baptist Church’s “Main The Rev. Tula Henson, Rector Morning Worship: 10:30 am
Street” and you’ll find a ministry meeting place for hundreds involved A call to prayer: Columbia area Mary’s Episcopal Church on St. Sun 9:00 am Holy Eucharist, Rite 1 Columbia Evangelical Church
Wednesday night is (U.S.A.) Sunday Bible Study: 5:00 pm
to suit every congregant’s needs. in the civil rights movement in Muslims are small in number but Andrews Road has a vibrant Spanish
church night. Many Sun 10:00 am Christian Formation Church 1000 Greenlawn Drive –
Shandon Baptist is a beacon Columbia, as did First Nazareth worship at several mosques around ministry, with a regular Sunday Sun 11:00 am Holy Eucharist, Rite II 1013 Barnwell Street - 799-1628 Ph 776-2067 Wednesday Prayer Meeting
Church on Gervais Street and Bethel Spanish-language service and a congregants enjoy a A Radically Welcoming Church Sunday School 9:15 a.m.
McGregor
of spirituality on Forest Drive, the city and are active participants in Sun. Schl 10 am/Worship 11 am 6:30 pm
AME Church, now on Woodrow Spanish-speaking priest. As more good meal, religious That Exemplifies Worship 10:45 a.m. Presbyterian
well-known for its many outreach interfaith dialogues. Christ’s Love To The World Dr. Tommy Pillow, Pastor
Street. Hispanics make South Carolina programs and Bible Study 5:30 p.m. 6505 St. Andrews Road 781-2391 Visitors Welcome –
missions, both domestic and abroad. Shalom: Columbia’s Jewish
Great preaching: The Rev. Charles their home, congregations are fellowship on this www.sttimothyscolumbia.com Youth Sun. 5:30 p.m. Near Irmo High School Nursery Provided statestreetbaptist.org
The congregation offers Bible community gathers in Trenholm
studies for every age, and activities Jackson at Brookland Baptist reaching out with Spanish-language mid-week evening. Wednesday Prayer 6:30 p.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. Rev. Robyn McMullen, Pastor
Road-area congregations: Beth
from whitewater rafting for singles Church in West Columbia is known Shalom (Conservative), Tree of services and programs.

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military } { military
BEFORE YOU HEAD OUT TO FORT JACKSON MILITARY IN THE MIDLANDS
Fort Jackson is far-reaching Traffic: All vehicles without a De-
fense Department registration sticker
must enter either Gate 2 on Forest
Here’s how:
nþPalmetto Falls Water Park: Located
at 3318 Marion Ave. Open Tuesday
>>> Fort Jackson to an F-16 fighter wing, three Army
Guard helicopter units and the central
Drive or Gate 4 at Percival Road.
What to bring: Drivers must show
through Friday for the general public;
season pass holders and military 50 PERCENT: U.S.
maintenance shop.
Originally established during the Adjutant General School, soldiers who receive basic combat
World War I to train U.S. troops, Finance School, Recruiting and
security guards a driver’s license, in-
surance card and vehicle registration
families can go Tuesday through
Sunday. Tickets are $9.50, free for training at Fort Jackson 1,300: Full- and part-time Air
Fort Jackson has emerged as the Retention School, the Non- papers. Passengers may be asked to ages 2 and under; season pass is Guard members; 150 active-duty
Army’s largest and most active
training center.
Commissioned Officers Academy
and the Training Support
present a picture ID, too.
Noise: It’s an Army post so expect to
$249 for a family of four. Discounted
prices vary for military; log on at
80 PERCENT: Female members of Air Force attached to the
base
soldiers who receive basic combat
When other Army posts were Battalion. Students also are hear occasional booms and gunfire http://www.fortjacksonmwr.com/
getting scaled back by the Defense enrolled in the Army’s only Drill from training events and ceremonies. waterpark/.
training at Fort Jackson
1,100: Army Guard soldiers
Department, Fort Jackson was
growing. Besides training new
Sergeant School and the Armed
Forces Chaplaincy Center.
Neighbors sometimes hear the fort’s
public address system broadcast
nþBicycling: Civilians need to show
a valid picture ID and must wear an 50,000: Soldiers who completed
attached to the base
approved bicycle helmet and some basic and advanced individual training
soldiers on Army basics, it also is Fort Jackson also is home to bugle calls for the troops. Reveille is at the fort last year >>> Shaw Air Force Base
type of reflective material such
a place where more experienced the 81st Regional Readiness at 5:55 a.m., and taps is at 11 p.m. as tape, wristbands, vest or belt. The U.S. Air Force’s largest F-16
soldiers go for professional
development.
Command and the Defense
Academy for Credibility
Celebrations: Fort Jackson has re-
cently started its monthly Come See
For riding at night, bikes must be
equipped with a lamp on the front
52,000: Total fort acreage fighter jet base, in Sumter, has three
squadrons and 80 jets. It is also
Your Army Tour, which gives civilians that emits a white light visible from
4,000: Active-duty soldiers
Fort Jackson trains chaplains, Assessment, formerly known as home to the 9th Air Force and U.S.
drill sergeants, recruiters and the Defense Polygraph Institute. a chance to see how soldiers train, 500 feet, and a red reflector on the Central Command Air Forces, which
soldiers who work in the legal and The school trains both civilian and get hands-on experience with the rear visible from 50 to 200 feet. assigned to the post
A red light visible from 500 feet oversee air force operations in the
financial fields. military personnel. Weapons Simulator System, attend a Middle East.
Back in 1917, Army commander
TIM DOMINICK/TDOMINICK@THESTATE.COM
Fort Jackson is an economic basic combat training graduation and
eat in an Army dining facility. Also,
may be used in addition to the rear
reflector. 5,200: Civilians employed by the
Gen. Douglas MacArthur picked
Columbia as a training-base site Soldiers at Fort Jackson recite the Soldier’s Creed during a graduation ceremony.
engine in Columbia and
surrounding areas. the public is invited to a free Fourth nþMuseum: More than 4,000 items
from weapons to uniforms are on
fort
6,100: Airmen assigned to the
because of the area’s moderate The post spends more than $600 of July band concert and fireworks >>> McEntire Joint National base
display. display at the Fort Jackson Museum,
climate and well-drained soil.
MacArthur figured few training
deed it to the Army.
The post is named after Andrew
work there and more than 87,000
military retirees use Fort Jackson
variety of training programs for
soldiers going into support jobs
million a year on salaries, goods
and services, much of that in Recreation: The public is invited to
play at the post’s water park, ride
located across from post headquar-
ters. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Guard Base
Located in Eastover, home to the S.C.
750: Civilians employed by the
days would be lost to having troops Jackson, the seventh president. to receive some veterans benefits. such as human resources specialists Columbia. The Greater Columbia Monday through Friday. base
bicycle trails and visit the museum. Air National Guard, the base is home — Noelle Phillips
stuck in mud or digging out of Today, Fort Jackson is the site The post covers 52,000 acres and and mechanics. chamber estimates Fort Jackson’s
snowdrifts. where 52 percent of all soldiers and includes more than 100 ranges and About 10,000 students annually economic impact on South
City and local business leaders nearly 80 percent of women entering field training sites. There are 1,160 attend professional-development Carolina at more than $1.2 billion,
came up with a $50,000 bond issue the Army undergo basic training. buildings on the property. schools such as the Soldier mostly in the Midlands.
to buy 1,200 acres of land and Almost 3,500 civilian employees Fort Jackson also supports a Support Institute, which includes — From Staff Reports

788-8872
www.northvalleysvc.net All Jobs are Personally Supervised!!
Guaranteed Workmanship at a Reasonable Price
$59 Tune Up

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WE Service ALL Makes And Models • Serving All Of Columbia
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military } { military
BEFORE YOU HEAD OUT TO FORT JACKSON MILITARY IN THE MIDLANDS
Fort Jackson is far-reaching Traffic: All vehicles without a De-
fense Department registration sticker
must enter either Gate 2 on Forest
Here’s how:
nþPalmetto Falls Water Park: Located
at 3318 Marion Ave. Open Tuesday
>>> Fort Jackson to an F-16 fighter wing, three Army
Guard helicopter units and the central
Drive or Gate 4 at Percival Road.
What to bring: Drivers must show
through Friday for the general public;
season pass holders and military 50 PERCENT: U.S.
maintenance shop.
Originally established during the Adjutant General School, soldiers who receive basic combat
World War I to train U.S. troops, Finance School, Recruiting and
security guards a driver’s license, in-
surance card and vehicle registration
families can go Tuesday through
Sunday. Tickets are $9.50, free for training at Fort Jackson 1,300: Full- and part-time Air
Fort Jackson has emerged as the Retention School, the Non- papers. Passengers may be asked to ages 2 and under; season pass is Guard members; 150 active-duty
Army’s largest and most active
training center.
Commissioned Officers Academy
and the Training Support
present a picture ID, too.
Noise: It’s an Army post so expect to
$249 for a family of four. Discounted
prices vary for military; log on at
80 PERCENT: Female members of Air Force attached to the
base
soldiers who receive basic combat
When other Army posts were Battalion. Students also are hear occasional booms and gunfire http://www.fortjacksonmwr.com/
getting scaled back by the Defense enrolled in the Army’s only Drill from training events and ceremonies. waterpark/.
training at Fort Jackson
1,100: Army Guard soldiers
Department, Fort Jackson was
growing. Besides training new
Sergeant School and the Armed
Forces Chaplaincy Center.
Neighbors sometimes hear the fort’s
public address system broadcast
nþBicycling: Civilians need to show
a valid picture ID and must wear an 50,000: Soldiers who completed
attached to the base
approved bicycle helmet and some basic and advanced individual training
soldiers on Army basics, it also is Fort Jackson also is home to bugle calls for the troops. Reveille is at the fort last year >>> Shaw Air Force Base
type of reflective material such
a place where more experienced the 81st Regional Readiness at 5:55 a.m., and taps is at 11 p.m. as tape, wristbands, vest or belt. The U.S. Air Force’s largest F-16
soldiers go for professional
development.
Command and the Defense
Academy for Credibility
Celebrations: Fort Jackson has re-
cently started its monthly Come See
For riding at night, bikes must be
equipped with a lamp on the front
52,000: Total fort acreage fighter jet base, in Sumter, has three
squadrons and 80 jets. It is also
Your Army Tour, which gives civilians that emits a white light visible from
4,000: Active-duty soldiers
Fort Jackson trains chaplains, Assessment, formerly known as home to the 9th Air Force and U.S.
drill sergeants, recruiters and the Defense Polygraph Institute. a chance to see how soldiers train, 500 feet, and a red reflector on the Central Command Air Forces, which
soldiers who work in the legal and The school trains both civilian and get hands-on experience with the rear visible from 50 to 200 feet. assigned to the post
A red light visible from 500 feet oversee air force operations in the
financial fields. military personnel. Weapons Simulator System, attend a Middle East.
Back in 1917, Army commander
TIM DOMINICK/TDOMINICK@THESTATE.COM
Fort Jackson is an economic basic combat training graduation and
eat in an Army dining facility. Also,
may be used in addition to the rear
reflector. 5,200: Civilians employed by the
Gen. Douglas MacArthur picked
Columbia as a training-base site Soldiers at Fort Jackson recite the Soldier’s Creed during a graduation ceremony.
engine in Columbia and
surrounding areas. the public is invited to a free Fourth nþMuseum: More than 4,000 items
from weapons to uniforms are on
fort
6,100: Airmen assigned to the
because of the area’s moderate The post spends more than $600 of July band concert and fireworks >>> McEntire Joint National base
display. display at the Fort Jackson Museum,
climate and well-drained soil.
MacArthur figured few training
deed it to the Army.
The post is named after Andrew
work there and more than 87,000
military retirees use Fort Jackson
variety of training programs for
soldiers going into support jobs
million a year on salaries, goods
and services, much of that in Recreation: The public is invited to
play at the post’s water park, ride
located across from post headquar-
ters. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Guard Base
Located in Eastover, home to the S.C.
750: Civilians employed by the
days would be lost to having troops Jackson, the seventh president. to receive some veterans benefits. such as human resources specialists Columbia. The Greater Columbia Monday through Friday. base
bicycle trails and visit the museum. Air National Guard, the base is home — Noelle Phillips
stuck in mud or digging out of Today, Fort Jackson is the site The post covers 52,000 acres and and mechanics. chamber estimates Fort Jackson’s
snowdrifts. where 52 percent of all soldiers and includes more than 100 ranges and About 10,000 students annually economic impact on South
City and local business leaders nearly 80 percent of women entering field training sites. There are 1,160 attend professional-development Carolina at more than $1.2 billion,
came up with a $50,000 bond issue the Army undergo basic training. buildings on the property. schools such as the Soldier mostly in the Midlands.
to buy 1,200 acres of land and Almost 3,500 civilian employees Fort Jackson also supports a Support Institute, which includes — From Staff Reports

788-8872
www.northvalleysvc.net All Jobs are Personally Supervised!!
Guaranteed Workmanship at a Reasonable Price
$59 Tune Up

STAJH8368-55-2
Insurance Claims and Emergencies Welcomed
References Available
Marshall A. Shearouse Center for Wellness at Still Hopes
Call (803) 532-5181 or (803) 657-3161
Credit Cards Accepted
35+ years Experience • A+ Rating BBB
WE Service ALL Makes And Models • Serving All Of Columbia
One Still Hopes Drive, West Columbia, SC 29169 • T: 803-739-5040 • F: 803-796-6059 • www.stillhopes.org
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Winnsboro, SC 29180 979 Hwy 1 South 799-1234 (803) 691-5600
800-789-1304 Lugoff, SC 29078 1-800-962-0684 Jim Hudson Lexus† 3215 Two Notch Road
Audi Columbia 5717 Two Notch Road Jim Hudson
or 803-635-4614 803-438-6124 Sales: M-F 9AM-8PM, Sat. 9AM-7PM 1-800-277-0225, 754-9500 Sales: M-F 9-7, Sat. 9-5 Dick Smith Nissan 803-691-5600
6301 Two Notch Road, Sales: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. 9-8 Service: M-F 7:30-6, Sat. 8-1 or 1-800-922-5291
Sales: M-F 8-7 Sat. 9 –4 Service: M-F 7:30-6, Sat. 7:30-5 Buick-Pontiac-GMC-Saab† Dick Dyer & Associates†
Columbia, SC 29223
Service: M-F 8-6 Sat Closed
Wed & Sat. 9-6:30 Sales: M-F 8:30-7:30, Sat. 8:30-6 of Lexington Sales: M-F 9-7 Sat. 9-5
Service: M-F 7:30-6:30 Service: M-F 7:30-6, Sat. 7:30-1 Sumter Hwy.
888-808-8065 www.wilsoncarsales.com Sat. 7:30-2:30 www.hudsonlexus.com www.dickdyermitsubishi.com 5536 Sunset Blvd. 5825 Two Notch Road
Service: MF 7:30-6 Sat 7:30-5
Sales: M-F 9 - 7, Sat. 9 - 6 www.lugoffford.com 783-0110 or
F (803) 957-7760 or www.dickdyersuzuki.com Toll Free
Service: M-F 7:30 - 6, Sat. 8-4 1-800-922-5291
www.audicolumbia.com Dick Smith Infiniti of Dick Smith Mitsubishi (888) 251-2773 Sales: M-F 8:30-8, Sat. 8:30-6 1-800-505-3597
St. Andrews of Greenville Sales: M-Sat. 9-8
Service: M-F 7:30-6, Sat. 7:30-1 Sales: M-F 9-7 Sat. 9-6
Galeana Chrysler-Jeep-Kia† Jim Hudson
3670 Fernandina Road
Service: M-F 7-6, Sat. 7:30-4
180 Greystone Blvd. (803) 750-6500 825 Congaree Road http://www.jimhudson.com/buick-pontiac-gmc-saab/
Buick-Pontiac-GMC-Saab† Bilton Lincoln/Mercury Service: M-F 7:30-6:00 Sat 8:30-4:00
779-7300 or (800) 999-4080 (864) 284-7777 www.dicksmith.comL
Sales: M-F 9-8, Sat. 9-6 Sumter Hwy. 70 W. Wesmark Blvd., Sumter
Sales: M-F 9-7, Sat. 9-6 www.dickdyeronline.com
BMW of Columbia Service: M-F 8-6, Sat. 8-12 783-0110 or Service: M-F 7-6, Sat. 7:30-4 1-800-924-5866 or (800) 393-0101 Jones Nissan
5919 Two Notch Road www.galeanasc.com 1-800-922-5291 www.dicksmith.com Sales: M-F 8-6, Sat. 9-2
Sales: M-F 8:30-8, Sat. 8:30-6 Sales: M-Sat. 9-8 1260 Broad Street, Sumter, SC 29150
Columbia, SC 29223 Service: M-F 8-5
Wilson Chrysler Dodge 5
866-680-2691 Sales Service: M-F 7:30-6, Sat. 7:30-1
www.biltonlm.comJ Service: M-F 7-6, Sat. 7:30-4 1-800-868-0338
803-404-5400 Service Jeep http://www.jimhudson.com/buick-
301 S. Congress Street Dick Smith Lincoln/ www.dickdyermitsubishi.com Sales: M/Thur 8:00-7:00 Fri 8-6
Sales: M-F 9 - 7, Sat. 9 - 6 Winnsboro, SC 29180 pontiac-gmc-saab/ Dick Dyer Toyota†
Galeana Chrysler-Jeep-Kia† Mercury Sat 8-4 Sun closed
Dick Dyer Scion†
Service: M-F 7:30 - 6, Sat. 8 - 4 800-551-1767 or 803-635-5027
Sales: M-F 8-7 Sat. 9 –4 180 Greystone Blvd. of Greenville 240 Killian Commons Parkway
240 Killian Commons Parkway
www.bmwofcolumbia.com Jones Buick GMC
Service: M-F 8-6 Sat Closed 779-7300 825 Congaree Road Service: M-F 8-6 Sat 8:00 1:00 786-4111
www.wilsoncarsales.com 1268 Broad Street Sales: M-F 9-8, Sat. 9-6 (864) 284-7777 or 786-4111
Sumter, SC 29150 Sunday closed Sales: M-F 9-8 Sat. 9-7
1-800-768-9331
Service: M-F 8-6, Sat. 8-12 (800) 393-0101 Sales: M-F 8-9, Sat. 9-7
www.galeanasc.com Sales: M-Sat. 9-8 www.jonesnissan.comL Service: MF 7:30-7 Sat 8:30-5
Sales: M/Thur 8:00-7:00 Fri 8-6 Service: M-F 7:30-7, Sat. 8:30-5 www.dickdyertoyota.com Wray Automotive Group
Jim Hudson Service: M-F 8-6 Sat 8:00 1:00
Service: M-F 7-6, Sat. 7:30-4
Buick-Pontiac-GMC-Saab† Wilson Chrysler Dodge www.dickdyerscion.com
Sunday closed Jeep Dick Smith Nissan of Jim Hudson Toyota† Volkswagen/Mazda†
Sumter Hwy. www.jonespontiacgmc.com Jim Hudson Scion†
783-0110 or 301 S. Congress Street 970 Columbiana Dr., Irmo, SC 29063
Dodgeland of Columbia† Winnsboro, SC 29180 Columbia 970 Columbiana Dr., Irmo, SC 29063 655 Broad River Road
1-800-922-5291 190 Greystone Blvd., Columbia, SC 29210 800-551-1767 or 803-635-5027 803-407-5678
Sales: M-F 8:30-8, Sat. 8:30-6 2 803-407-5678
799-1900 Sales: M-F 8-7 Sat. 9 –4 4030 W. Beltline Blvd.
www.jimhudsonscion.com Sales: MF 9-8, Sat. 9-7 (803) 988-1000
Service: M-F 7:30-6, Sat. 7:30-1 Sales: M-Sat 9-9 Service: M-F 8-6 Sat Closed
http://www.jimhudson.com/buick- www.wilsoncarsales.com (803) 256-6600 or Service: MF 7-7, Sat 9-5 Sales: M-Sat. 8:30-10
Service: M-F 7:30-6, Sat 8:00-1:30 www.dicksmithlincolnmercury.com
pontiac-gmc-saab/ L www.dodgelandofcolumbia.com
Dick Dyer & Associates† (800) 944-8570 www.jimhudsontoyota.com
Honda Of Columbia Service: M-W-F 7:30-6, T-TH 7:30-7
Jones Buick GMC Hwy 378 @ 1-20 5825 Two Notch Road Sales: M-Sat. 9-8 Jim Hudson
1268 Broad Street Wilson Chrysler Dodge Toll Free Sat. 8-2
Jeep Lexington, SC 29072
1-800-505-3597 Service: M-F 7-6, Sat. 7:30-4 Buick-Pontiac-GMC-Saab†
Sumter, SC 29150 301 S. Congress Street Sales: 803-256-0156
Galeana Chrysler-Jeep-Kia† Stivers Subaru Lugoff Toyota Scion
1-800-768-9331 Winnsboro, SC 29180 180 Greystone Blvd. Sales: M-F 9-7, Sat. 9-6
www.dicksmith.com Sumter Hwy. www.wrayautomotive.com
Sales: M/Thur 8:00-7:00 Fri 8-6 Service: 803-799-1080 779-7300 Service: M-F 7:30-6:00 Sat. 8:30-4:00 6001 Two Notch Rd. 878 Hwy 1 South, Lugoff, SC 29078
800-551-1767 or 803-635-5027

STAJI7657-99-1
Service: M-F 8-6 Sat 8:00 1:00 Sales: M-F 8-7 Sat. 9 –4 Sales: M-F 9-7 Sat 9-6 Sales: M-F 9-8, Sat. 9-6 www.dickdyeronline.com 783-0110 or Columbia, SC 29223 803-438-2772
Sunday closed Service: M-F 8-6 Sat Closed Service: M-F 7:30-6 Sat. 8-3 Service: M-F 8-6, Sat. 8-12
www.jonespontiacgmc.com www.wilsoncarsales.com www.hondaofcolumbia.com www.galeanasc.com
† The dealers can be found on
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Sun
Dick Smith Nissan of 1-800-922-5291 803-461-0257 Sales: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. 9-8
McDaniels St. Andrews Sales: M-Thurs 8:30-7, F-Sat. 8:30-6
Acura/Porsche† Dick Smith Hyundai of Land Rover Columbia†
Sales: M-F 8:30-8, Sat. 8:30-6 Wed & Sat. 9-6:30
Dick Smith Chevrolet Dick Smith Ford of Greenville 3670 Fernandina Road Service: M-F 7:30-6
6409 Two Notch Rd. of Monck’s Corner I-26 @ Piney Grove Rd. Service: M-F 7:30-6, Sat. 7:30-1 Service: M-F 7:30-6:30
Columbia 825 Congaree Road
803-731-7493
Parts: M-F 7:30-6
803-786-6400 1601 Hwy 52 2800 Two Notch Road (864) 284-7777 (803) 772-8700 or http://www.jimhudson.com/buick- www.stiverssubaru.com
Sales: M-F 9-8, Sat. 9-6 (843) 761-8084 or (803) 254-4000 or (800) 393-0101 Sales: M-F 8:30-7, Sat. 9-5 Sat. 7:30-2:30
Service: M-F 8-6, Sat. 9-1
(800) 754-1278 (800) 922-6218 Sales: M-Sat. 9-8 Service: M-F 8-6 (800) 948-7165 pontiac-gmc-saab/
Sales: M-Sat 9-8 Sales: M-Sat. 9-8 www.lugofftoyota.com
www.mcdanielsautogroup.com Service: M-F 7:30-6, Service: M-F 7-6, Sat. 7:30-4 www.landrovercolumbia.com Sales: M-Sat. 9-8
Service: M-F 7-6, Sat. 7:30-4 www.dicksmith.com
Sat. 8-2 www.dicksmith-ford.com
Dick Dyer Mitsubishi Service: M-F 7-6, Sat. 7:30-4
L4Wilson Chevrolet
Lugoff Ford Lincoln Jim Hudson Hyundai† 3215 Two Notch Road www.dicksmith.comL
798 U.S. 321 North
Mercury Greystone Blvd. Dick Dyer Suzuki
Winnsboro, SC 29180 979 Hwy 1 South 799-1234 (803) 691-5600
800-789-1304 Lugoff, SC 29078 1-800-962-0684 Jim Hudson Lexus† 3215 Two Notch Road
Audi Columbia 5717 Two Notch Road Jim Hudson
or 803-635-4614 803-438-6124 Sales: M-F 9AM-8PM, Sat. 9AM-7PM 1-800-277-0225, 754-9500 Sales: M-F 9-7, Sat. 9-5 Dick Smith Nissan 803-691-5600
6301 Two Notch Road, Sales: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. 9-8 Service: M-F 7:30-6, Sat. 8-1 or 1-800-922-5291
Sales: M-F 8-7 Sat. 9 –4 Service: M-F 7:30-6, Sat. 7:30-5 Buick-Pontiac-GMC-Saab† Dick Dyer & Associates†
Columbia, SC 29223
Service: M-F 8-6 Sat Closed
Wed & Sat. 9-6:30 Sales: M-F 8:30-7:30, Sat. 8:30-6 of Lexington Sales: M-F 9-7 Sat. 9-5
Service: M-F 7:30-6:30 Service: M-F 7:30-6, Sat. 7:30-1 Sumter Hwy.
888-808-8065 www.wilsoncarsales.com Sat. 7:30-2:30 www.hudsonlexus.com www.dickdyermitsubishi.com 5536 Sunset Blvd. 5825 Two Notch Road
Service: MF 7:30-6 Sat 7:30-5
Sales: M-F 9 - 7, Sat. 9 - 6 www.lugoffford.com 783-0110 or
F (803) 957-7760 or www.dickdyersuzuki.com Toll Free
Service: M-F 7:30 - 6, Sat. 8-4 1-800-922-5291
www.audicolumbia.com Dick Smith Infiniti of Dick Smith Mitsubishi (888) 251-2773 Sales: M-F 8:30-8, Sat. 8:30-6 1-800-505-3597
St. Andrews of Greenville Sales: M-Sat. 9-8
Service: M-F 7:30-6, Sat. 7:30-1 Sales: M-F 9-7 Sat. 9-6
Galeana Chrysler-Jeep-Kia† Jim Hudson
3670 Fernandina Road
Service: M-F 7-6, Sat. 7:30-4
180 Greystone Blvd. (803) 750-6500 825 Congaree Road http://www.jimhudson.com/buick-pontiac-gmc-saab/
Buick-Pontiac-GMC-Saab† Bilton Lincoln/Mercury Service: M-F 7:30-6:00 Sat 8:30-4:00
779-7300 or (800) 999-4080 (864) 284-7777 www.dicksmith.comL
Sales: M-F 9-8, Sat. 9-6 Sumter Hwy. 70 W. Wesmark Blvd., Sumter
Sales: M-F 9-7, Sat. 9-6 www.dickdyeronline.com
BMW of Columbia Service: M-F 8-6, Sat. 8-12 783-0110 or Service: M-F 7-6, Sat. 7:30-4 1-800-924-5866 or (800) 393-0101 Jones Nissan
5919 Two Notch Road www.galeanasc.com 1-800-922-5291 www.dicksmith.com Sales: M-F 8-6, Sat. 9-2
Sales: M-F 8:30-8, Sat. 8:30-6 Sales: M-Sat. 9-8 1260 Broad Street, Sumter, SC 29150
Columbia, SC 29223 Service: M-F 8-5
Wilson Chrysler Dodge 5
866-680-2691 Sales Service: M-F 7:30-6, Sat. 7:30-1
www.biltonlm.comJ Service: M-F 7-6, Sat. 7:30-4 1-800-868-0338
803-404-5400 Service Jeep http://www.jimhudson.com/buick-
301 S. Congress Street Dick Smith Lincoln/ www.dickdyermitsubishi.com Sales: M/Thur 8:00-7:00 Fri 8-6
Sales: M-F 9 - 7, Sat. 9 - 6 Winnsboro, SC 29180 pontiac-gmc-saab/ Dick Dyer Toyota†
Galeana Chrysler-Jeep-Kia† Mercury Sat 8-4 Sun closed
Dick Dyer Scion†
Service: M-F 7:30 - 6, Sat. 8 - 4 800-551-1767 or 803-635-5027
Sales: M-F 8-7 Sat. 9 –4 180 Greystone Blvd. of Greenville 240 Killian Commons Parkway
240 Killian Commons Parkway
www.bmwofcolumbia.com Jones Buick GMC
Service: M-F 8-6 Sat Closed 779-7300 825 Congaree Road Service: M-F 8-6 Sat 8:00 1:00 786-4111
www.wilsoncarsales.com 1268 Broad Street Sales: M-F 9-8, Sat. 9-6 (864) 284-7777 or 786-4111
Sumter, SC 29150 Sunday closed Sales: M-F 9-8 Sat. 9-7
1-800-768-9331
Service: M-F 8-6, Sat. 8-12 (800) 393-0101 Sales: M-F 8-9, Sat. 9-7
www.galeanasc.com Sales: M-Sat. 9-8 www.jonesnissan.comL Service: MF 7:30-7 Sat 8:30-5
Sales: M/Thur 8:00-7:00 Fri 8-6 Service: M-F 7:30-7, Sat. 8:30-5 www.dickdyertoyota.com Wray Automotive Group
Jim Hudson Service: M-F 8-6 Sat 8:00 1:00
Service: M-F 7-6, Sat. 7:30-4
Buick-Pontiac-GMC-Saab† Wilson Chrysler Dodge www.dickdyerscion.com
Sunday closed Jeep Dick Smith Nissan of Jim Hudson Toyota† Volkswagen/Mazda†
Sumter Hwy. www.jonespontiacgmc.com Jim Hudson Scion†
783-0110 or 301 S. Congress Street 970 Columbiana Dr., Irmo, SC 29063
Dodgeland of Columbia† Winnsboro, SC 29180 Columbia 970 Columbiana Dr., Irmo, SC 29063 655 Broad River Road
1-800-922-5291 190 Greystone Blvd., Columbia, SC 29210 800-551-1767 or 803-635-5027 803-407-5678
Sales: M-F 8:30-8, Sat. 8:30-6 2 803-407-5678
799-1900 Sales: M-F 8-7 Sat. 9 –4 4030 W. Beltline Blvd.
www.jimhudsonscion.com Sales: MF 9-8, Sat. 9-7 (803) 988-1000
Service: M-F 7:30-6, Sat. 7:30-1 Sales: M-Sat 9-9 Service: M-F 8-6 Sat Closed
http://www.jimhudson.com/buick- www.wilsoncarsales.com (803) 256-6600 or Service: MF 7-7, Sat 9-5 Sales: M-Sat. 8:30-10
Service: M-F 7:30-6, Sat 8:00-1:30 www.dicksmithlincolnmercury.com
pontiac-gmc-saab/ L www.dodgelandofcolumbia.com
Dick Dyer & Associates† (800) 944-8570 www.jimhudsontoyota.com
Honda Of Columbia Service: M-W-F 7:30-6, T-TH 7:30-7
Jones Buick GMC Hwy 378 @ 1-20 5825 Two Notch Road Sales: M-Sat. 9-8 Jim Hudson
1268 Broad Street Wilson Chrysler Dodge Toll Free Sat. 8-2
Jeep Lexington, SC 29072
1-800-505-3597 Service: M-F 7-6, Sat. 7:30-4 Buick-Pontiac-GMC-Saab†
Sumter, SC 29150 301 S. Congress Street Sales: 803-256-0156
Galeana Chrysler-Jeep-Kia† Stivers Subaru Lugoff Toyota Scion
1-800-768-9331 Winnsboro, SC 29180 180 Greystone Blvd. Sales: M-F 9-7, Sat. 9-6
www.dicksmith.com Sumter Hwy. www.wrayautomotive.com
Sales: M/Thur 8:00-7:00 Fri 8-6 Service: 803-799-1080 779-7300 Service: M-F 7:30-6:00 Sat. 8:30-4:00 6001 Two Notch Rd. 878 Hwy 1 South, Lugoff, SC 29078
800-551-1767 or 803-635-5027

STAJI7657-99-1
Service: M-F 8-6 Sat 8:00 1:00 Sales: M-F 8-7 Sat. 9 –4 Sales: M-F 9-7 Sat 9-6 Sales: M-F 9-8, Sat. 9-6 www.dickdyeronline.com 783-0110 or Columbia, SC 29223 803-438-2772
Sunday closed Service: M-F 8-6 Sat Closed Service: M-F 7:30-6 Sat. 8-3 Service: M-F 8-6, Sat. 8-12
www.jonespontiacgmc.com www.wilsoncarsales.com www.hondaofcolumbia.com www.galeanasc.com
† The dealers can be found on
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RICHLAND 1 n School officials want 75 percent
to students to be conversant in a
Total teachers: 147 75.7 percent

The district is in the final phase of 2009 SAT average: 433 verbal, 472 math,
second language by 2020. WORTH NOTING
431 writing
its $381 million “Schools for the 21st n Plans call for advanced studies at
Percentage of students who met the n Melody Johnson, fourth-grade teacher
Century” bond construction program. high schools in agribusiness; public
standard for the high school exit exam: at Lugoff Elementary School, was one of
The 17 construction projects included health and medicine; multimedia
93.8 percent five finalists for the S.C. Teacher of the
four new schools, school renovations art, design and production; global Year. Johnson is a National Board-certified
and upgrades to district athletics initiatives; environment; business;
WORTH NOTING teacher who leads team-building activities on
stadiums and fields. Voters approved architecture; and building design the first day of school to help students work
the bond issue in 2002. and construction. n Batesburg-Leesville High School
together as family.
was runner-up in the AA state band
ABOUT THE DISTRICT championship. n Five Kershaw County schools - Blaney
1616 Richland St., Columbia,
LEXINGTON 2 n Sixth- and seventh-graders at Batesburg- Elementary, Lugoff Elementary, Camden
29201; (803) 231-7000; www. Lexington 2 covers Cayce, Pine Leesville Middle School can enroll in single- High, Lugoff-Elgin High and North Central
richlandone.org Ridge, South Congaree, Springdale, gender classes. High - were honored as Palmetto Gold
West Columbia and nearby areas. and Palmetto Silver schools by the State
Superintendent: Percy Mack n Batesburg-Leesville Elementary School is Department of Education for having high
rated tops in recycling by state officials. levels of academic achievement, obtaining
Total schools: 28 elementary, ABOUT THE DISTRICT
nine middle, seven high; a career high rates of student academic improvement
715 Ninth St., West Columbia,
and technology education center,
an alternative school, a school 29169; (803) 796-4708; www. LEXINGTON 4 and closing achievement gaps.
lex2.org The district serves the Gaston and Swansea GERRY MELENDEZ/GMELENDEZ@THESTATE.COM n Lugoff-Elgin Middle School has earned
serving students with special
areas in southern Lexington County. distinction for the second time as a School
needs, an evening high school, an Superintendent: Venus Holland Students at Gilbert Middle School in Lexington 1 perform a holiday concert.
adult education program, and two to Watch - the first middle school in the
Total schools: One early ABOUT THE DISTRICT state to ever earn that honor. The award
charter schools
childhood center, nine elementary, Total teachers: 1,111 Total teachers: 780 is presented by the National Forum to
Total students: 23,117 four middle, two high and one 607 E. Fifth St., Swansea, 29160; (803) Accelerate Middle-Grades Reform to honor
ANDREW HAWORTH/AHAWORTH@THESTATE.COM
alternative 568-1000; www.lexington4.k12.sc.us 2009 SAT average: 1519 2009 SAT average: 973 schools that are “academically excellent,
Total teachers: 2,115
Students from Thomas Elementary, Hyatt Park Elementary and Taylor Elementary schools in Superintendent: Linda Lavender Percent of students who met the standard Percentage of students who met the developmentally responsive and socially
2009 SAT average: 935 Total students: 8,615
Richland 1 attend a special music program in the Eau Claire High School gym. Total schools: One early childhood for high school exit exam: 88.8 standard for the high school exit exam: equitable.”
Percentage of high school Total teachers: 495
center, one primary, one elementary, one
students who met the standard 2008 SAT average: 1444 for three intermediate, one middle, one freshman high WORTH NOTING
for the exit exam: 67.7 percent specialty programs allows families the Hefner, who retired in June, led Lexington-Richland 5, Lexington tests and one high school n 13 schools are state Palmetto Gold Award
passed both sections on the first opportunity to apply to any school the district for 16 years, guiding 1 and Richland 2 and will run in
Percent of students who met the Total students: 3,471 winners for high achievement
try in the district. More than 4,492 the development of the choice and 2010 from July 6-24.
magnet programs. Katie Brochu, standard for high school exit Total teachers: 237 n State education officials gives all schools
magnet and choice applications were
WORTH NOTING
submitted for the 2010-11 school superintendent of the Whitfield LEXINGTON 1 exam: 75.8 percent
2009 SAT average: 453 reading, 476 math
top marks for customer service
n Richland 1 was nationally year. County school district in Dalton, A fast-growing school system that and 446 writing n Federal officials rate nine schools as Blue
Ga., emerged as the top candidate WORTH NOTING
accredited by the AdvancED serves the Gilbert, Lexington, Oak Ribbon for academic performance.
Accreditation Commission in after an exhaustive search that n Saluda River Academy for Percentage of students who met the
ABOUT THE DISTRICT Grove, Pelion and Red Bank areas.
January 2010. drew nearly 100 applications for the Arts is among five schools standard for the high school exit exam:

n Retired Gen. Charles Bolden


6831 Brookfield Road, Columbia, the position.
ABOUT THE DISTRICT nationally cited for excellence in 66.2 KERSHAW COUNTY
Jr., a graduate of C.A. Johnson
29206; (803) 787-1910; fax (803)
738-7393; www.richland2.org n Richland 2 is nationally
100 Tarrar Springs Road,
arts education.
WORTH NOTING
SCHOOL DISTRICT
High School, was named NASA recognized for its technology n Springdale Elementary, Taylor Kershaw County residents enjoy a rural
Lexington, 29072; (803) 821- n New early childhood education center
administrator by President Superintendent: Katie Brochu innovations, including Elementary and Brookland-Cayce
1000; www.lexington1.net opens this fall. landscape and small school system with a family
Obama. Total schools: 17 elementary, SmartBoards in every classroom High are among schools receiving
Superintendent: Karen feel.
six middle, four high; two child and Parent Portal, which allows state Palmetto Gold and Silver n Sandhills Elementary and Swansea High
n Richland 1 is the home of Woodward The district was home to a finalist for S.C.
development centers, four parents computer access to their awards for excellence. are state Palmetto Silver award recipients for
South Carolina’s only Challenger Teacher of the Year in 2009-10 and a winner of
magnet centers, two alternative children’s academic record on a Total schools: 15 elementary, six performance.
Learning Center for space science the prestigious Milken Educator Award. Lugoff-
daily basis. middle, four high and one career
education. schools, one adult education and
center LEXINGTON 3 Elgin High School math teacher Robert Ondere
n Richland 1 schools earned
technology center n Richland 2 will open its newest
elementary school, Langford Total students: 21,746 The district serves the Batesburg- LEXINGTON-RICHLAND 5 received $25,000 from the Milken Family
17 Palmetto Gold and Silver Total students: 24,884 Foundation.
Elementary, in August. The Leesville area in western Lexington The district is home to suburban schools
awards for 2009 from the S.C. Total teachers: 1,665 The district is also in the midst of
Total teachers: 1,790 school at 474 Langford Road in County as well as a small section of adjoining the northern and eastern shore of Lake
Department of Education for implementing a federal four-year $5.7 million
2008 SAT average: 1005 Blythewood will accommodate 749 2009 SAT average: 507 reading, Saluda County. Murray, straddling two counties to serve Chapin,
student achievement gains and Safe Schools/Healthy Students grant aimed
students. 527 math and 489 writing Dutch Fork and Irmo. Students consistently earn
closing achievement gaps. Percentage of students who met at preventing the rise of gangs by focusing on
Percentage of students who met ABOUT THE DISTRICT top scores on state and national tests.
the standard for the high school n The Tri-District Arts at-risk youth.
the standard for the high school 338 W. Columbia Ave., Batesburg-
RICHLAND 2 exit exam: 80 percent Consortium offers rising sixth-
through ninth-graders an intense
exit exam: 97.2 percent Leesville, 29006; (803) 532-4423; ABOUT THE DISTRICT
ABOUT THE DISTRICT
Richland 2, which serves the WORTH NOTING three-week summer arts program www.lex3.k12.sc.us 1020 Dutch Fork Road, Irmo, 29063; (803)
WORTH NOTING 1301 DuBose Court, Camden, 29202; (803)
mainly suburban neighborhoods in dance, music, creative writing, Superintendent: Chester Floyd 476-8000; www.lex5.k12.sc.us
n For the first time in more than 432-8416; www.kershaw.k12.sc.us
in Northeast Richland, is perhaps theater and the visual arts. The n One initiative focuses not Superintendent: Herbert Berg
three decades, the Richland 2 Total schools: two elementary, one Superintendent: Frank Morgan
best known in the state for its program, at the Palmetto Center only on academic knowledge and
school board looked outside the middle, one high Total schools: 12 elementary, four middle,
school choice and magnet program. for the Arts at Richland Northeast technology skills but on training Total schools: 11 elementary, four middle,
district for its top leadership. Steve three high, one alternative
That system of magnet centers and High School, is a joint effort of students in caring and integrity. Total students: 1,960 three high and one career technical school
Total students: 16,372
Total students: 10,200
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RICHLAND 1 n School officials want 75 percent
to students to be conversant in a
Total teachers: 147 75.7 percent

The district is in the final phase of 2009 SAT average: 433 verbal, 472 math,
second language by 2020. WORTH NOTING
431 writing
its $381 million “Schools for the 21st n Plans call for advanced studies at
Percentage of students who met the n Melody Johnson, fourth-grade teacher
Century” bond construction program. high schools in agribusiness; public
standard for the high school exit exam: at Lugoff Elementary School, was one of
The 17 construction projects included health and medicine; multimedia
93.8 percent five finalists for the S.C. Teacher of the
four new schools, school renovations art, design and production; global Year. Johnson is a National Board-certified
and upgrades to district athletics initiatives; environment; business;
WORTH NOTING teacher who leads team-building activities on
stadiums and fields. Voters approved architecture; and building design the first day of school to help students work
the bond issue in 2002. and construction. n Batesburg-Leesville High School
together as family.
was runner-up in the AA state band
ABOUT THE DISTRICT championship. n Five Kershaw County schools - Blaney
1616 Richland St., Columbia,
LEXINGTON 2 n Sixth- and seventh-graders at Batesburg- Elementary, Lugoff Elementary, Camden
29201; (803) 231-7000; www. Lexington 2 covers Cayce, Pine Leesville Middle School can enroll in single- High, Lugoff-Elgin High and North Central
richlandone.org Ridge, South Congaree, Springdale, gender classes. High - were honored as Palmetto Gold
West Columbia and nearby areas. and Palmetto Silver schools by the State
Superintendent: Percy Mack n Batesburg-Leesville Elementary School is Department of Education for having high
rated tops in recycling by state officials. levels of academic achievement, obtaining
Total schools: 28 elementary, ABOUT THE DISTRICT
nine middle, seven high; a career high rates of student academic improvement
715 Ninth St., West Columbia,
and technology education center,
an alternative school, a school 29169; (803) 796-4708; www. LEXINGTON 4 and closing achievement gaps.
lex2.org The district serves the Gaston and Swansea GERRY MELENDEZ/GMELENDEZ@THESTATE.COM n Lugoff-Elgin Middle School has earned
serving students with special
areas in southern Lexington County. distinction for the second time as a School
needs, an evening high school, an Superintendent: Venus Holland Students at Gilbert Middle School in Lexington 1 perform a holiday concert.
adult education program, and two to Watch - the first middle school in the
Total schools: One early ABOUT THE DISTRICT state to ever earn that honor. The award
charter schools
childhood center, nine elementary, Total teachers: 1,111 Total teachers: 780 is presented by the National Forum to
Total students: 23,117 four middle, two high and one 607 E. Fifth St., Swansea, 29160; (803) Accelerate Middle-Grades Reform to honor
ANDREW HAWORTH/AHAWORTH@THESTATE.COM
alternative 568-1000; www.lexington4.k12.sc.us 2009 SAT average: 1519 2009 SAT average: 973 schools that are “academically excellent,
Total teachers: 2,115
Students from Thomas Elementary, Hyatt Park Elementary and Taylor Elementary schools in Superintendent: Linda Lavender Percent of students who met the standard Percentage of students who met the developmentally responsive and socially
2009 SAT average: 935 Total students: 8,615
Richland 1 attend a special music program in the Eau Claire High School gym. Total schools: One early childhood for high school exit exam: 88.8 standard for the high school exit exam: equitable.”
Percentage of high school Total teachers: 495
center, one primary, one elementary, one
students who met the standard 2008 SAT average: 1444 for three intermediate, one middle, one freshman high WORTH NOTING
for the exit exam: 67.7 percent specialty programs allows families the Hefner, who retired in June, led Lexington-Richland 5, Lexington tests and one high school n 13 schools are state Palmetto Gold Award
passed both sections on the first opportunity to apply to any school the district for 16 years, guiding 1 and Richland 2 and will run in
Percent of students who met the Total students: 3,471 winners for high achievement
try in the district. More than 4,492 the development of the choice and 2010 from July 6-24.
magnet programs. Katie Brochu, standard for high school exit Total teachers: 237 n State education officials gives all schools
magnet and choice applications were
WORTH NOTING
submitted for the 2010-11 school superintendent of the Whitfield LEXINGTON 1 exam: 75.8 percent
2009 SAT average: 453 reading, 476 math
top marks for customer service
n Richland 1 was nationally year. County school district in Dalton, A fast-growing school system that and 446 writing n Federal officials rate nine schools as Blue
Ga., emerged as the top candidate WORTH NOTING
accredited by the AdvancED serves the Gilbert, Lexington, Oak Ribbon for academic performance.
Accreditation Commission in after an exhaustive search that n Saluda River Academy for Percentage of students who met the
ABOUT THE DISTRICT Grove, Pelion and Red Bank areas.
January 2010. drew nearly 100 applications for the Arts is among five schools standard for the high school exit exam:

n Retired Gen. Charles Bolden


6831 Brookfield Road, Columbia, the position.
ABOUT THE DISTRICT nationally cited for excellence in 66.2 KERSHAW COUNTY
Jr., a graduate of C.A. Johnson
29206; (803) 787-1910; fax (803)
738-7393; www.richland2.org n Richland 2 is nationally
100 Tarrar Springs Road,
arts education.
WORTH NOTING
SCHOOL DISTRICT
High School, was named NASA recognized for its technology n Springdale Elementary, Taylor Kershaw County residents enjoy a rural
Lexington, 29072; (803) 821- n New early childhood education center
administrator by President Superintendent: Katie Brochu innovations, including Elementary and Brookland-Cayce
1000; www.lexington1.net opens this fall. landscape and small school system with a family
Obama. Total schools: 17 elementary, SmartBoards in every classroom High are among schools receiving
Superintendent: Karen feel.
six middle, four high; two child and Parent Portal, which allows state Palmetto Gold and Silver n Sandhills Elementary and Swansea High
n Richland 1 is the home of Woodward The district was home to a finalist for S.C.
development centers, four parents computer access to their awards for excellence. are state Palmetto Silver award recipients for
South Carolina’s only Challenger Teacher of the Year in 2009-10 and a winner of
magnet centers, two alternative children’s academic record on a Total schools: 15 elementary, six performance.
Learning Center for space science the prestigious Milken Educator Award. Lugoff-
daily basis. middle, four high and one career
education. schools, one adult education and
center LEXINGTON 3 Elgin High School math teacher Robert Ondere
n Richland 1 schools earned
technology center n Richland 2 will open its newest
elementary school, Langford Total students: 21,746 The district serves the Batesburg- LEXINGTON-RICHLAND 5 received $25,000 from the Milken Family
17 Palmetto Gold and Silver Total students: 24,884 Foundation.
Elementary, in August. The Leesville area in western Lexington The district is home to suburban schools
awards for 2009 from the S.C. Total teachers: 1,665 The district is also in the midst of
Total teachers: 1,790 school at 474 Langford Road in County as well as a small section of adjoining the northern and eastern shore of Lake
Department of Education for implementing a federal four-year $5.7 million
2008 SAT average: 1005 Blythewood will accommodate 749 2009 SAT average: 507 reading, Saluda County. Murray, straddling two counties to serve Chapin,
student achievement gains and Safe Schools/Healthy Students grant aimed
students. 527 math and 489 writing Dutch Fork and Irmo. Students consistently earn
closing achievement gaps. Percentage of students who met at preventing the rise of gangs by focusing on
Percentage of students who met ABOUT THE DISTRICT top scores on state and national tests.
the standard for the high school n The Tri-District Arts at-risk youth.
the standard for the high school 338 W. Columbia Ave., Batesburg-
RICHLAND 2 exit exam: 80 percent Consortium offers rising sixth-
through ninth-graders an intense
exit exam: 97.2 percent Leesville, 29006; (803) 532-4423; ABOUT THE DISTRICT
ABOUT THE DISTRICT
Richland 2, which serves the WORTH NOTING three-week summer arts program www.lex3.k12.sc.us 1020 Dutch Fork Road, Irmo, 29063; (803)
WORTH NOTING 1301 DuBose Court, Camden, 29202; (803)
mainly suburban neighborhoods in dance, music, creative writing, Superintendent: Chester Floyd 476-8000; www.lex5.k12.sc.us
n For the first time in more than 432-8416; www.kershaw.k12.sc.us
in Northeast Richland, is perhaps theater and the visual arts. The n One initiative focuses not Superintendent: Herbert Berg
three decades, the Richland 2 Total schools: two elementary, one Superintendent: Frank Morgan
best known in the state for its program, at the Palmetto Center only on academic knowledge and
school board looked outside the middle, one high Total schools: 12 elementary, four middle,
school choice and magnet program. for the Arts at Richland Northeast technology skills but on training Total schools: 11 elementary, four middle,
district for its top leadership. Steve three high, one alternative
That system of magnet centers and High School, is a joint effort of students in caring and integrity. Total students: 1,960 three high and one career technical school
Total students: 16,372
Total students: 10,200
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private schools } colleges }
Parents of primary- and secondary-age
children have a variety of private-education
options to choose from in the Columbia area.
St. Martin de Porres Catholic School
Grades: 3 years to grade 6; Catholic
2225 Hampton St., Columbia 29204; (803)
254-5477; www.saintmartindeporres.org
Columbia offers a richly layered higher
education landscape focused on providing
training to compete in a job market that
school that offers undergraduate and
graduate degrees as well as certificate
programs. It has a campus in Germany and
houses the Christian radio station WMHK
Fortis College is
Some schools, such as Cardinal Newman
(Catholic) School and Heathwood Hall
Episcopal School, have church affiliations,
although students from other faiths can and
St. Peter’s Catholic School
Grades: K-4 to grade 6; Catholic
1035 Hampton St., Columbia 29201;
(803) 252-8285; www.stpeters-catholic-
covets employees with multiple skills.
Whether your ambition is to learn a new
language, learn how to do your taxes or
participate in the global economy, there’s a
(89.7 FM).
Enrollment: 1,139
Cost: Annual tuition and fees, $16,910
President: William Jones
now open in
do enroll there. Others are independent or
have no religious affiliation.
Tuition varies among schools. Some private
school.org
Sandhills School
Grades: 1-11; for children with learning
differences
1500 Hallbrook Drive, Columbia 29209;
school or satellite campus near your home.

Allen University
Midlands Technical College
316 South Beltline Blvd., Columbia;
1260 Lexington Drive, West Columbia;
Columbia
with over 11 locations nationwide – and
schools have programs that offer scholarships (803) 695-1400; www.sandhillsschool.org 1530 Harden St.; (803) 376-5700; www. 7300 College St., Irmo; Fort Jackson
and other assistance to defray education Sloan School allenuniversity.edu Army Continuing Education Center,
growing – so come in and see what
expenses and meet eligibility requirements. Grades: 7-12; independent Allen is a private, four-year college Imboden Street; 151 Powell Road, Fortis can offer!
171 Starlight Drive, Columbia 29210; founded in 1870 and supported by the Columbia; (803) 738-8324; www.
Among offerings: (803) 772-1677; www.sloanschool.net African Methodist Episcopal Church. Allen midlandstech.edu
Timmerman School focuses on nine areas of study, including Midlands Tech is one of the state’s largest
Grades: K-3 to grade 8; independent liberal arts, business and education. The
RICHLAND COUNTY 2219 Atascadero Drive, Columbia 29206; school has an evening college.
public, two-year technical colleges, with six
campuses in the Midlands. There are more
Ben Lippen Elementary School (803) 782-2748; www.timmermanschool. Enrollment: 837 than 90 areas of study, including nursing,
Grades: K-4 to grade 5; Christian com Cost: Annual tuition and fees, $10,884 computing and basic academics.
7401 Monticello Road, Columbia 29203; V.V. Reid School President: Charles Young Enrollment: 11,890
(803) 807-4300; www.benlippen.com Grades: K-2 to grade 5; Christian
Cost: Annual tuition $3,428 for residents of
Ben Lippen Middle and High School 612 Gabriel St., Columbia 29203; (803)
Richland, Lexington and Fairfield counties;
Grades: 6-12; Christian 735-9570; www.vvreidschool.org Benedict College $4,272 for other S.C. residents; $10,224
7401 Monticello Road, Columbia 29203; 1600 Harden St.; (803) 256-4220, (800) for non S.C. residents
(803) 807-4100; www.benlippen.com LEXINGTON COUNTY 253-5000; www.benedict.edu President: Sonny White
Cardinal Newman School Benedict has the second-largest
Ben Lippen Elementary School
Grades: 7-12; Catholic undergraduate student population
Grades: K-4 to grade 5; Christian University of South Carolina
4701 Forest Drive, Columbia 29206; (803) among private colleges in South
500 St. Andrews Road, Columbia 29210;
782-2814; www.cnhs.org Carolina. The college offers Pendleton and Sumter streets; (803) 777-
(803) 807-4400; www.benlippen.com
Columbia Jewish Day School undergraduate degree programs with 7000; www.sc.edu
Columbia Adventist Academy
Grades: 1 year to grade 5; Jewish classes that meet in the evenings and
Grades: K-4 to grade 10; Seventh-day USC is the state’s largest university
5827 N. Trenholm Road, Columbia 29206; on Saturdays.
Adventist system, and the Columbia campus is
(803) 782-1831; www.cjdssc.com Enrollment: 2,983
Covenant Classical Christian School
241 Riverchase Way, Lexington,
29072; (803) 796-0277; www. Cost: Annual tuition and fees, $16,370
the flagship for the seven other regional
campuses. USC offers more than 350 It’s not too late to make your
Grades: K-5 to grade 12; Christian, college columbiaadventistacademy.com undergraduate and graduate courses of
prep
2801 Stepp Drive, Columbia 29204; (803)
Covenant Christian Academy
President: David Swinton
study. resolution to start a New Career!
Grades: K-4 to grade 12; Christian Enrollment: 28,482 (USC-Columbia)
787-0225; www.covenantcs.org
GERRY MELENDEZ/GMELENDEZ@THESTATE.COM 3222 Platt Springs Road, West Columbia Columbia College Cost: Annual tuition and fees, $9,156
Hammond School
Grades: K-4 to grade 12; college prep Heathwood Hall Episcopal students created a sand mandala of the Haitian
29170; (803) 796-2860
Glenforest School
1301 Columbia College Drive; (803)
786-3871, (800) 277-1301; www.
President: Harris Pastides We Offer:
854 Galway Lane, Columbia 29209; (803)
flag as part of a schoolwide fundraiser for earthquake victims in Haiti. Grades: 1-12; serves children with learning columbiacollegesc.edu
776-0295; www.hammondschool.org University of South Carolina
Harmony School
differences and focusing issues
1041 Harbor Drive, West Columbia 29169;
Founded in 1854, Columbia College is
School of Law
• Dental Assistant • Medical Insurance
Grades: Age 2 to grade 5; Montessori a private, liberal arts, women’s college
(803) 796-7622; www.glenforest.org with co-educational evening and graduate • Medical Assistant Billing & Coding
3737 Covenant Road, Columbia 29204; 3000 S. Beltline Blvd., Columbia 29201; 1313 Means Ave., Columbia 29210; (803) 701 South Main St.; (803) 777-4155; www.
(803) 765-2309; www.heathwood.org 772-3317; www.CEL.edu Grace Christian School programs. The college, which is affiliated law.sc.edu
(803) 787-1899; www.harmonyschoolsc.com
Grades: K-3 to grade 12; Christian with the United Methodist Church, has
Heathwood Hall Episcopal School Montessori College of Early Learning Montessori Early Learning Center and School 416 Denham Ave., West Columbia 29169; a student-to-faculty ratio of 12-1 and The University of South Carolina’s School
Grades: 3-year-old nursery school program Grades: Pre-kindergarten through high of the Arts (803) 794-8996; www.gracelions.com boasts students from 23 U.S. states of Law is the state’s only public law school. We also offer HVACR
to grade 12; Episcopal, college prep school; college prep; operates year-round Grades: 3 year to grade 6; operates year- and 20 nations. Columbia College Students earn a juris doctorate, which
round Heritage Christian Academy makes them eligible to be admitted to the
Grades: K-5 to grade 8; Christian emphasizes leadership development Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning
1101 Balsam Road, Columbia 29210; for women throughout its four-year Bar and practice law.
(803) 772-2262; www.melcsota.com 649 Barr Road, Lexington 29072; (803)
951-3901; www.heritage-christian.com curriculum. The college is also home to Enrollment: 700 & Refrigeration
Montessori School of Columbia The Leadership Institute and The Alliance Cost: Annual tuition $19,034
Grades: 1-6; Montessori Holy Trinity Lutheran School
Grades: K-4 to grade 8; Christian for Women, a public-private partnership Dean: Walter Pratt Jr.
2807 Oceola St., Columbia 29205; (803) with the South Carolina Commission on
783-8838; www.montessoricolumbia.com 2920 Pella Ave., West Columbia 29170;
Women.
(803) 791-9039 University of South Carolina
Montessori School of Columbia Enrollment: 1,444
Preschool: ages 3 to 5; Montessori Cost: Annual tuition and fees, $23,480 School of Medicine Fortis College
1000 Greenlawn Drive, Columbia 29209; KERSHAW COUNTY President: Caroline Whitson 6439 Garners Ferry Road; (803) 733-3325;
(803) 783-8838; www.montessoricolumbia.
Camden Military Academy www.med.sc.edu
246 Stoneridge Drive, Suite 101
com
Grades: 7-12; male military boarding
St.æ John Neumann Catholic School school Columbia International University The school trains physicians and has
become a leader in primary care medical
Columbia, SC 29210
Grades: 4 years to grade 6; Catholic 520 U.S. 1 North, Camden 29020; (800) 7435 Monticello Road; (803) 754-4100, education and research. It also offers 888-335-6103
721 Polo Road, Columbia 29223; (803) 948-6291; www.camdenmilitary.com

STAJH4440-47-1
(800) 777-2227; www.ciu.edu a doctorate in biomedical science and
788-1367; www.sjncatholic.com
Montessori School of Camden The university comprises Columbia Bible master’s degrees in genetic counseling, www.fortiscollege.edu
St. Joseph Catholic School Ages: 18 months to grade 6; Montessori biomedical science and rehabilitation
Grades: K-4 to grade 6; Catholic College, the CIU graduate school and
Two Montessori Way, Camden 29020; Columbia Biblical Seminary and School of counseling.
3700 Devine St., Columbia 29205; (803) (803) 432-6828; www.montessori-camden.
254-6736; www.stjosdevine.com Missions. Enrollment: 306
com Columbia International University is a Cost: Annual tuition, $24,776
private, multidenominational Christian Dean: Dr. Richard Hoppmann
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private schools } colleges }
Parents of primary- and secondary-age
children have a variety of private-education
options to choose from in the Columbia area.
St. Martin de Porres Catholic School
Grades: 3 years to grade 6; Catholic
2225 Hampton St., Columbia 29204; (803)
254-5477; www.saintmartindeporres.org
Columbia offers a richly layered higher
education landscape focused on providing
training to compete in a job market that
school that offers undergraduate and
graduate degrees as well as certificate
programs. It has a campus in Germany and
houses the Christian radio station WMHK
Fortis College is
Some schools, such as Cardinal Newman
(Catholic) School and Heathwood Hall
Episcopal School, have church affiliations,
although students from other faiths can and
St. Peter’s Catholic School
Grades: K-4 to grade 6; Catholic
1035 Hampton St., Columbia 29201;
(803) 252-8285; www.stpeters-catholic-
covets employees with multiple skills.
Whether your ambition is to learn a new
language, learn how to do your taxes or
participate in the global economy, there’s a
(89.7 FM).
Enrollment: 1,139
Cost: Annual tuition and fees, $16,910
President: William Jones
now open in
do enroll there. Others are independent or
have no religious affiliation.
Tuition varies among schools. Some private
school.org
Sandhills School
Grades: 1-11; for children with learning
differences
1500 Hallbrook Drive, Columbia 29209;
school or satellite campus near your home.

Allen University
Midlands Technical College
316 South Beltline Blvd., Columbia;
1260 Lexington Drive, West Columbia;
Columbia
with over 11 locations nationwide – and
schools have programs that offer scholarships (803) 695-1400; www.sandhillsschool.org 1530 Harden St.; (803) 376-5700; www. 7300 College St., Irmo; Fort Jackson
and other assistance to defray education Sloan School allenuniversity.edu Army Continuing Education Center,
growing – so come in and see what
expenses and meet eligibility requirements. Grades: 7-12; independent Allen is a private, four-year college Imboden Street; 151 Powell Road, Fortis can offer!
171 Starlight Drive, Columbia 29210; founded in 1870 and supported by the Columbia; (803) 738-8324; www.
Among offerings: (803) 772-1677; www.sloanschool.net African Methodist Episcopal Church. Allen midlandstech.edu
Timmerman School focuses on nine areas of study, including Midlands Tech is one of the state’s largest
Grades: K-3 to grade 8; independent liberal arts, business and education. The
RICHLAND COUNTY 2219 Atascadero Drive, Columbia 29206; school has an evening college.
public, two-year technical colleges, with six
campuses in the Midlands. There are more
Ben Lippen Elementary School (803) 782-2748; www.timmermanschool. Enrollment: 837 than 90 areas of study, including nursing,
Grades: K-4 to grade 5; Christian com Cost: Annual tuition and fees, $10,884 computing and basic academics.
7401 Monticello Road, Columbia 29203; V.V. Reid School President: Charles Young Enrollment: 11,890
(803) 807-4300; www.benlippen.com Grades: K-2 to grade 5; Christian
Cost: Annual tuition $3,428 for residents of
Ben Lippen Middle and High School 612 Gabriel St., Columbia 29203; (803)
Richland, Lexington and Fairfield counties;
Grades: 6-12; Christian 735-9570; www.vvreidschool.org Benedict College $4,272 for other S.C. residents; $10,224
7401 Monticello Road, Columbia 29203; 1600 Harden St.; (803) 256-4220, (800) for non S.C. residents
(803) 807-4100; www.benlippen.com LEXINGTON COUNTY 253-5000; www.benedict.edu President: Sonny White
Cardinal Newman School Benedict has the second-largest
Ben Lippen Elementary School
Grades: 7-12; Catholic undergraduate student population
Grades: K-4 to grade 5; Christian University of South Carolina
4701 Forest Drive, Columbia 29206; (803) among private colleges in South
500 St. Andrews Road, Columbia 29210;
782-2814; www.cnhs.org Carolina. The college offers Pendleton and Sumter streets; (803) 777-
(803) 807-4400; www.benlippen.com
Columbia Jewish Day School undergraduate degree programs with 7000; www.sc.edu
Columbia Adventist Academy
Grades: 1 year to grade 5; Jewish classes that meet in the evenings and
Grades: K-4 to grade 10; Seventh-day USC is the state’s largest university
5827 N. Trenholm Road, Columbia 29206; on Saturdays.
Adventist system, and the Columbia campus is
(803) 782-1831; www.cjdssc.com Enrollment: 2,983
Covenant Classical Christian School
241 Riverchase Way, Lexington,
29072; (803) 796-0277; www. Cost: Annual tuition and fees, $16,370
the flagship for the seven other regional
campuses. USC offers more than 350 It’s not too late to make your
Grades: K-5 to grade 12; Christian, college columbiaadventistacademy.com undergraduate and graduate courses of
prep
2801 Stepp Drive, Columbia 29204; (803)
Covenant Christian Academy
President: David Swinton
study. resolution to start a New Career!
Grades: K-4 to grade 12; Christian Enrollment: 28,482 (USC-Columbia)
787-0225; www.covenantcs.org
GERRY MELENDEZ/GMELENDEZ@THESTATE.COM 3222 Platt Springs Road, West Columbia Columbia College Cost: Annual tuition and fees, $9,156
Hammond School
Grades: K-4 to grade 12; college prep Heathwood Hall Episcopal students created a sand mandala of the Haitian
29170; (803) 796-2860
Glenforest School
1301 Columbia College Drive; (803)
786-3871, (800) 277-1301; www.
President: Harris Pastides We Offer:
854 Galway Lane, Columbia 29209; (803)
flag as part of a schoolwide fundraiser for earthquake victims in Haiti. Grades: 1-12; serves children with learning columbiacollegesc.edu
776-0295; www.hammondschool.org University of South Carolina
Harmony School
differences and focusing issues
1041 Harbor Drive, West Columbia 29169;
Founded in 1854, Columbia College is
School of Law
• Dental Assistant • Medical Insurance
Grades: Age 2 to grade 5; Montessori a private, liberal arts, women’s college
(803) 796-7622; www.glenforest.org with co-educational evening and graduate • Medical Assistant Billing & Coding
3737 Covenant Road, Columbia 29204; 3000 S. Beltline Blvd., Columbia 29201; 1313 Means Ave., Columbia 29210; (803) 701 South Main St.; (803) 777-4155; www.
(803) 765-2309; www.heathwood.org 772-3317; www.CEL.edu Grace Christian School programs. The college, which is affiliated law.sc.edu
(803) 787-1899; www.harmonyschoolsc.com
Grades: K-3 to grade 12; Christian with the United Methodist Church, has
Heathwood Hall Episcopal School Montessori College of Early Learning Montessori Early Learning Center and School 416 Denham Ave., West Columbia 29169; a student-to-faculty ratio of 12-1 and The University of South Carolina’s School
Grades: 3-year-old nursery school program Grades: Pre-kindergarten through high of the Arts (803) 794-8996; www.gracelions.com boasts students from 23 U.S. states of Law is the state’s only public law school. We also offer HVACR
to grade 12; Episcopal, college prep school; college prep; operates year-round Grades: 3 year to grade 6; operates year- and 20 nations. Columbia College Students earn a juris doctorate, which
round Heritage Christian Academy makes them eligible to be admitted to the
Grades: K-5 to grade 8; Christian emphasizes leadership development Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning
1101 Balsam Road, Columbia 29210; for women throughout its four-year Bar and practice law.
(803) 772-2262; www.melcsota.com 649 Barr Road, Lexington 29072; (803)
951-3901; www.heritage-christian.com curriculum. The college is also home to Enrollment: 700 & Refrigeration
Montessori School of Columbia The Leadership Institute and The Alliance Cost: Annual tuition $19,034
Grades: 1-6; Montessori Holy Trinity Lutheran School
Grades: K-4 to grade 8; Christian for Women, a public-private partnership Dean: Walter Pratt Jr.
2807 Oceola St., Columbia 29205; (803) with the South Carolina Commission on
783-8838; www.montessoricolumbia.com 2920 Pella Ave., West Columbia 29170;
Women.
(803) 791-9039 University of South Carolina
Montessori School of Columbia Enrollment: 1,444
Preschool: ages 3 to 5; Montessori Cost: Annual tuition and fees, $23,480 School of Medicine Fortis College
1000 Greenlawn Drive, Columbia 29209; KERSHAW COUNTY President: Caroline Whitson 6439 Garners Ferry Road; (803) 733-3325;
(803) 783-8838; www.montessoricolumbia.
Camden Military Academy www.med.sc.edu
246 Stoneridge Drive, Suite 101
com
Grades: 7-12; male military boarding
St.æ John Neumann Catholic School school Columbia International University The school trains physicians and has
become a leader in primary care medical
Columbia, SC 29210
Grades: 4 years to grade 6; Catholic 520 U.S. 1 North, Camden 29020; (800) 7435 Monticello Road; (803) 754-4100, education and research. It also offers 888-335-6103
721 Polo Road, Columbia 29223; (803) 948-6291; www.camdenmilitary.com

STAJH4440-47-1
(800) 777-2227; www.ciu.edu a doctorate in biomedical science and
788-1367; www.sjncatholic.com
Montessori School of Camden The university comprises Columbia Bible master’s degrees in genetic counseling, www.fortiscollege.edu
St. Joseph Catholic School Ages: 18 months to grade 6; Montessori biomedical science and rehabilitation
Grades: K-4 to grade 6; Catholic College, the CIU graduate school and
Two Montessori Way, Camden 29020; Columbia Biblical Seminary and School of counseling.
3700 Devine St., Columbia 29205; (803) (803) 432-6828; www.montessori-camden.
254-6736; www.stjosdevine.com Missions. Enrollment: 306
com Columbia International University is a Cost: Annual tuition, $24,776
private, multidenominational Christian Dean: Dr. Richard Hoppmann
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on the town } { on the town

CULTURAL SCENE HASVIBRANCY BUILDING THE


ON THE STAGE
Several surrounding municipalities have their
own community theaters; here are some of the
BEST BURGER
larger facilities in the Columbia area:
The flagship is Town Theatre, which has
Sometimes you just crave a burger. What used to be found at
been in business for 80 years, making it the just fast-food joints and bars, burgers have now become gourmet.
oldest continuously operating community
theater in the United States. It offers a bit So where can you find the low-end and high-end of burgers in
of everything, especially detailed stages.
1012 Sumter St. (803) 799-2510 or www. Columbia? Here’s some suggestions:
towntheatre.com
Workshop Theatre, started in the early
1970s, began as a theater for young directors
FIVE POINTS patties. Or go for the bacon cheeseburger,
a sloppy mess of pure beef heaven. Add
but has since become known for its musicals. Pawleys Front Porch: The building has grilled onions and it becomes an even
1136 Bull St. (803) 799-6551 or www. gone through several incarnations, but it sloppier mess of pure beef heaven. The free
workshoptheatre.com looks like this fancy burger joint is here to toppings include relish, sauteed mushrooms,
Trustus, in an old warehouse in the Vista, stay. They smoke their own bacon, grind jalapeno peppers, and A-1 sauce. But don’t
is a professional theater that offers cutting- their own meat and make their own pickles. forget the fries, which spill out of the bag in
edge work as well as late-night shows. It has All burgers are named after South Carolina crispy abundance. 285 Columbiana Drive
an additional performance space for small, towns, including the simple Edisto Burger, in Harbison; downtown at 931 Senate St.;
intimate shows. 520 Lady St. (803) 254- with caramelized onions and goat cheese,
RICH GLICKSTEIN/RGLICKSTEIN@THESTATE.COM Village at Sandhill near the movie theater; KIM KIM FOSTER-TOBIN/KKFOSTER@THESTATE.COM
9732 or www.trustus.org to the loaded Beaufort Burger, with Franks
Performers rehearse ‘The Sound of Music’ at Village Square Theatre in Lexington. corner of Forest Drive and Trenholm Road Kyle Taylor is a chef at Pawleys Front Porch, a Five Points restaurant known
USC’s Theatre South Carolina brings Red Hot onion rings, fried egg, apple cured
in experienced graduate students, guest for its burgers.
ham and cheddar cheese. This spring,
actors and directors from regional theaters the restaurant was featured on the Food ST. ANDREWS
nationwide. Longstreet, Greene Street at the European art collection, most from the Re-
naissance and Baroque periods. The museum
MUSIC Hall, 813 Assembly St. (803) 777-4280; or
www.music.sc.edu/
Networks “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.” Fuddruckers: Yes, this place is still around,
foot of Sumter Street; Drayton Hall, College
also hosts exhibitions from other institutions. Colleges and universities, churches and 827 Harden Street nearly 20 years after coming to Columbia.
Street between Sumter and Greene. (803)
777-2551 or www.cas.sc.edu/thea/
Koger Center for the Arts hosts a touring
Hampton and Main streets. (803) 799-2810
or www.columbiamuseum.org
other community bands and orchestras offer
performances, too. Here, a sampling of the
DANCE Mr. Friendly’s New Southern Cafe: If
Has its burger stood the test of time? Of
course. And how can you not like a place
Girls That Love the Lake,
musical theater season and a variety of
concerts. 1051 Greene St. (803) 777-7500
McKissick Museum at USC focuses on
folk arts. USC Horseshoe, off Sumter Street
larger, established groups:
Columbia City Ballet has created several of
its own works that blend theater with dance.
you’re looking for an upscale burger, try
this longtime favorite of the professor
that serves one-pound burgers? Unlike most
burger joints, Fuddruckers allows you to add
Love Julia Neal’s!
between Pendleton and Greene streets. South Carolina Philharmonic’s music di- (803) 799-7605 or www.columbiacity and business crowd. The French Quarter
or koger.sc.edu/ your own toppings, so you can control how
(803) 777-7251 rector, Morihiko Nakahara, enters his third ballet.com Burger is a blackened half-pound burger much onion, lettuce, mustard and ketchup
season with The Phil. The orchestra plays at
VISUAL ART State Museum emphasizes S.C. artists. 301
the Koger Center. (803) 254-7445
Columbia Classical Ballet generally
presents tried-and-true works by the world’s
with roasted red pepper-blue “pimento”
cheese. There’s a lunch special burger, and
you get. 1801 Bush River Road
Julia Neal Designs
Gervais St. (803) 898-4921 or www.museum.
Several Columbia area colleges and universities USC Symphony provides a continuing flow great choreographers. (803) 252-9112 the kitchen is creative with choices ranging
have their own galleries, with exhibits open to
state.sc.us
Fine Arts Museum of Kershaw County of concerts, from contemporary and experi- USC Department of Theatre and Dance from balsamic roasted portobello mushroom NORTHEAST 803.345.3320

STAJH6966-55-0
the public. Here are four of the larger museums mental to organ recitals. www.music.sc.edu/ to a Lowcountry burger with jack cheese, 910 Chapin Road, Suite A
hosts a wealth of art mediums: jazz, blues, has been expanding its offerings, and for the Red Robin Gourmet Burgers: This is the
in the Columbia area showing art: ea/orchestra Tuesday & Wednesday
exhibits, theater and dance. 810 Lyttle- past three years has brought in members of fried green tomatoes, applewood bacon slaw, place for a night out with the kids. The place is 11:00 - 5:00
Columbia Museum of Art is one of only ton St., Camden. (803) 425-7676; www. USC School of Music offers a range of the New York City Ballet for a performance. lettuce, tomato, shaved onion. 2001 Greene high on energy, and the burgers are piled high Thursday, Friday & Saturday
two museums in the state with a significant fineartscenter.org mostly free concerts, often held at the Recital (803) 777-5636 or www.cas.sc.edu/thea/ St., (803) 254-7828 11:00 - 6:00
with flavor. You can get almost anything you
www.julianealestatejewelry.com
want on a burger, including poblano peppers,
ROSEWOOD guacamole, sauteed onions, tortilla strips,
lettuce, pepper-jack cheese and ancho mayo -all
Rockaway Athletic Club: This longtime on one burger! Even higher is the Towering
watering hole is known for its burgers, Onion Rings, where 13 onion rings come
especially its Rockaway burger, which oozes stacked tall on a wire. Village at Sandhill, in a
with homemade, finger-licking pimento free-standing building along Clemson Road
cheese. Throw in an order of onion rings and
your arteries won’t, but your stomach will,
thank you. 2719 Rosewood Drive WEST COLUMBIA
What-A-Burger: This Lexington County
AROUND TOWN institution, which opened in 1953, still
serves simple burgers for simple prices in a
Five Guys Burgers and Fries: For a chain simple setting. Go back to the time before
restaurant, these fellas get it right. Choose a burgers became works of art. 804 Meeting
little burger, which is a quarter-pound patty, St., West Columbia
or a regular burger, which comes with two — Janet Kahler STAJH4441-47-0

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on the town } { on the town

CULTURAL SCENE HASVIBRANCY BUILDING THE


ON THE STAGE
Several surrounding municipalities have their
own community theaters; here are some of the
BEST BURGER
larger facilities in the Columbia area:
The flagship is Town Theatre, which has
Sometimes you just crave a burger. What used to be found at
been in business for 80 years, making it the just fast-food joints and bars, burgers have now become gourmet.
oldest continuously operating community
theater in the United States. It offers a bit So where can you find the low-end and high-end of burgers in
of everything, especially detailed stages.
1012 Sumter St. (803) 799-2510 or www. Columbia? Here’s some suggestions:
towntheatre.com
Workshop Theatre, started in the early
1970s, began as a theater for young directors
FIVE POINTS patties. Or go for the bacon cheeseburger,
a sloppy mess of pure beef heaven. Add
but has since become known for its musicals. Pawleys Front Porch: The building has grilled onions and it becomes an even
1136 Bull St. (803) 799-6551 or www. gone through several incarnations, but it sloppier mess of pure beef heaven. The free
workshoptheatre.com looks like this fancy burger joint is here to toppings include relish, sauteed mushrooms,
Trustus, in an old warehouse in the Vista, stay. They smoke their own bacon, grind jalapeno peppers, and A-1 sauce. But don’t
is a professional theater that offers cutting- their own meat and make their own pickles. forget the fries, which spill out of the bag in
edge work as well as late-night shows. It has All burgers are named after South Carolina crispy abundance. 285 Columbiana Drive
an additional performance space for small, towns, including the simple Edisto Burger, in Harbison; downtown at 931 Senate St.;
intimate shows. 520 Lady St. (803) 254- with caramelized onions and goat cheese,
RICH GLICKSTEIN/RGLICKSTEIN@THESTATE.COM Village at Sandhill near the movie theater; KIM KIM FOSTER-TOBIN/KKFOSTER@THESTATE.COM
9732 or www.trustus.org to the loaded Beaufort Burger, with Franks
Performers rehearse ‘The Sound of Music’ at Village Square Theatre in Lexington. corner of Forest Drive and Trenholm Road Kyle Taylor is a chef at Pawleys Front Porch, a Five Points restaurant known
USC’s Theatre South Carolina brings Red Hot onion rings, fried egg, apple cured
in experienced graduate students, guest for its burgers.
ham and cheddar cheese. This spring,
actors and directors from regional theaters the restaurant was featured on the Food ST. ANDREWS
nationwide. Longstreet, Greene Street at the European art collection, most from the Re-
naissance and Baroque periods. The museum
MUSIC Hall, 813 Assembly St. (803) 777-4280; or
www.music.sc.edu/
Networks “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.” Fuddruckers: Yes, this place is still around,
foot of Sumter Street; Drayton Hall, College
also hosts exhibitions from other institutions. Colleges and universities, churches and 827 Harden Street nearly 20 years after coming to Columbia.
Street between Sumter and Greene. (803)
777-2551 or www.cas.sc.edu/thea/
Koger Center for the Arts hosts a touring
Hampton and Main streets. (803) 799-2810
or www.columbiamuseum.org
other community bands and orchestras offer
performances, too. Here, a sampling of the
DANCE Mr. Friendly’s New Southern Cafe: If
Has its burger stood the test of time? Of
course. And how can you not like a place
Girls That Love the Lake,
musical theater season and a variety of
concerts. 1051 Greene St. (803) 777-7500
McKissick Museum at USC focuses on
folk arts. USC Horseshoe, off Sumter Street
larger, established groups:
Columbia City Ballet has created several of
its own works that blend theater with dance.
you’re looking for an upscale burger, try
this longtime favorite of the professor
that serves one-pound burgers? Unlike most
burger joints, Fuddruckers allows you to add
Love Julia Neal’s!
between Pendleton and Greene streets. South Carolina Philharmonic’s music di- (803) 799-7605 or www.columbiacity and business crowd. The French Quarter
or koger.sc.edu/ your own toppings, so you can control how
(803) 777-7251 rector, Morihiko Nakahara, enters his third ballet.com Burger is a blackened half-pound burger much onion, lettuce, mustard and ketchup
season with The Phil. The orchestra plays at
VISUAL ART State Museum emphasizes S.C. artists. 301
the Koger Center. (803) 254-7445
Columbia Classical Ballet generally
presents tried-and-true works by the world’s
with roasted red pepper-blue “pimento”
cheese. There’s a lunch special burger, and
you get. 1801 Bush River Road
Julia Neal Designs
Gervais St. (803) 898-4921 or www.museum.
Several Columbia area colleges and universities USC Symphony provides a continuing flow great choreographers. (803) 252-9112 the kitchen is creative with choices ranging
have their own galleries, with exhibits open to
state.sc.us
Fine Arts Museum of Kershaw County of concerts, from contemporary and experi- USC Department of Theatre and Dance from balsamic roasted portobello mushroom NORTHEAST 803.345.3320

STAJH6966-55-0
the public. Here are four of the larger museums mental to organ recitals. www.music.sc.edu/ to a Lowcountry burger with jack cheese, 910 Chapin Road, Suite A
hosts a wealth of art mediums: jazz, blues, has been expanding its offerings, and for the Red Robin Gourmet Burgers: This is the
in the Columbia area showing art: ea/orchestra Tuesday & Wednesday
exhibits, theater and dance. 810 Lyttle- past three years has brought in members of fried green tomatoes, applewood bacon slaw, place for a night out with the kids. The place is 11:00 - 5:00
Columbia Museum of Art is one of only ton St., Camden. (803) 425-7676; www. USC School of Music offers a range of the New York City Ballet for a performance. lettuce, tomato, shaved onion. 2001 Greene high on energy, and the burgers are piled high Thursday, Friday & Saturday
two museums in the state with a significant fineartscenter.org mostly free concerts, often held at the Recital (803) 777-5636 or www.cas.sc.edu/thea/ St., (803) 254-7828 11:00 - 6:00
with flavor. You can get almost anything you
www.julianealestatejewelry.com
want on a burger, including poblano peppers,
ROSEWOOD guacamole, sauteed onions, tortilla strips,
lettuce, pepper-jack cheese and ancho mayo -all
Rockaway Athletic Club: This longtime on one burger! Even higher is the Towering
watering hole is known for its burgers, Onion Rings, where 13 onion rings come
especially its Rockaway burger, which oozes stacked tall on a wire. Village at Sandhill, in a
with homemade, finger-licking pimento free-standing building along Clemson Road
cheese. Throw in an order of onion rings and
your arteries won’t, but your stomach will,
thank you. 2719 Rosewood Drive WEST COLUMBIA
What-A-Burger: This Lexington County
AROUND TOWN institution, which opened in 1953, still
serves simple burgers for simple prices in a
Five Guys Burgers and Fries: For a chain simple setting. Go back to the time before
restaurant, these fellas get it right. Choose a burgers became works of art. 804 Meeting
little burger, which is a quarter-pound patty, St., West Columbia
or a regular burger, which comes with two — Janet Kahler STAJH4441-47-0

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on the town } { shopping

COLUMBIA HAS A MIGHTY MUSIC SCENE SHOPPING INTHE MIDLANDS


On the backside of a two-year retailers and locally owned shops. The main
If you’re out on the town and stripped-down rock to folk. 1530 Bill’s Music Shop & Pickin’ for eclectic bands. 1211 Park St., shopping district runs along Forest Drive
recession, consumers are starting again between the newly renovated Trenholm
D Main St., (803) 661-8199 Parlor: The bluegrass shop and (803) 929-0198
the night is still young, check old-timey venue, which also sells to open their wallets. While some Plaza and Richland Mall. Trenholm Plaza
701 Center for Contemporary Mac’s on Main: With jazzy jams
out the local music scene. Art: The art space frequently instruments and offers lessons, and stomachs crammed full of pie, retailers didn’t survive the downturn features the gourmet grocery store The Fresh
We’ve put together a few becomes a venue for music. The is quaint and spirited. Sitting in Mac’s puts a twinkle in every eye. Market and locally owned B.E.E. Maternal
a chair sipping a soda here is like
and others are still just hanging on, and Bumble Boutique.
music is challenging, invigorating 1710 Main St., (803) 929-0037
locales to get you started. For rolling through the mountains in many retailers are starting to report On the other end of Forest Drive, expect
and not something you’d hear on The Whig: If you’re looking for a
the latest on performances a buggy. 710 Meeting St., West big changes at the newly purchased Richland
the radio. And that’s what makes place with edge, here it is - with a an increase in sales.
it so great. 701 Whaley St. (803) Columbia, (803) 796-6477 Mall as owners attempt to recruit a range of
and these and other clubs, rock jukebox providing a cherry on The area offers a mix of national retailers to the nearly empty venue.
779-4571 New Brookland Tavern: Screamo, top. The bands that play this un-
read The State’s Friday hard-core, metal, indie rock and retailers and local boutiques. All along the Forest Drive stretch, look for
Unitarian Universalist Coffee- derground spot are eccentric and, locally owned favorites, such as Be Beep toy
Weekend section or log on at house: The UU Coffeehouse hosts other sub-genres of rock swelter for some, an acquired taste. 1200 Here, seven categories - and a small shop and Casual Living furniture store.
thestate.com/entertainment. a concert series that features an here, as well as hip-hop. The club Main St., (803) 931-8852
has shifted toward a younger
sampling of where you can find it all:
array of folk music styles. You can’t The Venue: Camden isn’t a town
Blue Martini: The martini bar drink here, but you can listen to demographic, but come on, you’re
where you’d expect to hear high- NORTHEAST RICHLAND
features jazz fusion and other jazz music in a room with people who never too old to enjoy (sometimes)
quality music, but here’s a secret: FIVE POINTS This area is emerging as the hottest shop-
jams Friday and Saturday nights. are actually there to just listen to FILE PHOTOGRAPH/THE STATE good music. 122 State St., West
The Venue’s acoustic and rock A funky urban village, Five Points is the ping district in the Midlands. Growth at
music. Yes, it’s an anomaly. 2701 Columbia, (803) 791-4413
And the leather couches make you Columbia has a vibrant lineup is really enticing. Since spot for unique clothing and gifts. Try Sid the outdoor mall Village at Sandhill has
feel like it’s cool to wear all-leather Heyward St., (888) 849-4224, nightlife scene, particularly Art Bar: Head to Art Bar to listen you’re not going to drive after a few and Nancy’s and Revente for savings on slowed during the economic downturn, but
outfits again. 808 Lady St., (803) ext. 4 in Five Points and the Vista. to the disc jockey, dance, dance, drinks, why not spend the night consigned clothes and Bohemian and Loose it has attracted retailers such as Ulta cos-
256-2442 Hunter-Gatherer: The pub, which dance and go crazy. Friday nights and tour Camden the next day? Lucy’s for new clothes. The Gourmet Shop metics, Jos. A. Banks and Kirkland Home.
The White Mule: The bar and brews its own beer, features Skipp are for gays, straights, punks and 1020 Broad St., Camden, (803) is a great stop for lunch and gifts. Scout rare It has the Midlands only Super Bi-Lo and
listening room is a fine addition Pearson’s jazz workshops Thursday shows, some of the best bands preps to convene on the dance 713-8333 music finds on vinyl or CD at Papa Jazz. a variety of clothing and gift stores, such
to Main Street. And the food is nights and rock on Friday nights. booked here. 900 Main St., (803) floor, giving Columbia a touch of as Aeropostale, La Bag Lady and Yankee
good, too. The music ranges from There are also avant-garde jazz 748-0540 big-city life. Saturday nights are — Otis R. Taylor Jr. Candle Co.
THE VISTA/MAIN STREET Around the corner on Two Notch Road are
Main Street is working toward a comeback. a variety of big-box retailers, such as Target
Among the wig shops and urban clothing and Walmart, and locally owned shops such
stores, look for gift stores, such as Uptown as Summit Cycles and Swanky Boutique, a
on Main, and longtime jeweler Sylvan’s. Next women’s clothing store.
year will bring a Mast General Store. But
don’t forget old favorites, such as Moe Levy’s
for outdoor outfitting and Granger Owings
LEXINGTON COUNTY
for menswear. The U.S. 378 corridor has grown rapidly
The Vista is the spot for restaurants and in recent years, attracting big-box stores and
bars mixed with a variety of retailers. Find smaller retailers as well. You’ll find the area’s
specialty foods and gifts at Cloud Nine only La-Z-Boy store there, Kitty’s Hallmark
Market and furniture and imported rugs at and a Sears Hometown store for appliances
Whit-Ash. and lawn and garden items.
Also, check out Exotica for ladies apparel,
Barnes Jewelers, 14 Carrot health food store
HARBISON BOULEVARD and Marty Rae’s furniture.
One of the area’s major shopping districts,
Harbison Boulevard is often the place na-
tional retailers choose to enter the Midlands.
DEVINE STREET
You’ll find the standard Old Navy, Kohl’s The Devine Street area in Shandon should
and Barnes and Noble. And it’s bookended be your destination for boutique clothing
by home needs -from building to furnish- and specialty home furnishings.
ing - with Lowe’s and Home Depot on one Try Bohemian Design Store for funky fur-
end and Ashley Furniture and Ethan Allen niture; Rogers Brothers Fabrics for luscious
on the other. upholstery fabric; Pink Sorbet/Lilly Pulitzer
Find upscale retailers inside Columbiana Via Shop for that special spring dress to
Centre, such as White House/Black Market wear to the horse races; and Weathers of
and Williams-Sonoma. Columbia for a tailored suit.
The corridor also has a knitting store
(In the Loop), health food grocery (Earth
FOREST ACRES Fare), gift shops (Non(e)such) and jewel-
Forest Acres is a small town within a ers (Handpicked and Unforgettable Fine
city and offers a mix of national specialty Jewelry).

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on the town } { shopping

COLUMBIA HAS A MIGHTY MUSIC SCENE SHOPPING INTHE MIDLANDS


On the backside of a two-year retailers and locally owned shops. The main
If you’re out on the town and stripped-down rock to folk. 1530 Bill’s Music Shop & Pickin’ for eclectic bands. 1211 Park St., shopping district runs along Forest Drive
recession, consumers are starting again between the newly renovated Trenholm
D Main St., (803) 661-8199 Parlor: The bluegrass shop and (803) 929-0198
the night is still young, check old-timey venue, which also sells to open their wallets. While some Plaza and Richland Mall. Trenholm Plaza
701 Center for Contemporary Mac’s on Main: With jazzy jams
out the local music scene. Art: The art space frequently instruments and offers lessons, and stomachs crammed full of pie, retailers didn’t survive the downturn features the gourmet grocery store The Fresh
We’ve put together a few becomes a venue for music. The is quaint and spirited. Sitting in Mac’s puts a twinkle in every eye. Market and locally owned B.E.E. Maternal
a chair sipping a soda here is like
and others are still just hanging on, and Bumble Boutique.
music is challenging, invigorating 1710 Main St., (803) 929-0037
locales to get you started. For rolling through the mountains in many retailers are starting to report On the other end of Forest Drive, expect
and not something you’d hear on The Whig: If you’re looking for a
the latest on performances a buggy. 710 Meeting St., West big changes at the newly purchased Richland
the radio. And that’s what makes place with edge, here it is - with a an increase in sales.
it so great. 701 Whaley St. (803) Columbia, (803) 796-6477 Mall as owners attempt to recruit a range of
and these and other clubs, rock jukebox providing a cherry on The area offers a mix of national retailers to the nearly empty venue.
779-4571 New Brookland Tavern: Screamo, top. The bands that play this un-
read The State’s Friday hard-core, metal, indie rock and retailers and local boutiques. All along the Forest Drive stretch, look for
Unitarian Universalist Coffee- derground spot are eccentric and, locally owned favorites, such as Be Beep toy
Weekend section or log on at house: The UU Coffeehouse hosts other sub-genres of rock swelter for some, an acquired taste. 1200 Here, seven categories - and a small shop and Casual Living furniture store.
thestate.com/entertainment. a concert series that features an here, as well as hip-hop. The club Main St., (803) 931-8852
has shifted toward a younger
sampling of where you can find it all:
array of folk music styles. You can’t The Venue: Camden isn’t a town
Blue Martini: The martini bar drink here, but you can listen to demographic, but come on, you’re
where you’d expect to hear high- NORTHEAST RICHLAND
features jazz fusion and other jazz music in a room with people who never too old to enjoy (sometimes)
quality music, but here’s a secret: FIVE POINTS This area is emerging as the hottest shop-
jams Friday and Saturday nights. are actually there to just listen to FILE PHOTOGRAPH/THE STATE good music. 122 State St., West
The Venue’s acoustic and rock A funky urban village, Five Points is the ping district in the Midlands. Growth at
music. Yes, it’s an anomaly. 2701 Columbia, (803) 791-4413
And the leather couches make you Columbia has a vibrant lineup is really enticing. Since spot for unique clothing and gifts. Try Sid the outdoor mall Village at Sandhill has
feel like it’s cool to wear all-leather Heyward St., (888) 849-4224, nightlife scene, particularly Art Bar: Head to Art Bar to listen you’re not going to drive after a few and Nancy’s and Revente for savings on slowed during the economic downturn, but
outfits again. 808 Lady St., (803) ext. 4 in Five Points and the Vista. to the disc jockey, dance, dance, drinks, why not spend the night consigned clothes and Bohemian and Loose it has attracted retailers such as Ulta cos-
256-2442 Hunter-Gatherer: The pub, which dance and go crazy. Friday nights and tour Camden the next day? Lucy’s for new clothes. The Gourmet Shop metics, Jos. A. Banks and Kirkland Home.
The White Mule: The bar and brews its own beer, features Skipp are for gays, straights, punks and 1020 Broad St., Camden, (803) is a great stop for lunch and gifts. Scout rare It has the Midlands only Super Bi-Lo and
listening room is a fine addition Pearson’s jazz workshops Thursday shows, some of the best bands preps to convene on the dance 713-8333 music finds on vinyl or CD at Papa Jazz. a variety of clothing and gift stores, such
to Main Street. And the food is nights and rock on Friday nights. booked here. 900 Main St., (803) floor, giving Columbia a touch of as Aeropostale, La Bag Lady and Yankee
good, too. The music ranges from There are also avant-garde jazz 748-0540 big-city life. Saturday nights are — Otis R. Taylor Jr. Candle Co.
THE VISTA/MAIN STREET Around the corner on Two Notch Road are
Main Street is working toward a comeback. a variety of big-box retailers, such as Target
Among the wig shops and urban clothing and Walmart, and locally owned shops such
stores, look for gift stores, such as Uptown as Summit Cycles and Swanky Boutique, a
on Main, and longtime jeweler Sylvan’s. Next women’s clothing store.
year will bring a Mast General Store. But
don’t forget old favorites, such as Moe Levy’s
for outdoor outfitting and Granger Owings
LEXINGTON COUNTY
for menswear. The U.S. 378 corridor has grown rapidly
The Vista is the spot for restaurants and in recent years, attracting big-box stores and
bars mixed with a variety of retailers. Find smaller retailers as well. You’ll find the area’s
specialty foods and gifts at Cloud Nine only La-Z-Boy store there, Kitty’s Hallmark
Market and furniture and imported rugs at and a Sears Hometown store for appliances
Whit-Ash. and lawn and garden items.
Also, check out Exotica for ladies apparel,
Barnes Jewelers, 14 Carrot health food store
HARBISON BOULEVARD and Marty Rae’s furniture.
One of the area’s major shopping districts,
Harbison Boulevard is often the place na-
tional retailers choose to enter the Midlands.
DEVINE STREET
You’ll find the standard Old Navy, Kohl’s The Devine Street area in Shandon should
and Barnes and Noble. And it’s bookended be your destination for boutique clothing
by home needs -from building to furnish- and specialty home furnishings.
ing - with Lowe’s and Home Depot on one Try Bohemian Design Store for funky fur-
end and Ashley Furniture and Ethan Allen niture; Rogers Brothers Fabrics for luscious
on the other. upholstery fabric; Pink Sorbet/Lilly Pulitzer
Find upscale retailers inside Columbiana Via Shop for that special spring dress to
Centre, such as White House/Black Market wear to the horse races; and Weathers of
and Williams-Sonoma. Columbia for a tailored suit.
The corridor also has a knitting store
(In the Loop), health food grocery (Earth
FOREST ACRES Fare), gift shops (Non(e)such) and jewel-
Forest Acres is a small town within a ers (Handpicked and Unforgettable Fine
city and offers a mix of national specialty Jewelry).

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at play } { at play

PLENTY OF PARKS
TO SUITYOUR
ADVENTURE LEVEL
The great thing about living in the flat pavement along the
the Midlands, the cliche goes, Columbia Canal in the Three
is you’re two hours from the Rivers Greenway. You can hike
beach and two hours from the among the funky rock formations
mountains. of the Peachtree Rock Heritage
The insinuation: You have to Preserve or along the sandy trails
C. ALUKA BERRY/CABERRY@THESTATE.COM
leave the area to find outdoors fun. (remnants of the old beaches) at
Sesquicentennial State Park held its first 10K Resolution Run to mark the start
The reality: The beach used to be Sesquicentennial State Park. of the new year. ERIK CAMPOS/THE STATE

here millions of years ago, creating Here is a sampling of federal, state Children play at Earlewood Park in Columbia.
some interesting places to explore. and regional parks in the area: Broad River access. 5600 Broad River Road, heritage/peachtree/description.html
Columbia; (803) 896-8890, www.state.

NEIGHBORHOOD
And you don’t have to go to the Sesquicentennial State Park: 12 miles of sc.us/forest/refharb.htm Congaree Creek Heritage Preserve: 627 acres
mountains to see majestic trees; trails for hiking and biking, fishing or canoe in area that has archaeological evidence of hu-
Congaree National Park: Nearly 26,000 man habitation for 12,000 years, 2.5-mile hiking
rentals on 30-acre lake, picnic shelters, camp-
many of the largest are here in ing. 9564 Two Notch Road, Columbia; (803)
acres including the largest contiguous tract of trail. Old State Road, Cayce, just past Cayce

PARKS
old-growth bottomland forest in the country, Landing; (803) 734-3886, www.dnr.sc.gov/
Congaree National Park. 788-2706, www.southcarolinaparks.com
dozens of miles of trails for hiking and managed/heritage/congcreek/description.html
On the edge of the Piedmont and Dreher Island State Recreation Area: 348 wildlife viewing, canoe trail, fishing, primitive
camping. 100 National Park Road, Hopkins; Three Rivers Greenway: Numerous access
the coastal plain, the Midlands acres and 12 miles of shoreline on Lake
(803) 776-4396, www.nps.gov/cong points in Columbia, West Columbia and
Murray, boat ramps, picnic shelters, three
also has more outdoor diversity miles of trails, cabins, camping. 3677 State
Cayce, including Riverfront Park in Colum- South Carolina’s state parks are fabulous, but neighborhood parks are real
Historic Camden Revolutionary War bia. More than half of the proposed 12-mile
than the mountains or the beach. Park Road, Prosperity; (803) 364-4152,
Site: 107-acre outdoor history museum at linear park is open for hiking, biking, skat- jewels. Here are five to check out:
www.southcarolinaparks.com
You can paddle a canoe on original site of town of Camden, restored ing, fishing and picnics. (803) 765-2200,
Goodale State Park: 763 acres with picnic 16th- and 17th-century structures. 222 www.riveralliance.org Virginia Hylton Park, Lexington: This park is tucked behind the Lexington County
the crystal-clear spring waters Broad St., Camden; (803) 432-9841, www. Courthouse, near the intersection of U.S. 1 and S.C. 6. It has a one-third mile paved path, a
shelters, boat rentals and fishing on 140-
of Goodale State Park or the historic-camden.net Saluda Shoals Park: 300 acres along the Saluda playground (complete with special-needs swings), a koi pond and covered picnic areas with
acre, spring-fed lake, canoe-kayak trail. 650
River, picnic areas, paved and unpaved trails for grills. www.lexsc.com
Park Road, Camden; (803) 432-2772, www.
tannin-stained creeks of Congaree southcarolinaparks.com
Peachtree Rock Heritage Preserve: 460 hiking and biking, dog park, boat ramp, canoe
National Park. You can ride acres including the largest sandstone outcrops and kayak rentals. 5605 Bush River Road, Finlay Park, Columbia: The 18-acre park at Taylor and Gadsden streets downtown has two
Harbison State Forest: 2,177 acres of hilly in the state, three miles of hiking trails. S.C. 6, Columbia; (803) 731-5208, www.icrc.net playgrounds, a man-made waterfall, porch swings and a large open field for picnics or Frisbee.
the hilly mountain bike trails forest land, educational/environmental cen- half-mile south of intersection with S.C. 302; If you prefer plenty of company, head to Finlay Park during one of its many big events, such
(803) 734-3886, www.dnr.sc.gov/managed/ — Joey Holleman
at Harbison State Forest or ter, 18 miles of trails for hiking and biking, as the Saturday night Summer Concert Series. But it’s just as much fun on a sunny spring
day when nothing’s planned. www.columbiasc.net

Gilbert Community Park: Most folks from outside Gilbert know this little park at 250
Main St. only as the home of the Lexington County Peach Festival. But it’s a great place for a
picnic or just to let kids run, and there’s plenty of shade, benches and porch-type swings for
the adults.
State wide drop locations, please see our
STAJH4453-47-2

website grubercsafarm.com Southeast Park, Columbia: This 62-acre park at 951 Hazelwood Road (just off Garners
for more information. Ferry Road) features 16 tennis courts, but it’s more than a tennis complex. Paved trails
around a pond are ideal for hiking or biking, and you can picnic under live oaks on the back
of the pond. www.columbiasc.net

Guignard Park, Cayce: When you saunter down the trail to the creek in this natural bowl of
a park, you forget that five-lane Knox Abbott Drive serves as one of its borders. The shade of
the large trees and the gurgle of the creek rolling over rocks make this a great spot to enjoy a
Family Owned
Family CSA Farm and Operated picnic. www.cityofcayce-sc.gov
Community Supported Agriculture since 1948.
St. George, SC
— Joey Holleman
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at play } { at play

PLENTY OF PARKS
TO SUITYOUR
ADVENTURE LEVEL
The great thing about living in the flat pavement along the
the Midlands, the cliche goes, Columbia Canal in the Three
is you’re two hours from the Rivers Greenway. You can hike
beach and two hours from the among the funky rock formations
mountains. of the Peachtree Rock Heritage
The insinuation: You have to Preserve or along the sandy trails
C. ALUKA BERRY/CABERRY@THESTATE.COM
leave the area to find outdoors fun. (remnants of the old beaches) at
Sesquicentennial State Park held its first 10K Resolution Run to mark the start
The reality: The beach used to be Sesquicentennial State Park. of the new year. ERIK CAMPOS/THE STATE

here millions of years ago, creating Here is a sampling of federal, state Children play at Earlewood Park in Columbia.
some interesting places to explore. and regional parks in the area: Broad River access. 5600 Broad River Road, heritage/peachtree/description.html
Columbia; (803) 896-8890, www.state.

NEIGHBORHOOD
And you don’t have to go to the Sesquicentennial State Park: 12 miles of sc.us/forest/refharb.htm Congaree Creek Heritage Preserve: 627 acres
mountains to see majestic trees; trails for hiking and biking, fishing or canoe in area that has archaeological evidence of hu-
Congaree National Park: Nearly 26,000 man habitation for 12,000 years, 2.5-mile hiking
rentals on 30-acre lake, picnic shelters, camp-
many of the largest are here in ing. 9564 Two Notch Road, Columbia; (803)
acres including the largest contiguous tract of trail. Old State Road, Cayce, just past Cayce

PARKS
old-growth bottomland forest in the country, Landing; (803) 734-3886, www.dnr.sc.gov/
Congaree National Park. 788-2706, www.southcarolinaparks.com
dozens of miles of trails for hiking and managed/heritage/congcreek/description.html
On the edge of the Piedmont and Dreher Island State Recreation Area: 348 wildlife viewing, canoe trail, fishing, primitive
camping. 100 National Park Road, Hopkins; Three Rivers Greenway: Numerous access
the coastal plain, the Midlands acres and 12 miles of shoreline on Lake
(803) 776-4396, www.nps.gov/cong points in Columbia, West Columbia and
Murray, boat ramps, picnic shelters, three
also has more outdoor diversity miles of trails, cabins, camping. 3677 State
Cayce, including Riverfront Park in Colum- South Carolina’s state parks are fabulous, but neighborhood parks are real
Historic Camden Revolutionary War bia. More than half of the proposed 12-mile
than the mountains or the beach. Park Road, Prosperity; (803) 364-4152,
Site: 107-acre outdoor history museum at linear park is open for hiking, biking, skat- jewels. Here are five to check out:
www.southcarolinaparks.com
You can paddle a canoe on original site of town of Camden, restored ing, fishing and picnics. (803) 765-2200,
Goodale State Park: 763 acres with picnic 16th- and 17th-century structures. 222 www.riveralliance.org Virginia Hylton Park, Lexington: This park is tucked behind the Lexington County
the crystal-clear spring waters Broad St., Camden; (803) 432-9841, www. Courthouse, near the intersection of U.S. 1 and S.C. 6. It has a one-third mile paved path, a
shelters, boat rentals and fishing on 140-
of Goodale State Park or the historic-camden.net Saluda Shoals Park: 300 acres along the Saluda playground (complete with special-needs swings), a koi pond and covered picnic areas with
acre, spring-fed lake, canoe-kayak trail. 650
River, picnic areas, paved and unpaved trails for grills. www.lexsc.com
Park Road, Camden; (803) 432-2772, www.
tannin-stained creeks of Congaree southcarolinaparks.com
Peachtree Rock Heritage Preserve: 460 hiking and biking, dog park, boat ramp, canoe
National Park. You can ride acres including the largest sandstone outcrops and kayak rentals. 5605 Bush River Road, Finlay Park, Columbia: The 18-acre park at Taylor and Gadsden streets downtown has two
Harbison State Forest: 2,177 acres of hilly in the state, three miles of hiking trails. S.C. 6, Columbia; (803) 731-5208, www.icrc.net playgrounds, a man-made waterfall, porch swings and a large open field for picnics or Frisbee.
the hilly mountain bike trails forest land, educational/environmental cen- half-mile south of intersection with S.C. 302; If you prefer plenty of company, head to Finlay Park during one of its many big events, such
(803) 734-3886, www.dnr.sc.gov/managed/ — Joey Holleman
at Harbison State Forest or ter, 18 miles of trails for hiking and biking, as the Saturday night Summer Concert Series. But it’s just as much fun on a sunny spring
day when nothing’s planned. www.columbiasc.net

Gilbert Community Park: Most folks from outside Gilbert know this little park at 250
Main St. only as the home of the Lexington County Peach Festival. But it’s a great place for a
picnic or just to let kids run, and there’s plenty of shade, benches and porch-type swings for
the adults.
State wide drop locations, please see our
STAJH4453-47-2

website grubercsafarm.com Southeast Park, Columbia: This 62-acre park at 951 Hazelwood Road (just off Garners
for more information. Ferry Road) features 16 tennis courts, but it’s more than a tennis complex. Paved trails
around a pond are ideal for hiking or biking, and you can picnic under live oaks on the back
of the pond. www.columbiasc.net

Guignard Park, Cayce: When you saunter down the trail to the creek in this natural bowl of
a park, you forget that five-lane Knox Abbott Drive serves as one of its borders. The shade of
the large trees and the gurgle of the creek rolling over rocks make this a great spot to enjoy a
Family Owned
Family CSA Farm and Operated picnic. www.cityofcayce-sc.gov
Community Supported Agriculture since 1948.
St. George, SC
— Joey Holleman
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sports } { sports

PRO SPORTSTEAMS COLLEGE SPORTS ARE


BASEBALL Tickets: Single-game, $15-$21. Purchase
online or by calling (843) 744-2248.
MORETHAN FOOTBALL
>>> Atlanta Braves Web: www.stingrayshockey.com There are plenty of college n The women’s equestrian team, season in the fall at Stone Sta-
Stadium: Turner Field matchups to catch in which won national titles in 2005 dium. To kick off the home sea-
Tickets: Single-game, starting at $6. Purchase
>>> Atlanta Thrashers
Arena: Philips Arena Columbia, including the and 2007 and whose Western son, the team hosts the six-team
online or by calling (404) 577-9100.
Tickets: Single-game, starting at $10. popular football games at team placed third in the 2010 Gamecock Courtyard Cup.
Web: www.atlantabraves.com
Purchase at the team website or ticketmaster. Williams-Brice Stadium Varsity Equestrian National
>>> Charlotte Knights com or by calling (866) 715-1500.
and basketball games at Championships, holds its com- n Renovations to the Carolina
(Triple-A, International League) Web: www.atlantathrashers.com
Colonial Life Arena. petitions at One Wood Farm in Natatorium, including a new pool
Stadium: Knights Stadium, Fort Mill
Tickets: Single-game, $5-$13 (free for
>>> Carolina Hurricanes But there are plenty Blythewood. deck and upgrades to the lighting
ages 2 and younger). Purchase online or by Arena: RBC Center, Raleigh system, are under way, which will
of other smaller USC
calling (704) 357-8071, option 4. Tickets: Single-game, starting at $20. n The men’s and women’s track make watching the men’s and
Web: www.charlotteknights.com Purchase at the team website or ticketmaster. sports to check out, and it
and field teams have produced women’s swimming and diving
com or by calling (866) 645-2263. won’t cost you much (or
>>> Greenville Drive Web: www.carolinahurricanes.com
anything). And as USC
several Olympians, and the teams teams all the more interesting. In
(Single-A, South Atlantic League) host several meets here in Colum- 2000, the natatorium became a
brings its master plan
Stadium: Fluor Field at the West End FOOTBALL for its athletes’ village to
bia, at the track just behind the semi-open air facility, with move-
SPECIAL TO THE STATE Tickets: Single-game, $5-$8 (free for ages 2 USC Roundhouse. able doors that allow swimming
and younger). Purchase online or by calling >>> Carolina Panthers fruition, including new
Hilton Head Island hosts The Heritage PGA golf tournament each April. (864) 240-4528. under natural conditions. The
Stadium: Bank of America Stadium, track, tennis and softball
Web: www.greenvilledrive.com Charlotte n The SEC-championship teams host several home meets
facilities, catching these
Tickets: Single-game, $39-$109; Purchase women’s soccer team, which made as well as a multi-day Gamecock
>>> Myrtle Beach at the team website or ticketmaster.com or sporting events will become a
Invitational.
KIM KIM FOSTER-TOBIN/KKFOSTER@THESTATE.COM
it to the round of 16 in the 2010
Pelicans (Class A, Carolina League) by calling (800) 745-3000 or (704) 358- treat in itself. The USC women’s soccer team was 19-4-1 during the 2009-
NCAA championship, plays its — Janet Kahler
Stadium: BB&T Coastal Field 7800. 10 season.
Tickets: Single-game, $7-$11. Purchase Web: www.panthers.com
online or by calling (877) 918-8499.
Web: www.myrtlebeachpelicans.com >>> Atlanta Falcons
Stadium: Georgia Dome
>>> Charleston Tickets: Single-game, to be announced.
Riverdogs (Class A, South Atlantic Purchase at the team website or
League)
ticketmaster.com or by calling (800) 745-
Stadium: Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park 3000 or (404) 223-8000
Tickets: Single-game, $5-$16 (free for ages Web: www.atlantafalcons.com
3 and younger, no seat). Purchase online or
by calling (843) 577-3647.
Web: www.riverdogs.com BASKETBALL
Boarding is Ruff
>>> Atlanta Hawks
SOCCER Arena: Philips Arena Pup Strutters
>>> Charleston Battery Tickets: Single-game, starting at
Columbia’s 1st
Professional Pet Sitting
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ticketmaster.com or by calling (800) 745- • Taking a Trip?
Stadium: Blackbaud Stadium 3000 or (866) 715-1500. • Going on Vacation?
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32 Years… We Carry All Natural • Working Long Hours?
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Daly Street at Millwood Avenue 781-5585
w w w. p u p s t r u t t e r s . c o m
Near Dreher High School 4718-B Forest Drive • Columbia, SC 29206 • 803-738-9556
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sports } { sports

PRO SPORTSTEAMS COLLEGE SPORTS ARE


BASEBALL Tickets: Single-game, $15-$21. Purchase
online or by calling (843) 744-2248.
MORETHAN FOOTBALL
>>> Atlanta Braves Web: www.stingrayshockey.com There are plenty of college n The women’s equestrian team, season in the fall at Stone Sta-
Stadium: Turner Field matchups to catch in which won national titles in 2005 dium. To kick off the home sea-
Tickets: Single-game, starting at $6. Purchase
>>> Atlanta Thrashers
Arena: Philips Arena Columbia, including the and 2007 and whose Western son, the team hosts the six-team
online or by calling (404) 577-9100.
Tickets: Single-game, starting at $10. popular football games at team placed third in the 2010 Gamecock Courtyard Cup.
Web: www.atlantabraves.com
Purchase at the team website or ticketmaster. Williams-Brice Stadium Varsity Equestrian National
>>> Charlotte Knights com or by calling (866) 715-1500.
and basketball games at Championships, holds its com- n Renovations to the Carolina
(Triple-A, International League) Web: www.atlantathrashers.com
Colonial Life Arena. petitions at One Wood Farm in Natatorium, including a new pool
Stadium: Knights Stadium, Fort Mill
Tickets: Single-game, $5-$13 (free for
>>> Carolina Hurricanes But there are plenty Blythewood. deck and upgrades to the lighting
ages 2 and younger). Purchase online or by Arena: RBC Center, Raleigh system, are under way, which will
of other smaller USC
calling (704) 357-8071, option 4. Tickets: Single-game, starting at $20. n The men’s and women’s track make watching the men’s and
Web: www.charlotteknights.com Purchase at the team website or ticketmaster. sports to check out, and it
and field teams have produced women’s swimming and diving
com or by calling (866) 645-2263. won’t cost you much (or
>>> Greenville Drive Web: www.carolinahurricanes.com
anything). And as USC
several Olympians, and the teams teams all the more interesting. In
(Single-A, South Atlantic League) host several meets here in Colum- 2000, the natatorium became a
brings its master plan
Stadium: Fluor Field at the West End FOOTBALL for its athletes’ village to
bia, at the track just behind the semi-open air facility, with move-
SPECIAL TO THE STATE Tickets: Single-game, $5-$8 (free for ages 2 USC Roundhouse. able doors that allow swimming
and younger). Purchase online or by calling >>> Carolina Panthers fruition, including new
Hilton Head Island hosts The Heritage PGA golf tournament each April. (864) 240-4528. under natural conditions. The
Stadium: Bank of America Stadium, track, tennis and softball
Web: www.greenvilledrive.com Charlotte n The SEC-championship teams host several home meets
facilities, catching these
Tickets: Single-game, $39-$109; Purchase women’s soccer team, which made as well as a multi-day Gamecock
>>> Myrtle Beach at the team website or ticketmaster.com or sporting events will become a
Invitational.
KIM KIM FOSTER-TOBIN/KKFOSTER@THESTATE.COM
it to the round of 16 in the 2010
Pelicans (Class A, Carolina League) by calling (800) 745-3000 or (704) 358- treat in itself. The USC women’s soccer team was 19-4-1 during the 2009-
NCAA championship, plays its — Janet Kahler
Stadium: BB&T Coastal Field 7800. 10 season.
Tickets: Single-game, $7-$11. Purchase Web: www.panthers.com
online or by calling (877) 918-8499.
Web: www.myrtlebeachpelicans.com >>> Atlanta Falcons
Stadium: Georgia Dome
>>> Charleston Tickets: Single-game, to be announced.
Riverdogs (Class A, South Atlantic Purchase at the team website or
League)
ticketmaster.com or by calling (800) 745-
Stadium: Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park 3000 or (404) 223-8000
Tickets: Single-game, $5-$16 (free for ages Web: www.atlantafalcons.com
3 and younger, no seat). Purchase online or
by calling (843) 577-3647.
Web: www.riverdogs.com BASKETBALL
Boarding is Ruff
>>> Atlanta Hawks
SOCCER Arena: Philips Arena Pup Strutters
>>> Charleston Battery Tickets: Single-game, starting at
Columbia’s 1st
Professional Pet Sitting
(USL First Division) $10. Purchase at the team website or “Cats Only” Clinic A caring and safe alternative to Boarding
ticketmaster.com or by calling (800) 745- • Taking a Trip?
Stadium: Blackbaud Stadium 3000 or (866) 715-1500. • Going on Vacation?
Tickets: Single-game, $10-$18. Purchase Web: www.hawks.com
32 Years… We Carry All Natural • Working Long Hours?
& 17 Years Serving Columbia
online or by calling (843) 971-4625.
& Hypoallergenic Endorsed by the Animal Protection League
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Web: www.charlestonbattery.com >>> Charlotte Bobcats Complete Medical, Dental, Dog Food A+ Rating with BBB
Arena: Time Warner Cable Arena Grooming & Boarding Call Pup Strutters
HOCKEY Tickets: Single-game, starting at
Dr. Neal Atkinson & Associates See Us For All Your
$10. Purchase at the team website or 781-5585
>>> South Carolina Grooming Needs
ticketmaster.com or by calling (800) 745-
Debra & Tasha

STAJI7547-99-3
Stingrays (ECHL) 3000 or (704) 262-2287.
254-9257 • 254-2600
Arena: North Charleston Coliseum Web: www.bobcats.com
Daly Street at Millwood Avenue 781-5585
w w w. p u p s t r u t t e r s . c o m
Near Dreher High School 4718-B Forest Drive • Columbia, SC 29206 • 803-738-9556
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treat brain tumors. in Camden, five outpatient centers and medical
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Palmetto Health Baptist delivers more babies offices in outlying communities and through
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina serves dence Heart and Vascular Institute, 2435 For- • 13 to 26 days paid annual vacation/personal leave
21.5 million customers nationwide through than any other hospital in the Midlands. It also the Health Resource Center and Karesh Long
est Drive, Columbia • 13 days paid annual sick leave
private insurance and government contracts and is known for women’s, general surgery, bariatric Term Care Center. Specialty services include
provides claims processing and customer service to surgery for obesity, and behavioral care services. Providence Northeast Hospital and Providence urgent care, cardiovascular care, rehabilitation, • 10 paid annual Federal holidays CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
other health insurers. The hospital expects to complete a $57 million Orthopaedic and Neuro Spine Institute, 120 sleep diagnostics, diabetes management, home • Federal Employees’ Retirement System (FERS) Nursing Occupations,
BlueCross BlueShield has offices in Richland Gateway Corporate Blvd., Columbia health and hospice, gastroenterology, imaging,
expansion and renovation of surgical, obstetrics • Group health insurance plans with the majority Physicians, and many other
and Kershaw counties. and neonatal services. With the renovation, the Contact: (803) 256-5300 www.providencehos- aquatic therapy, and women’s care.
pitals.com
of premiums paid by the Federal Government Allied Health Occupations.
neonatal intensive care unit became the first in KershawHealth serves the community through • Term life insurance, family, and additional coverage options
the state to have private rooms. Final surgical Worth noting: Owned by the Sisters of Char- the Medical Center, Karesh Long Term Care
NO. 3 renovations are slated to be completed this ity Health System, Providence Hospitals is a and the Health Resource Center in Camden,
• Liability protection

summer. Catholic organization comprised of four enti- the Elgin Outpatient Center and Urgent Care
5,020 employees Palmetto Health continues to work toward
building a new hospital, Palmetto Health Baptist
ties: Providence Hospital, Providence Heart
and Vascular Institute, Providence Hospital
at Elgin, the West Wateree Medical Com-
plex in Lugoff and facilities in Bethune and
Clinical occupations of particular need include:
Pharmacists Clinical & Staff
Parkridge in Irmo. Northeast and Providence Orthopaedic and Kershaw. Call toll-free Psychologists
LEXINGTON MEDICAL Palmetto Health Breast Center is the state’s Neuro Spine Institute. Providence Hospital Nephrologists-M.D.
CENTER first nationally accredited breast center. services include general surgery, emergency 1-800-949-0002 Oncologist-M.D.
2720 Sunset Blvd., West Columbia 29169; care, and imaging. Providence Heart and Vas- COUNTY HEALTH Occupational Therapist
(803) 791-2000, www.lexmed.com LEXINGTON MEDICAL cular Institute offers prevention, diagnosis and DEPARTMENTS or visit Optometrist (Greenville)
Lexington Medical Center comprises a CENTER treatment of cardiovascular disease. Providence Endocrinologist MD
384-bed medical complex, six community
A source of information and vaccinations, in- Pulmonologist MD
Location: 2720 Sunset Blvd., West Columbia Hospital Northeast offers emergency care, cluding children’s immunizations and seasonal
medical centers throughout Lexington County, Clinical NP (Mental Health)
obstetric, women’s services, rehabilitation and flu shots.
the largest extended care facility in the state, Contact: (803) 791-2000 (main campus); Electrophysiology Cardiologist MD
two occupational health centers and affiliated community outreach programs. Providence Richland: (803) 576-2980. Children’s immuni-
www.lexmed.com; Family Practice MD (Primary Care CBOCs)
Orthopaedic and Neuro Spine Institute is com-

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physician practices. zations (by appointment only), (803) 576-2840 Nurse Managers
Worth noting: The hospital system’s care net- prised of the Joint Center, Sports Health and
Lexington: (803) 791-3580 RNs
work includes a main hospital, six community neurosurgical care. Additionally, Providence
http://www.usajobs.opm.gov LPNs
MORE ON PAGE 46 medical centers, the state’s largest nursing home Women’s Health, Providence Northeast Family Kershaw: (803) 425-6012

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AREA’S
LARGEST IN SICKNESS
AND IN HEALTH
PRIVATE
EMPLOYERS
Care, and Associates in Internal Medicine are The Heritage at Lowman, an active life-style retirement
Newcomers will find an array of health services for everyone- managed and operated by Augustine Health community located on Hwy 76 between Chapin & Irmo,
NO. 1 young couples starting families, baby boomers getting high-tech Group, a subsidiary of Providence Hospitals.
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heart health. Location: 6439 Garners Ferry Road, Colum- Culinary & Dining Services 749-9500
PALMETTO HEALTH bia, 29209 Maintenance & Engineering
1301 Taylor St. 29201; (803) 296-2273, Contact: (803) 776-4000 or (800) 293-8262;
Administration & Clerical Shoppes at
White Knoll
Irmo
Crossroad
Lexington
Lexington Towne
Lugoff
River Crossing
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
www.palmettohealth.org PALMETTO HEALTH and two occupational health centers. The hos- Wellness & Life Enrichment
Hwy 6 & Platt Springs Rd Shopping Center Center (w/Food Lion) Available for
RICHLAND, PALMETTO pital performs more surgeries than any other www.va.gov/columbiasc/ We offer a generous salary & benefits package.
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area including Palmetto Health Baptist, Palmetto
emergency room in the state. The hospital has a veterans from across the state, including more
P.O. Box 444, White Rock, SC 29177; Fax: 803-732-8707; At Garners Ferry Commons
803-957-7367 ext 1501 PS
Health Richland, Palmetto Health Children’s Location: 5 Richland Medical Park Drive, Email: jobs@theheritageatlowman.org or apply in person
Hospital and Palmetto Health Heart Hospital. certified bariatric surgery center. The hospital’s than 1,500 who have served in Afghanistan and at 300 Lowman Home Barn Rd, Chapin, SC 29036.
695-2552 With Bi-Lo 803-957-7367 ext 1502 BK
Columbia (Richland); Taylor at Marion streets, 776-7526
Palmetto Health Baptist and Palmetto Health
Columbia (Baptist)
Women’s Imaging Center, providing digital Iraq. Services include emergency care, primary EOE www.brandicompanies.com
Richland have breast and cancer centers. mammography, has four locations around and specialty care, surgical and social services,
Affiliated with the USC School of Medicine, Contact: (803) 434-7000 (Richland); (803) Lexington County that are accredited by the long-term care and psychiatric care, including
Palmetto Health is the community’s teaching 296-5010 (Baptist); www.palmettohealth.org American College of Radiology and its main treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder.
hospital. hospital location is a Breast Imaging Center of Dorn also is a research center with affiliations
Worth noting: A teaching hospital with
close ties to the University of South Carolina
medical school, Palmetto Health Richland
Excellence. Lexington Medical is the first local
hospital to offer single-incision laproscopic sur-
that include USC programs in medicine, nurs-
ing and pharmacy.
HEALTH CARE CAREERS at WJB Dorn VA Medical Center
NO. 2 has the only Level 1 trauma center. It is home gery as well as Microwave Ablation, a treatment
to Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital, the for tumors. Other specialties include a Doula KERSHAWHEALTH
WHERE EVERYTHING COMES TOGETHER
6,677 employees only children’s hospital in the Midlands and
Palmetto Health Heart Hospital. It offers
program (for women giving birth) that’s unique
in the Midlands. Location: 1315 Roberts St., Camden, 29020 Education, experience, and teamwork.
BLUECROSS robot-assisted minimally invasive surgery in Contact: (803) 432-4311; www.kcmc.org They all come together at VA. We offer a
BLUESHIELD OF S.C. urology, cardiology and gynecology. In 2009, it SISTERS OF CHARITY Worth noting: KershawHealth serves the Ker- competitive benefits package that includes:
added the latest Gamma Knife technology to PROVIDENCE HOSPITALS shaw County area through its medical center
I-20 at Alpine Road 29219; (803) 788-0222, • Competitive salary
treat brain tumors. in Camden, five outpatient centers and medical
www.southcarolinablues.com Locations: Providence Hospital and Provi- • Nationwide job transfer opportunities
Palmetto Health Baptist delivers more babies offices in outlying communities and through
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina serves dence Heart and Vascular Institute, 2435 For- • 13 to 26 days paid annual vacation/personal leave
21.5 million customers nationwide through than any other hospital in the Midlands. It also the Health Resource Center and Karesh Long
est Drive, Columbia • 13 days paid annual sick leave
private insurance and government contracts and is known for women’s, general surgery, bariatric Term Care Center. Specialty services include
provides claims processing and customer service to surgery for obesity, and behavioral care services. Providence Northeast Hospital and Providence urgent care, cardiovascular care, rehabilitation, • 10 paid annual Federal holidays CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
other health insurers. The hospital expects to complete a $57 million Orthopaedic and Neuro Spine Institute, 120 sleep diagnostics, diabetes management, home • Federal Employees’ Retirement System (FERS) Nursing Occupations,
BlueCross BlueShield has offices in Richland Gateway Corporate Blvd., Columbia health and hospice, gastroenterology, imaging,
expansion and renovation of surgical, obstetrics • Group health insurance plans with the majority Physicians, and many other
and Kershaw counties. and neonatal services. With the renovation, the Contact: (803) 256-5300 www.providencehos- aquatic therapy, and women’s care.
pitals.com
of premiums paid by the Federal Government Allied Health Occupations.
neonatal intensive care unit became the first in KershawHealth serves the community through • Term life insurance, family, and additional coverage options
the state to have private rooms. Final surgical Worth noting: Owned by the Sisters of Char- the Medical Center, Karesh Long Term Care
NO. 3 renovations are slated to be completed this ity Health System, Providence Hospitals is a and the Health Resource Center in Camden,
• Liability protection

summer. Catholic organization comprised of four enti- the Elgin Outpatient Center and Urgent Care
5,020 employees Palmetto Health continues to work toward
building a new hospital, Palmetto Health Baptist
ties: Providence Hospital, Providence Heart
and Vascular Institute, Providence Hospital
at Elgin, the West Wateree Medical Com-
plex in Lugoff and facilities in Bethune and
Clinical occupations of particular need include:
Pharmacists Clinical & Staff
Parkridge in Irmo. Northeast and Providence Orthopaedic and Kershaw. Call toll-free Psychologists
LEXINGTON MEDICAL Palmetto Health Breast Center is the state’s Neuro Spine Institute. Providence Hospital Nephrologists-M.D.
CENTER first nationally accredited breast center. services include general surgery, emergency 1-800-949-0002 Oncologist-M.D.
2720 Sunset Blvd., West Columbia 29169; care, and imaging. Providence Heart and Vas- COUNTY HEALTH Occupational Therapist
(803) 791-2000, www.lexmed.com LEXINGTON MEDICAL cular Institute offers prevention, diagnosis and DEPARTMENTS or visit Optometrist (Greenville)
Lexington Medical Center comprises a CENTER treatment of cardiovascular disease. Providence Endocrinologist MD
384-bed medical complex, six community
A source of information and vaccinations, in- Pulmonologist MD
Location: 2720 Sunset Blvd., West Columbia Hospital Northeast offers emergency care, cluding children’s immunizations and seasonal
medical centers throughout Lexington County, Clinical NP (Mental Health)
obstetric, women’s services, rehabilitation and flu shots.
the largest extended care facility in the state, Contact: (803) 791-2000 (main campus); Electrophysiology Cardiologist MD
two occupational health centers and affiliated community outreach programs. Providence Richland: (803) 576-2980. Children’s immuni-
www.lexmed.com; Family Practice MD (Primary Care CBOCs)
Orthopaedic and Neuro Spine Institute is com-

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physician practices. zations (by appointment only), (803) 576-2840 Nurse Managers
Worth noting: The hospital system’s care net- prised of the Joint Center, Sports Health and
Lexington: (803) 791-3580 RNs
work includes a main hospital, six community neurosurgical care. Additionally, Providence
http://www.usajobs.opm.gov LPNs
MORE ON PAGE 46 medical centers, the state’s largest nursing home Women’s Health, Providence Northeast Family Kershaw: (803) 425-6012

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NO. 7
1,750 employees ON SALE AT:
MICHELIN NORTH AMERICA Bi-Lo Food Lion Jewelry
2420 Two Notch Road, Lexington 29072;
Wal-Mart IGA Warehouse
(803) 951-5200, www.michelin.com Piggly Wiggly Pitt Stop The State
Michelin North America operates two plants at Publix Convenience Newspaper,
the Lexington complex, producing radial tires for
C. ALUKA BERRY/CABERRY@THESTATE.COM
passenger vehicles and huge tires for earth movers Walgreen’s Stores 1401 Shop Road,
Old SCANA equipment graces the and other large construction equipment.
Columbia
lobby of the new SCANA campus in
Cayce.
NO. 8

NO. 4 1,585 employees


VERIZON WIRELESS
3,297 employees 3400 Forest Drive 29204, but will move to 565
Spears Creek Church Road, Elgin, 29045 by the end
SCANA of the year. (800) 575-4473, www.verizonwireless.
100 SCANA Parkway, Cayce 29033; com
(803) 217-9000, www.scana.com The Verizon Wireless 24-hour call center
SCANA, South Carolina’s only Fortune handles customer service calls from around
500 company, is the parent company of nine the country in former retail space at Midtown
subsidiaries involved in the generation and at Forest Acres mall. It is presently building a
sale of electricity, and the purchase, sale and new facility in Northeast Richland and plans to
transportation of natural gas to wholesale and move there in the fourth quarter of this year. The
retail customers in South Carolina, North company also operates seven retail stores in the
Carolina and Georgia. It owns SCE&G, the area.
primary provider of electricity and natural gas for
most of central and southern South Carolina.
NO. 9
NO. 5 1,257 employees
1,855 employees WACHOVIA
1441 Main St. 29201; (800) 922-4684, www.
PROVIDENCE HOSPITALS wachovia.com
2435 Forest Drive, 29204; (803) 256-5300, Wells Fargo and Co. is a diversified financial
www.providencehospitals.com services company with $1.2 trillion in assets,
Owned by the Sisters of Charity Health System, providing banking, insurance, investments,
Providence Hospitals consists of Providence mortgage, and consumer and commercial finance
Hospital and Providence Hospital Northeast through more than 10,000 stores and 12,000
as well as the Providence Heart and Vascular ATMs and the Internet across North America
Institute and Providence Orthopedic and Neuro and internationally, including 27 branch offices in
the Midlands. In 2008, Wachovia became a part of
Spine Institute.
Wells Fargo, but the name has not yet converted
in South Carolina.

NO. 6
Print, Online NO. 10
and all the time... 1,480 employees
UNITED PARCEL SERVICE
1,223 employees
Call WESTINGHOUSE NUCLEAR

771-SOLD
124 Creekside Road, West Columbia 29172;
(800) 742-5877, www.ups.com FUEL
The United Parcel Service facility in West 5801 Bluff Road, 29250; (803) 647-1000, www.
Columbia is one of seven U.S. air cargo hubs for westinghousenuclear.com

for all your the Atlanta-based UPS of America.


UPS has had a package-collection gateway at
The 550,000-square-foot Columbia plant makes
fuel for commercial nuclear reactors generating
Hiring Needs

STAJI7675-99-0
Columbia Metropolitan Airport since 1982, and electricity.
expanded its operations there to become a regional Pittsburgh-based Westinghouse opened the
hub in 1996. plant in 1968, but the plant has had foreign
UPS has smaller distribution center in Aiken, parents since Westinghouse was sold off in pieces
Sumter and Orangeburg as well as retail stores in 1999. Toshiba Corp. of Japan bought the plant
throughout the state. in 2006 from British Nuclear Fuels.

STAJI7604-99-1

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business }
NO. 7
1,750 employees ON SALE AT:
MICHELIN NORTH AMERICA Bi-Lo Food Lion Jewelry
2420 Two Notch Road, Lexington 29072;
Wal-Mart IGA Warehouse
(803) 951-5200, www.michelin.com Piggly Wiggly Pitt Stop The State
Michelin North America operates two plants at Publix Convenience Newspaper,
the Lexington complex, producing radial tires for
C. ALUKA BERRY/CABERRY@THESTATE.COM
passenger vehicles and huge tires for earth movers Walgreen’s Stores 1401 Shop Road,
Old SCANA equipment graces the and other large construction equipment.
Columbia
lobby of the new SCANA campus in
Cayce.
NO. 8

NO. 4 1,585 employees


VERIZON WIRELESS
3,297 employees 3400 Forest Drive 29204, but will move to 565
Spears Creek Church Road, Elgin, 29045 by the end
SCANA of the year. (800) 575-4473, www.verizonwireless.
100 SCANA Parkway, Cayce 29033; com
(803) 217-9000, www.scana.com The Verizon Wireless 24-hour call center
SCANA, South Carolina’s only Fortune handles customer service calls from around
500 company, is the parent company of nine the country in former retail space at Midtown
subsidiaries involved in the generation and at Forest Acres mall. It is presently building a
sale of electricity, and the purchase, sale and new facility in Northeast Richland and plans to
transportation of natural gas to wholesale and move there in the fourth quarter of this year. The
retail customers in South Carolina, North company also operates seven retail stores in the
Carolina and Georgia. It owns SCE&G, the area.
primary provider of electricity and natural gas for
most of central and southern South Carolina.
NO. 9
NO. 5 1,257 employees
1,855 employees WACHOVIA
1441 Main St. 29201; (800) 922-4684, www.
PROVIDENCE HOSPITALS wachovia.com
2435 Forest Drive, 29204; (803) 256-5300, Wells Fargo and Co. is a diversified financial
www.providencehospitals.com services company with $1.2 trillion in assets,
Owned by the Sisters of Charity Health System, providing banking, insurance, investments,
Providence Hospitals consists of Providence mortgage, and consumer and commercial finance
Hospital and Providence Hospital Northeast through more than 10,000 stores and 12,000
as well as the Providence Heart and Vascular ATMs and the Internet across North America
Institute and Providence Orthopedic and Neuro and internationally, including 27 branch offices in
the Midlands. In 2008, Wachovia became a part of
Spine Institute.
Wells Fargo, but the name has not yet converted
in South Carolina.

NO. 6
Print, Online NO. 10
and all the time... 1,480 employees
UNITED PARCEL SERVICE
1,223 employees
Call WESTINGHOUSE NUCLEAR

771-SOLD
124 Creekside Road, West Columbia 29172;
(800) 742-5877, www.ups.com FUEL
The United Parcel Service facility in West 5801 Bluff Road, 29250; (803) 647-1000, www.
Columbia is one of seven U.S. air cargo hubs for westinghousenuclear.com

for all your the Atlanta-based UPS of America.


UPS has had a package-collection gateway at
The 550,000-square-foot Columbia plant makes
fuel for commercial nuclear reactors generating
Hiring Needs

STAJI7675-99-0
Columbia Metropolitan Airport since 1982, and electricity.
expanded its operations there to become a regional Pittsburgh-based Westinghouse opened the
hub in 1996. plant in 1968, but the plant has had foreign
UPS has smaller distribution center in Aiken, parents since Westinghouse was sold off in pieces
Sumter and Orangeburg as well as retail stores in 1999. Toshiba Corp. of Japan bought the plant
throughout the state. in 2006 from British Nuclear Fuels.

STAJI7604-99-1

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