Local America’s Boating Club Leader Named “Commander of the Year”

America’s Boating Club – Thurmond Lake was recognized in a big way at the District 26 Change of Watch at Lake Murray during the weekend of March 28. In addition to the Commander Gary Edwards, Chuck Gresham, Kathi Nutting and Chester Mott represented our organization at the business meeting, though a total of 11 members attended at least some of the weekend’s activities Continue Reading →

McCormick Garden Club 2026 Tour – Petals and Paths

Save the date of May 9, 2026,and get your tickets for a home garden tour from 10am-3pm of some of McCormick County’s special places and hidden gems. Continue Reading →

Local Groups save McCormick Library Summer Reading Program

By Mary Tobin FOL Board Member It will come as no surprise that once again, area organizations have ‘stepped up to the plate’ on behalf of McCormick’s children. The McCormick Library Children’s Summer Reading program has been supported annually, by a large donation from the McCormick County Friends of the Library organization, just one of our annual projects in support of the library. A major source of FOL funds comes from your purchases at Books on Main. So, when you...

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Spring has Sprung at SLV

by Joe Locke Founder and President, SLV Blazing Paddles Pickleball Club February was another fun and exciting month for the Blazing Paddles Pickleball Club and the SLV Pickleball community. From the Mixed Doubles Winter League to our popular Jumpstart Class, there was something for everyone. And, we are just getting started, as 2026 will be packed with lots of fun, social, and competitive events. Pickleball Jumpstart Class 2026-1 was a Big Hit (and a few misses…) On...

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OAC Tour of King’s Mtn and Cowpens

by DONEEN FITZSIMMONS On Friday, March 6, the Outdoor Adventure Club (OAC) explored two Revolutionary War battle sites:  Kings Mountain National Military Park and Cowpens National Battlefield.  Both battle sites are located near the North Carolina border, and both sites played a significant role in the Revolutionary War.  The sites are about 35 minutes apart. First, OAC went to Kings Mountain National Military Park.  We watched a short film depicting the battle between...

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