SCE&G Schedules October Drawdown of Lake Murray A drawdown of Lake Murray is scheduled to begin in October to control aquatic weeds and water quality. Lowering of the lake will continue until it reaches an elevation target in the 350-foot range by mid-December, remaining at that elevation until approximately the end of January 2019. Read …
Whether you want to observe the purple martins, listen to a live band on the lake, or take a sunset sail, Lake Murray, South Carolina offers it all! This is a growing list of events and activities available around Lake Murray. Many events are seasonal. Please visit each website (or click on the name) to …
Download the 2018 South Carolina Hurricane Guide from the South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD). Available in English and Spanish. https://www.scemd.org/stay-informed/publications/hurricane-guide/
The Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) describes the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) proposal to upgrade the I-20/26/126 corridor. Comments on the proposal from the public are welcome and due by September 17, 2018. Visit their website to read the draft proposal and learn ow to submit your comments: http://www.scdotcarolinacrossroads.com/DEIS/
Lexington, South Carolina has been named one of the 10 best places in South Carolina to raise your family, according to a new Wallethub study. The study measured cities in South Carolina based on metrics like affordability and education rank. Read the full article on The State Newspaper website here: https://www.thestate.com/news/local/article216799440.html See the Wallethub study here: https://wallethub.com/edu/best-places-to-live-in-south-carolina-for-families/51540/ …
August 21, 7:30 PM JAY-Z and BEYONCÉ – OTR II Williams Brice Stadium. Ticket information: https://www.coloniallifearena.com/events/detail/jay-z-and-beyonce-otr-ii (image credit OTR II poster)
August 17, 5:30 PM Sunset on the Shoals 2018 Enjoy a interpretive paddle tour on the Saluda River and learn about the unique history of the area followed by a wine tasting at the River Overlook. Take home a complimentary Saluda Shoals Park wine glass to commemorate the evening. Ages 21 & up. Visit website
A great way to get the school shopping season off right is to take advantage of the South Carolina Tax Free Weekend, August 3-5, 2018. See the full list of what is tax-free this weekend and what is NOT tax-free this weekend: https://www.thestate.com/news/local/article215789215.html
(photo credit: Palmetto Weekend) Colonial Life Fan Appreciation Day August 11, 2018; 2 PM- 3;30 PM Location: Jerri and Steve Spurrier football indoor practice facility Parking: FREE, Gamecock Park. Here’s your chance to take part in interactive football drills like a football toss, field goal kicking, pass catching, and more. Meet Cocky and the fall …
Now Lake Murray has it’s own floating convenience store, Brew Dawg Boat. They offer ice, soft drinks, snacks, hot dogs, towels, life jackets, and DNR approved “efficient sound producing devices”. Read an article about the new waterborne store on PalmettoWeekend.com and check out Brew Dawg Boat’s Facebook page. (photo credit: Palmetto Weekend)