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“Red Tails” Film Director to speak at “Passing The Torch” Awards Gala

“Red Tails” Film Director to speak at “Passing The Torch” Awards Gala

The Renaissance Foundation will be hosting its second annual “Passing the Torch” Awards Gala.  The Gala will take place on November 10, 2012 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center in Columbia, South Carolina. This highly anticipated event will begin with a reception at 6 p.m. and the awards gala will follow at 7 p.m.

DMV offers veteran designation on driver licenses

DMV offers veteran designation on driver licenses

The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) announced today the availability of a “VETERAN” designation on driver licenses, identification cards and beginner permits for individuals who served honorably in the United States Armed Forces.

“The Governor and the Legislature joined forces to acknowledge the service of our veterans,” said Executive Director Kevin Shwedo. “Our veterans have done their part serving our country and it’s only right that we should honor them. I’m proud that we can offer this service and I hope they will take advantage of it.”

Pleasant Hill Elementary Receives Grant

Pleasant Hill Elementary Receives Grant

Pleasant Hill Elementary School’s Spanish Immersion Advisory Team received a $500 Kohl’s Cares Grant.

The school used the grant money to paint ceiling tiles that represent the countries in which the school’s Spanish teachers either lived or studied.

Larry Ogburn receives Sheriff's Award

Larry Ogburn receives Sheriff's Award

Lexington County Sheriff James R. Metts on Thursday, August 9 presented the Sheriff’s Award, which is the highest honor that the sheriff can bestow, to Larry Ogburn, owner of the Wateree Dive Center, Inc.