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Hey there. Jess here. 👋 Can you even believe that we have made it to August? I don’t know about y’all but 2020 has been a real page turner. 📚
Spending more time at home has allowed for most of us to dedicate time to tackling our summer reading list. Looking for your next great read? We still have a few long summer days left to book-up so the library is here to help.
Richland Library has created a personalized book service to help those who can’t decide what to read next + those who are a little intimidated by all the choices the library has to offer. Think Ipsy or Stich Fix, but for book recommendations.
The new program is really simple. Tell Richland Library what type of books you like and don't like in a quick questionnaire and the library staff will contact you with some suggestions. They'll even put the items on hold for you for easy pick up at one of the four socially-distanced window locations. ProTip - Have your library card number ready.
Are you ready to get reading? Get started here.
Still not sure about trying this out? Here are 10 recommended titles to add to your end-of-summer reading lists. These titles were selected by Richland library staff + span all different genres.
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The Guest List by Lucy Foley | Photo via Richland Library
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The Guest List by Lucy Foley
“The Guest List” is a riveting murder mystery, which occurs at a posh island wedding on a stormy and tenebrous night. The story is told from the point of view of five characters, each of whom has a motive for murder, and each chapter reveals small bombshells leading up to an ending that is sheer dynamite. ~ Recommended by Mona V.
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Must I Go by Yiyun Li | Photo via Richland Library
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Must I Go by Yiyun Li
This is a novel about a life lived in all its messy glory by the extraordinary Lilia, who has shrewdly outlived three husbands, raised five children and seen the arrival of 17 grandchildren. With great insight, Yiyun Li navigates the twin poles of grief and resilience, loss and rebirth, that compass a human heart. ~ Recommended by Allison T. |
The Coyotes of Carthage by Steven Wright | Photo via Richland Library
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The Coyotes of Carthage by Steven Wright
Steven Wright's “The Coyotes of Carthage” is a satiric political thriller set in small-town South Carolina. It's the story of Dre Ross, a political operative, who launches a fierce campaign in an attempt to pass a local ballot initiative, a campaign which will leave him and this small town reeling. ~ Recommended by Lisa G. |
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○ Yesterday, City of Columbia voted to extend the face mask ordinance that was originally passed in June. The ordinance requires everyone in public + within six feet of anyone else to wear a mask. An expiration date hasn’t been set. (The State)
○ Beginning Saturday, Prisma Health will conduct all of it’s community testing at the same location – the Department of Consumer Affairs building at 2221 Devine St. Testing will be held each Tuesday, Friday and Saturday + it will remain free and appointments won’t be required. (ABC Columbia)
○ In an effort to help balance virtual learning and working from home, CoCreate Lexington, a female-focused coworking space, is launching CoCreate Academy, a safe learning environment for children. Children will be supervised by a teacher and be in small groups, which will meet twice a week for 3.5 hours. One parent of participating children will receive a CoCreate Lexington membership.
○ The 2020 Festival of Trees, an annual event held by Prisma Health Midlands Foundation to raise money for the children’s hospital, has been cancelled due to COVID-19 concerns. (WLTX)
○ The South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff has partnered with Verizon to bring discounted internet service to 150,000 K-12 students who do not have reliable access at home. The partnership, funded through the CARES Act, will give students the opportunity to participate in virtual learning at home. (Metro Columbia CEO)
○ Starting today, EBT cards can be used to purchase eligible food items online through Walmart and Amazon in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
○ Lexington Medical Center was recently featured on NBC News Now in a segment sharing a day in the life of doctors + patients battling COVID-19. Here’s a look inside the ICU. 😷 Ⓟ
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Hey, there. Looking for today’s #MustDo events? In accordance with the
CDC’s recommendations regarding public gatherings, we have decided to postpone public event coverage for the time being. We look forward to bringing you Columbia’s #MustDo events soon (until then, feel free to submit your virtual events
here).
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#TodayIs – National Oyster Day. Whether you eat them raw, steamed, fired or as a shooter, we are happy to celebrate these delicious treats from the sea. Just in time, Pearlz is bringing back happy hour from 4-6 p.m. Monday-Friday.
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Weather
○ 92º | Thunderstorms | 60% chance of rain
Announced
○ DS Smith, a packaging company with a location in Columbia, has created a recyclable cooler that could replace traditional styrofoam products. The coolers, which are made using the company’s Greencoat biodegradable material, are meant to reduce waste + lower carbon emissions. (Metro Columbia CEO)
NowOpen
○ Doza Rizen opened a new location on Monday after being closed for months. The new, larger restaurant is located at 140 Amicks Ferry Rd. Chapin, + can accommodate up to 72 guests. The restaurant is known for its fast-casual setup + favorite menu items including pimento cheese and chicken salad. Check out its Facebook page for more updates. (Cola Daily)
Biz
○ Sweeping Corporation of America, a sweeping company in the US, has acquired Columbia-based Accusweep + SC-based Sweeping South. The purchases will expand the company to over 1,000 employees while increasing its presence throughout the state. (Metro Columbia CEO)
Number ○ $32 million. The amount that Richland County taxpayers will have to repay the county that was spent from the penny tax road program, according to the state’s audit. Read more about the report findings from the SC Department of Revenue here. (The State)
Development
○ A plan to reduce traffic + improve safety on Sunset Boulevard in Lexington is entering a new phase – “Sunset Split.” East + westbound traffic will be separated by two, one-way roads. Click here to visit the project’s website. (Cola Daily)
○ The railroad crossing between Dutch Fork Rd. + I-26 at Broad River Rd., located at Rausch Metz Rd. Irmo, will be closed for repairs on Friday, Aug. 7 beginning at 7 a.m. (WLTX)
Asked
○ A reader asked us for recommendations on places to work remotely, such as coffee shops + lunch spots. We’re curious too, so tell us your favorite spots to add to our list by sending us an email, or join in the conversation on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.
VirtualMustDo
○ Tune in today at 3 p.m. for a Facebook Live event as the creator of the Pinehurst Farmers Market is joined by Jamie Harrison to discuss food access, sustainable practices + success of the market.
PlanAhead
○ Richland County is hosting a recycling drop-off event Saturday, Aug. 15 at Columbia Place Mall, located at 7201 Two Notch Rd., from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Richland County residents can bring two electronic devices per car, scrap metal, paper for shredding + up to eight tires.
Health
○ Nephron Pharmaceuticals recently announced a collaboration with specialty pharmaceuticals company Methapharm to produce kits to help diagnose respiratory illnesses. Learn more. 😷 Ⓟ
TryThis
○ ICYMI, the Columbia Fireflies recently teamed up with Planet Fitness for weekly Fit Friday videos, feat. simple workouts you can do from home. This strength-focused workout focuses on proper form + uses body weight (read: no homemade dumbbells required). 💪Ⓟ
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Country Folks Will Survive concert headliner Gyth Rigdon, as seen on The Voice | Photo provided
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An outdoor, country music field party is going down August 15 at 504 Shop Rd. in Kershaw.
Country Folks Will Survive features headliner Gyth Rigdon, who competed on The Voice in 2019. Other artists include The Davisson Brothers Band, Whits End, DJ Slim McGraw + more.
Gates open at 11 a.m. with music kicking off at 4 p.m. Social distancing is encouraged, and free masks will be provided to attendees on request. Ⓟ
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