Normally, we would shrug off small, random earthquakes as a coincidence. But, if experiencing frequent earthquakes within the last few months has you a little shaken up, we’re right there with you.
So, we did a little digging to see if we can take that worry off of your plate.
The three earthquakes yesterday morning pushed SC’s 2022 earthquake tally up to 23, with 19 happening within 35 miles of Columbia. Historically, 70% of earthquakes in SC happen along the Coastal Plain, but because our state isn’t considered a hot spot for earthquake activity, the recent mid-state quakes are a bit of a mystery.
Earthquakes within our state don’t usually happen at a plate boundary, but within the plate itself, causing intraplate quakes. These kinds of earthquakes can be caused by the reactivation of old rifts or plate boundaries, but how or why they become active again is not well understood.
Earthquake intensities for SC counties based on the Modified Mercalli Intensity Scale | Photo via SCDNR
The good news: Though the recent occurrences are still puzzling, a series of small earthquakes do not necessarily correlate with a larger earthquake occurring.
The bad news: Because there isn’t a fool-proof way to accurately predict when an earthquake may occur, we must beprepared at all times for when they do.
So, how do you prepare? SCDNR offers safety tipsbefore, during, and after an earthquake occurs. Being prepared for an emergency is key, so stay up-to-date with all the earthquake happenings by signing up for the United States Geological Survey’s Earthquake Notification Service.
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Tom Segura: I’m Coming Everywhere Tour | Wed., May 11 | 7-11 p.m. | Township Auditorium | $37.5+ | Come laugh with this comedian known for his Netflix special while he’s on tour in Cola.
Wine Wednesday + Terrarium in a Bottle | Wed., May 11 | 6:30-8 p.m. | PlantHouse Columbia, 702 Cross Hill Rd. | $35 | This workshop has kept over 1,000 glass bottles out of landfills.
Thursday
Blue Man Group | Thurs., May 12 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Koger Center for the Arts | $90+ | This event features original music, custom-made instruments, surprise audience interactions + hilarious absurdity.
Public Tour: Sculpture And Transformation In Rodin And Agha | Thurs., May 12 | 6-7 p.m. | Columbia Museum of Art | Free | Enjoy a guided tour through two exhibitions that explore the nature of sculpture and manipulation of light + space through metal.
Devine in Bloom Fashion Show | Thurs., May 12 | 6-10 p.m. | Riverside Community Church, 2925 Devine St. | $60+ | Start the evening off with an amazing garden party followed by the fashion show.
Plan Ahead
Power of the Purse | Fri., May 20 | 6:30-10 p.m. | Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St. | $75 in advance; $85 at the door | Enjoy live music and an auction featuring unique designer handbags + other specialty items hosted by the Women in Philanthropy and United Way of the Midlands, with proceeds benefiting women and children’s causes in our community.*
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Prisma Health stroke specialists are here to answer your questions. | Photo provided by Prisma Health
No one should have to suffer through a serious stroke before taking strokes seriously. Even a mild stroke can mean months of recovery. And yet, with the right knowledge and lifestyle choices, experts estimate that 80% of strokes are preventable.
In this month’s installment of Prisma Health On Call, we’re connecting readers to Prisma Health experts who are here, on call, ready to answer your stroke questions, including those about prevention, risks, signs + symptoms, recovery, and more.
Think:
❓What lifestyle choices can I make to reduce the risks of having a stroke? ❓What should I do if I believe someone might be having a stroke? ❓What can I expect in the way of care + recovery if I or a loved one have a stroke?
For a condition where seconds count, this could quite literally be lifesaving information.
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Coach Dawn Staleywill be at the Courtyard Marriott Columbia Downtown (630 Assembly St.) on Wed., May 25 for a discussion about the National Championship season, followed by aQ+A. All are welcome to attend this free, hour-long event starting at 5:30 p.m. Make sure to RSVP as soon as possible to secure your spot. 🏀
Arts
Local filmmakers can now submit short film projects to the South Carolina Film Commission and Trident Technical College for this year’s INDIE GRANTS program. Winning projects can receive up to $35,000 in production funds, access to gear + professional support. Project submissions are due Mon., Aug. 1. 🎞
Theater
Town Theatre presents “Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical” this month. Witness a tale of good versus evil based on the 1886 novella by Robert Louis Stevenson. The show will run from Fri., May 13–Sat., May 28. Grab your tickets here.
Try This
The War Mouth (1209 Franklin St.) is hosting a classical music concert presented by the SC Philharmonic Chamber Crawl on Sun., May 15. Guests can enjoy Ying Liao on cello and Damir Horvat on violin starting at 2 p.m. Tickets start at $15. 🎟
Soda Citizen
71-year-old Leroy Harley walked across the stage on Saturday afternoon to receive his master’s degree in teaching from UofSC. The Bowman resident decided on a career change and says that his hard work + support from his family made receiving this degree possible. 🎓 (WLTX)
Community
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Richland County will lead a mental health training sessionfor all ages on Thurs., May 12 at 11 a.m. The virtual event will highlight the biology of addiction, coping skills, stress relief tactics, and the intersection of addiction + mental health.
Female athletes in grades 6-12 are invited to the first annual GRiT-Fest. The women of the South Carolina Interscholastic Cycling Leagueare hosting this free event on Sat., May 21 at 9564 Two Notch Rd. with the goal to get more girls riding bikes. 🚴♀️
DYK
Did you know the Lexington County Public Librarydoes much more than lend out books? If you have a library card, you can obtain e-books, learn how to navigate new technology, utilize free WiFi,book private meeting rooms, and receivejob application assistance. 📚
Travel
Heads up, travelers:Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) will no longer require masks to be worn inside the airport terminal. Before your next trip, check with the airline you’re flying with to seetheir current mask policy. ✈️*
Stat
Out of 100 responses, 75% of COLAtoday readers said they found investing to be the most difficult area of personal finance in our recent poll. Explore financial resources available to AllSouth members and learn how to invest and reach your financial goals.*
Edu
The University of South Carolina offers professional education + custom training classes designed to have an immediatecareer impact and make you more marketable in today’s economy. Courses are taught by industry experts both in-person and online. Learn more about available programs.*
Learn
Guten Morgen, Columbia.Learning a new language can feel kompliziert (that’s German for “complicated”) but with Babbel, it doesn’t have to be. Their bite-size, ten-minute lessons are designed to fit your lifestyle, and right now, you can get 60% off your subscription.*
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Artist Shelby LeBlanc finished up Rosewood Market’s newest mural over the weekend.The mural extends across the front-facing wall and features a dark background, making the painted flowers + bees pop. Seems like a great spring photo-op to us — so, next time you’re headed to the local market, located at 2803 Rosewood Dr., snap a picture with your fresh produce.
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Editor’s pick:If you’re looking for a date night idea, reader Meredith B. wrote in and says to “check out CITY GRIT for a romantic, sophisticated date night with tremendous tapas and reasonable wines. Truly a discovery on Gervais.” I haven’t been to CITY GRIT, so we added it into the date night rotation to try. Plus, who doesn’t love a tapas menu?
Missed Friday’s newsletter? See a roundup of nine sushi spots in Columbia.
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