Lost in the Midlands

LITM Episode 53, Hazel Livingston, Mayoral Candidate, Lexington, SC

In this episode, we sit down with Hazel Livingston, the Mayoral Candidate for Lexington, SC. We talk about her beginnings, her family, her political career, and her views on the Town of Lexington and the community. Join us for this enlightening interview.
Hazel Livingston Entered Town Council: 1998 Mayor Pro-Tem Since: 2004 Current Term Expires: November 2023
Hazel is a native of Georgia and has lived in Lexington, SC for many years. She is the Sales and Customer Relations Representative for Green Earth Services, Inc. which is owned by her husband, David. Hazel enjoys giving back to her community and volunteers with several community projects including buying and delivering Christmas surprises for senior citizens.
Hazel was instrumental in her first term of office in developing the Town’s Sign Ordinance. She was the lead person in the redevelopment of several parks in Town including the Palmetto Collegiate Institute, the Pat Jeffcoat Serenity Park and especially the Virginia Hylton Park. Hazel recently formed a committee to help design the renovation of the Virginia Hylton Park. She included local youth on the committee to insure the park would have new ideas and be all inclusive.
The Town of Lexington’s Annual Wine Walk started with an idea that Hazel and a group of young professionals took to the next level and formed the Lexington Beautification Foundation which hosts the Wine Walk every year. Proceeds from the event are used for beautification projects in the Town of Lexington such as the Lexington Square Park, the I-20/Sunset Blvd. Interchange, and the “front porch” welcome entrance and more. Hazel’s dedication to the Town’s appearance has strengthened the quality of life and economic development which will be enjoyed by citizens for generations to come.
Hazel is married to David Livingston, who also volunteers many hours to community projects. They live in the Woodcreek subdivision and serve in various HOA capacities. Hazel and David have 4 daughters, great son-in-laws, and they pack the pool with 10 grandchildren!
https://www.lexsc.com/257/Mayor-Pro-Tem-Hazel-Livingston
Town of Lexington 111 Maiden Lane Lexington, SC 29072 Phone: 803-359-4164 Fax: 803-359-4460Videocast: https://youtu.be/IKT8Jq2nWDA
#lexingtonsc #podcast #lostinthemidlands #hazellivingston

LITM Episode 52; Melissa Sprouse Browne, West Columbia Mayoral Candidate

In this episode, we have an in-depth conversation with Melissa; her humble beginnings, prior jobs, the business she built, real estate career, passion for seniors, crime fighting, book writing, and the future she wants for West Columbia.
Melissa Sprouse Browne holds the roles of Vice President and Co-Owner of the Real Estate School of South Carolina, President of The Marketing Division, a full-service advertising agency, co-owner of South Carolina Realty, LLC and owner of Cora Care in-home care. Melissa has extensive experience in the marketing, advertising and public relations field. She has served as creative director of a multi-million dollar advertising agency, the regional marketing director for Trane Comfort Solutions, publications manager for the Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce and was the marketing director for one of the larger real estate firms on the East Coast. A licensed real estate broker and real estate course instructor,
Melissa is the co-owner of South Carolina Realty, LLC with her husband, Chip Browne. She has been licensed as a real estate professional since 1999. She has consistently remained in the top 15% of real estate professionals, actively listing and selling both residential and commercial properties. She attended the University of South Carolina and majored in Criminal Justice. She also attended California Coast University and majored in health care administration.
Melissa Sprouse Browne 1087 Harbor Dr. Suite A West Columbia, South Carolina 29169 melissa@melissaforweco.com https://melissaforweco.com/
Videocast: https://youtu.be/iiBu5E9L9FI
#columbiasc #westcolumbiasc #podcast #lostinthemidlands #melissasprousebrown

LITM Episode 51, Ed Davis with Davis Orthodontics

Ed is a doctor, a business owner, a BNI networker, and a great story teller. Join us as we interview this very interesting man who also loves Star Wars.
Davis Orthodontics 1.803.739.1600 143 Medical Circle West Columbia, SC 29169 11132 Broad River Road Suite D Irmo, SC 29063www.dobraces.comVideocast: https://youtu.be/yDEOJaPN-oA

LITM Episode 50, John Fichtner with Rock the Top Resurfacing

John talks about how his business started with carpet cleaning and transformed into resurfacing. His story about how he went from Michigan to West Virginia to South Carolina is very entertaining. His advice for starting your own business is invaluable. John FichtnerRock the Top Resurfacing 1441 Old Chapin Rd, Lexington, SC 29072 Office: 803-998-2088 Cell: 803-977-0899 Email: info@rockthetopresurfacing.com#columbiasc #lostinthemidlands #podcast
 

LITM Episode 49, Jason Chandler with SignaPay Southeast

Meet Jason Chandler. A professional, a BNI networker, and a fun person to be around. Born and raised in Irmo. He landed a great job at SignaPay Southeast through a Craigslist ad. 
115 Etiwan Dr, Goose Creek, SC 29445(888) 287-6033
www.signapayse.com
Videocast: https://youtu.be/dVgCP2mjAWI

LITM Episode 48, Oliver Steele, American Idol Finalist

Oliver took the time to sit down with us and talk about his beginnings and what influenced him as an artist. He was a wonderful part of the Make a Wish charity concert in Columbia. His participation in that event goes to further show what a wonderful, giving person he is. #columbiasc #lostinthemidlands #podcast #oliversteelemusic #americanidol

LITM Episode 47, Haven Madison, American Idol Finalist

Haven is a singer, songwriter, and one to the top 8 finalists of 2023 on American Idol. She took the time to visit with us while she was in town for a benefit concert for Make a Wish. She talks about her dad, what it was like to be on American Idol, and the struggles of balancing singing and school.
Videocast: https://youtu.be/X2AuSlALQIE

LITM Episode 46, Bubba Labombard talks about his customer service theory.

SWAT Heating and Air has a firm commitment to customer service and doing thing the right way. Join us in listening to Bubba's words as he talks about how he feels about his business and his customers.
Bubba Labombard SWAT Heating and Air 6578 Platt Springs Road, Lexington, SC 29073 (803) 606-1365
Videocast: https://youtu.be/8xGUiJl0l7M

LITM Episode 45, Michelle Miller with Association Management Professionals

Michelle is a entrepreneur, a world traveler, a BNI networker, and a fantastic manager. Listen to her tell you all about it.
Michelle Miller1905 Sunset Blvd. Suite E West Columbia, SC 29169 amphoasc@gmail.com (803) 457-2442 https://www.amphoasc.com

LITM Episode 44, Wayne Kanipe of K&K Printing

Wayne is an outdoorsman, business owner, BNI Networker, and a hobby taxidermist. He has been in the printing business essentially all of his life. He learned his trade from his dad. He runs a family owned business where he employs his wife and son. He talks about how he makes working with family successful where many find it impossible. His down-to-earth attitude must be a large component to his success. Take a listen as he explains. Videocast: https://youtu.be/fGfEUX9z4GI
Wayne Kanipe K&K Printing 2562 Fish Hatchery Rd. West Columbia, SC 29172 Tel: 803.739.4850 Fax: 803.739.4851 https://kandkprint.com