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Michael R. Bailey

Michael Bailey is a Blythewood resident with a career spanning over two decades in news, journalism, and digital media. As a tech startup entrepreneur focused on the news industry, he integrates emerging media and communications technologies to help craft compelling multimedia narratives. He works as a multimedia correspondent, photojournalist, and documentary filmmaker, capturing community stories with a modern lens.

June 28, 2025

Blythewood Park Debuts Six Brand-New Pickleball Courts

(Blythewood, SC) – On Thursday, June 26, Blythewood Park held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the opening of six newly renovated pickleball courts at 126 Boney Road. Once underused tennis courts, the spaces have been transformed into bright blue-and-green pickleball courts, complete with updated fencing and a fresh look for the park. The shift
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June 19, 2025

Richland Library Helps Make Summer Travel Easy

(Columbia, SC) – Planning a summer getaway? Richland Library is here to help you take off! As vacation season ramps up, the Richland Library Eastover (608 Main Street Eastover, SC 29044) is offering passport application services by appointment, making it easier than ever to prepare for international travel. Customers can schedule an appointment during regular business hours to complete and submit
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June 19, 2025

The 140-Year Journey of Bethel Baptist Church

Bethel Baptist Church was established in 1884 by Black members of Sandy Level Baptist Church who wanted to form an independent congregation. Worship initially took place under a simple brush arbor—a temporary open-sided shelter commonly used at the time—following the model of brush arbor revivals.
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June 19, 2025

Discover Blythewood’s Story: A Virtual Museum Tour

Discover Blythewood’s history from the comfort of your home through the newly launched Virtual Museum Tour. This self-guided online experience offers a closer look at the town’s heritage, featuring rare photos, artifacts, and local stories. Perfect for longtime residents and newcomers alike, the tour highlights the people, places, and moments that helped shape the
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June 19, 2025

Things to Know About Blythewood Before You Move

Originally called Doko—believed to mean “watering place”—Blythewood was founded around a steam-age depot on the Columbia–Charlotte railroad. The Doko Depot served as a key water stop for trains, and following the Civil War's destruction of the tracks, the railroad was rebuilt and continued to drive local growth.
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