Goodwyn Mills Cawood names new regional vice president in South Carolina

April 14, 2026

Tripp Barrineau was recently appointed to the role of regional vice president of South Carolina for local architecture and engineering firm Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC). Barrineau steps into the role…

Talented and Gifted Academy celebrates first anniversary with major literacy partnership and statewide book launch

April 14, 2026

In just one year, Talented and Gifted Academy (TAG Academy) has gone from vision to vibrant reality—reshaping early childhood education in the Midlands through a bold focus on literacy, individualized…

Amanda Morgan named dean at Greenville Technical College

April 14, 2026

Amanda Morgan has been named dean of workforce development and professional advancement at Greenville Technical College. In her new role, Amanda will serve as the senior administrative leader responsible for…

Trinity Partners cross-office collaboration completes sale of office building in Columbia, SC

April 14, 2026

Trinity Partners announced the successful sale of 215 Stoneridge Drive in Columbia, South Carolina. The 6,716 square foot office building was purchased utilizing a 1031 exchange for $1,262,000. The transaction…

Junior League of Columbia to host 2nd annual pickleball tournament supporting community impact

April 14, 2026

The Junior League of Columbia (JLC) invites the community to grab their paddles and join in for its 2nd Annual Pickleball Tournament, presented by ProMotion Rehab and Sports Medicine, taking…

Colliers Report: Columbia Office Market Q1 2026

April 14, 2026

Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Class A properties are thriving in an increasingly bifurcated market.  Market Highlights The Columbia market began 2026 with demand increasingly bifurcating between building classes…

Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes recognized with 2025 Excellence in Customer Service Award

April 14, 2026

Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes has been named a recipient of the Johnson Consulting Group 2025 Excellence in Customer Service Award. The honor recognizes funeral homes that achieved the highest family…

SCRA announces new grant funding and member companies

April 14, 2026

RFIDKNOW, Clutch Intelligence, Realize Ascent Labs, Renoverse AI, Algae Integration Utility Service, Vet Media Group, and PostPixel received new grant funding from the South Carolina Research Authority. Clutch Intelligence, PostPixel, AmICompliant, Memberworks, Pathly, PSF R&D Labs, and Vismerch were accepted as SCRA member…

Prep work underway in SC’s nuclear reboot effort

April 14, 2026

This article is published courtesy of the SC Daily Gazette By Jessica Holdman   Potential $2.7B payday at least 2 years away South Carolina’s state-owned utility company hopes to know…

South Carolina Welcome Centers earn Certified Autism Center™ accreditation, support inclusive travel experiences for all visitors

April 14, 2026

The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) awards the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation to the South Carolina Welcome Centers. To achieve this designation, at least 80%…

SCETV receives record-breaking 15 Southeast Emmy® nominations

April 14, 2026

Awards recognize some of the greatest television work in the Southeast The Regional Southeast Emmy® Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) recently announced nominations for…

City of West Columbia’s Carraway Park at the Riverwalk now open after shade sail installation

April 14, 2026

The City of West Columbia’s Carraway Park at the Riverwalk, located at 212 Hudson Street in West Columbia, SC, is now open after being closed for the installation of shade…

Fireworks with the Phil

April 14, 2026

TICKETS $10 | JUNE 27, 2026 GATES: 6 PM | CONCERT: 8 PM| @SEGRA PARK Be the first to secure your seats for one of the summer’s most anticipated events—Fireworks…

SC Philharmonic presents Capital Concert Season finale: From the New World

April 14, 2026

The South Carolina Philharmonic closes its Capital Concert Series with the highly anticipated season finale, From the New World, on Saturday, April 25, 2026, 7:30 PM at the Koger Center…

The Midlands’ fourth annual Pink Bow Fashion Show & Auction

April 14, 2026

A Night of Fashion & Philanthropy On Thursday, April 23rd, from 6:00 p.m. to 10 p.m., Jim Hudson Automotive will present the 4th annual Madelyn’s Fund Pink Bow Fashion Show––hosted at…

Leadership South Carolina core program application information

April 14, 2026

Participants in Leadership South Carolina represent a diverse cross-section of our state, including business leaders, nonprofit professionals, government officials, and dedicated community volunteers, all committed to addressing South Carolina’s challenges…

Supporting students in recovery during National Collegiate Recovery Week

April 13, 2026

National Collegiate Recovery Week, observed April 13-17, highlights the importance of supporting college students in recovery and raising awareness about the resources available to help them succeed. The South Carolina…

DAV Charitable Service Trust awards a $35,000 grant to Senior Resources to help provide meals to homebound veterans

April 13, 2026

Senior Resources has received a generous grant of $35,000 from DAV Charitable Service Trust to provide nutritional support through Meals on Wheels to veterans in Richland County. This funding will…

SC State Foundation receives $50,000 grant for scholarships from Power:Ed

April 13, 2026

Power:Ed, the philanthropic arm of South Carolina Student Loan Corporation (SCSLC), has awarded the South Carolina State University Foundation a $50,000 grant to provide scholarships to 35 deserving SC State…

Collins & Lacy welcomes attorney Erin Conroy to the firm

April 13, 2026

Collins & Lacy, P.C. announced that attorney Erin Conroy has joined the firm. A South Carolina native, Erin attended the College of Charleston, where she graduated cum laude with an…

The new rules of reputation management

April 13, 2026

Public relations is changing. For years, many people thought of PR as media coverage, announcements and visibility. Those things still matter, but they are no longer enough. Today, public relations…

Columbia Museum of Art May 2026 exhibitions and events calendar

April 13, 2026

EXHIBITIONS Rodney McMillian: A Son of the Soil On view through June 28, 2026 Rodney McMillian: A Son of the Soil is a thematic presentation of this important American artist’s…

Statewide coalition bringing together businesses for employee health and well-being

April 13, 2026

  Lt. Governor Evette: “Health and well-being is not just a nice thing to do anymore — it is a business imperative” By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The South Carolina…

Entrepreneur Minute – Nikki Haley, The O6 Foundation

April 11, 2026

The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group of…

South Carolina Super Lawyers honors six with SMITH | ROBINSON law firm

April 9, 2026

Six attorneys at SMITH | ROBINSON law firm are being honored by South Carolina Super Lawyers in the rating service’s 2026 lists. Two were named to the main Super Lawyers…

The One who gives life

April 9, 2026

By Jeff Becraft   Yesterday I went to a funeral. The place was jam packed, the music was beautiful. As I sat there, I thought about how it is good…

City of Columbia Community Development Department to host a homebuyer workshop

April 9, 2026

 Who: City of Columbia Community Development Department What: A Homebuyer Workshop to learn essential steps in the home buying process. Topics Include: Fair Credit Practices How credit affects your home buying options Steps to…

Seaboard Vista breaks ground in Columbia’s Vista, blending historic preservation with modern mixed-use development

April 9, 2026

On Tuesday, April 7, community leaders, preservation advocates and development partners gathered in Columbia’s Congaree Vista to celebrate the official groundbreaking of Seaboard Vista — a transformative mixed-use redevelopment that…

USC School of Music celebrates America’s 250th at Congaree National Park

April 9, 2026

The University of South Carolina School of Music will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence with a unique, immersive musical experience at Congaree National Park on…

WSJ reporter to share Murdaugh story at annual USC Buchheit lecture

April 9, 2026

Wall Street Journal reporter, Valerie Bauerlein, will discuss her new book about the Murdaugh family, “Alex Murdaugh and the Fall of the Murdaugh Dynasty” at the annual Buchheit lecture on…

State Museum announces artists selected for “In the Making: Contemporary Craft from South Carolina”

April 9, 2026

The upcoming exhibition will highlight 12 South Carolina-based artists.  The South Carolina State Museum announced the selection of 12 artists from across the state for the upcoming juried exhibition, In…

Student entrepreneurs to showcase their businesses at Soda City Market

April 9, 2026

The City of Columbia and Soda City Market are collaborating to host our fourth annual Student Market Pop Up this Saturday, April 11, 2026. Students (ages 16 and older) will have the opportunity…

Inaugural Songbird Festival at Finlay Park set for May 30th & May 31st

April 9, 2026

Two-day festival brings nationally touring acts and regional favorites to downtown Columbia, with a free kickoff show Friday night  A new music festival is taking flight in the heart of…

South Carolina requesting input on Opportunity Zone nominations

April 9, 2026

Program encourages private investment in economically distressed communities The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce), on behalf of the state of South Carolina, is requesting input to guide the…

US News rankings: nursing graduate program surges into top 20, business remains top public international MBA in the country

April 9, 2026

The University of South Carolina College of Nursing master’s degree program is now ranked as one of the nation’s best, according to the 2026 Best Graduate School rankings released April…

New after-hours pediatric care for working Midlands families

April 8, 2026

The South Carolina Pediatric Alliance (SCPA) announced a new initiative, The Turtle Twilight Pediatric Clinic, to make it easier and more convenient for families across the Midlands to have greater…

Protecting What We Share

April 8, 2026

A Collaborative Future for Our Natural Resources By Tom Mullikin Earth Day is a time to reflect on the state of our natural resources. Across the U.S., especially here in…

Trinity Partners Columbia announces Q1 2026 notable transactions

April 8, 2026

Trinity Partners recently completed the following notable commercial real estate transactions during the first quarter of 2026. Sale Transactions • Robbie Cook and Peyton Bryant, CCIM, SIOR represented the seller…

Governor Henry McMaster, Together SC, United Way Association of South Carolina, and AmeriCorps SC announce 2026 Governor’s Volunteer Award recipients

April 8, 2026

Honoring the People and Partnerships Powering South Carolina Communities During National Volunteer Month Governor Henry McMaster, Together SC, United Way Association of South Carolina, and AmeriCorps SC announced the recipients…

Children’s Charities of the Midlands awards $140,000 to local children’s programs

April 8, 2026

Children’s Charities of the Midlands, in conjunction with the ChippenWhales Plunge Team and partners, has presented $140,000 to local organizations helping children. The funds are the result of their 2025…

Art in the Garden returns to Wales Garden for an afternoon of local art and community connection

April 8, 2026

The Wales Garden neighborhood will once again come alive with creativity during the annual Art in the Garden event, taking place on Saturday April 11, from 2:00 PM to 6:00…

GMK welcomes Jack Stuart to its business development team

April 8, 2026

GMK Associates, Inc., a mainstay design and construction services firm based in Columbia, SC, announced that John Phillip Stuart, Jr., has joined the firm’s business development team. John “Jack” Stuart…

Mission Lexington’s “Mission on the Move” campaign gains momentum through a community leadership gift

April 8, 2026

Mission Lexington announced strong momentum for its Mission on the Move capital campaign, an initiative designed to expand capacity and ensure the organization can serve neighbors in crisis for the…

Orangeburg Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. donates $2,500 to Edisto Habitat for Humanity

April 8, 2026

Edisto Habitat for Humanity accepted a $2,500 donation from the Orangeburg Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. during their 2026 Day of Service, held in honor of Past…

Cohn Construction completes new headquarters for Yip Premier Real Estate

April 8, 2026

Cohn Construction has completed the renovation of the new headquarters for Yip Premier Real Estate, located in Columbia’s Cottontown/Bellevue Historic District. The existing building has been transformed into a modern…

Cohn Construction completes new headquarters for Yip Premier Real Estate

April 7, 2026

Cohn Construction has completed the renovation of the new headquarters for Yip Premier Real Estate, located in Columbia’s Cottontown/Bellevue Historic District. The existing building has been transformed into a modern…

Conference will explore civic education as a solution, producing report for South Carolina

April 7, 2026

A two-day conference at the University of South Carolina will feature scholars from around the country and representatives from 11 colleges in the state exploring how civic education and America’s…

City of Columbia’s 13th Annual Small Business Week Conference

April 7, 2026

The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Columbia Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the City of Columbia’s 13th…

CAE installs live cam overlooking runways

April 7, 2026

Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) recently installed a live feed camera overlooking its runways for the aviation enthusiast, and the aviation curious, to plane spot from anywhere in the world. “In…

City of Columbia hosts one day donation drive to support individuals experiencing homelessness

April 7, 2026

Who: City of Columbia Homeless Services and City of Columbia Community Development What: The City of Columbia Homeless Services department and the City of Columbia Community Development department are partnering for a…