Posts by Cheryl Cooper
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd earns prominent rankings for practices and attorneys in Chambers USA 2026 Guide
June 4, 2026
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A., has once again earned distinguished recognition in the Chambers and Partners USA 2026 Guide, a testament to the firm’s commitment to legal excellence across South Carolina.…
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Local Developer announces plans to acquire Brighton Technology Park in Chapin
June 3, 2026
Brighton Capital Partners announced plans to acquire the 200 acres in Chapin, currently known as Brighton Technology Park. According to Brighton Capital Partners President and Lexington County resident, Andy White,…
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‘Tis the season for graduations and my 2026 “20 lessons” list
June 3, 2026
By Reba Hull Campbell ‘Tis the season for graduations, new jobs and life transitions. It’s also the season for my annual updated “20 lessons” list. A number of years ago,…
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June is Zero Tolerance for Litter Month in South Carolina
June 3, 2026
June marks Zero Tolerance for Litter Month in South Carolina, a statewide initiative led by PalmettoPride and the South Carolina Litter Control Association aimed at reducing litter, illegal dumping, and…
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My City Of Dust Calendar
June 3, 2026
By Tom Poland Passport To Preservation John Mulhouse sent me his 2026 Abandoned New Mexico City of Dust calendar, and it’s a keeper. John’s beat is why. “The lost…
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Colliers completes sale of Downtown Columbia office building
June 3, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina’s Tommy Johnson, SIOR and Zach Lundberg represented Yorktown Investment Holdings in the sale of 712 Calhoun Street, an approximately 4,672-square-foot office building to SB Property Investments…
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Two Senior Marketing Coordinators advance at Colliers in Columbia
June 2, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina announced the promotions of Amy Fowler and Sarah Schilling to Senior Marketing Coordinator, supporting multimedia marketing efforts for brokerage associates in the Columbia office. Fowler and…
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City of Columbia launches public survey for Sharing the Road safety action plan
June 1, 2026
The Sharing the Road project team has developed draft program, policy, and project recommendations aimed at making our roadways safer. We hope you’ll take a look and provide your thoughts via…
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Hayden Ponder joins Colliers as Marketing Assistant in Greenville
June 1, 2026
Greenville native and recent Anderson University graduate joins Colliers | South Carolina Colliers | South Carolina announced the addition of Hayden Ponder as Marketing Assistant in its Greenville office. In…
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Complete Fan Guide: Match day operations and entry policies for GE Vernova Park
May 28, 2026
Professional soccer is entering a bold new era in the Upstate next week as the Greenville Triumph Soccer Club officially prepares to host its highly anticipated 2026 home opener. The…
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Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands calls on community to nominate women leaders for 2026 Boots & Pearls Awards
May 28, 2026
Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands (GSSC-MM) is calling on the local community to help shine a spotlight on extraordinary women by submitting nominations for the 2026 Boots &…
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A.C. Flora girls soccer team wins second consecutive state championship
May 27, 2026
A.C. Flora High School’s girls soccer team won the 2026 Class AAAA state championship May 22, defeating Bishop England High School 1-1 (5-3 in penalty kicks) at Memorial Stadium. This…
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Colliers’ Grayson Greiner receives Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) Designation
May 27, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina’s Grayson Greiner has been awarded the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation by the CCIM Institute. This prestigious designation recognizes him as an expert in commercial…
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Man, The Intruder
May 27, 2026
By Tom Poland The rains of late and spring’s approach set my mind on the Carolina bays, those coastal plain wetlands of mystery and life. The elliptical depressions are…
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South Carolina first in nation to designate annual Gold Shield Day for fallen first responders
May 27, 2026
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster has signed legislation making the Palmetto State the first in the nation to permanently designate June 1 as “Gold Shield Day,” an annual day of…
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Flummoxed over the flag: The historic loophole keeping South Carolina’s iconic banner in limbo
May 27, 2026
It is proudly displayed on front porches, stamped across t-shirts, and flown atop government buildings from the Upstate down to the coast. Yet, despite its status as one of the…
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DPH urges residents to take simple precautions as mosquito season begins
May 27, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) reminds South Carolinians of several tips to help prevent mosquito bites and eliminate mosquito larval habitats while enjoying time outside this summer.…
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Colliers Report: South Carolina Hospitality Market Q1 2026
May 26, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Hospitality Market Updates Megan Lawson | Market Analyst Higher-end properties continued to perform statewide, while several markets saw activity return towards historical norms following…
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Yip Premier Real Estate opens new headquarters in Columbia’s Cottontown neighborhood
May 26, 2026
Yip Premier Real Estate officially opened its new headquarters at 2200 Sumter Street with a ribbon cutting ceremony attended by city leaders, preservation advocates, economic development officials, and community partners.…
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City of Columbia welcomes America250’s “Our American Story” nationwide initiative to the Capital City
May 26, 2026
The City of Columbia invites residents and visitors to take part in a unique opportunity to help tell the story of America as the America250 initiative brings its nationwide “Our American…
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South Carolina’s Hands-Free law in full effect as 100 Deadly Days of Summer begin
May 25, 2026
Memorial Day marks the start of the 100 Deadly Days of Summer, and the South Carolina Department of Public Safety is urging drivers to put the phone down before getting…
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South Carolina officials urge preparation ahead of June 1 Hurricane Season
May 25, 2026
With the calendar flipping to June, South Carolina officials are reminding residents that the time to prepare for severe tropical weather is before a storm ever develops in the Atlantic.…
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Memorial Day and Veterans Day: Understanding America’s military holidays
May 21, 2026Every year, Americans pause to honor those connected to military service, but Memorial Day and Veterans Day are often misunderstood or used interchangeably. While both recognize sacrifice and service, they…
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Memorial Day and Veterans Day: Understanding America’s military holidays
May 21, 2026Every year, Americans pause to honor those connected to military service, but Memorial Day and Veterans Day are often misunderstood or used interchangeably. While both recognize sacrifice and service, they…
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National Golf Foundation president and CEO Greg Nathan to join Golf Business LIVE
May 21, 2026
The National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA) announces that Greg Nathan, president and chief executive officer of the National Golf Foundation (NGF), will appear as the special guest on the next episode…
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Palmetto Citizens names Tammi Strong as 2026 Youth Financial Educator of the Year
May 21, 2026
Honor presented to Airport High School teacher for her exemplary commitment to financial education The Palmetto Citizens Foundation, a charitable giving organization committed to giving back to local communities, has…
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Riley Institute launches South Carolina Education Data Tool to expand access to school performance insights
May 21, 2026
The Riley Institute at Furman University has officially launched the South Carolina Education Data Tool, a new interactive data visualization platform designed to make South Carolina school report card data…
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City of Columbia launches public survey for Sharing the Road safety action plan
May 21, 2026
The Sharing the Road project team has developed draft program, policy, and project recommendations aimed at making our roadways safer. We hope you’ll take a look and provide your thoughts via…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
City of Columbia to highlight Gun Violence Awareness Month with Walk and Community Day
May 21, 2026
This Wear Orange Walk will highlight the beginning of National Gun Violence Awareness Month, which takes place in June annually. The event is scheduled for Saturday, June 6, 2026, is…
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The World Book
May 20, 2026
By Tom Poland A lulu of a lady sold my parents a set of the World Book Encyclopedia. Miss Lulu Goolsby to be exact. It changed my life living…
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Recognizing the signs: how South Carolina is working to improve stroke survival
May 20, 2026
Stroke by the Numbers in South Carolina The toll stroke takes on South Carolinians is significant. According to the SC Department of Public Health, stroke is the state’s fifth biggest…
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Wild Wing’s Avocet Course closes to undergo major restoration project
May 19, 2026
Wild Wing’s Avocet Course closed on May 18 for a four-month restoration project designed to return the acclaimed Jeff Brauer-Larry Nelson layout to the top of the Myrtle Beach market. The…
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South Carolina ETV receives five Southeast Emmy® Awards
May 18, 2026
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) received five Emmy® Awards from the Regional Southeast Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) at the 2026 Southeast Regional Emmy® Awards held…
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No Name Deli ribbon cutting
May 18, 2026
Beloved Columbia deli officially celebrates its relocated downtown home while continuing the same fast, familiar service customers know and love — same menu, same staff, new address. No Name Deli…
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As boating season kicks off, state law and common sense demand safety on the water
May 18, 2026
National Safe Boating Week, May 16-22, serves as a timely reminder before Memorial Day weekend With Memorial Day weekend approaching and South Carolina’s lakes, rivers, and coastal waters filling up…
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South Carolina law now protects farmers’ roadside markets from commercial zoning, regulation
May 18, 2026
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster signed legislation into law May 15 that gives the state’s farmers new protections for roadside markets, shielding them from commercial zoning requirements and regulations that…
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Notice of Public Meeting: Shady Grove Apartment Development
May 15, 2026
The Irmo Planning Commission invites all residents to a public Q&A session regarding the proposed Shady Grove apartment complex. The developer, American Community Developers, Inc., will be present to share project details and…
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FEMA approves more than $1.2 billion to support recovery in seven southeastern states
May 14, 2026
FEMA recently approved more than $1.2 billion in funding to support recovery in Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. This includes $1.1 billion to reimburse for…
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Pyramid Contracting breaks ground on The Vault in Greenville, SC
May 14, 2026
Pyramid Contracting announced the start of construction on The Vault in Greenville, South Carolina, where our team is serving as the General Contractor for this unique new development. The Vault…
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Richland One Chief Operations Officer named South Carolina District-Level Administrator of the Year
May 14, 2026
Bob Grant, Richland One’s chief operations officer, has been named the 2026-2027 South Carolina District-Level Administrator of the Year by the South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA). PHOTO: Bob…
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Inaugural Colonial Life Charity Classic tees off today in Columbia
May 14, 2026
Korn Ferry Tour Event Brings World-Class Golf, Live Music, and Family-Friendly Entertainment to the Midlands The inaugural Colonial Life Charity Classic officially begins today, welcoming the future stars of the…
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Colliers expands tenant mix at Palmetto Plaza with lease to Bougie Kids Consignment
May 14, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina’s Zach Lundberg represented the landlord, Palmetto Plaza Associates, in the lease of 2,550 square feet of retail space to Bougie Kids Consignment at Palmetto Plaza in…
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A Striped Bass & An Oak
May 13, 2026
By Tom Poland Though my hair was chestnut brown, I was green, a young writer hoping to create something memorable. I needed inspiration and I found it in a…
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Jenn Scuteri of Revolutionary War Visitors Center named 2026 Olde English District Hospitality Employee of the Year
May 13, 2026
The Olde English District Tourism Commission (OED) announced that Jenn Scuteri, Welcome Center Information Specialist at the Revolutionary War Visitors Center, has been distinguished as the 2026 Olde English District…
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Dick Goodwin Big Band performs “Broadway and Beyond” at the Arts Center of Kershaw County on May 28
May 12, 2026
The Arts Center of Kershaw County welcomed the renowned Dick Goodwin Big Band for a thrilling evening of live jazz on Wednesday, May 28, at 7:30 PM – bringing one…
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BlueCross BlueShield of SC partners with Generational Performance Solutions
May 12, 2026
Release pending.
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Colliers announces new operations and accounting hires in Columbia office
May 12, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina announced three new hires in its Columbia office: Lauren Hinrichs, Senior Business Operations Analyst; Jacob Reese, CPA, Senior Property Accountant; and Tanner Odom, Property Accountant. They…
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Colliers Report: Columbia Industrial Market Q1 2026
May 11, 2026
New vacancies set for rapid backfill amidst strong demand & rising rents. Market Highlights The Columbia industrial market saw vacancy tick up despite nearly 1.6M square feet of gross absorption, driven…
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Black Dog Pizza grand opening on Main St – May 12
May 11, 2026
Black Dog Pizza brings a fresh energy to downtown Columbia, blending Old World inspiration with a modern, laid back pizza bar experience. Known for its crisp, Neo Neapolitan style pizza,…
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Hood Construction celebrates 40 years of Building It The Right Way
May 11, 2026
Hood Construction, a Columbia locally owned general contractor, proudly marks its 40th anniversary in 2026, celebrating four decades of “Building It The Right Way” and serving communities across South Carolina.…
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