Posts by Cheryl Cooper
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…
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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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Colliers | South Carolina announces Marketing team promotions in Spartanburg and Greenville
May 11, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina announced the promotions of marketing team members Brittany Anderson, Clara Ruth West, Carson Burgess and Megan Medley. Brittany Anderson has been promoted to Senior Marketing Coordinator…
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Is your client’s content GEO-ready?
May 7, 2026
Jeff Reeves Manager at NP Strategy For decades, Search Engine Optimization (SEO) dominated the rules of how content was discovered online. But now, as AI chatbots replace traditional search, a…
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Paseo and Wild Aisle Florals partner on Mother’s Day experience at The Commons
May 7, 2026
Pre-order packages combine Spanish tapas, Cava and sustainable floral design for dine-in and at-home celebrations Paseo and Wild Aisle Florals are partnering on a Mother’s Day collaboration that brings together…
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Upstate Church and P+F Construction break ground on new Five Forks campus
May 7, 2026
Tenth Upstate Church location to open in Spring 2027 Upstate Church, in partnership with P+F Construction, has officially broken ground on its new Five Forks campus, marking an exciting milestone…
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Bon Secours Hospitals receive ‘A’ for patient safety in Leapfrog safety report
May 7, 2026
Bon Secours St. Francis Eastside and Bon Secours St. Francis Downtown both received an “A” grade in the Spring 2026 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a ecognizing the hospitals’ achievements providing…
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Colliers Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in Columbia
May 7, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions across the Columbia region in Q1 of 2026: Industrial Chuck Salley, SIOR, Thomas Beard, SIOR and John…
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Meet Southern culture ambassador Landon Bryant at Mast Store Columbia – May 17
May 6, 2026
The Mast General Store in Downtown Columbia is hosting Southern culture ambassador and comedian Landon Bryant for a book signing on Sunday, May 17, 2026, from 2 p.m. to 4…
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11,108 donors deliver $4,954,690 to local nonprofits through Midlands Gives Day – A record-breaking year
May 6, 2026
Midlands Gives Day 2026 raised more money for local nonprofits than ever before. 11,108 donors contributed $4,954,690 to 523 organizations, bringing the total amount raised since 2014 to more than $37.3 million.…
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College of Charleston to confer degrees during its four spring 2026 commencement ceremonies, May 7–9
May 6, 2026
The College of Charleston will confer undergraduate and graduate degrees during its four spring 2026 commencement ceremonies, May 7–9, 2026. Here’s everything you need to know about the ceremonies, including how to watch at home.…
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Richland Library hosts New York Times bestselling author Lindy West
May 6, 2026Richland Library invites the community to an unforgettable evening with award-winning, New York Times bestselling author Lindy West on Friday, May 15, 2026, from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Richland Library Main as part of the Broader…
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Buried Alive
May 6, 2026
By Tom Poland A road down Edisto Island way will take you past green swamps and oaks dripping with Spanish moss and shanties with bright, sky-blue doors. Churches white…
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19 local students earn prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award for community impact
May 6, 2026
Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands announced the 2026 Gold Award Girl Scout Class. These 19 individuals (nine from the Midlands and ten from the Upstate) have tackled some…
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Fountain Inn calls for last-minute vendors ahead of Juneteenth Soul Food Festival
May 6, 2026
Time is winding down for local businesses, artisans, and food purveyors looking to secure a spot at one of the Upstate’s most anticipated summer gatherings. Main Street Fountain Inn announced…
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2026 South Carolina Arts Awards date, time set
May 6, 2026
Streaming presentation on Sunday, May 17 at 7 p.m. The South Carolina Arts Commission is announcing that it will recognize nine distinct and deserving recipients of the 2026 South Carolina…
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Colliers welcomes new Property Administrator in Greenville
May 6, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina announced the addition of Haley Tapp as a Property Administrator in the Greenville office. She joins the firm’s Real Estate Management Services (REMS) team, supporting operations…
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SC Philharmonic returns to Finlay Park with “John Williams’ America” free movie music concert – June 6
May 6, 2026
The South Carolina Philharmonic announced a free outdoor concert, John Williams’ America, on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM at Finlay Park. Presented by the City of Columbia, the…
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South Carolina health officials urge residents to prepare now for 2026 hurricane season
May 5, 2026
In advance of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, which officially begins on June 1, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) joins partners in observing National Hurricane Preparedness Week…
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Columbia Chamber and BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina announce 2026 Small Business Champion Program winners
May 4, 2026
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and the Columbia Chamber announced five businesses that have been selected to take part in the 2026 class of the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina…
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Historic Columbia May 2026 Events
May 4, 2026
It is Preservation Month in the capital city and Historic Columbia celebrates local history and preservation! Keep reading to learn about our upcoming events, local historic preservation and history initiatives,…
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The Spirit We Move With documentary up for a Shorty Award
May 4, 2026The Spirit We Move With, a documentary focused on Hilton Head Island’s Gullah community, has won “Best Documentary Short” at the Columbus International Film & Animation Festival and has also…
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