Posts by Erik Crawford
Denmark Tech celebrates first electrician apprenticeship program completers
November 20, 2025
Denmark Technical College recently held a historic ceremony to celebrate the first group of completers from its electrician apprenticeship program. The event marked a major step forward in the college’s continued commitment…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
Together SC unveils five-year strategic plan to strengthen and unite South Carolina’s nonprofit network
November 20, 2025
Together SC, the state’s network for nonprofit and philanthropic leaders, has announced a new five-year strategic plan to guide its work through 2030. Rooted in the organization’s mission to strengthen…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
City of Columbia partners with BizArts for “Friends Building” fundraiser to support local families and youth
November 20, 2025
The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities (OBO) partnerd with 7Sunday’s BizArts, led by Army veteran and entrepreneur Deon Generette, to host Friends Building, a Friendsgiving-inspired fundraiser and networking…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announces Angels for 2025
November 19, 2025
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced the Angels of 2025. Secretary Hammond honored this year’s ten Angel charities in a ceremony at the Edgar Brown Building on the…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, georgetown-sc-gazette, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: government, on-the-move
City of Columbia selected for new Community Forest Program through Trees4SC
November 18, 2025
The City of Columbia has been selected as one of three South Carolina communities to participate in Trees4SC!, a new statewide community forestry initiative led by the Green Infrastructure Center…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Columbia’s Gingerbread House Competition returns—free family event supports local families
November 18, 2025The sweetest tradition in the Midlands returns this holiday season! The 3rd Annual SC Gingerbread House Competition, hosted by Davis Architecture at AIA Columbia (1530 Main Street, Columbia, SC), invites families, artists, bakers,…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: festivals-special-events, on-the-move
Stay Local, Go Far: South Carolina Talent Initiative positions the College of Charleston’s financial aid package as best in the state
November 18, 2025
The College of Charleston is combining the power of philanthropy and the strength of the university’s financial aid resources to launch the South Carolina Talent Initiative (SCTI). The initiative encourages students to Stay Local, Go Far. Beginning with the…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: education, on-the-move
Columbia College appoints Bruce M. Lawrence as Interim Vice President of Development
November 18, 2025
President John H. Dozier announced the appointment of Bruce M. Lawrence as the Interim Vice President of Development at Columbia College. Lawrence brings more than 20 years of experience in…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
Greenville-Spartanburg Airport Commission elects new officers
November 18, 2025
At its November 10 meeting, the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport Commission elected Doug Smith to serve as Chair and Leland Burch to serve as Vice Chair, effective January 1, 2026. Smith, who…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, transportation
City of Columbia, Prisma Health® and National Fitness Campaign launch third Fitness Court® at Rosewood Park
November 18, 2025
The City of Columbia, Prisma Health® and the National Fitness Campaign (NFC) celebrated the opening of the third Fitness Court® in Columbia with a ribbon-cutting ceremony held at Rosewood Park,…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Design/Development Review Commission | Thursday, November 20, 2025
November 18, 2025
On Thursday, November 20, 2025, the Design/Development Review Commission meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the public who…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Upstate Warrior Solution announces new board members
November 18, 2025
Upstate Warrior Solution (UWS) is welcomeing three new members to its Board of Directors: Jennings Lyon, LyonJay Founding Partner and CEO of LyonJay; Jen Buckner, Senior Vice President of Technology…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: construction, on-the-move
City of Columbia celebrates grand re-opening of Finlay Park
November 18, 2025
A restored destination for community, culture, recreation, and connection The City of Columbia proudly celebrated the Grand Re-Opening of Finlay Park on Saturday, November 15, 2025, marking the completion of a transformative revitalization…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
Denmark Technical College celebrates 10th cohort of electrical lineworker graduates
November 18, 2025
Denmark Technical College proudly marked a major milestone as it celebrated the graduation of its 10th cohort of electrical lineworkers. The ceremony, held at the James W. Bowden Sr. Lineworker Range, honored the…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
Columbia Cell-A-Brates Cinema smartphone filmmaking contest winners announced at Red Carpet Premiere
November 18, 2025
The City of Columbia announced the winners of the first Columbia Cell-A-Brates Cinema smart phone filmmaking competition, an opportunity created for movie enthusiasts and filmmakers of all age and skill…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
South Carolina State Museum named 2025 InventEd Regional Summit Awardee
November 18, 2025
Museum receives national recognition for advancing creativity and problem solving in education The South Carolina State Museum is proud to announce that it has been selected by the InventEd Network…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
Charleston County School Board extends Superintendent Huggins’ contract following exemplary evaluation
November 13, 2025
At its November 10, 2025, Board Meeting, the Charleston County School District (CCSD) Board of Trustees voted 8 – 1 to extend the contract of Superintendent Anita Huggins from February…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: education, on-the-move
Public meeting for West Ashley City Office Building postponed
November 13, 2025
The City of Charleston has postponed the public meeting for the proposed West Ashley City Office Building planned for 1660 and 1662 Ingram Road. The meeting was scheduled to occur…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: government, on-the-move
The Charleston Metro Chamber welcomes Nicole Hodges as Member Experience Coordinator
November 13, 2025
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce announced that Nicole Hodges has joined the organization as Member Experience Coordinator. In this role, Hodges will oversee daily member interactions, both in-person and…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: on-the-move, transportation
Central Park Road set to open Friday as Festival of Lights begins at James Island County Park
November 13, 2025
Central Park Road will open to vehicular traffic at 5 p.m., Friday, November 14, in conjunction with the start of the annual Festival of Lights holiday tradition at the James…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: economic-development, government, on-the-move
Truliant & Truliant Foundation matching donations for holiday hunger relief
November 13, 2025
To combat food insecurity during the holidays, Truliant is teaming up with the Truliant Foundation by matching donations made to the Truliant Foundation through December 31 to support regional food…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Trustus Theatre presents Into the Woods, a magical journey through fairy tales and consequences
November 13, 2025
Trustus Theatre Presents Into the Woods, a Magical Journey Through Fairy Tales and Consequences Trustus Theatre invites audiences to journey Into the Woods this holiday season with Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s Tony…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, the-arts
Samsung hosted 9th annual Veterans Day Luncheon
November 13, 2025
650 meals were provided to veterans during the drive-thru event On Saturday, November 1, Samsung Electronics Home Appliances America (SEHA) hosted its Ninth Annual Veterans Day Luncheon in Newberry, continuing…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: manufacturing, on-the-move
NIH awards MUSC researcher $6.5M grant for precision neurorehab center
November 11, 2025
The National Institutes of Health has awarded Steven Kautz, Ph.D., a $6.5 million grant to start a center focused on precision neurorehabilitation research to help people affected by strokes and other…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: health-care, on-the-move
Peace Center unveils yearlong Song Sessions for The Mockingbird — Greenville’s newest live music venue
November 11, 2025
The Peace Center kicks off its 35th season with a month of big announcements! Coming off the heels of unveiling GRAMMY-winning country music superstar Maren Morris as part of its milestone season lineup, the…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: entertainment, on-the-move, the-arts
GATHER COLA announces grand opening in the BullStreet District
November 11, 2025Gather COLA, Columbia’s only open-air food hall, announced its grand opening on Friday, December 5, 2025, in the heart of the BullStreet District. Located at 2191 Pickens Street, Gather GOLA…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: headlines, on-the-move, restaurant, retail
United Way of Greenville County expands relief efforts as federal shutdown impacts families during the holidays
November 11, 2025
As the longest federal shutdown in history continues to impact thousands across the Upstate, United Way of Greenville County is expanding relief efforts to help families facing lost income, food insecurity,…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Mex 1 Coastal Cantina marks Veterans Day with free meals, expands ongoing support for Warrior Surf Foundation
November 11, 2025
Mex 1 Coastal Cantina will honor Lowcountry veterans this Veterans Day with a complimentary meal for all veterans on Tuesday, Nov. 11, at each of its Charleston-area locations. The offer is…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: on-the-move, retail
ECCO fills the gap to feed local families
November 11, 2025
The shelves of East Cooper Community Outreach’s Wellness Food Pantry shelves are filling back up thanks to the generosity of the local community. But as food donations arrive, the need…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Greer Relief responds to federal shutdown & SNAP delays
November 11, 2025
Greer Relief remains committed to stabilizing and empowering our neighbors as the effects of the federal shutdown continue to impact families across our community. Delays in SNAP benefits and lost…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
SC Launch Inc. announces investment in SiteLabs
November 11, 2025
SC Launch Inc., the investment affiliate of the South Carolina Research Authority, has invested $300,000 in SiteLabs, Inc. The Clemson-based health technology company is transforming independent pharmacies into neighborhood hubs…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: entrepreneurship, hi-tech-information-tech, on-the-move
Light up the night at NEON Joy in Five Points!
November 11, 2025
Five Points shines bright with a night of lights, music, and holiday cheer on Friday, November 21 The holiday season in Columbia officially kicks off in Five Points with NEON…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
Residents invited to share input on future of Transportation Sales Tax program at Nov. 17 meeting
November 11, 2025
Charleston County Public Works officials will hold a Transportation Sales Tax (TST) public input meeting at 6:30 p.m., Monday, November 17, 2025, in the event hall at the Park Circle…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: government, on-the-move, transportation
ECCO kicks off the Season of Gratitude with a call to “Do Good Together”
November 11, 2025
East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO) is launching its annual Season of Gratitude campaign, reminding the community that generosity and compassion are what make the holidays truly meaningful. As Thanksgiving approaches,…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
TriCounty Link hosting series of transit study open houses this month
November 11, 2025
TriCounty Link Transit Study Overview Community members are encouraged to attend, learn more about potential service changes, and provide input TriCounty Link (TCL) is hosting a series of open houses…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: government, on-the-move, transportation
The 36th annual Holiday Festival of Lights opens Nov. 14 at James Island County Park
November 11, 2025
Grand Opening Activities and Nightly Entertainment Let your heart be light – this year’s Holiday Festival of Lights is almost here! James Island County Park’s beloved light show opens on…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: entertainment, on-the-move
Corcoran receives $10,000 from local partner ATI
November 11, 2025
A.C. Corcoran Elementary School Principal Chris Holbrook recently accepted a “game-changing” donation of $10,000 from Advanced Technology International (ATI) through its Foundation to support students and families at Corcoran. ATI is…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: education, on-the-move
Ripken Foundation donates STEM center to Johns Island Elementary
November 11, 2025
The Ripken Foundation installed an age-appropriate STEM Center at Johns Island Elementary School on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. The STEM Center was funded by Allen Reed, a Johns Island native and friend of…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: education, on-the-move
Stall PE program recognized as first-ever Physical Adeptness and Literacy Model Institution Region Winner
November 11, 2025
The South Carolina Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (SCAHPERD) named R.B. Stall High School the first-ever Physical Adeptness and Literacy Model Institution (PALMI) Region Winner for the Lowcountry for…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: education, on-the-move
City of Columbia municipal election results and runoff election
November 9, 2025
The City of Columbia Municipal Election Commission met as the Board of Canvassers on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. to certify the results of the Municipal Election held…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: government, on-the-move
City of Columbia to hold 47th annual Veterans Day Parade
November 9, 2025
The City of Columbia will hold the 47th Annual Veterans Day Parade on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. The parade will start at the intersection of Sumter Street and…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, veterans
Duke Energy kicks off monthlong campaign providing more than $600,000 to help fight hunger in South Carolina
November 9, 2025
Effort will assist at least 60 feeding programs amid funding uncertainties as colder weather and holiday season approaches Since 2021, Duke Energy and Duke Energy Foundation have dedicated more than…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: energy, on-the-move
City of Columbia announces closure of Assembly Street between Catawba Street and Whaley Street
November 9, 2025
The Southern Commercial Development, LLC and Norfolk Southern Rail will be closing Assembly Street, between Catawba Street and Whaley Street starting on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 2:00 a.m. and is…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, transportation
Sierra helps families save big this holiday season with the opening of its new Columbia store
November 9, 2025
Active and outdoor retailer Sierra is helping families in Columbia save big this holiday season with the opening of its newest store in Columbia. Sierra offers savings of 20-60% less than department…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: business-services, on-the-move
State Museum to host book talk with renowned environmental writer Margaret Renkl
November 9, 2025
Free event to feature conversation, reception and book signing on December 2 The South Carolina State Museum invites the public to celebrate South Carolina Arbor Day with a special evening featuring acclaimed…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
Local nonprofits dedicate initial $340K to The Care Fund for support during government shutdown
November 9, 2025Coastal Community Foundation, Trident United Way, and Palmetto Goodwill held a joint press conference on Wednesday to announce more than $340,000 committed to supporting the region through The Care Fund.…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move
Highly anticipated Credit One Charleston Open returns with world-class players and enhanced fan experiences
November 9, 2025
Single session tickets available today for the WTA 500 professional tennis tournament The Credit One Charleston Open, North America’s premier women’s-only tennis tournament, will return for its 54th year in 2026…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: on-the-move, sports
Columbia High JAG Program receives $9,375 donation from 100 Women Who Care; recognized by South Carolina House of Representatives
November 9, 2025
Columbia High School’s Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) program was recognized for its outstanding accomplishments during the program’s induction ceremony October 29. The program received a $9,375 donation from the…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: education, on-the-move
Dick Harpootlian launches Dig Me a Grave book tour
November 9, 2025
Tour begins Dec. 16 in Columbia, SC, the city where Donald “Pee Wee” Gaskins, South Carolina’s most prolific killer and the book’s protagonist, was put to death nearly 35 years…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, georgetown-sc-gazette, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: law, on-the-move, the-arts
SCETV explores aging and caregiving in new episode of Impact South Carolina and live episode of Palmetto Perspectives
November 9, 2025
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) announced the premiere of a new episode of IMPACT South Carolina as well as an opportunity for the public to be part of the live studio audience…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, georgetown-sc-gazette, upstatebizsc, laurenscountybuzz Category: media, on-the-move
