Posts by Erik Crawford
Andrea Gadsden to lead districtwide initiatives as CCSD Director of Special Projects
April 21, 2026
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced that Andrea Gadsden has been named Director of Special Projects. Ms. Gadsden brings nearly two decades of experience in Charleston County School District, having…
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Hannah Bodie named next Principal of Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary
April 21, 2026
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced that Hannah Bodie has been selected as the next principal of Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School, effective July 1, 2026. Ms. Bodie will succeed…
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Dredging projects finish, boosting Isle of Palms coast with no local costs
April 21, 2026
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Charleston District, officially finishes two successful dredging and sand placement projects on the Isle of Palms, April 20, 2026. The Breach Inlet Beneficial…
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Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce awards annual scholarships to outstanding local seniors
April 21, 2026
The Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce (MPCC) announced the recipients of its 2026 scholarship program. At the Chamber’s monthly luncheon held on Thursday, April 16, two $2,000 scholarships were awarded…
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Fairfield County Economic Development announces acquisition of remaining property for Peach Road industrial site
April 21, 2026
Fairfield County Economic Development announced the acquisition of the remaining property needed to fully assemble the Peach Road Industrial Site, a master-planned industrial park positioned to support long-term economic growth,…
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Lexington Two spring career expo is May 5
April 21, 2026
Register today for Lexington School District Two’s Spring Career Expo, set for Tuesday, May 5. The district has a variety of career opportunities for the current and upcoming 2026-2027 school year, among them:…
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City of Columbia extends partnership with Instacart for third year of Grocery Access Pilot (GAP) program
April 21, 2026
Instacart’s technology connects families in food deserts with online grocery delivery and monthly funds to spend on produce City of Columbia, South Carolina, Mayor Daniel Rickenmann and Instacart, the leading…
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Award-winning Devine Cinnamon Roll Deli announces Lexington, SC expansion
April 21, 2026
The Devine Cinnamon Roll Deli, a nationally celebrated and award-winning concept born in Columbia, South Carolina, is bringing its iconic cinnamon rolls and elevated comfort menu to Lexington. The new…
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Irmo Town Council Meeting – Tues., April 21, 2026 @ 6:00 pm
April 21, 2026
The Irmo Town Council will hold a meeting on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 TIME: 6:00 p.m. LOCATION: The Municipal Building (behind Irmo Town Hall) 7300 Woodrow Street Irmo, South Carolina 29063 VIEW…
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Dominion Energy to begin performing tree trimming activities as scheduled for 2026
April 21, 2026
Dominion Energy will begin performing tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods on Monday, April 20, 2026, at 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Distribution Line Tree Trimming:…
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Carolina Handling named 2026 Raymond Dealer of Distinction
April 21, 2026
Carolina Handling has received the prestigious award from The Raymond Corporation for 35 consecutive years. For the 35th year in a row, Carolina Handling has been named a Dealer of Distinction…
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Brittons 30th anniversary celebration
April 21, 2026
WHO: Councilman Will Brennan, City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities, and Owner Stacy Levinson WHAT: Brittons is hosting a press conference in honor of its 30th Anniversary celebration on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at…
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City of Columbia Homeless Services Department to hold Shine for Shelter car wash fundraiser for Rapid Shelter Columbia
April 21, 2026
Who: City of Columbia Homeless Services Department and United Way of the Midlands What: The City of Columbia Homeless Services department is partnering with United Way of the Midlands to host Shine…
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Beck’s Nails and Spa grand opening
April 21, 2026
WHO: Councilman Tyler D. Bailey, City of Columbia Economic Development, and Owner Bekah Kayy. WHAT: The City of Columbia’s Office of Economic Development will be hosting a ribbon cutting for Beck’s Nails and…
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City of Columbia Police Department to host peace walk to promote unity and community safety
April 21, 2026
The City of Columbia Police Department will host a “Peace Walk for a Safer Community” on Saturday, April 25, 2026, inviting residents to come together in support of unity, understanding,…
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Town of Irmo renames Irmo Town Park to honor longtime public services director Whitt Cline
April 16, 2026
The Town of Irmo is proud to announce the official renaming of the Irmo Town Park to the Whitt Cline Community Park. This change, formalized by the unanimous adoption of Resolution No. 26-04 on March…
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Lily Pad refreshes Greenville County DSS office to provide trauma-informed spaces for children in foster care
April 16, 2026
Updated Living Room-Style Rooms Offer Comfort, Safety, and Resources for Children and Youth in Foster Care Lily Pad: A Soft Place to Land, a local nonprofit creating trauma-informed, welcoming spaces…
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Richland One released from state’s fiscal caution designation
April 16, 2026
State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver notified Richland One leaders on April 14, 2026 that the district has been released from its fiscal caution designation. On August 2, 2024, the…
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New documentary The Soil Remembers to premiere in Greenville with two unique experiences
April 16, 2026
A new documentary, The Soil Remembers, will debut in Greenville this spring with two distinct premiere events, offering audiences both a traditional theater screening and an intimate, chef-driven dining experience.…
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City of Greenville project update
April 16, 2026
Full Closure of Church Street Bridge Begins May 3 Bridge Closes Until Mid-June; East McBee Avenue Temporarily Impacted The final stage of South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) construction on…
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Poe Mill Music celebrates one-year anniversary with inaugural Jam Fest, highlighting Greenville’s music community
April 16, 2026
Poe Mill Music will celebrate its first anniversary this spring with the launch of Jam Fest, a daylong event on Saturday, April 25, spotlighting the Upstate’s vibrant music scene and the…
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Greenville City News: City Council Priorities, GVL2040 Plan to Guide Spending
April 16, 2026
Proposed FY27 Budget Invests in Housing, Open Space, Mobility and Growth Management Greenville City Council priorities of Public Safety, Mobility and Transportation, Recreation, Open Spaces and Resilience, Neighborhoods and Affordable…
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Eagle Aviation ranked among top 5% of aviation service providers in the Americas
April 16, 2026
Top-tier recognition in the 2026 AIN FBO Survey for service to private aviation at Columbia Metropolitan Airport Eagle Aviation at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) has been recognized among the top…
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Free outdoor concert series coming to Columbia as Koger Center launches Levitt AMP music series
April 16, 2026
The Koger Center for the Arts has set the headliners for the first Levitt AMP Columbia Music Series, a series of free outdoor concerts sponsored in part by the LevittFoundation. The concerts will…
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MUSC recognized across disciplines in 2026 U.S. News best graduate schools rankings
April 16, 2026
Four programs rank in the top 25 nationally, led by Occupational Therapy’s No. 8 ranking The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) earned national recognition in the 2026 U.S. News…
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Columbia College president Dr. John H. Dozier honored with Health Equity Circle of Champions Award
April 16, 2026
Recognition highlights leadership in advancing health access, education, and community partnerships across the Midlands Columbia College President John H. Dozier has been named a recipient of the Health Equity Circle…
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College of Charleston awarded large grant that shines spotlight on learning through culture, foodways
April 16, 2026
The College of Charleston is announcing a transformative $1.5 million grant from the Mellon Foundation to reshape experiential learning through the lens of Lowcountry foodways. This funding will empower the new…
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LiveWildFest coming to Firefly Distillery on May 2nd
April 16, 2026
LiveWildFest is back, and it’s happening in just two weeks on May 2, 2026, at Firefly Distillery. Charleston’s homegrown health and wellness festival returns for a full day of movement, music, and community connection,…
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17th annual Trio Coastal Culinary Experience returns to Myrtle Beach for an evening of exceptional flavors, networking, and entertainment
April 16, 2026
The Myrtle Beach Area Hospitality Association (MBAHA) and the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) announced the return of the 17th Annual Trio Coastal Culinary Experience. This premier event…
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Irmo Town Limits Free Concert Series
April 16, 2026
The Irmo Town Limits Free Concert Series is coming to Moore Park! Join us for three Friday nights of live music, community spirit, and local eats. Best of all? Admittance is…
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Public information meeting for Main Street Vista District connector project
April 16, 2026
Who: The City of Columbia and the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) What: The City of Columbia and the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) proposes to improve pedestrian and motorist…
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USC’s nursing and education graduate programs rank best in SC
April 16, 2026
USC’s College of Nursing master’s degree program moved up five spots to No. 18 nationally and is the top program in South Carolina, according to the 2026 Best Graduate School rankings…
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USC Next projects receive state approval
April 16, 2026
The legislature’s Joint Bond Review Committee and the S.C. State Fiscal Accountability Authority approved several key projects across the USC system, reflecting continued confidence in USC’s careful, long-term planning under its USC…
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Senate Finance budget invests in USC, higher ed statewide
April 16, 2026
The S.C. Senate Finance Committee (SFC), chaired by Sen. Harvey Peeler, has advanced its budget recommendations with support of Sen. Ronnie Cromer’s (Pharmacy ’73) Higher Education Subcommittee — marking the next important step in…
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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…
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Lanthorne taps homebuilding industry leader Josh Hutzler as chief operating officer
April 14, 2026
Lanthorne Homes, a brand of Front Light Building Company, has announced the hiring of Josh Hutzler as their new Chief Operating Officer. With more than 25 years of leadership experience in…
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Catch summer fun at Charleston County Parks’ fishing pier tournaments
April 14, 2026
Cast Off Fishing Tournaments are back at the Folly Beach and Mount Pleasant Piers this summer! This summer, catch fish, fun and prizes during tournaments at the Folly Beach Pier…
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Army engineers seek public input on Charleston Brick Arches rehab
April 14, 2026
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Charleston District, is seeking public input on environmental documents that could impact the City of Charleston’s Brick Arches Stormwater Project rehabilitation. USACE, in…
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Greenville Theatre celebrates 100 years with 1920s-themed centennial gala
April 14, 2026
Greenville Theatre proudly celebrated its historic milestone on April 9th with a spectacular 1920s-themed Centennial Gala honoring 100 years of performance, creativity, and community impact. The evening brought together supporters,…
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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…
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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%…
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Clemson ring endowment established by the Molyneaux family
April 14, 2026
When his parents asked John Molyneaux ’25 what kind of philanthropic gift they could make to Clemson University in honor of his graduation, he didn’t have to think twice before…
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Inaugural Launchpad Real Estate Entrepreneurship Symposium draws 150, connects professionals from across the industry
April 14, 2026
The professional event was designed to bring together a national network of Clemson-affiliated real estate experts. More than 30 professionals from residential, commercial and alternative real estate, along with experts…
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New scholarships help open a path for future engineers to transfer from Tri-County Technical College to Clemson University
April 14, 2026
Funding for STEPS2Clemson comes from a National Science Foundation program called Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (S-STEM). Aspiring engineers at Tri-County Technical College will have a new pathway…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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The Midlands’ fourth annual Pink Bow Fashion Show & Auction
April 14, 2026A 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…
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Berkeley County Government to hold in-house job fair April 30
April 14, 2026
Berkeley County Government will host a job fair for open County positions on Thursday, April 30, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. The event will be held at the Berkeley County…
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