Collins & Lacy, P.C.’s Retail & Hospitality Practice Group welcomes Cameron W. DeBoy

November 5, 2024

Cameron W. DeBoy has joined the growing team of lawyers with Collins & Lacy, P.C.’s Retail & Hospitality Practice Group. Cameron was a member of the Corps of Cadets at…

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Relic Room to host 33rd SCMMS Toy Soldier Show

November 4, 2024

The S.C. Confederate Relic Room & Military Museum will welcome you to the South Carolina Military Miniature Society’s 33rd Annual Toy Soldier Show on Saturday, Nov. 9, from 10 a.m.…

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Flock and Rally announces the hiring of Haley Nelson and Maiya Wingfield

November 4, 2024

Flock and Rally, a full-service communications and marketing agency based in Columbia, South Carolina, announced that Haley Nelson and Maiya Wingfield have joined their growing channel strategy team. “We’re excited…

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First Citizens Bank donates $10,000 to support South Carolina Independent Colleges’ Student Lifeline Grant Program

November 4, 2024

South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU) announced a generous gift from First Citizens Bank in the amount of $10,000. This contribution will go toward SCICU’s Student Lifeline Grant Program,…

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Novant Health completes purchase of UCI Medical Affiliates Inc.

November 4, 2024

Novant Health becomes largest urgent care provider in South Carolina and adds 20 physical therapy clinics As part of its commitment to building a healthier future, Novant Health has closed…

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SC Association for Community Economic Development announces voter engagement mini-grants & outreach

November 4, 2024

South Carolina Association for Community Economic Development (SCACED), in partnership with Mary Reynolds Babcock Fund and SC Counts, announced forty-four (44) grantees of the 2024 Voter Engagement Mini-Grants who received…

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Cason Development Group adds Vice President of Operations

November 4, 2024

Cason Development Group has expanded its team with the addition of Brad Stutts, a Columbia native and 25-year veteran of the construction and real estate development industry, as Vice President…

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Off to the Races! Balloon Turkey STEM Fun at Clinton Library

November 3, 2024

Families in Clinton are in for a festive treat as the Clinton Library gears up to host an exciting and educational event, Off to the Races!, on November 12 at…

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Top karate fighter receives Order of the Palmetto

October 31, 2024

Black Belt Hall of Famer Bruce Brutschy receives South Carolina’s highest honor By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Bruce Hammond Brutschy, an accomplished national martial arts tournament fighter and S.C. Black…

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Best Foot Forward

October 31, 2024

By Jeff Becraft   I was once reading a book by Tony Dungy and he was describing a time in his life where he was heading into an interview with…

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Over 200 SC educators attend personal finance conference

October 31, 2024

On Monday, October 28, over 200 dedicated educators from across South Carolina gathered at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center for the annual South Carolina Finance Forum, a premier event dedicated…

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The Last Pecan Pie

October 31, 2024
Tom Poland

  By Tom Poland   When I heard Hurricane Helene destroyed some 42,000 pecan trees in Georgia, I thought of my mother and my last pecan pie, not the last…

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SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities to host open door event for prospective students

October 31, 2024

The SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, a public, residential high school for the arts in Greenville, is hosting its largest event of the year—Go Govie! Day—for families…

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Jessica Lerer Fickling joins Wyche’s litigation team

October 31, 2024

Wyche, a leading full-service law firm with offices across South Carolina, announced that Jessica Lerer Fickling has joined the firm as a Member in its litigation practice group. Fickling will concentrate…

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Inaugural WaterSC meeting brings together statewide collaborators to plan for the preservation and management of South Carolina’s water resources

October 31, 2024

Representatives from multiple state agencies and stakeholder groups joined Gov. Henry McMaster for the first meeting of the WaterSC Water Resources Working Group. WaterSC is a newly launched statewide initiative…

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FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance teams to begin door-to-door visits with City of Columbia and Richland County residents

October 31, 2024

The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Disaster Survivor Assistance (DSA) teams will begin door-to-door visits with City of Columbia and Richland County residents Thursday, Oct. 31 in the aftermath of Hurricane…

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No tricks, only a treat! Catch the Comet for free to vote on Tuesday Nov. 5!

October 31, 2024

The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) wants to help riders exercise their right to vote. The COMET fixed route buses and DART services will be free for those…

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City of Columbia, Prisma Health® and National Fitness Campaign launch two Fitness Courts® bringing free community wellness to South Carolina’s Capital

October 30, 2024

The City of Columbia, Prisma Health® and National Fitness Campaign (NFC) unveiled not one, but two new outdoor Fitness Courts® at Greenview Park and Finlay Park. The ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at…

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Share the Warmth in your hometown this November

October 30, 2024

The Mast General Store welcomes Columbia Sportswear’s partnership for this year’s Share the Warmth campaign. Columbia jumpstarted the drive with a donation of coats to Hurricane Helene relief efforts. This…

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AAC East, LLC expands Marlboro County operations

October 30, 2024

$6 million investment will create 25 new jobs FAST FACTS AAC East, LLC (AAC East) is expanding its Marlboro County operations. The company’s $6 million investment will create 25 new…

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On Veterans Day, learn about the Battle of Ia Drang at Richland Library

October 30, 2024

The battle of Ia Drang in 1965 was the first great clash between the U.S. and North Vietnamese armies. About 237 Americans were killed, along with 132 South Vietnamese, and…

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Áróra & Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 4-D return to the State Museum

October 30, 2024

Plus, explore the museum after-hours during the Holiday Planetarium Lighting on Dec. 5  This holiday season, guests are invited to visit the South Carolina State Museum to explore the beauty…

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We Are Sharing Hope SC highlights the healing power of tissue donation during Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 30, 2024

We Are Sharing Hope SC (SHSC) is honoring tissue donors during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, for their decision to donate to so many women across the state of who are…

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Have a Murray Christmas!

October 30, 2024

Holiday Open House & Gift Shop Sale: Thursday, November 14 The Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) Visitors Center will host its annual Holiday Open House & Gift Shop Sale on Thursday, November 14, 2024.…

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Taste of Lake Murray Tickets on sale November 14

October 30, 2024

Light up the sky with early bird pricing, reserved seating, and more  Taste of Lake Murray 2025, presented by Lexington Medical Center, is set for 6 p.m. on March 27,…

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Robinson Gray Member Grady Beard joins board of National Workers’ Compensation Defense Network

October 30, 2024

Grady Beard, a member of Robinson Gray law firm, has joined the board of directors of the National Workers’ Compensation Defense Network. He was nominated and elected to the board…

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The reveal of the Scout® Traveler™ SUV and Scout® Terra™ truck concepts ushers in a new Scout era

October 30, 2024

Scout Motors Inc. recently introduced the next era of rugged trucks and sport utility vehicles (SUV) with the unveiling of two production-intent concept vehicles, the Scout® Traveler™ SUV and the Scout® Terra™ truck. The…

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SCDES announces recipients of DERA grant funding to support clean air projects

October 30, 2024

The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) has announced the winners of this year’s grant funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that supports South Carolina’s State Diesel…

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Congaree National Park announces contract for Boardwalk Replacement Project

October 29, 2024

Congaree National Park officials announced that the contract has been awarded for the replacement of Boardwalk Loop Trail sections B, D, and F, which have exceeded their intended service life.…

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Bondex expands Edgefield County operations

October 29, 2024

Bondex, a leader in technical nonwoven manufacturing, announced it is expanding its Edgefield County operations. The company’s $18.8 million investment will create 13 new jobs. The expansion includes a new…

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Midlands Clay Arts Society Holiday Sale

October 29, 2024

You are invited to our 23rd Annual Midlands Clay Arts Holiday Sale, to be held December 5-7, 2024 at Stormwater Studios, 413 Pendleton Street, Columbia, SC. Over 35 local artists…

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Sustain SC Team grows with hiring of Senior VP of Conservation, Kristen Austin Gunter

October 29, 2024

Sustain SC, a nonprofit organization connecting the sustainability goals of business in South Carolina with local solutions, announced Kristen Austin Gunter has joined as Senior Vice President of Conservation. With…

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Alvin S. Glenn officer earns leadership honor upon graduation from Criminal Justice Academy Training

October 29, 2024

Richland County is proud to recognize an officer at the County’s Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center as a recent graduate of the S.C. Criminal Justice Academy’s Basic Detention (BD) training…

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South Carolina State Fair donates $200,000 for Hurricane Helene relief

October 29, 2024

Contributions to assist recovery and rebuilding in impacted areas The South Carolina State Fair, a self-supporting 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, announced a donation of $200,000 to support recovery efforts following the devastation…

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SC Philharmonic Presents “Andy & Friends” at Harbison Theatre

October 29, 2024

An evening of world-class chamber music with celebrated musicians Andy Armstrong, Stefan Jackiw, and Yoonah Kim The SC Philharmonic presents an evening of chamber music with “Andy & Friends” on…

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Local Handyman sculpts unique life-sized pink dinosaur display for Breast Cancer Awareness and Halloween

October 29, 2024

Fundraiser benefits American Cancer Society until November 14, General public encouraged to stop by and post photos Lexington-area native and master sculptor Christopher Price of Price Handyworks, LLC has created…

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Cason Development Group grows with new Property Manager

October 29, 2024

Cason Development Group has added Carson Gorenflo as a Property Manager. As a property manager, Gorenflo will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a portfolio of commercial and…

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Studio 2LR, Inc. Architecture + Interiors attend announcement of Darlington County African American Museum

October 29, 2024

Studio 2LR, Inc., an architecture and interior design firm creating impact through transformative design, recently attended a press conference announcing the new Darlington County African American Museum. The Darlington County…

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ECSC announces new Pimento Cheese Passport partners

October 29, 2024

Participants can now savor 19 unique dishes and have a chance to choose one of their own Experience Columbia SC will be adding to its highly-successful Pimento Cheese Passport. Six…

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Experience Columbia announces new Pimento Cheese Passport partners

October 29, 2024

Today, Experience Columbia SC will be adding to its highly-successful Pimento Cheese Passport. Six new dishes and restaurant partners will be featured, and the public will have the opportunity to…

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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis launches new personal finance lesson for Elementary Students

October 29, 2024

Free classroom kit available for first 100 teachers who sign-up State Treasurer Curtis Loftis  announced the launch of a new personal finance lesson plan designed to engage kindergarten through second grade…

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Lake Murray Country returns to the World Food Championships November 8-11, 2024 | Indianapolis, IN

October 29, 2024

Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) announced that Team Lake Murray Country will return to the World Food Championships (WFC) for the 4th year in a row – November 8-11 in Indianapolis, IL.…

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University of South Carolina Homecoming Commission and The Five Points Association to host ‘Paint the Town Garnet and Black’ Block Party

October 29, 2024

The Five Points Association in partnership with the University of South Carolina Homecoming Commission, announced the Paint the Town Garnet and Black Block Party, Presented by South Carolina Federal Credit…

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S.C. Treasurer Curtis Loftis reveals his latest list of “Spooky Names” with unclaimed property

October 29, 2024

Once again channeling his inner Halloween spirit, State Treasurer Curtis Loftis has a scared up another list of South Carolinians with “spooky names” that are owed unclaimed money in hopes…

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Historic Columbia wins prestigious National Historic Preservation Award

October 29, 2024

Historic Columbia announced that it has been honored with the Trustees’ Award for Organizational Excellence by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. This prestigious award recognizes Historic Columbia’s evolution from…

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Grand opening for The Toasty Hot Spot in Five Points set for November 4

October 29, 2024

The Toasty Hot Spot will officially re-open its doors in Five Points on November 4. Located at 2002 Greene Street Suites A & B, the Toasty Hot Spot is a…

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Armen Shaomian is the 2024 Michael J. Mungo Undergraduate Teaching Award winner at USC

October 29, 2024

Armen Shaomian is the winner of this year’s prestigious Michael J. Mungo Undergraduate Teaching Award at the University of South Carolina. Shaomian, an associate professor of sport and entertainment management,…

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Longtime USC board member Eddie Floyd steps down

October 29, 2024

Retired physician Eddie Floyd, the longest-serving member of the University of South Carolina Board of Trustees, has resigned. Floyd, a former heart surgeon and chairman of the board from 1992…

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CarolinaPower promotes Wyatt Gwyn to Industrial Operations Executive

October 28, 2024

CarolinaPower, a leading employee-owned, regional electrical contractor with four offices in South Carolina, has promoted Wyatt Gwyn to Industrial Operations Executive – a new position focused on supporting and growing…

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