Get ready to light up the streets for the 2026 Greater CWC Holiday Parade of Lights! Businesses, organizations, community groups, schools, families, and festive parade enthusiasts are invited to join…
A favorite fall tradition is hitting a big milestone with the 25th anniversary of Newberry’s annual Oktoberfest event, happening on Friday, October 2 and Saturday, October 3, 2026, in the heart…
Dominion Energy will begin performing tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods on Monday, September 28, 2026, at 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Distribution Line Tree Trimming:…
As Lower Richland continues to grow, Richland Library is planning for the future of the Lower Richland location and creating new opportunities for the library to grow alongside the community.…
Who: City of Columbia Councilman Will Brennan, City of Columbia’s Office of Economic Development, and Bang Back Bar & Grill Owner Fredrick Richardson. What: The City of Columbia Celebrates the Grand Opening for…
Since 2021, the Dress a Girl Around the World Chapter at Prince George Winyah Parish Church has been quietly, faithfully transforming fabric, thread, and time into something far greater than…
Midlands Technical College (MTC) leader Kim Boatwright has been recognized by the South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners (SCATCC) with the 2026 SCATCC Professional Board Staff Member Award. Boatwright,…
After the war that made him one of the most admired military leaders in history, Robert E. Lee devoted what influence he had to guiding the South toward recovery, stability,…
The South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association (SCRLA) announced the return of Restaurant Week Midlands, taking place from October 8-18, 2026. As an 11-day culinary showcase celebrating the region’s vibrant…
Coldwell Banker Caine welcomed Al Haggerty as a real estate agent in its Spartanburg office. A Spartanburg native with six years of real estate experience, Haggerty pairs lifelong local knowledge…
Trinity Partners announced the successful investment sale of a three-property medical office portfolio located across South Carolina. The properties sold for a combined transaction value of $7,106,763. The portfolio consisted…
By Jeff Becraft A few weeks ago, I had the privilege to speak at the chapel service for Garden City Chapel. So Brenda and I went down to Garden…
By David Dubberly On July 10, 2026, Apple filed a trade secrets lawsuit against OpenAI and two of its employees who previously worked for Apple, accusing them of taking…
Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) announced an exciting lineup of nationally recognized fishing tournaments coming to Lake Murray during the 2026–2027 season. From professional bass anglers to elite kayak competitors,…
The multi-platinum country artist takes the stage for an intimate acoustic performance September 25 at 7:30 p.m. Before the okra starts frying and the festivities get underway, one of country…
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) is partnering with renowned South Carolina saxophonist Dante Lewis to celebrate the holiday season with free transit access, charitable giving, and live…
Classrooms & Candidates gives Richland Two students an opportunity to ask the questions that matter to them Students will take the lead in a conversation about the future of their…
Project will restore native longleaf pine habitat, improve watershed health, and support biodiversity through longleaf restoration as part of Samsung’s commitment to South Carolina communities and its home appliance manufacturing…
Corner Pantry employees, together with Camden Mayor Vincent Sheheen and the Kershaw County Chamber of Commerce, celebrate the grand opening of Corner Pantry #157 at 51 E. DeKalb St. in Camden,…
The South Carolina Department of Transportation opened new travel lanes on I-26 in both directions in Berkeley County on Wednesday, September 23. Drivers will now have access to three lanes…
Interim HealthCare of the Upstate and Midlands has earned two national recognitions for quality and patient experience across both markets, with its Home Health and Hospice teams receiving awards from…
Turner Padget shareholder Arthur E. Justice, Jr. has been named the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce’s Business Person of the Year, recognizing more than four decades of professional leadership, service…
Wallick Investments, LLC, announced that Mrs. Alison Levitt has joined the firm as a compliance analyst. Alison brings extensive experience in education and corporate management and her primary responsibilities will…
The Who’s on the Move Entrepreneur Minute is an interview series exploring how South Carolina businesses and organizations are innovating to stay competitive in a rapidly changing world. Each episode features leaders…
The Museum’s first juried exhibition since 2018 showcases 12 South Carolina artists and the evolving story of contemporary craft across the state. Next month, the South Carolina State Museum will…
Devro, a producer of edible films and coatings, is expanding its operations in Calhoun County, creating 19 new jobs. The company, which has operated for more than 85 years, manufactures…
Award is the namesake of Sheriff Leon Lott By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Martial arts practitioner and acclaimed instructor for U.S. and foreign special operations forces Ben “Yeti” Rhodes was…
Trinity Partners announced Partner, Jake Nidiffer, SIOR was selected for the 2026 Best & Brightest 35 & Under Award by Columbia Business Monthly. Each year, Integrated Media Publishing honors outstanding…
Learn about Orangeburg’s growth, development and revitalization The City of Orangeburg invites residents to join the Building Orangeburg Quarterly Community Chat on Tuesday, September 29 at Council Chambers, 933 Middleton…
New indoor golf club on Sunset Blvd. pairs tour-level swing analysis with a laid-back, no-pressure vibe Birdi Box, a new indoor golf club at 5357 Sunset Blvd., is officially open.…
By Tom Poland The road looks just like one on Granddad’s farm running into hardwoods where a spring bubbled in shade. Come sundown in Granddad’s battered old car, we’d…
Midlands Leaders Recognized at Uncorked, the Chamber’s 123rd Annual Gala. The Columbia Chamber announced the award recipients for Uncorked, the 123rd Annual Gala, presented by BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina.…
Newberry College continues its record of recognition among the South’s best colleges in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings, earning top honors among private colleges in…
Grand opening on Saturday, September 26, at 10 a.m. Urban Air Adventure Park is expanding its presence in the Columbia market with the opening of a new indoor entertainment facility…
After ten years of hosting an annual PARK(ing) Day event, the City of Columbia Planning and Development Services Department is shifting its focus to longer-term tactical urbanism interventions and demonstration…
The City of Columbia Procurement Department is transitioning from the old e-procurement platform, Ion Wave, to a new platform, CobbleStone. After finding out that our current e-procurement platform will no longer…
The City of Columbia Parks & Recreation Department is inviting local organizations, agencies, businesses and service providers that serve children and families to participate in its upcoming Halloween Day Party,…
The Okonite Company, a cable and wire manufacturer with a long-standing presence in Orangeburg County, is expanding its operations with a $400 million investment expected to create 105 new jobs.…
Trinity Partners announced the successful sale of 2930 Devine Street and 618 Sims Avenue, a fully occupied multi-tenant retail property located in Columbia, South Carolina. Totaling approximately 19,615 square feet,…
Columbia International University(opens in new tab) ranks among the best universities in the South in the 2027 Best Colleges rankings released by U.S. News & World Report. CIU is #6…
Cohn Construction has completed the renovation of the four-story, 41,300 SF building that now serves as the Headquarters for Carolinas Dermatology & Plastic Surgery. Located within the Middleburg Park Historic…
The University of South Carolina continues to be ranked as one the No. 1 public institution for first-year experience and as one of the top business schools in the nation…
Two-day event will feature the opening of a new juried exhibition, panel discussions, and opportunities to connect with South Carolina’s craft community. The South Carolina State Museum will welcome artists,…
The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board(opens in new tab) (CCLMC) gathered partners, stakeholders, community leaders and tourism industry representatives at its Annual Meeting on Thursday, August 27, 2026,…
New ordinance protects employees, customers and families from exposure to secondhand vape aerosols The American Heart Association is applauding Richland County Council’s approval of an ordinance that expands the county’s…
SAFE Federal Credit Union announced the purchase of a 26,000-square-foot satellite campus in Columbia, South Carolina. The purchase is a major milestone in the credit union’s growth strategy and commitment…
Tom Schlictman has been named Associate Vice President of Philanthropy for Midlands Technical College (MTC) and CEO of the MTC Foundation. Since joining MTC in 2001, he has served as…
ReGenesis Health Care has been awarded more than $2.4 million in grant funding to expand access to care, strengthen health care infrastructure, enhance community-based services and increase treatment opportunities for…
Attorneys Jitwan Floyd and Reid Turner have joined SMITH | ROBINSON law firm as associates. Both will practice out of the firm’s Columbia office. Jitwan will focus his practice in…
Today, the American Edge Project (AEP), a coalition of nearly two dozen domestic organizations, highlighted the economic and community benefits artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure investment can deliver across South Carolina…