Lott is one of two 2026 recipients of the Columbia Urban League’s President’s Award By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott was presented the Columbia Urban League’s…
Forty-nine professionals graduated from the 2026 South Carolina Economic Development Institute (The Institute), a statewide training program that equips community leaders with a deeper understanding of South Carolina’s economic development…
By Jeff Becraft Cooper Pratt is the rookie shortstop for the Milwaukee Brewers… who just recently won the World Series. Cooper made four errors in a short number of…
Inaugural Teacher Grant Program draws more than 1,350 applications, supporting creative classroom projects and hands-on learning The Palmetto Citizens Foundation has awarded $50,000 to 57 teachers across 12 school districts…
Dr. Christopher Roberts, chemistry instructor at the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM), has received the InnoVision Young Innovator Award for his innovative approach to introducing high…
NAI Columbia announced the addition of Belinda Doss as an administrative coordinator in the Columbia office. Belinda is an experienced administrative and project coordination professional who brings a deep background…
Mills and Mitchum enshrined in S.C. Law Enforcement Officers Hall of Fame By Cheyenne Twilley Two retired S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) law enforcement officers, Staff Sergeant Lee “Skeet”…
Central SC Alliance and the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) announced that Jason Giulietti, President and CEO of Central SC Alliance, has been appointed to the IEDC Board of Directors…
by Kamya Brooks, Project and Operations Coordinator, Ivey Palmer PR In an increasingly competitive world where our attention is fleeting and expectations constantly evolve, the organizations that stand out aren’t…
By Tom Poland When I see photographs of Colorado’s Great Sand Dunes National Park I want to explore a desert right then. Until I do, the fragile deserts along…
Two new construction ±22,500 SF buildings at 400 Planters Drive will be ready for occupancy in late June 2027, with space available to subdivide for smaller tenants Cypress Development Partners,…
Mary Cullen Director at NP Strategy Some PR nightmares are scarier than anything you’ll see in a haunted house. From unexpected headlines to communication plans gone wrong, even the…
Community Association Management Services (CAMS) announced the promotion of Amelia Chadwick, CMCA, AMS, to Vice President of New Community Development. Chadwick previously served as Regional Director of On-site Management in CAMS’…
Camden was the hometown of some of the best-known South Carolinians during the Civil War. There was Richard Rowland Kirkland, the hero known as the Angel of Marye’s Heights; Maxcy…
Veterans Day is about honoring those who have served our country in uniform in the past – and the present. Although Veterans Day is a state holiday, the South Carolina…
The 28th Annual InnoVision Awards were presented Thursday evening, November 5th, at the Thornblade Club in Greer, bringing together business leaders, innovators, and ecosystem partners from across South Carolina to…
Ryal Curtis Senior Director at NP Strategy When I was at BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, we grew the company’s Twitter account from zero to 10,000 followers without spending…
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) concluded its inaugural HerStory: Women in Hospitality Leadership Conference following a successful two-day gathering on November 1-2 at Wild Dunes Resort in…
Following a competitive Request for Proposals (RFP) process issued earlier this summer, the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) announced the selection of Columbia-based Sweatman Strategies as its strategic…
Partnership supports health, well-being, and housing stability in the Midlands Central South Carolina Habitat for Humanity and Humana Military are honoring a local veteran through home repairs and a Veterans…
By Alan Cooper Publisher MidlandsBiz On Friday, November 6, I attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly named Stephen K. Benjamin Leadership and Service Center at the University of…
Skylar Stallings Coordinator at NP Strategy The Importance of an Event SOS Box You’ve planned a high stakes event down to the final detail. Packing list? Checked. To-do list?…
Offices of Richland County Government will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11 as the County observes Veterans Day. All Richland County Solid Waste facilities will be closed Wednesday for the holiday.…
Newberry Opera House, Newberry County and the city of Newberry will break ground on the future Downtown Newberry Amphitheater and Pavilion on Thursday, Nov. 12, at 11 a.m. The 933-capacity…
Deputies, others have gathered for annual event for 29 years. By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Throngs of deputies and civilian employees of the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) joined Sheriff…
The Greenville Housing Authority (TGHA) has completed the acquisition of four affordable housing communities for $8,467,553, permanently preserving 432 affordable residences in the historic Nicholtown neighborhood. The strategic acquisition marks…
Griffin Humphries has been recognized in the 2027 edition of “Best Law Firms®.” The firm placed in Tier 1 for the following practice areas: Columbia: Commercial Litigation Charleston: Product Liability…
Lewis Babcock has once again been named to the “Best Law Firms®” list in five practice areas across three tiers. The firm is recognized in the 2027 edition in Tier…
The easygoing rhino is preparing for a new chapter at another AZA-accredited facility Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is preparing to bid a fond farewell to Bill, its male Southern white…
Midlands Technical College (MTC) Radiologic Technology Program Director and Professor Millie Massey received the 2026 Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) Southern Region Faculty Award. The award was presented at…
CAMDEN, S.C. – After nearly five decades in the furniture and mattress industry, Steve McDonald is preparing for his next chapter and looking for someone ready to take the reins…
The Central SC Alliance is excited to announce that Chase Bussell has joined their team serving as the new Business Recruitment Officer. Chase brings more than 10 years of experience…
Once more, Lourie Law Firm has been named to the 2027 edition of Best Law Firms®. This year, the firm earned Tier 1 rankings in Columbia in the following practice…
For the eighth consecutive year, Morton & Gettys has earned a top honor in Best Law Firms®. The just-released 2027 update of the national directory places Morton & Gettys in…
SMITH | ROBINSON has once again been recognized by Best Law Firms® in its 2027 edition for the Columbia area. The firm was named in Tier 1 for its work…
Callison Tighe & Robinson has once again been named to the Tier 1 regional list for the Columbia area in the 2027 edition of Best Law Firms®. This news marks…
Fifteen South Carolina schools have been awarded a total of $29,350 through the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services’ (SCDES) Champions of the Environment program to support student-led environmental education…
Previously announced work for Taylor Street Deck has been postponed until January 2027 The City of Columbia will begin structural repairs at the Arsenal Hill Parking Deck, located at 1812 Lincoln…
By Jeff Becraft Every Friday email starts off with the same greeting – “Team!” It has been that way for years. Now some people might be wondering what “Team”…
For the 10th consecutive edition, Burnette Shutt & McDaniel has earned Tier 1 honors in Best Law Firms®. Burnette Shutt & McDaniel has received Tier 1 rankings in the Columbia…
The University of South Carolina’s Leadership and Service Center, the university’s central hub for student involvement and community service, has been named the Stephen K. Benjamin Leadership and Service Center…
VITREUS USA, a ceramics coating manufacturer, announced plans to establish its first North American operation in Newberry County. The company’s $800,000 investment will create 15 new jobs. VITREUS USA is…
Robinson Gray has been named a Tier 1 firm in 21 practice areas in the 2027 edition of Best Law Firms®. The firm was recognized in 29 practice areas in…
Cohn Construction has completed Columbia Dermatology & Aesthetics’ new headquarters. The new facility supports the practice’s expanding provider team and growing patient base while providing flexibility for future growth. Dedicated…
The National GRACE Foundation (NGF), an all-volunteer nonprofit based in Rhode Island, has been awarded a $47,000 grant from SC Student Loan Corporation through its philanthropy, Power:Ed, to bring NGF’s…
USPS Operation Santa adoption registration is officially open! Groups and individuals interested in adopting letters for this year’s program should visit USPSOperationSanta.com, click on the registration link and follow the…
HOME BRANCH, SC – Following Tuesday’s election victory, Cody Simpson, a fifth-generation farmer and South Carolina’s next Commissioner of Agriculture, today announced plans for the initial phase of his transition.…
Two statewide award programs will recognize the leaders, volunteers, and community partners strengthening South Carolina. Across South Carolina, nonprofit leaders and volunteers are addressing critical community needs, building partnerships, and…
SCDNR Director Tom Mullikin praises officers as “the best in the world” as agency joins an exclusive group of nationally accredited conservation law-enforcement organizations. The South Carolina Department of Natural…
The new Bloomberg Philanthropies initiative brings nation’s most effective local solutions to City of Columbia City hall, one of up to 30 municipalities selected City of Columbia among the first…