Turner Padget adds Columbia-based associate to nationally ranked litigation practice

October 6, 2025

Turner Padget announces the addition of Kyle H. Cooper as an associate in the firm’s Columbia office. With a focus on counseling clients through litigation matters, Kyle brings experience in…

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Patrick Furman promoted to Managing Broker at Herlong Sotheby’s International Realty

October 6, 2025

Herlong Sotheby’s International Realty has named Patrick Furman as its new Managing Broker for its McDaniel Greene office. As Managing Broker, Furman will oversee the daily operations by ensuring compliance,…

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SCDNR Director addresses international forum in Ecuador

October 6, 2025

Mullikin says S.C. and the Galápagos Islands, face similar threats from erosion, sea-level rise, and extreme weather events Dr. Tom Mullikin, director of the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR),…

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United Community celebrates World Animal Day through acts of service

October 3, 2025

United Community is celebrating World Animal Day on October 4 by taking meaningful action to support animal welfare across the Southeast. Teams throughout the region will unite in service projects…

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Governor Henry McMaster issues Manufacturing Month proclamation

October 3, 2025

Governor Henry McMaster issued a proclamation celebrating October as South Carolina Manufacturing Month and Friday, October 3, as National Manufacturing Day across the state. The proclamation honors the strength, innovation,…

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Greenville Chamber’s “Dream Team” of the 1990s reunites to celebrate golden era of growth

October 3, 2025

Twenty former leaders of the Greenville Chamber of Commerce came together last week at Endeavor Greenville for a Golden Era Reunion. The gathering honored the team whose vision and collaboration…

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Jeff Lawler joins Sandhills School Board of Trustees

October 3, 2025

Jeff Lawler, a local REALTOR® with Live Oak Real Estate, has recently been appointed to the Sandhills School Board of Trustees, a premier independent school in Columbia, SC. Lawler brings…

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Mashburn Construction announces key employee promotions to strengthen leadership team

October 2, 2025

Mashburn Construction, a leader in general contracting, announced the promotion of several team members to new leadership roles, following the completion of the company’s annual employee review process. These promotions…

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Luke Sox joins Solutions for Living at Home as Assistant Director

October 2, 2025

Solutions for Living at Home, a trusted provider of elder support services and in home care, welcomed Luke Sox as its new Assistant Director. He assumed his new position in…

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Molly Campolong and Haley Moorman named among Columbia’s ‘Best and Brightest’ for 2025

October 2, 2025

Robinson Gray attorneys Molly Campolong and Haley Moorman have been named to Columbia Business Monthly’s 2025 Best & Brightest 35 and Under list, which honors young professionals for their outstanding…

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Columbia Museum of Art November 2025 Exhibitions and Events Calendar

October 2, 2025

Columbia Museum of Art November 2025 Calendar EXHIBITIONS Keith Haring: Radiant Vision On view through February 15, 2026 Keith Haring (1958–1990) emerged as a shooting star of the New York…

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Blood Cancer United announces Heartsong Hospice as presenting sponsor for 2025 Light The Night Columbia event

October 2, 2025

New Name, Same Mission: Light The Night is the first event to launch under The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s New Name – Blood Cancer United The Midlands Region of The…

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Richland Library to host Cancer Awareness and Survivorship Series

October 2, 2025

Partnership with SC Cancer Alliance Brings Awareness Series to Blythewood and Eastover Locations Richland Library is partnering with the South Carolina Cancer Alliance to present Chapters for Change, a series of free, educational sessions designed…

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SC Philharmonic introduces SCP Go, an all-access pass to symphonic events for only $20 a month

October 2, 2025

Pass includes access to Koger Center performances, chamber events and more The South Carolina Philharmonic has introduced a new all-access subscription option: SCP GO. For just $20 a month per…

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South Carolina State Museum Foundation welcomes Mary Kathryne Wadford as executive director

October 2, 2025

Wadford set to lead $75 million Reimagine the Experience campaign to transform exhibitions and enrich visitor engagement The South Carolina State Museum announced the appointment of Mary Kathryne Wadford as…

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Irmo, get ready to vibe

October 2, 2025

Let’s Get It On – Celebrating the Music of Marvin Gaye & Motown Join us Friday, October 24, at the Prisma Health Amphitheater in Moore Park (7473 Church St., Irmo,…

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Date Set for Town of Lexington Candidate Forum

October 2, 2025

The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center, the Lexington County  Chronicle, and the League of Women Voters are jointly hosting a candidate forum for the  upcoming Town of Lexington council election. …

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City of Columbia announces prime commercial development opportunities to drive downtown revitalization

October 2, 2025

The City of Columbia announces the availability of two prime City-owned properties for commercial development, marking a major milestone in the City’s ongoing effort to strategically transform downtown for economic…

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Deadline for entries extended to October 22 for Columbia Cell-A-Brates Cinema smartphone filmmaking contest

October 2, 2025

Submission process through the entry portal will be closed at end of day on Wednesday, October 22. The City of Columbia’s Columbia Cell-A-Brates Cinema smart phone filmmaking competition continues to…

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‘Stuff an Ambulance’ to help Richland County EMS, local children

October 2, 2025

In Richland County, the spirit of giving is alive all year long. For the ninth consecutive holiday season, the County’s EMS employees are collecting toys, clothing and other items for…

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Date set for Town of Lexington Candidate Forum

October 2, 2025

The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center, the Lexington County Chronicle, and the League of Women Voters are jointly hosting a candidate forum for the upcoming Town of Lexington council election.…

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Brandon Cox joins the Big Red Barn Retreat board to support our heroes in the Carolinas and beyond

October 2, 2025

The Big Red Barn Retreat (BRBR), a leading nonprofit dedicated to supporting veterans, military service members, and first responders, announced the appointment of Representative Brandon Cox of district 92 to…

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City of Columbia to participate in USC Community Health Fair

October 2, 2025

Who: University of South Carolina, City of Columbia, Charles R. Drew Wellness Center and other health partners What: The City of Columbia will participate in the University of South Carolina’s Community Health…

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Historic Columbia October 2025 Events

October 2, 2025

Fall in love with all the events Historic Columbia (HC) has to offer in the coming weeks. From Trunk or Treat to the Fall Plant Sale, there is something for…

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What the old heads know

October 1, 2025

By Jeff Becraft   From the ages of 13 to 16, I played on the same little league baseball team in the town baseball league. (I turned 16 before the…

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I watched if from afar (Reprise from 10.25.15 remembering the 1000-year flood)

October 1, 2025

By Reba Hull Campbell (Writer’s note: I wrote this in late October 2015 after reflecting on Columbia’s grace-filled response after the 1000-year flood. It seemed appropriate to revisit this grace…

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End of the year fun at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

October 1, 2025

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Unveils a Magical Fall and Winter Season Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is preparing an exciting lineup of fall and winter experiences, including a sensory-friendly day, family…

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David M. Beasley to receive 2025 Global Vision Award

October 1, 2025

David M. Beasley is a former SC Governor and earned the Nobel Peace Prize for his work as Executive Director of the World Food Programme  The Columbia World Affairs Council…

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SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities accepting applications for 2026-2027

October 1, 2025

The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, a top-ranked public, residential high school for artistically talented students, is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year and…

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Primal Fear

September 30, 2025
Tom Poland

By Tom Poland Stumbling Onto A Corpse Besides the solitary confinement of writing, I cut myself off from the world in two places. Hard-to-reach wilderness areas and forgotten churches where…

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A.C. Flora Girls Tennis wins Belton Hall of Fame Classic

September 30, 2025

A.C. Flora High School’s girls tennis team won the 2025 Belton Hall of Fame Classic. The tournament, featuring the top eight girls tennis teams from across South Carolina, was held…

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Hear a ‘Redcoat’ tell about the Battle of Eutaw Springs

September 30, 2025

The Battle of Eutaw Springs was the last major battle of the Revolutionary War to be fought in South Carolina. Who won? It depends on whom you ask. The battle…

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Uncorked – Columbia Chamber 122nd Annual Gala – Oct 2

September 30, 2025

This year’s Chamber Uncorked Gala will take place at the South Carolina State Museum, setting the stage for a vibrant celebration of business, community, and connection. From curated culinary stations and…

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State of the University highlights past achievements and future goals

September 30, 2025

President Michael Amiridis reflected on the achievements of the past year and looked to the future in his State of the University address on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, in the…

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The Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation awards $120,000 to four organizations

September 30, 2025

This year, the Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation has awarded $120,000 ($30,000 each) to four organizations that develop future teachers and foster literacy among students, nurture life skills in youth,…

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USDA announces $38.3 million in grant agreement to cover agricultural losses due to Hurricane Helene in South Carolina

September 30, 2025

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will provide more than $38.3 million in Congressionally mandated recovery assistance to South Carolina agricultural producers…

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SCETV launches new series Kitchen Curious with Vivian Howard, blending kitchen wisdom, storytelling and everyday cooking

September 30, 2025

South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) presents Kitchen Curious with Vivian Howard, a new half-hour food series that explores everyday kitchen questions — and the deeper stories behind them.…

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South Carolina photographer Anna Garrison featured in national anthology with international reach

September 30, 2025

Photographer and writer Anna Garrison is a contributing author in the recently released anthology, Becoming Unstoppable: How Ordinary Women Achieve Extraordinary Success, a collection of women’s stories from across the United States. The…

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South Carolina ETV’s After Action returns for season 3, highlighting veteran conversations

September 30, 2025

The season 3 premiere of After Action, a series highlighting veteran conversations, will air Oct. 6 at 9 p.m. on ETV and will be distributed to public television stations nationwide by…

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The City of Columbia will begin structural repairs at the Lady Street parking deck in November

September 30, 2025

Phase 1 of Capital Improvement Plan to Enhance City-Owned Parking Decks The City of Columbia will begin structural repairs at the Lady Street Parking Deck, located at 1100 Lady Street,…

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City of Columbia to host “Sharing the Road” community meeting

September 30, 2025

The City of Columbia is kicking off a public planning process to improve safety for all roadway users – from our more vulnerable users like pedestrians and cyclists, to transit…

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USC officially designates center, approves state budget request during board meeting

September 30, 2025

The University of South Carolina’s Board of Trustees met Friday (Sept. 26) and designated a new center for autism research, approved a systemwide state budget request and reaffirmed the institution’s…

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The City of Columbia shares support resources in recognition of Suicide Prevention Month

September 30, 2025

The City of Columbia wants to remind everyone that you are not alone and YOU MATTER! As we wind down the month of September, which is Suicide Prevention Month, the Office of…

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The Robinson family of Columbia will serve as ambassadors for the 2025 Buddy Walk

September 30, 2025

Annual Event Honors Families who have a child with Down syndrome.  The Robinson family of Columbia is serving as Ambassadors for Family Connection of South Carolina’s Buddy Walk 2025. Buddy Walk…

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The City of Columbia Homeless Services and Parks and Recreation departments are partnering to host “Stuff-A-Van” in honor of World Homeless Day

September 30, 2025

On Friday, October 10, 2025, the City of Columbia Homeless Services Division in partnership with City of Columbia Parks and Recreation, invites the community to come together at Martin Luther…

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Hood Construction announces Donnie Fetner as Vice President of Business Development

September 29, 2025

Hood Construction announced the promotion of Donnie Fetner from Director to Vice President of Business Development. After nearly 5 years with Hood Construction and over two decades of experience in…

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City of Columbia Planning Commission | Thursday, October 9, 2025

September 29, 2025

On Thursday, October 9, 2025, the Planning Commission meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the public who want…

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City of Columbia Board of Zoning Appeals | Thursday, October 2, 2025

September 29, 2025

On Thursday, October 2, 2025, the Board of Zoning Appeals meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. respectfully at City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the…

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NAI Columbia brokers sale of former Whit-Ash property in Columbia’s Vista district

September 29, 2025

NAI Columbia announced the successful sale of the landmark Vista property formerly home to Whit-Ash Furnishings. The 1.3-acre site, featuring nearly 48,000 square feet of space, will soon be transformed…

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Colliers Report: South Carolina Healthcare Market Q2 2025

September 29, 2025

Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Major hospital expansions portend growth phase Market Highlights A wave of hospital expansions is set to transform South Carolina’s healthcare market, drawing providers out…

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