Sustain SC has announced the second round of grants awarded through its Land and Water Action Platform (LAWAP), advancing conservation projects across South Carolina in partnership with the state’s business…
The South Carolina Civil Rights Museum has been named the 2025 recipient of the David W. Robinson Catalyst Award from Central Carolina Community Foundation. The annual award honors organizations that…
The City Council Meeting, December 2, 2025, began with a proclamation presented by Mayor Daniel Rickenmann and City Manager Teresa Wilson, which declared “Columbia (SC) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta…
Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands announced the appointment of Christa Maier as the Director of Membership & Outreach. Based in the Greenville Office, Maier will spearhead efforts to…
Ezekiel Ministries has been named a 2025 Angel Charity by South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond, earning one of the state’s top distinctions, now in its 26th year. The…
By Jeff Becraft One of the things that we do at Our Place of Hope is… we laugh. It is a very important dynamic. Now, Our Place of Hope…
By Tom Poland As evening shadows fell, I made my way home through woods. Overpowering the peppery smell of autumn leaves, the chicken frying in Mom’s cast iron skillet…
Center Designed to Lead Statewide Coordination for Advancing Cyber Growth Governor Henry McMaster today announced the creation of the new Center for Cybersecurity at the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA).…
The BullStreet District, known as the region’s largest urban redevelopment project, announced that national supermarket retailer Publix Super Markets will open its next downtown Columbia, South Carolina location in the…
Garvin Design Group announced that Shannon Maria has joined the firm’s architectural design team. Originally from central Massachusetts, Shannon completed her studies at Clemson University in 2023. She went on…
Each year, I like to publish Amazon’s Best Books of the Year and buy my wife the No. 1 book as a Christmas present. Looks like Buckeye, by Patrick Ryan,…
A fresh addition is coming to Columbia’s dining scene in mid-spring 2026 as The Foundry Group debuts Slip 53, its new oyster bar and seafood concept, at 732 Saluda Avenue,…
The Lexington One Educational Foundation’s most recent Health Fund Grant to Lexington County School District One Nursing and Health Services will support the health needs of students in the district…
McCrory Construction, South Carolina’s oldest general contractor, has received two distinct Excellence in Construction (EIC) awards from the Associated Builders and Contractors of the Carolinas (ABC Carolinas). Both awards are…
Josh Land has been officially named as the Director of Operations at Cohn Construction, emphasizing his focus on operational excellence and team leadership. With more than 20 years of experience…
Dominion Engineering, Inc. an Allied Power business and leading provider of nuclear engineering, maintenance, and technical services, announced the addition of South Carolina native Craig Stover as Senior Director. Stover…
Mashburn Construction has successfully constructed three transformative projects for the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Orangeburg, S.C., underscoring the hospital’s continued investment in strengthening healthcare access and quality…
The YMCA of Columbia announced the promotion of Anna Ross to vice president of operations for the Jeep Rogers Family YMCA and the future Kershaw County Family YMCA. In her…
From November 23 to December 20, 2025, 701 CCA welcomes Monica Cioppettini as our Artist-in-Residence. Monica is a multidisciplinary artist whose work breathes new life into discarded jewelry and found objects, transforming them…
FREE community event aims to connect Midlands residents with local organizations, nonprofits, and small businesses Make 2026 count by getting involved in your community! Registration is now open for the 3rd annual…
Columbia’s new favorite holiday tradition celebrates the wealth of artistic talent in the Midlands The South Carolina Philharmonic presents Home for the Holidays on Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 7:30 PM at…
Who: City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department and The Nickelodeon Theater What: The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department and The Nickelodeon Theater have partnered for Screen on the Green…
In anticipation of this year’s Giving Tuesday, Secretary of State Mark Hammond is urging South Carolinians to support nonprofits and practice wise charitable giving. “Each year, donors come together on…
Midlands Clay Arts Society are invited to our 24th Annual Midlands Clay Arts Holiday Sale, to be held December 4-6, 2025 at Stormwater Studios, 413 Pendleton Street, Columbia, SC. Admission…
Who: City of Columbia, The NOMA Foundation, Chavis Painting, Palmetto Life Church, and participating NOMA businesses. What/Where: Light Up NOMA Cookie Crawl — a celebration of shopping, entertainment, dining, and of course,…
Historic Columbia offers a full slate of tours and programs throughout December, including Historic Holiday Tours at two landmark properties and a preservation-focused Renovation Rodeo in the Vista. PROGRAMS &…
The Columbia Streams Art public art program announces that the first holiday market to support local artists will now be held at Finlay Park. This local artist holiday market will…
The teams of Hood Construction & McMillan Pazdan Smith have kicked off construction of the Jane B. Friedman Conservation Learning Center at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. Located adjacent to the…
Recognition underscores SIOS’ expertise in delivering proven high availability and disaster recovery solutions for mission-critical applications on AWS SIOS Technology Corp., a leading provider of application high availability (HA) and…
South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU) announced a $25,000 investment from First Citizens Bank in support of the Student Lifeline Grants Program. This renewed commitment significantly expands the program’s…
Aiken nonprofit, The Bridge 2 Home (TB2H), has been awarded a $40,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to hire an education coordinator to give in-person,…
Wallick Investments is now an SEC registered investment advisory firm with over 250 clients, AUM over $124M as of 11/25/2025, and manager of Fidelis 100 Index. June 2025 marked not…
When Lander University student Isabella Young realized how many people in Greenwood could be facing a lonely or financially strained Thanksgiving, she decided the holiday should feel different this year.…
Robinson Gray announced that associate Brandon Rattray has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Kids’ Chance of South Carolina, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting families affected by serious…
The American Heart Association helps equip local youth sports program with life-saving skills The American Heart Association, devoted to a world of healthier lives for all, announced the donation of…
The night before Thanksgiving has become known for heavy drinking, crowded gathering spots and increased risky behavior among young adults returning home for the holiday. National traffic safety data consistently…
Callison Tighe & Robinson, LLC announced Shelby Russell has joined the firm as an associate attorney with a practice focused on representing clients in serious personal injury matters, complex civil…
Preserving Birthplace of South Carolina’s State Dog KERSHAW COUNTY, SC — The Congaree Land Trust (CLT) announced the conservation of an additional 221 acres of land in Kershaw County. Pine…
PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC – The Steve Dresser Golf Academy at True Blue Golf Club is launching its 2026 lineup of one- to five-day golf school packages, complete with upgraded technology,…
By Jeff Becraft My best pair of jeans have a hole in each knee. Lest you think I am that hip, they are not skinny jeans. And I did…
By Tom Poland A Sunday Drive Highways 321 and 301 meet my criteria for back roads. Little traffic. Lots of abandonment. Old stuff getting older. Those 1950 snowbirds heading…
Communication Arts, the preeminent industry journal for professionals in advertising, design and other forms of visual communications, has selected Riggs Partners’ broadcast advertising work as a winner in its 66th…
$23 million in grant funding awarded across South Carolina The S.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved grant assistance for 21 projects, totaling approximately $23 million, to address critical infrastructure…
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) presented the 2025 Randall M. LaCross Distinguished Research Leadership Award to Dr. Sachin Rustgi, associate professor of molecular breeding at…
One Columbia for Arts & Culture invites the community to its annual Holiday Party, a festive celebration of art and the holiday season. The event will take place during First…
Lexington School District Two Superintendent Dr. Brenda Hafner announced her retirement at the end of the current 2025-2026 school year, following a distinguished career of nearly 30 years in South…
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) hosted its 37th Annual Research Colloquium on Nov. 21, showcasing research conducted by students over the summer. This year’s event…
Company designed exclusive Reda jackets for the Board of Directors and inductees Pearce Bespoke Charlotte has been selected as the Official Custom Clothier of the South Carolina Military Veterans Hall…
Marine Infantry leader and military technical consultant named to S.C. Military Veterans Hall of Fame By Cheyenne Twilley W. Thomas Smith Jr., a writer, editor, and public-information professional assisting the…
Peacebuilding remains a cornerstone of our mission as a humanitarian service organization. Spring Valley Rotary Club and its satellite evening club, Woodcreek Rotary, in collaboration with its Spring Valley High…