Over $82 million investment will create 90 highly skilled jobs Cyclic Materials, a leader in recycling solutions for rare earth elements, has announced it selects Chesterfield County to establish the…
Sustain SC announced updates to its Board of Directors, including the addition of a new board member and leadership changes to the Executive Committee that will support the organization’s purpose…
Attendees encouraged to bring feminine hygiene donations for women & girls in need The 5th Annual Cola Rosé Shower will proceed as planned despite ongoing construction at Williams-Brice Stadium. The…
The City of Columbia has launched a new online meeting management system designed to improve access, transparency, and communication for City meetings. The new meeting portal is available at: https://columbiasc.portal.civicclerk.com/ Moving…
In the not-so-distant future, Richland One will be a national model of excellence for urban, suburban and rural school systems serving diverse learners. Richland One Superintendent Dr. Todd Walker has…
Seventy award-winning photographs from an international competition showcase birds from around the world. The South Carolina State Museum will take flight this spring with the opening of the new exhibition, “Bird Photographer of the Year,” on Saturday, March 7. The exhibition features 70 award-winning images captured…
This year will officially usher in a new beginning for neighborhoods in the Olympia section of Columbia as construction will be getting underway to bring a new fire station to…
Beginning Wednesday, January 28, 2026, motorists traveling northbound on Assembly Street between Washington Street and Hampton Street (1400 block of Assembly Street) should expect lane shifts and traffic pattern changes associated with…
Stephen G. Morrison Visionary Award Returns to Celebrate Columbia’s Cultural Leaders One Columbia for Arts and Culture announced the highly anticipated return of the Stephen G. Morrison Visionary Award. After…
Columbia College has earned significant recognition in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Online Programs rankings, highlighted by a 28-spot rise in the Best Online Bachelor’s Programs category and multiple…
Four nursing programs rank in Top 10; plus, jumps for education and engineering Four nursing programs at the University of South Carolina rank in the Top 10 nationally in the…
WHAT: Lexington One Pathways to Employment Fair — a hiring and recruitment event for education and school support careers WHEN: Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.–12 p.m. WHERE: White…
The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) has selected FAST Enterprises, a leading government technology provider, to replace the agency’s aging information technology system with a modern, customer-focused DMV…
Gov. Henry McMaster delivered his final State of the State address Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026, offering a broad vision for South Carolina’s future while reflecting on progress made during his…
By Tom Poland It was the photograph in my father’s war album. Her white kimono. Hair black as onyx. Pale, serene face. Perfect bone structure. Gloss, a sheen upon her…
Updated statewide resource offered free to all nonprofits to strengthen excellence, accountability, and impact. Together SC announced the launch of the new and significantly updated 5th Edition of Guiding Principles…
LRADAC, the designated alcohol and drug abuse authority for Lexington and Richland Counties, is pleased to announce the promotion of Shannon Boone to Vice President of Administration. In her new…
The 16th annual Mardi Gras Columbia festival — happening on Valentine’s Day, Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026, from 12–7 p.m. at City Roots urban farm in the historic Rosewood neighborhood of…
By Jeff Becraft One Friday, I decided to go out for lunch. I don’t do this a whole lot; I usually pack a lunch. But lately I have enjoyed…
The University of South Carolina College of Information and Communications (CIC) will host The Power of the Pivot: Women, Media & the Business of Sports, a leadership and career-readiness program featuring…
Columbia Connectors announced The Therapy Place as its official community charity partner for 2026. Each year, Columbia Connectors sponsors a local nonprofit that aligns with its mission of strengthening the…
Turner Padget today announced the opening of its new office in Charlotte, North Carolina, and the addition of Shareholder David A. Luzum, a seasoned litigator who will help lead the…
Quackenbush Architects + Planners announced that three members of the firm will serve in board positions for both the American Institute of Architects South Carolina (AIASC) and the AIA Columbia…
Charter expansion and foundation launch mark major milestones for Midlands-based financial institution Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union, a member-owned, not-for-profit financial institution that provides personal and business banking services across…
The Palmetto Panel Conference is returning to South Carolina on March 7, 2026, offering a full day of thought-provoking presentations, meaningful dialogue, and collaborative engagement on some of the most…
Bill Danielson, Mayor of the Town of Irmo, has been appointed to the National League of Cities (NLC) 2026 Small Cities Council. Danielson was elected to a one-year term to develop and guide programs among local elected officials…
Vietnam veteran C.W. Bowman has fascinated audiences at the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum several times with lectures about his war experiences. Last year, in an offsite…
Brittany Grabski has joined Robinson Gray as its new director of marketing. Her responsibilities include continuing development of the firm’s marketing program and leading initiatives to enhance Robinson Gray’s market…
A highly skilled attorney and deeply experienced litigator, Johanna C. Valenzuela has joined Burnette Shutt & McDaniel. Her practice will focus on employment law, litigation, and qui tam False Claims…
Resolution recognizes the success of the South Carolina Seven Expedition By W. Thomas Smith Jr. A South Carolina Senate Resolution commending Dr. Tom Mullikin, director of the S.C. Department of…
The City of Columbia is honored to have national recognition for its continued investment in safer, more accessible streets, as the newly completed South Main Street bike lanes were named…
The City of Columbia took a major step forward in shaping the future of its riverfront during the December 16, 2025 City Council meeting, approving a professional services contract with Field…
Columbia Green and the City of Columbia are partnered with Columbia College to offer our next free educational event for Beat the Heat—Plant a Tree on January 31st at Columbia…
Statewide survey shows conservative voters increasingly view land, water and energy stewardship as essential to South Carolina’s economic growth and community resilience. A new statewide poll of 1,200 likely Republican…
Chernoff Newman, a leading integrated marketing and communications agency in the Southeast, has named Erin Culbert, APR, as the firm’s vice president of public relations and general manager of the…
South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc., parent of South Atlantic Bank, announced the appointment of Jason Caskey to its Board of Directors effective January 20, 2026. Caskey will be appointed to the…
Residents encouraged to prepare ahead, conduct in-person County business early Richland County is preparing to potentially address winter weather conditions that could make travel on local roads and highways hazardous…
LRADAC announced the launch of its New Horizons Residential Treatment Program, a new 24/7 residential treatment option designed to provide adults with structured, compassionate care as they begin their recovery…
Homeless No More (HNM) welcomed four new board members to its board of directors at their first meeting of the year on January 21, 2026. Homeless No More added the…
By Jeff Becraft Recently, Brenda was going to head out of town the next day, and so I wanted to do something for her. I told her on her…
South Carolina’s largest medical uniform retailer is officially entering the Midlands market. The City of Columbia announced the grand opening of The Scrub Shop’s newest location at 2101 Main Street,…
$7 million investment will create 40 new jobs FAST FACTS JGB Brothers LLC (JGB Brothers) is establishing operations in Bamberg County. The company’s $7 million investment will create 40 new jobs.…
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that his office has launched a new online registration system for trademarks, service marks, and livestock brands. “As Secretary of State, I am…
Retail growth and a successful soybean season boosted SC Ports’ Inland Port Dillon to a record 2025 calendar year. Inland Port Dillon marked its busiest calendar year on record, completing 48,761 rail containers in…
A thoughtfully restored Columbia landmark now offers guests a welcoming, mission-focused boutique hotel experience Raines, a leading hospitality management, development, and investment company, announced the official opening of The Lantern…
Deadline to apply for the spring grant cycle is Feb. 20 Nonprofit organizations within Dominion Energy’s service areas can now apply for grants from the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation. The…
On January 23, South Carolina recognizes Naloxone Awareness Day – a date chosen to reinforce a simple but powerful message: with naloxone, saving a life can be as easy as…
Julie Kunkle to lead the state’s economic development sales team The South Carolina Department of Commerce announced the promotion of Julie Kunkle to serve as the director of global business development (GBD). Kunkle…
Columbia, South Carolina’s largest one-day festival returns Saturday, March 14 with 25+ acts across five stages All roads lead to Five Points on Saturday, March 14, as St. Pat’s in…
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group…