Newberry College has announced that Dr. Lenna Corley Young, class of 1977, has been elected chair of the Board of Trustees. She becomes the first woman to lead the governing…
Richland Library is proud to commemorate the 10th anniversary of its groundbreaking Social Work Department, which has been instrumental in transforming lives and empowering communities since its inception. Established in 2013, the…
On Saturday, October 28, the S.C. Confederate Relic Room & Military Museum will again host the South Carolina Military Miniature Society’s Annual Toy Soldier Show. This is the SCMMS’ 32nd…
Live music, art experiences, fashion shows, and more on November 10 The Columbia Museum of Art’s signature biannual block party Arts & Draughts is back on November 10, and this…
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) South Carolina District Office has officially launched the call for nominations for the 2024 National and District Small Business Week Awards, including the annual Small Business Person of…
South Carolina Ports generates a $9.7 billion economic impact in the Pee Dee region. (Photo/Walter Lagarenne) South Carolina Ports generates a $9.7 billion economic impact in the Pee Dee region by supporting…
The SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, a public, residential high school for artistically talented students, is now accepting applications for the 2024-2025 school year and summer programs.…
Doug Quackenbush, AIA LEED AP, architect and founder of Quackenbush Architects + Planners, was recently awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association for Learning Environments (A4LE), a professional organization…
Richard C. Detwiler, the managing member of Callison Tighe & Robinson law firm, is one of the newest members of the American Board of Trial Advocates. He was voted into…
The University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy has won the 20th annual Good Neighbor Pharmacy National Community Pharmacists Association Pruitt-Schutte Student Business Plan Competition. The team of Jacob King,…
The new statewide campaign is designed to encourage children to level-up their health. The University of South Carolina’s Arnold School of Public Health, in partnership with the State Nutrition Action…
Doug Quackenbush, AIA LEED AP, architect and founder of Quackenbush Architects + Planners, was recently awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association for Learning Environments (A4LE), a professional organization…
George Smythe has joined First Reliance Bank as Senior Vice President Residential Lending Specialist. In his role, George is responsible for establishing and maintaining mortgage banking relationships with referral partners…
SC Ports is a major economic engine for South Carolina. (Photo/English Purcell) Having a world-class port in South Carolina generates a nearly $87 billion statewide economic impact on South Carolina…
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) announced the winners of Flow Fusion, a dynamic competition that celebrates the artistic prowess of teens and young adults in the thriving world…
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) is proud to receive seven w3 Awards announced by the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts. Receiving thousands of entries annually, the 18th…
In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the City of Columbia Public Relations, Media and Marketing Department hosted various fundraisers in support of Sistercare. The fundraisers included the Sistercare Toiletry…
Intangibles are some of the primary reasons why PART 2: Analysis by W. Thomas Smith Jr. TWENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO I was in Israel and on the Palestinian Authority-controlled West Bank,…
Who: City of Columbia Animal Services What: City of Columbia Animal Services announces the Slumber Buddies and Doggie Day Out programs. About Slumber Buddies: Give a dog a much-needed break from shelter…
DTC Nuclear Fundamentals fall cohort Denmark Technical College kicked off the fall cohort of their new Nuclear Fundamentals Certificate program. This program, which provides an “earn while you learn” apprenticeship…
Cypress Commercial and Investment Real Estate, a Columbia-based Commercial Real Estate firm, announced its representation of RSi (Receivable Solutions, LLC) in their relocation to the entire top floor of 1441…
Multimillion-dollar economic investment boasts upscale accommodations, increased infrastructure Richland County Council voted to approve a $181 million downtown development plan nicknamed Project Vista Depot District during its regular scheduled meeting…
The Koger Center for the Arts announced The Four Phantoms as their newest performance in their “Koger Center Presents” series. The performance is scheduled for January 30th, 2024, at 7:30…
Four Midlands leaders have completed the requirements to become Liberty Fellows. They now join a diverse and interconnected group of 330 leaders in the Liberty Fellowship South Carolina Network and…
Local realtor John Covington, based in the Columbia, SC area, will be featured in an upcoming episode of HGTV’s House Hunters. The episode is scheduled to air on Monday, October…
By Reba Hull Campbell Panic, fear and worry were only a few of the emotions I felt on a Tuesday afternoon in mid-September when my mother had a second…
For the last 10 years, Cheryl Holland has been ranked as a Top 100 Advisor by Barron’s. This impressive feat has earned Ms. Holland a spot in the Barron’s Advisor…
By Jeff Becraft The below conversation actually took place in our household one night. I went into the bathroom to brush my teeth to get ready for bed. There…
The Southern Exposure New Music Series at the University of South Carolina’s 22nd season, “Friends and Family,” continues with an evening featuring Wet Ink Ensemble, an acclaimed octet of composer-performers…
Award presented on the 50-yard-line during last week’s football game By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott was one of five first-responder leaders recognized by Benedict College…
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina awarded 100 grants totaling $877,000 to nonprofit organizations working to reduce poverty in South Carolina. This year’s grant recipients serve all 46…
South Carolina Federal Credit Union recently won three awards from local and industry news media for being a Best Place to Work. The credit union’s achievements include: • SC Biz…
Doctors Care Urgent Care, in partnership with the Lexington Chamber, held an inaugural “Doctors Care Gives Back” event today at Doctors Care Hope Ferry in Lexington, South Carolina. This event,…
Quackenbush Architects + Planners announced and welcome Edward Bauknight to the Q+ team as a new intern architect. Bauknight, who grew up on Johns Island, South Carolina, has a Bachelor…
BOC Sciences, a leading supplier of research chemicals and custom services, has unveiled its innovative XDC platform, providing a significant tool for drug delivery. The newly developed XDC platform offered…
Bruce Harper, Managing Partner and Robbie Cook, Brokerage Associate, of Trinity Partners, have completed a series of new leases at 1331 Elmwood Avenue. The multi-tenant office building is located just…
By Tom Poland The children of Sandy Island board a school bus boat for an eight-minute journey across the Waccamaw River to the mainland. There, they ride a traditional bus…
Colliers | South Carolina’s Mary Winter Teaster represented Mullis Law Firm in the lease of a ±1,425-square-foot office building located at 1231 Elmwood Avenue to Thompson and Hiller Defense Firm.…
SIOS Technology Corp., an industry leader in application high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR), today announced the lineup of featured speakers for the SQL Server Session of its SIOS…
Moore Bradley Myers (MBM) Partner, Stanley Myers, passed away tragically and unexpectedly on September 27, 2023. Together with the Myers family, the Moore Bradley Myers law firm, announces the launch…
DeWees Real Estate Group, a full-service commercial real estate firm specializing in Columbia’s residential, office, retail, industrial, and land markets from acquisitions, to leasing and management, announced the lease of…
Recruiting Solutions, a distinguished leader in staffing and recruitment services, is excited to announce its victory in the highly-regarded Best of Columbia 2023 Awards. The title of “Best Staffing Agency”…
South Carolina B.A.S.S. Nation returned to Lake Murray on October 13-14, 2023 for their Six-Man Tournament. This tournament was composed of 32 Bassmaster Clubs from around South Carolina and featured the…
The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) has been named the 2023 overall winner of the PEBA Partners Award, an honor bestowed by the South Carolina Public Employee Benefit Authority…
Jamie DeMent and Amy Sartain Join the SC Competes Team SC Council on Competitiveness (SC Competes), a nonpartisan, business-led, nonprofit organization located in Columbia, SC, welcomes Jamie DeMent as the…
South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested in WAVS Custom. The $200,000 investment will help the Greenville-based startup continue growing its company and explore new markets for…
The U.S. Department of Education has awarded the Voorhees Center of Excellence for Educator Preparation and Innovation (EPI Center) a new Teacher and School Leader (TSL) Incentive Program grant to…
Event adds play to the workplace to support health, raise funds for the American Heart Association Do you remember the anticipation of field day in elementary school? More than 15…
Former Gamecock and NFL Pro Bowler Patrick DiMarco has joined Cason Development Group as Development Associate/Investor Relations. DiMarco will oversee potential property acquisitions and development as well as manage investor…
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond issued a scam alert to businesses warning them of a bogus solicitation letter selling “certificates of status” and other federally issued documents for…