USC Palmetto College iCarolina Learning Labs celebrate 10K visitors

July 27, 2023

The USC Palmetto College iCarolina Learning Lab Network has reached a significant milestone. To date, the eight established iCarolina Learning Labs have served over 10,000 visitors across South Carolina. The…

Addison Homes receives Home Builders Association of Greenville’s Green Building Bridge Award

July 27, 2023

Addison Homes, a local home builder which specializes in building healthy, high-performance homes that emphasize increased comfort and durability, better indoor air quality, ultra energy efficiency, and the use of…

Five ways to spend unused 529 plan funds

July 26, 2023

Opening a 529 plan is a fantastic way to save for education for a child. Imagine that you have been saving for your child’s college education since she was a…

Cyberwoven, a South Carolina-based digital agency publishes new insights piece: Hi Ed Marketing: Navigating a Changing Landscape

July 26, 2023

Cyberwoven, a leading brand, web, and marketing agency located in the heart of South Carolina, sat down with the firm’s Director of Strategy, Dan Hoover, to discuss the evolving higher…

La’Jessica Stringfellow named as legal ‘Phenom’ by S.C. Lawyers Weekly

July 26, 2023

La’Jessica Stringfellow, an associate attorney with Robinson Gray law firm, has been recognized as a member of the 2023 class of Lawyers Weekly Media Icons and Phenoms. She is being…

SC Teachers Visit SC Ports Wando Welch Terminal

July 26, 2023

Strategic Development Group was proud to sponsor a trip for South Caroline educators to the South Carolina Ports Authority on Thursday, July 20, 2023. The trip was hosted by the…

Southern First reports results for second quarter 2023

July 26, 2023

Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three-month period ended June 30, 2023. “I am proud of our…

Southern First Reports Results for Second Quarter 2023

July 26, 2023

Greenville, South Carolina, July 25, 2023 – Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three-month period ended June…

Caring citizen delivers stuffed animals to Richland County Sheriff’s Department

July 25, 2023

Toys will be presented to children by RCSD deputies By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) was the recipient of more than 30 stuffed animals, a…

First Choice makes going back to school easy and fun in Columbia

July 25, 2023

Jump-Start Back-to-School event offers school supplies, backpacks, and more Select Health of South Carolina’s First Choice health plan will host its second Jump-Start Back-to-School event of the summer, featuring back-to-school information, children’s activities,…

Newberry College to partner with new YMCA childcare center

July 25, 2023

Affordable, high-quality childcare centers are in high demand in South Carolina. With the Newberry YMCA planning to build a new center in the next year, Newberry College teacher education students…

Recruiting Solutions relocates Florence office

July 25, 2023

Recruiting Solutions, a leading recruitment firm and staffing agency, announced the relocation of its Florence office to 217 Dozier Blvd, Suite 202, Florence, SC.  The recently completed space marks Recruiting…

GSSM receives $10,000 grant from Trane Technologies to provide scholarships for summer programs

July 25, 2023

The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation announced it has received a $10,000 grant from Trane Technologies. This gift will support scholarships for students across the…

Entrepreneur Minute – Roshanda Pratt, REP Network and Host of The Rosho Live

July 25, 2023

The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…

Kara Tiffany joins the Woodruff at Five Forks office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS®

July 24, 2023

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Kara Tiffany has joined the company’s Woodruff at Five Forks office as a sales associate. Kara has dedicated thirty years of…

Cayce Mayor Elise Partin to run for reelection in November 2023

July 24, 2023

First female mayor seeks next term in office Cayce Mayor Elise Partin formally announces her candidacy for re-election to the office of Mayor in the upcoming November 7, 2023 election.…

Chase Green joins the Midtown Office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS®

July 24, 2023

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Chase Green has joined the company’s Midtown office as a sales associate. Chase, a proud South Carolinian and founder of the…

Jill Smith + Associates Counseling celebrates the grand opening of its expanded downtown Columbia office

July 24, 2023

Jill Smith + Associates Counseling — the premier counseling practice in the greater Columbia, S.C. region — proudly announces the official grand opening of its new and expanded office located…

Charles R. Drew Wellness Center is named the Best Community Center

July 24, 2023

Congratulations to the Charles R. Drew Wellness Center for being voted the Best Community Center for the 2023 Best of Columbia contest. Charles R. Drew Wellness center offers several amenities…

South Carolina ETV completes interactive collection exploring the Reconstruction era in American history

July 24, 2023

South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) is pleased to announce the completion of its interactive and immersive educational website Reconstruction 360. Work on Reconstruction 360 began in 2019 to complement the PBS…

South Carolina ETV and Public Radio nominated for five South Carolina Broadcaster’s Association STAR Awards

July 24, 2023

South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) is proud to announce its nomination for five prestigious South Carolina Broadcaster’s Association (SCBA) State Television and Radio (STAR) Awards. Winners of the…

Marketing Minute Video: Six Ways PR is Innovating in a Changing Landscape

July 24, 2023

  Marketing Minute Amanda Loveday, NP Strategy This insightful Marketing Minute explores the transformative impact of the pandemic on the public relations industry, highlighting six innovative ways PR professionals are…

Grant from The Leon Levine Foundation helps New Morning expand vital reproductive healthcare

July 24, 2023

New Morning, a South Carolina nonprofit organization, announced it has received a $50,000 grant from The Leon Levine Foundation (TLLF) to support its program that provides free and low-cost birth…

Success of South Carolina Seven 2023 far exceeding all expectations

July 24, 2023

With nine days remaining, the SC7 Expedition is setting a measurable record far beyond previous years’ indeterminate numbers CHARLESTON, S.C. – SC7 officials say this year’s trek from the mountains…

The Sheriff and his oak tree

July 24, 2023

Commanding oak stands as a tangible testament to Sheriff Leon Lott’s 26 years in office so far By W. Thomas Smith Jr. In the Spring of 1997, Richland County Sheriff…

Lakelands Young Republicans Unite District 55 Community for an Informative School Board Forum

July 22, 2023

The Lakelands Young Republicans are excited to announce a significant initiative aimed at fostering civic engagement and informed decision-making within the Laurens District 55 community. We take immense pride in…

Dr. Susan L. Johnson discusses SC7 2023

July 21, 2023

MUSC’s Director of Health Promotion and Assistant Professor of Graduate Studies in the College of Health Professions talks from the trail July 19, 2023 EDITORIAL NOTE: In this series of…

Carolina Handling hosting patriotic forklift auction for charity

July 20, 2023

On National Hire a Veteran Day on July 25, Carolina Handling will launch an online auction to raise funds for two veteran organizations, Folds of Honor and Upstate Warrior Solution,…

Former teacher to serve as Original Six Foundation’s first program coordinator

July 20, 2023

The Original Six (O6) Foundation, a nonprofit that provides afterschool and literacy programs for vulnerable students in rural and underserved areas of South Carolina, has named Cameron Gentry program coordinator.…

Older doesn’t mean we have to be more stupid

July 20, 2023

By Jeff Becraft   “Just because we’re older doesn’t mean we have to be more stupid.” This was a statement made to me by a friend when I had asked…

Blink Book Review #7 – Travel Books

July 20, 2023

  By Reba Hull Campbell I’ve long been a collector of travel guides. There’s a stack on my bookshelf of books about Spain, Mexico, Italy, Thailand, France, England, Scotland, Israel…

Weston, Inc.’s 6011 Shakespeare Road leased to Lanter Delivery Systems

July 20, 2023

Weston, Inc. announces that Lanter Delivery Systems has leased a ±29,230-square-foot cross-dock building located at 6011 Shakespeare Road in Columbia. Lanter Delivery Systems arranges transportation and courier services to the…

Oconee Federal to merge with Mutual Savings Bank

July 20, 2023

SENECA, SC. & HARTSVILLE, SC – Oconee Federal Financial Corp. (NASDAQ: OFED) (“the Company”), the holding company for Oconee Federal Savings and Loan Association, and the majority-owned subsidiary of Oconee…

Congressman Clyburn announces over $300 thousand in Federal Transit Administration funding for rural transit project

July 20, 2023

Today, Congressman James E. Clyburn announced South Carolina will receive $342,000 in Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Areas of Persistent Poverty Program funding for the TriCounty Link. Currently, the TriCounty Link…

Artist Minute – Jessica Fichter, Trustus Theatre

July 19, 2023

The Who’s on the Move Artist Minute is a quick, two-minute interview in support of the undeniable impact that the arts and local artists have on our communities. One of…

CONNEX South Carolina now available for SC manufacturers

July 19, 2023

Governor Henry McMaster, alongside leadership from South Carolina’s business community, announced the launch of CONNEX South Carolina, a free online platform that provides one-stop access to manufacturers in the state…

Colliers Report: Unprecedented wave of new construction about to crest

July 19, 2023

Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2022 South Carolina Industrial Market Highlights 8.9 million square feet delivered statewide this quarter and another 10 million square feet will deliver…

Richland County groups can apply for grants worth more than $2 million

July 19, 2023

Funding available for community-based programs, services Organizations in Richland County that offer community-based programs and services have until Monday, July 31 to apply for a share of more than $2…

The City of Columbia becomes the first city/county in South Carolina to receive LEED Certification

July 19, 2023

The City of Columbia Public Works Department announced at last night’s City Council meeting that the City of Columbia has achieved LEED Gold certification. The City of Columbia is part…

Richland County groups can apply for Grants worth more than $2 million

July 19, 2023

Funding available for community-based programs, services Organizations in Richland County that offer community-based programs and services have until Monday, July 31 to apply for a share of more than $2…

Mike Brown contemporary artist in residence Dogon Krigga

July 19, 2023

Mike Brown Contemporary in partnership with One Columbia SC, is pleased to announce Dogon Krigga will serve as the first MBC Emerging Artist In Residence. With generous support from One Columbia…

Rotary Club of Spartanburg elects Coby Cartrette Hennecy as 107th President

July 19, 2023

The Rotary Club of Spartanburg inducted its new officers on Tuesday, July 11 at the Piedmont Club. The roster included: Coby Cartrette Hennecy (President), Louis J. Smith (President-Elect), Lindsay G.…

Nelson Lindsay bolsters Parker Poe Consulting’s site selection & economic development services

July 19, 2023

Parker Poe Consulting LLC is pleased to announce Nelson Lindsay is joining the firm’s site selection and economic development services division. Nelson brings nearly three decades of expertise in economic…

The Comet’s Crystal Willis Receives Certification in Transit Management

July 19, 2023

The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) announces that Crystal Willis, Financial Accountant for the organization, has successfully completed the Westgate Center for Leadership and Management Development Transit Paratransit…

Therapalooza: “The Greatest Show in the Southeast” set for Sept. 22

July 19, 2023

Prepare for an unforgettable evening under the big top benefiting The Therapy Place Come one, come all to Therapalooza: “The Greatest Show in the Southeast,” benefiting The Therapy Place, a…

Mirci receives $170,000 grant from United Way of the Midlands to support behavioral health and supportive housing programs

July 19, 2023

The Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. (Mirci) is pleased to share that it will receive $170,000 from United Way of the Midlands to provide behavioral health services and housing in…

Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette discusses SC7 2023

July 19, 2023

South Carolina Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette talks from the trail July 19, 2023 EDITORIAL NOTE: In this series of short videos running throughout the month of July, South Carolina leaders…

The Day The Sky Fell

July 19, 2023

By Tom Poland   A beautiful blue-sky afternoon it was. As I walked back from my mailbox a freshly killed squirrel with half its head missing fell right in front…

Colliers Report: Positive absorption returned to Columbia

July 19, 2023

Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2023 Columbia Office Market Highlights Vacancy dropped to 15.3% this quarter due to tenant demand for better-quality spaces. Better quality typically means…

Colliers brokers new lease at 2744 Millwood Avenue in Columbia

July 19, 2023

Colliers | South Carolina’s Mary Winter Teaster represented the tenants, Maxine Deutschendorf Counseling Corp. and Todd Counseling, LLC, and Ryan McCue, ALC represented the owner, 2744 Millwood LLC, in the…