TD Bank names Joe Pearson Relationship Manager

January 13, 2022

TD Bank has named Joe Pearson as Relationship Manager, serving the Midlands and Pee Dee markets of South Carolina. In his role, Pearson will be responsible for enhancing existing commercial…

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SeamonWhiteside introduces new Women’s Initiative Steering Committee

January 13, 2022

SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service land design firm throughout the Carolinas, is introducing the six women leading the firm’s new company-wide Women’s Initiative, which was created this year as a step…

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Let’s Put South Carolina First

January 13, 2022

By John Boyanoski, Rosylin Weston and Chip Felkel The State of South Carolina has roughly $6 billion dollars in relatively unexpected money to spend in the next five years due…

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Law enforcement’s force multipliers

January 13, 2022

The Richland County Sheriff’s Department’s Reserve Deputy program By Marie Waldrop TEN YEARS AGO, Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott established the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) Reserve Deputy Program to…

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2022 Cottontown Art Crawl

January 13, 2022

The fourth annual Cottontown Art Crawl will welcome 115 artists to show and sell their original work in the downtown Columbia neighborhood. The event will be held on Saturday, March…

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MycoWorks establishing operations in Union County

January 13, 2022

$107 million investment to create 400 new jobs MycoWorks, a biotechnology company that specializes in mycelium-grown materials for use as sustainable, luxury-quality leather alternatives, today announced plans to establish operations…

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Situational de-escalation and escalation of force for law enforcement tactical teams

January 13, 2022

The primary challenge for the Richland County Sheriff’s Department Special Response Team going into 2022 By W. Thomas Smith Jr. As 2022 is surely poised to bring about new –…

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Colliers represents Reger Holdings in the disposition of 361,526-square-foot industrial building in Orangeburg

January 12, 2022

COLUMBIA/CHARLESTON, SC – Colliers | South Carolina’s Chuck Salley, SIOR, Dave Mathews, SIOR, Thomas Beard and John Peebles represented Reger Holdings LLC in the disposition of a 361,526-square-foot industrial building at…

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Chief Buildings establishing operations in Lancaster County

January 12, 2022

$22.1 million investment will create 102 new jobs over the next five years​​​​​​​ Chief Buildings, a subsidiary of Chief Industries, Inc. and a premier metal building system manufacturer, today announced plans to…

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Plans underway for CIU’s new Bachelor of Science in Nursing this fall

January 12, 2022

Applications are being accepted for Columbia International University’s new faith-integrated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program that begins classes in August, pending approval from the State Board of Nursing.…

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Healthy Learners welcomes new Board members and installs new officers

January 12, 2022

Emily Blayton and Matthew Roberts Join the Board of Trustees  Healthy Learners announces the addition of Emily Blayton and Matthew Roberts to the Healthy Learners Board of Trustees, as well…

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Community COVID-19 testing closed at Prisma Health Richland Hospital

January 12, 2022

Prisma Health Richland Hospital will close drive-through Community Testing for COVID-19 on the hospital campus. The last day of drive-through Community Testing on the hospital campus will be today, Wednesday,…

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USC Columbia Technology Incubator awarded $50,000 grant to increase support of women-owned businesses in SC through 3PhaseSC 

January 12, 2022

The USC Columbia Technology Incubator has been awarded $50,000 as a part of the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Growth Accelerator Fund Competition (GAFC) to support the 3PhaseSC pre-SBIR/STTR accelerator. The…

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Companion Life maintains A+ financial strength rating for 20th consecutive year

January 12, 2022

AM Best, the largest independent credit rating agency in the world specializing in the insurance industry, recognized Companion Life Insurance Company with a rating of A+. This is the 20th…

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Spring social skills groups and job training at The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment

January 12, 2022

Registration is open now for the spring semester of social skills groups and job training at The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment. The spring semester includes weekly in-person sessions at The…

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The ART of Real Estate announces promotion of Cole Warren to Market Manager

January 12, 2022

The ART of Real Estate announced Cole Warren has been named the company’s Market Manager. Warren joined The ART of Real Estate in 2019 as an Associate Agent with their…

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Shamrock Technologies, Inc. establishing operations in Laurens County

January 12, 2022

$19.4 million investment to create new growth opportunities Shamrock Technologies, Inc. (Shamrock), one of the world’s largest processors and developers of specialty natural and synthetic wax additives, today announced plans…

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GSSM’s Spark! and ENGAGE after school programs now accepting applications

January 11, 2022

The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is now accepting applications for its free after-school programs Spark! and ENGAGE. Students may apply online at scgssm.org/outreach. ENGAGE is a…

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School Board Recognition Month: celebrating local leaders

January 11, 2022

School Board Recognition Month: celebrating local leaders Each year during January the South Carolina School Boards Association joins with districts across the state to honor the work of local school…

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Application deadline for Richland One magnet programs set for Jan. 31

January 11, 2022

The deadline to apply to participate in a Richland One magnet program is set for Jan. 31. The application and information about Richland One Magnet Programs can be found on…

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Attorney General Alan Wilson works to stop international scam calls

January 11, 2022

Attorney General Alan Wilson today urged the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to put in place measures that will help stem the tide of foreign-based illegal robocalls that attempt to scam…

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Richland Library announces new Artist-In-Residence

January 11, 2022

Welcome Mary How, Artist, Board-Certified Art Therapist and Emotional Wellness Coach Richland Library continues providing unfettered access to programming, services, and resources, including mental health and mindfulness support. Please join us…

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County welcomes residents’ input on proposed redistricting

January 11, 2022

Richland County is making proposed redistricting maps available to residents online and in person, in order to get feedback on the maps before the new districts are finalized. This redistricting…

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Prisma Health strengthens primary care services across Midlands region

January 11, 2022

Community members should prioritize preventive care as part of their health and wellness.  Prisma Health has increased its primary care services capacity across the Midlands region adding 12 new physicians,…

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Solid Waste holding open interviews

January 11, 2022

Staff Shortage Causing Delays on Yard Trash Collection The City of Columbia Solid Waste Division is experiencing delays in yard trash collection due to several factors including a high number…

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GLOBAL ECO ADVENTURES names new president

January 11, 2022

Thomas Mullikin Jr. to lead the internationally recognized non-profit By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Thomas Mullikin, Jr., son of Dr. Tom Mullikin, chair of the S.C. Floodwater Commission, was named…

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Internship Fair takes place at Segra Park January 19 

January 11, 2022

The Columbia Fireflies will be hosting a pair of internship fairs Wednesday, January 19 from 9:30 am-11:30 am and 2:30 pm-4:30 pm. The team will take resumes for internships to…

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South Arts Fellows Exhibition at 701 Center for Contemporary Art

January 11, 2022

An exhibition series that in 2019 originated at 701 Center for Contemporary Art in Columbia, S.C., and is rapidly becoming the most important annual show of contemporary art made in…

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South Carolina Federal will merge with G.H.S. Federal Credit Union

January 11, 2022

South Carolina Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce its upcoming merger with G.H.S. Federal Credit Union after an affirmative member vote concluded on December 8, 2021. After the merger…

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Milliken & Company presents fourth-annual Milliken Honors

January 11, 2022

Now in its fourth year, Milliken & Company announces the 2021 Milliken Honors award recipients highlighting Milliken associates from around the globe who champion its five core company values. The…

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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Adair Patterson joins YMCA Camp Greenville Board of Advisors

January 11, 2022

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Adair Patterson was recently selected to serve on the Board of Advisors for YMCA Camp Greenville. “As an alumnus and longtime supporter of Camp…

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Riggs Partners announces 2022 CreateAthon® nonprofit clients

January 11, 2022

  Three South Carolina nonprofit organizations will be the beneficiaries of pro bono marketing and communication services provided by Riggs Partners during its 24th annual CreateAthon®. The marketing marathon will…

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SCRA produces over one billion dollar impact on South Carolina’s economy

January 11, 2022

South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) marked a strong year in 2021. The impact on South Carolina’s innovation economy was over a billion dollars. The total amount includes jobs supported, the…

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Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC President to retire in the summer of 2022 

January 10, 2022

Tom Keith, the long-time president of the Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina will retire in July of 2022. Keith is the founding president of the Foundation which began in…

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Planning Commission

January 10, 2022

On Thursday, January 13, 2022, the Planning Commission meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. respectfully at City Hall, 1737 Main St., Columbia, SC 29201. In the interest of public…

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Aquila Theatre Company presents a stage version of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s iconic “The Great Gatsby” at the Newberry Opera House

January 10, 2022

Adapted from novel to play, the quintessential American Jazz Age story about millionaire Jay Gatsby and his obsession with former lover Daisy Buchanan will come to the Newberry Opera House…

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Milliken Forestry Company announces rebrand to Milliken Advisors

January 10, 2022

Milliken Forestry Company, a full-service land management company, announced today it is rebranding as Milliken Advisors. Milliken Forestry has been a trusted partner and advisor for over 70 years, helping South Carolina…

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Richland Two Board of Trustees to meet Tuesday, January 11, 2022

January 10, 2022

The Richland School District Two Board of Trustees will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, January 11, 2022. The board meeting will be called to order at 5:30 p.m. and the board will immediately adjourn into executive session.…

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City of Columbia to close the North end of Riverfront Park to perform vegetation clearing

January 10, 2022

Beginning Tuesday, January 11, the City of Columbia will close the North end of Riverfront Park (4122 River Drive) on weekdays until 4 pm to perform vegetation clearing from both sides…

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South Carolina Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics to host preview day for prospective students

January 10, 2022

The Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics (GSSM) is hosting the last   Preview Day of the season for prospective high school sophomores and their families on Saturday, February 5, 2022,…

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Dominion Energy to test sirens at Lake Murray Dam

January 10, 2022

Dominion Energy South Carolina will conduct the annual test of its Lake Murray Dam inundation sirens Tuesday, Jan. 11, at noon. The sirens will sound for approximately three minutes. Testing…

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South Carolina Beer Wholesalers Association donates $10,000.00 to the South Carolina Human Trafficking Task Force

January 10, 2022

The South Carolina Beer Wholesalers Association (SCBWA) announced that it recently presented a $10,000.00 donation to the South Carolina Human Trafficking Task Force. “Since 2019, our beer wholesaler members and…

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Central Carolina Community Foundation now accepting scholarship applications for 2022-2023 school year

January 10, 2022

More than 200 scholarship opportunities totaling over $500,000 are available to students Central Carolina Community Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications for the 2022-2023 school year now through March 5, 2022.…

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Gov. Henry McMaster announces Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Executive Budget, ARPA recommendations

January 10, 2022

Governor Henry McMaster today announced the FY 2022-2023 Executive Budget and provided his recommendations on how funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) should be invested by the General…

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City addresses citizen concerns about delayed yard trash collection

January 10, 2022

The City of Columbia Solid Waste Division is experiencing delays in yard trash collection due to staffing vacancies and an unprecedented heavy leaf season. “It’s been a very challenging year,…

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DHEC updates COVID-19 school guidance

January 10, 2022

Supports CDC Recommendation for Moderna Boosters After 5 Months The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) on Sunday updated its COVID-19 guidance for K-12 schools booklet to reflect the…

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SC Ports achieves record volumes in 2021

January 10, 2022

South Carolina Ports had its best calendar year in history in 2021 as the SC Ports team and broader maritime community efficiently handled an unprecedented amount of cargo. “2021 was…

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Central Carolina Community Foundation now accepting scholarship applications for 2022-2023 school year

January 10, 2022

Central Carolina Community Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications for the 2022-2023 school year now through March 5, 2022. More than 200 scholarship opportunities are available — totaling over $500,000.…

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Publico Kitchen and Tap coming to the BullStreet District

January 10, 2022

Publico Kitchen and Tap, a popular Latin-Asian influenced restaurant, will open its second Columbia location in the BullStreet District’s historic Ensor Building in Spring 2022. Mike Duganier, owner of Publico…

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Trinity Partners moves to downtown Class A building, 1501 Main Street

January 10, 2022

Trinity Partners is excited to announce their Columbia team has officially moved to a seven-story 138,909 square foot Class A office building at 1501 Main Street in downtown Columbia. Construction…

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