The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation has received $10,000 from First Citizens Bank to support GSSM’s GoSciTech summer camps. These hands-on STEM programs serve rising…
Tickets on sale for Columbia’s premier event that facilitates 60,000+ feminine product donations in the Midlands Rooted in celebrating strength, sisterhood, and women’s health, the 5th annual Cola Rosé Shower returns on Saturday, February…
The South Carolina Research Authority is partnering with the University of South Carolina Columbia Technology Incubator—soon to be rebranded as The Midlands Innovation X-Change (The MIX)—to provide critical funding for the South Carolina Chapter of…
Women in Municipal Government (WIMG), a constituency group of the National League of Cities (NLC), is honoring Mayor Elise Partin of Cayce, South Carolina as the 2025 WIMG Leadership Award…
Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands is partnering with nationally trusted platform, Girlology, to host an essential masterclass designed for women titled: “Unbothered and Alive: Discover the Power of…
Cogito Academy, a tuition-free public charter school serving students across Lancaster County, South Carolina, held a groundbreaking ceremony this morning for its permanent facility. The school, which first opened in…
$3.7 million investment will create 65 new jobs AVANTech, LLC (AVANTech), a design, engineering, and Nuclear Quality Assurance-1 (NQA-1) fabrication partner delivering advanced processing solutions and build-to-print products, today announced it…
Two Richland One teachers are among the 40 Claflin University alumni named to the college’s 2025 Outstanding Leaders Under 40. St. Andrews Middle School math teacher Tevelyn Gaither and Columbia…
The South Carolina Arts Commission announced that a downtown portion of Summerville was designated by its board of commissioners as the 13th South Carolina Cultural District The proposal for the…
Wayne Boutwell has been appointed chief executive officer of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Columbia. The 96-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital is located at 2935 Colonial Drive in Columbia, South Carolina. Boutwell…
Katie Purushotham, Richland One’s 2025-2026 Induction Teacher of the Year, has been named a finalist for the SC Association for Teaching, Learning and Leading (SCATLL)’s Induction Teacher of the Year…
By Tom Poland A thirteen-year relationship was dying. Here comes one of those songs that arrives at a hurtful time. The song seemed written for us. You grieve, heal,…
The Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce announced 3 new board members for 2026, featuring an outstanding slate of local leaders who bring energy, expertise, and a deep commitment to the…
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report 2025 South Carolina Student Housing Construction pipeline grows behind rising enrollment, large-scale projects Market Highlights After a modest slowdown, universities across the state saw…
$3.7 million investment will create 65 new jobs AVANTech, LLC, a design, engineering and Nuclear Quality Assurance-1 fabrication partner delivering advanced processing solutions and build-to-print products, today announced it is…
Following 12 years of transformational leadership and service, Clemson University President James P. Clements has announced his decision to retire as president, effective December 31. He shared this news with…
Garvin Design Group welcomed Wendy Favila back to the firm as a full-time architectural designer. Wendy grew up in the Midlands and completed her undergraduate degree at Clemson University with…
EXHIBITIONS Keith Haring: Radiant Vision On view through February 15, 2026 Keith Haring (1958–1990) emerged as a shooting star of the New York art scene in the 1980s. His signature…
James Smith, an attorney with more than three decades of experience, brings his legal skill, public‐sector experience, and proven leadership to the City of Cayce. As the council-appointed City Attorney,…
Gather COLA, an open-air food hall built for community connection, celebrated its grand opening and ribbon cutting this past weekend, officially opening its doors on Friday, December 5, 2025. Located…
State-of-the-art ladder frame plant will create nearly 400 new jobs; groundbreaking ceremony set for December 8, 2025 …
Who’s On The Move (WOTM) announces the launch of a new local publication, the Georgetown SC Gazette, a digital news platform built around a twice-weekly email newsletter and a community-focused…
Fifth Annual 2026 Best Hospitals for Maternity Care U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in hospital rankings and consumer advice, has named Lexington Medical Center as a 2026…
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department raised over $1,800 in a single day this year By W. Thomas Smith Jr. FOR THE FIFTH YEAR IN A ROW, Richland County Sheriff Leon…
Eastover Chips, Inc. (Eastover Chips), a subsidiary of The Price Companies, announced it is establishing operations in Richland County. The company’s investment will create 27 new jobs. The Price Companies…
The City of West Columbia is developing a Safe Street and Roads Safety Action Plan (SAP). This effort is part of the City’s commitment to the Safe System Approach, a…
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) announced that Alyssa Reiser Prince, faculty member in the Department of Social Science, Languages, Arts, and Music (SSLAM), has been…
Bellwether Biotech, CADmore, Caridea Therapeutics, Connexus, Chipp, FeatherPMS, Sleep Pods, and Sustainable Materials Technologies were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority member companies. Bellwether Biotech, MyUI.AI, NeuroHope Therapeutics, and ThreatCaptain…
Low- or No-Emission Program Funding Advances Sustainable Transit Solutions The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) has been awarded $15,750,000 through the Federal Transit Administration’s FY25-26 Low- or No-Emission…
WHO: The City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement WHAT: The City of Columbia’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement invites the community to join us for the 3rd Annual…
The Mast General Store announced its first collaboration with Goetze’s Candy Company – a caramelized chocolate bar! The new taste experience is right on target with its name – the Mast Store…
Terms Include $2.7 Billion, 550 MW to Benefit Santee Cooper Customers Taking the next step in the potential sale of two partially built AP1000 units to Brookfield Asset Management, the…
7Sunday’s BizArts, in partnership with the City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities, announced BizArts: A Christmas Story—an uplifting holiday community celebration, nonprofit and small business showcase, and fundraiser supporting…
Together SC program equips new executive directors with skills, strategies, and a statewide peer network to strengthen their organizations and communities. Together SC’s Carolina Leadership Seminars (CLS) announced the nonprofit…
To Bring AI-Powered Grant Discovery Tools to South Carolina Nonprofits Exclusive 20% Member Discount Now Available – Introductory Webinar on December 17 Together SC, the state’s network for nonprofit leadership,…
As part of a renewed push to build healthy mentoring relationships and meet growing demand, Ezekiel Ministries is now hiring for several part-time positions across its after-school group mentoring programs.…
Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union, as part of their partnership with Gamecock Athletics, announces the conclusion of the third annual Teacher of the Game program. Launched in 2023, the season-long…
Following a months-long nationwide search, Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community has announced its incoming Chief Executive Officer, Donald Lilly. Lilly most recently served as the Chief Operating Officer for The…
Exclusive 20% Member Discount Now Available – Introductory Webinar on December 17 Together SC, the state’s network for nonprofit leadership, announced a new partnership with Grantlytics, an innovative AI-driven grant…
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) announced that Chris White, A.A.E. has been named President & CEO, effective January 5, 2026. “It’s a privilege to be chosen to serve as President and…
The Columbia Museum of Art announced a major gift of the Joseph Bruce Collection of Georgian Porcelain, one of the most comprehensive private holdings of New Hall porcelain in the…
IntelliSystems, a leading provider of business-focused technology solutions for Georgia and South Carolina businesses, has been named a 2025 Best of Georgia Award winner. The recognition highlights the company’s commitment…
As the Lexington One Educational Foundation nears the end of its Second Quarter in 2025, the Board of Directors and staff are extremely thankful for the year-end successes and generous…
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…