The year 1780 had seen mostly bad news for the Patriot cause in South Carolina. The British captured one American army in May at the siege of Charleston. The redcoats…
This month, Historic Columbia is wrapping up Historic Holiday Tours and welcoming the new year with a month of tours and programs, including a walking tour of Columbia’s Heathwood neighborhood…
Skyscanner has named Columbia one of its Hidden Culinary Gems for 2025, placing the city among the top food destinations to watch this year. Columbia earned this spot through its…
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Elliot Condon, J. Patrick Bradley and Mackenzie C. Ruroede have been elected as Shareholders in the firm, effective January 1, 2026. “We are thrilled…
By Jeff Becraft Back when Caroline Children’s Home was still open. I would go over on Sunday afternoons and do some activities with the kids. One Sunday afternoon, I…
Lizard’s Thicket, a family-owned and operated restaurant rooted in Southern tradition, will once again ring in the New Year by serving the traditional Southern New Year’s Day meal: pork chops,…
The Central SC Alliance (CSCA) announced the retirement of Stephen Roddey, Vice President of Business Recruitment, following a 19-year tenure with the organization and three decades in economic and business…
Popular Midlands-area School Resource Officer attends international police conference in Seoul By W. Thomas Smith Jr. I love Korea. I love and respect the country for its deep, rich history…
The award recognizes those who protect South Carolina’s lands, waters, and wildlife with exceptional dedication By Cheyenne Twilley Colonel Chisolm Frampton, S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR), was presented the…
The City of Columbia will hold the annual “Capital City Fireworks” display to ring in 2026 on Wednesday, December 31st. The fireworks display will begin right after midnight, and the…
On December 5th, Hood Construction and Garvin Design Group joined Cason Development Group, Four Oaks Property Group, and Hughes Development for the grand opening of Gather COLA. Located at the corner…
Gilbane, a nationally recognized leader in integrated real estate development and construction, alongside the University of South Carolina (USC), has reached a major milestone with the “topping out” of USC’s…
The City of Columbia announces that the business licensing renewal season begins on Monday, February 2, 2026. All 2025 business licenses expire on April 30, 2026, with a 5% late…
Colliers | South Carolina announced Amber Scharp has been promoted to Property Accountant with the firm’s Real Estate Management Services (REMS) team in Columbia. In her new role, Scharp will…
Dozens of professionals graduated from the 2025 South Carolina Economic Development Institute (The Institute), a premier training program advancing economic development leadership across the state. This year marks the 60th…
S.C. Department of Natural Resources Director commends state agency employees, looks to the future By Dr. Tom Mullikin As we stand at the close of another year and look ahead…
Students who choose to attend Lander University for the 2026-27 academic year will pay the same tuition rate that former students paid more than a decade ago. The University’s Board…
Midlands teacher enjoys bringing financial literacy to life for young students South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has named Andrea McKnight of H.E. Corley Elementary School as the December Educator of…
By Tom Poland Christmas is coming. Toys will be high on many a list. My grandsons have outgrown toys but not that many years ago I got them remote-controlled…
By Jeff Becraft The Christmas season brings a variety of responses from various people. Some people are filled with joy and gladness… and others feel discouraged and depressed. We…
Core Spaces (“Core”), a leading real estate developer, operator and investment manager, announced that it has closed on construction financing for ōLiv Columbia and officially broken ground on the 2,352-bed…
Law Firm employees and friends gather around Salvation Army red kettles for the fifth season For the fifth year in a row, the Camden-based Mullikin Law Firm continued its annual…
The Columbia Museum of Art announces the opening of its newly imagined collection galleries, the final phase of a legacy renovation project a year in the making. Capping off the…
With over a decade of personal injury experience, Johnson’s addition to the team expands the firm’s ability to help injured clients throughout South Carolina Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC welcomed Attorney…
America’s 250th birthday is just around the corner, and celebrations are already taking shape across the nation. As the country prepares to honor two and a half centuries of independence,…
Trinity Partners has successfully facilitated the purchase and sale of what will become the new headquarters of the South Carolina Golf Association (SCGA). SCGA purchased 7701 St. Andrews Road in…
Located at 230 Red Hawk Way in Blythewood, the new 21,300-square-foot medical facility is now home to Blythewood Family Medicine, a Lexington Health physician practice. Additional services will be added…
The Nickelodeon Theater presents a special theatrical run of The Grand Strand, an award-winning independent film produced by Columbia-based nonprofit Local Cinema Studios (LCS). The film will screen January 15–29,…
It was the late 1990s when Georgia-based MetroPower decided to launch an out-of-state branch in Greenville, SC – doing business as (dba) CarolinaPower. The challenge at hand for the start-up:…
Colliers | South Carolina announces that Rosalynda Nakasone has joined the accounting department as Billing and Collections Coordinator. Nakasone will coordinate receivables and billing to assist property managers, project managers…
The Charter Institute at Erskine (Institute) announced that its Board of Directors has approved a total of six transfer schools from the Limestone Charter Association after adding three additional schools…
$6.5 million investment will create 20 new jobs FAST FACTS Ironline Metals is expanding operations in Hampton County. The company’s $6.5 million investment will create 20 new jobs. Ironline Metals is…
After a remarkable 28-year career in public education, Red Bank Elementary School Principal Janet Ricard has announced plans to retire at the end of the 2025–26 school year. Ricard has…
S.C. Department of Commerce distributes Community Development Block Grant funds to 27 recipients Communities throughout South Carolina are receiving community development grant funds totaling more than $12 million for public…
Today, Columbia City Council gave first reading to a contract of sale of the Washington Square Office Building and Washington Plaza Parking Garage and Retail Shops. This reading is the first…
Half-price discount for all SC Phil concerts at Koger Center for the Arts The South Carolina Philharmonic (SC Phil), in partnership with Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union, announced a special offer for…
The Five Points Association (FPA) rang in the season and celebrated a year of community impact during its Holiday Party and Annual Meeting, held Thursday, December 11, at Ruby Sunshine…
NAI Columbia announce the following recently completed transactions for November 2025. Sales: Ben Kelly, CCIM, Patrick Chambers, and Jack Springs represented the seller in the recent disposition of 14.66 acres…
South Carolina Research Authority has announced two recent promotions. Patti Mack is now director of finance and administration. Teresa Hinson is now the director of governance, risk, and compliance. “Patti…
Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina (JAGSC) announces the conclusion of Casey Pash’s remarkable 11-year tenure as CEO and President. Pash’s visionary leadership has transformed the organization into a statewide…
South Carolina Ports and its maritime partners continue to deliver efficient operations and customized solutions, providing customers with stability as the industry begins feeling the effects of a downturn. The…
After an extensive search, the University of South Carolina School of Music announced Evan Powers as the new Associate Director of Choral Studies. He will conduct the University Chorus and…
Ballentine center offering same-day care and one-swab cold and flu testing Prisma Health Urgent Care announced today the opening of a new location in Ballentine. Beginning December 15, 2025, residents…
Jersey Mike’s Subs, known for its fresh sliced/fresh grilled subs, will open at 135 Blythewood Road in Blythewood on December 17. Franchise owners Daniel Mustian and Rodger Blake-Ward will hold a grand opening…
$7.4 investment will create 49 new jobs FAST FACTS Mission Critical Interior Solutions, Inc. (MCIS) selects Orangeburg County to establish the company’s first South Carolina operation. The company’s $7.4 million investment…
The University of South Carolina Board of Trustees gave final approval Tuesday (Dec. 16) to projects designed to reinvigorate several iconic buildings in the heart of the Columbia campus. The…
SC Housing Executive Director Richard Hutto will retire at the start of the new year, ending nearly four decades of service in public finance, community development and affordable housing. Hutto’s…
Lima One Capital recently closed a $23.8 million loan to fund construction of 15 high-end homes in an infill development in Wine Country. A renowned Bay Area builder with decades…
Denmark Technical College will celebrate a historic occasion with the investiture of its 10th president, Eric Brown, Ph.D., on Friday, January 30, 2026, at 10 a.m. in the William L.…
HTC, in partnership with Georgetown County Parks & Recreation and Georgetown County Sheriff’s Department, recently held a Christmas Turkey Giveaway at 8 Oaks Park, where they distributed 250 turkeys (weighing…