By Tom Poland Orchids. There were days I wore them in my lapel for formal events, but those days are gone. I’ve not seen many in the wild, but…
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Grand opening event to be held in concert with First Thursday October 7, 2021 The South Carolina Philharmonic is celebrating the organization’s recent move to Main Street in Columbia, SC.…
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Research & Forecast Report 2021 SOUTH CAROLINA | CONSTRUCTION TRENDS Key Takeaways Mid-year statewide construction starts in key sectors totaled $1.85B, a $426M increase compared to mid-year 2020. Pre-development indicators,…
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Meredith Pope Embraces Entrepreneurship to Pursue her Passion for Animals Fetch! Pet Care, America’s largest franchised provider of professional dog walking and in-home pet sitting services, is bringing experienced and…
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Cathleen Lacey, curriculum resource teacher (CRT) at Crayton Middle School, has earned the designation of Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE) Expert for the 2021-2022 school year. She is one of only…
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Lowcountry Kettle, a producer of Southern-inspired kettle chips, announced a partnership with Rough House Pictures, the Charleston-based production company from Danny McBride, David Gordon Green, and Jody Hill. Despite the…
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Through the generous support of Walter P. Rawl & Sons, the Lexington One Educational Foundation has presented the W. P. Rawl School Garden Mini-Grant Awards biannually for the past eight…
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The Lexington District One Educational Foundation recently awarded 11 Michelin Golden Apple Teacher Grants to deserving recipients in Lexington County School District One. Fall Grant awards totaled $2,750 and will…
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UofSC advances efforts to create a destination for people to learn the state’s history in the movement The University of South Carolina will continue rehabilitation and preservation of the historic…
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Racial equality funding supports MTC’s QuickJobs programs Bank of America has awarded the Midlands Technical College Foundation a $100,000 grant for workforce development that is essential to the Midlands economy.…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis may be looking for you. That’s because his office has $9.4 million in unclaimed funds that belongs to people living in Pickens County. “An important part…
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By David Dubberly and Brittany Clark Nexsen Pruet On Sept. 9, 2021, President Biden issued a six-part plan to combat the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic “while also keeping schools open and…
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Midlands Technical College has been named as one of the best employers in South Carolina. In August, Forbes released its annual list of America’s Best Employers by State. Midlands Technical…
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Leading law firm with offices across South Carolina honors its history with an initiative that continues a legacy of advancing businesses, the community, and the environment In celebration of its…
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The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center will be hosting the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce’s Grassroots Regional Meeting on Tuesday, September 21 at 8:15 a.m. at the Chamber, located at…
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League of Women Voters of the Columbia Area leader, Keller Bumgardner Barron, has been named a 2021 Columbia City of Women Honoree. Columbia City of Women was founded by Historic…
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The Columbia Art Center and park rangers with the Columbia Parks & Recreation Department will host the 2021 Art Along the Trail showcase at Riverfront Park on Saturday, October 2. Art Along the Trail is an interactive visual and performing arts experience. Artists will be staged along the Columbia Canal and the park’s nature trail to provide artistic…
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NORTH AUGUSTA, SC – CEM Corporation and AmbioPharm, Inc. announced the formation of a partnership for production of GMP peptides for the global market. The partnership will involve an exclusive1…
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The 2022 U.S. News & World Report rankings show Columbia International University in the Top 10 for Social Mobility among Regional Universities South. The Social Mobility ranking is important for…
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First Community Bank was recognized with three awards for commercial lending excellence during the annual meeting of the Business Development Corporation Of South Carolina (BDC) and its associate company Certified…
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As coronavirus cases rise, the City of Columbia is urging citizens to get vaccinated and is offering several free vaccine clinics. The City of Columbia is partnering SC DHEC to host FREE COVID-19…
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Also gains new undergraduate rankings in latest U.S. News report The University of South Carolina has the top first-year student experience of any public college in the country, according to…
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Richland One has received the 2021 Partnership District Award and two of its schools received 2021 Partnership School Awards from the National Network of Partnership Schools (NNPS) at Johns Hopkins…
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Service members have visited the USO center nearly one million times EASTOVER, SC – This month the USO South Carolina is celebrating ten years of service at McCrady Training Center.…
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Now in its 20th year, this competition recognizes the achievements of top-performing private and publicly-owned companies that have contributed to South Carolina’s economy through exceptional increases in revenues and employment.…
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For the past 49 years, Multiplying Good has believed in the power of service. Through activation, training, and recognition, they continue to unleash the potential in individuals around the country…
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Trinity Partners Columbia recently facilitated the sale of the former home of Virginia College, 7201 Two Notch Road, a 45,191 square foot building in Columbia, South Carolina. Trinity Partner’s Roger…
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By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Two Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) deputies received Eastminster Presbyterian Church’s Servant Leadership award during ceremonies which also awarded members of the Columbia Police Department,…
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Bank of America’s $500,000 grant expands program statewide Three Chamber organizations from across South Carolina jointly announced today that Bank of America has provided a $500,000 grant to launch a…
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With the rise of COVID-19 cases and the surge caused by the Delta variant, Prisma Health Midlands Foundation is moving the 31st Walk for Life and Famously Hot Pink Half…
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Registration is now open for the 2021 Hire Me SC Employer Summit — an annual event led by Hire Me SC and Able SC for business managers, executives and human…
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Jamie Lovegrove, an award-winning journalist deeply versed in Palmetto State politics and media, will join the rapidly growing team at NP Strategy, a strategic communications firm serving clients across the…
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Community Association Management Services (CAMS), an industry leader in community association management throughout the Carolinas, announced that long-time Community Manager Tara Armstrong is taking on the new role of Director…
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The City of Cayce has hired Deputy Chief Chris Cowan, a 29 year law enforcement veteran, as the next Chief of Police for the City of Cayce In July, current…
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$17 million investment will create 78 new jobs Evanesce, a sustainable technology innovator, today announced new operations in Hampton County. The $17 million investment will create 78 new jobs. Founded…
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Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2021 Columbia Retail Market Highlights During the second quarter of 2021, most retail activity was concentrated in service-oriented establishments like day spas,…
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By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) Deputy Chief Chris Cowan will become the next Cayce chief of police, effective Oct. 4, 2021. “This is a bittersweet…
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United Way of the Midlands is asking residents throughout the Midlands to participate in the September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance by completing small acts of service to…
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Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Shugart as Chief Mortgage Officer. Shugart is a Certified Mortgage…
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The S.C. Department of Commerce Office of Innovation, in partnership with the South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) and 3Phase, today announced the launch of the state’s first Phase IIB…
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NAI Columbia’s Ben Kelly, CCIM, and Patrick Chambers developed, brokered and leased a new multi–tenant retail development located at 2708 Clemson Rd, in Columbia, South Carolina. The development includes East…
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Joseph Outreach, the nonprofit arm of DESA, Inc., has received a grant from The Duke Energy Foundation to benefit returning citizens in South Carolina. The grant is one of 10…
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$64.3 Million investment will create 130 new jobs Premium Peanut, an innovative, grower-owned peanut shelling company, today announced plans to establish operations in Orangeburg County. The $64.3 million investment will…
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Mike Brenan, Regional President, Truist, named Columbia Chamber’s 2021 Ambassador of the Year. The Columbia Chamber will honor Michael “Mike” Brenan the Chamber’s 118th Annual Gala, presented by BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina, Thursday,…
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2021 Columbia Parking Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Market Highlights Columbia parking remains challenging due to high office and residential occupancy rates downtown. In addition, new developments throughout…
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Diversey Holdings, Ltd. (NASDAQ: DSEY), a leading provider of hygiene, infection prevention and cleaning solutions, today announced the opening of its Innovation Zone Research and Development Center. Located on the…
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Hunger Action Month inspires the local community to take action to help the 96,590 individuals facing hunger in the Midlands For Hunger Action Month® this September, Harvest Hope will join…
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Turner Padget announced that Hannah Stetson, associate in the firm’s Columbia office, has been named as one of Columbia Business Monthly’s 2021 Best & Brightest 35 and Under – an…
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Save time and money by buying early online or at participating Circle K locations Discount admission and ride tickets for this year’s South Carolina State Fair will go on sale…
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Georgia-based Takosushi, a southwest and Asian fusion restaurant, will open its first location in Columbia at The Arcade at 1332 Main Street. The restaurant will occupy 2,533 square feet and…
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