Two Dreher High graduates named 2023 National Merit Scholarship recipients

June 7, 2023

Two Dreher High School Class of 2023 graduates have been named 2023 National Merit Scholarship winners. The program recognizes academically talented high school seniors across the country. Jacob Merrill and…

SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding

June 6, 2023

NeuroHope Therapeutics, Ortho-Dx, and Skilldora were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Glossifi, Heartbeat Technologies, Parimer Scientific, and Secure Process Intelligence received new grant funding. All SCRA Member…

Myron Harrington, recipient of the Navy Cross, to tell story of the Battle of Hue

June 6, 2023

Retired Col. Myron Harrington, USMC, hasn’t visited the new Vietnam exhibit at the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum yet. But when he does, he’ll see something familiar…

Midlands Technical College receives inaugural award

June 6, 2023

Midlands Technical College (MTC) has received the Edgar J. Helms Community Partner Award from Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina. The inaugural award recognized MTC as a valuable community partner…

South Carolina Healthy Business Challenge launches in the Midlands region

June 6, 2023

On May 17, 2023, at the Palmetto Club in Columbia, SC, the South Carolina Healthy Business Challenge (SCHBC) officially launched the Midlands Region, rounding out the statewide expansion of a…

Trinity Partners facilitates the sale of ± 25 acres for residential development

June 6, 2023

Peyton Bryant, CCIM, SIOR, Partner and Director of Business Development, along with Ryan Causey, Brokerage Associate, represented the Seller, Big & Tall, LLC, in its acquisition, entitlement and subsequent disposition…

Pop Icon Taylor Dayne to headline Rock 4 Recovery concert presented by Dominion Energy

June 6, 2023

With a career spanning three decades, 17 Top 20 singles and four chart-topping number one songs that include “Tell It To My Heart,” “Love Will Lead You Back,” and “I’ll…

Jon Robertson of Abacus Planning Group appointed as Trustee of Richland Library

June 5, 2023

Abacus Planning Group proudly announces the appointment of Jon Robertson, CFP® to the Richland Library Board of Trustees. Richland Library is a vibrant, contemporary organization that provides resources and information…

Kelly Hughes joins the Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board

June 5, 2023

The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board is excited to announce that Kelly Hughes has joined the team as Marketing and Communications Manager. Hughes graduated from the University of…

Marketing Minute Video: Exploring the Benefits of Professional Development Organizations

June 5, 2023

Marketing Minute Hannah Lackey, NP Strategy Investing in your professional growth is essential for success, and professional development organizations play a pivotal role in providing valuable opportunities for personal and…

Maggie Stackley joins LCK as Preconstruction Services Manager in Columbia office

June 5, 2023

LCK announces that Maggie Stackley has joined its project management team in the Columbia office as Preconstruction Services Manager. In this role, Stackley’s responsibilities are focused on the front-end phases…

Whitten of Daniel Whitten Inspections achieves termite inspection license

June 4, 2023

Daniel Whitten, a home and commercial inspector with more than 25 years of inspection experience in the Upstate and owner of Daniel Whitten Inspections, has added a termite inspection license…

Richland County, Harvest Hope to take a bite out of hunger with food donation drive

June 2, 2023

Richland County Government and Harvest Hope Food Bank are teaming up with the goal of significantly impacting the lives of County residents facing food insecurity. The County is collecting nonperishable…

City Councilman Will Brennan elected Chairman of the Central Midlands Council of Governments

June 2, 2023

City of Columbia District III Councilman Will Brennan was elected as Chairman for the Central Midlands Council of Governments on Thursday, June 1, 2023, during the Central Midlands Council of…

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd recognized as a leading law firm in 2023 Chambers USA

June 2, 2023

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that the firm has been recognized in the 2023 edition of Chambers USA. Chambers USA has ranked the following HSB practice areas in South Carolina:…

NHE again named to Top 3 Workplaces in SC

June 2, 2023

For third time in three years, property management organization named to highest tier of South Carolina’s larger companies Great workplaces aren’t created by accident. They are built and nurtured, recognizing…

Tammy Gilstrap joins the Midtown office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS®

June 2, 2023

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Tammy Gilstrap has joined the company’s Midtown office as a sales associate. Tammy is an experienced Telecommunications professional who is excited…

Trina Miller joins the Simpsonville office of C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS®

June 2, 2023

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Trina Miller has joined the company’s Simpsonville office as a sales associate. Trina is a long-term resident of the Greenville area…

If something is free

June 2, 2023

By Jeff Becraft   Every summer I get to do a camp with a children’s home at Garden City Chapel.  One of the main reasons that Garden City Chapel (GCC) was…

Drumming Up White Feathery Memories

June 2, 2023

By Tom Poland   Long before I moved to South Carolina, family vacation trips took us over Charleston’s “New Cooper River Bridge.” To be accurate, we drove over the Silas…

BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by TD SYNNEX announces 2023 celebrity course rotation

June 2, 2023

The BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by TD SYNNEX today announced the celebrity course rotation for this year’s tournament taking place June 8-11 at Thornblade Club and The Carolina Country Club.…

Columbia Economic Development welcomes new Real Estate Asset Coordinator

June 2, 2023

The Columbia Economic Development Office welcomed Spencer Green as our new Real Estate Asset Coordinator. In this new role, he will be working closely with their team, City leadership, and…

LS3P welcomes Jimmy Wilhide

June 1, 2023

LS3P welcomed Senior Project Manager, James “Jimmy” Wilhide, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, REFP in the Columbia office. A 1990 graduate of Clemson University with a Master of Architecture, Wilhide has…

Task Force releases Teacher Recruitment and Retention recommendations

June 1, 2023

The Teacher Recruitment and Retention Task Force, created by a proviso in the 2022-23 Appropriations Act, submitted its recommendations to executive and legislative leadership yesterday. The full report is available…

Super Lawyers profiles Rita Bolt Barker

June 1, 2023

Wyche attorney Rita Bolt Barker is profiled in the 2023 edition of Super Lawyers, in a feature article that highlights her career as an Environmental attorney and her pro bono…

Peak Drift Brewing Company launches sustainable digital can printing program

June 1, 2023

Peak Drift Brewing Company, South Carolina’s newest award-winning craft beverage company, announces the launch of Peak Press, its new sustainable digital can printing program. With a strong commitment to environmental…

Sunbelt Business Brokers facilitates successful sale of Sparkle Wash Car Washes

June 1, 2023

Sunbelt Business Brokers, a trusted advisor specializing in mergers and acquisitions for privately held businesses, is thrilled to announce the successful sale of two self-service car washes located in McCormick…

South Carolina utility expands Stantec’s work in wastewater treatment

June 1, 2023

South Carolina Public Service Authority (Santee Cooper) has selected Stantec, a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, as its engineer for services to design wastewater treatment systems at two…

SCDOR to no longer issue debit cards for refunds after June 29

June 1, 2023

What you nee​d to know: The SCDOR will no longer issue Individual Income Tax refunds as debit cards after June 29, 2023. Bank of America, the provider of the State’s…

Friday Night Laser Lights returns this summer with new shows Feat. Taylor Swift and Beyoncé

June 1, 2023

Tickets now on sale for laser experiences inside the museum’s 55-ft digital dome planetarium The South Carolina State Museum is excited to announce the return of its popular “Friday Night…

Historic Columbia announces June 2023 events

June 1, 2023

Historic Columbia announced programming and events for June 2023. See the full list of June events below and be sure to leave room in your calendar to experience all Historic…

GADC names Matthew Duncan to lead expanded existing industry initiatives

June 1, 2023

The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC) has launched an expanded initiative to support existing companies in Greenville County to grow and thrive, and named veteran management, maintenance and operations executive…

Community invited to grand opening of Red Bank Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers

June 1, 2023

Local residents are invited to the new Red Bank Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers at 5449 Platt Springs Road. in Lexington for the grand opening celebration Thursday, June 8…

Madeline Leach joins professional recruiting firm Forge Search as recruiter

June 1, 2023

Madeline Leach has joined Greenville-based Forge Search + Consulting as a recruiter after six years working in the higher education industry. Leach spent almost four years working in college recruitment…

Lt. Governor urges South Carolinians to participate in July’s SC7 Expedition

June 1, 2023

  Duke Energy president says SC7 leader is “our own force of nature” By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette, S.C. Senator Thomas Alexander, and executive leaders from…

Investment Policy Guidelines: The Blueprint of your Portfolio

May 31, 2023

by Bailey O. Davis Investment Policy Guidelines (IPGs) are crucial for long-term financial success by creating a foundation of trust between you and your advisor. An IPG is an important…

Blink Book Review #1 – The Art of Calm by Roger Hutchison

May 31, 2023

By Reba Hull Campbell Roger Hutchison’s recently released book “The Art of Calm” is the perfect mix of thought-provoking, immensely readable, practical and insightful helping bring new awareness to our…

Colliers’ John Peebles receives prestigious Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS® (SIOR) designation

May 31, 2023

Colliers l South Carolina announced John Peebles has earned the Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS® (SIOR) designation. The SIOR designation is awarded to real estate professionals in recognition of…

The perfect place to play & stay

May 31, 2023

Do you remember vacationing as a child? Remember the freedom and excitement of exploring a new location with tantalizing adventures around every turn that kept you wanting more? From sights…

Midlands Black Eats Week 803 registration now open for black-owned food establishments, June 19-25

May 31, 2023

Special Events, Menu Items & Tastings Planned Throughout Week Black Eats Week 803 (BEW803), the Midlands inaugural Juneteenth week celebration, will recognize Black-owned food establishments in the Midlands area, including…

Reggaetronic Music Festival returns to Lake Murray for its 10th year

May 31, 2023

The 10th annual Reggaetronic Lake Murray Music Festival is returning to Spence Island for some fun in the sun on Lake Murray on June 17th 2023. The lineup this year…

City’s Food Truck Fridays bring more flavor in June

May 31, 2023

The City of Columbia continues the exciting initiative Food Truck Fridays through the month of June. There will be new food vendors and the food trucks will operate from one…

Turning Pages SC Director receives Manning Perry Award for outstanding leadership

May 31, 2023

Turning Pages SC is thrilled to announce that its Interim Executive Director Lisa Cole has received the prestigious Katharine Heath Manning Perry Award by the Junior League of Columbia. This…

MUSC Health Midlands and Healthy Me – Healthy SC partner for free community health fair

May 31, 2023

To improve health care access to rural communities, MUSC Health Midlands Division and Healthy Me – Healthy SC are partnering to organize a community health fair on Saturday, June 3rd,…

Scout Motors appoints Chief Design Officer

May 31, 2023

Chris Benjamin, a leading voice in automotive design, joins Scout Motors to holistically shape vehicle design and user experience Scout Motors Inc. (“Scout Motors”) announced that Chris Benjamin has joined…

Unleash your entrepreneurial spirit at YLS’s Learning with Leaders Series

May 31, 2023

The United Way of the Midlands Young Leaders Society (YLS), in partnership with All Good Books, will host its next installment of the YLS Learning with Leaders series: Small Biz,…

Ridge View High School alumnus receives bachelor’s degree from Georgetown University

May 31, 2023

Malcolm Wilson to continue his education at Queens University of Charlotte After Malcolm Gregory Lee Wilson graduated from Ridge View High School in June 2019, he headed directly to Georgetown…

Scurry Tharpe joins First Reliance Bank

May 31, 2023

First Reliance Bank announces that Scurry Tharpe has joined the company as Vice President, Relationship Banker and will work out of the Greenville office. He has over 12 years of…

Battle of the Badges Blood Drive 2023 nets nearly 60 units of blood

May 31, 2023

The Richland County Sheriff’s Department once-again wins tri-agency competition By W. Thomas Smith Jr. For the eighth year in a row, the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) edged past the…