Boku Kitchen and Saloon celebrates spring with new Cherry Blossom Month in March

February 28, 2023

A bloom-inspired cocktail and dessert menu and three special events accompany the springtime pop-up To celebrate spring and all that blossoms, Boku Kitchen and Saloon is hosting a cherry blossom…

A Guide to Bunching Charitable Contributions

February 27, 2023

by Stephen E. Maggard, CFP® Giving generously to charity is often a topic near and dear to our clients’ hearts; close behind on the priority list is limiting the amount…

Quackenbush Architects + Planners announces new marketing coordinator

February 27, 2023

Quackenbush Architects + Planners announced and welcomed Stefanie Hauser as its marketing coordinator. Hauser brings a portfolio of graphic design, business management and entrepreneurial expertise to Quackenbush. A 1999 graduate…

Relic Room again celebrates South Carolina’s role in the American Revolution

February 27, 2023

For eight long years, the young United States – which at the start of the conflict wasn’t even formed yet, and had no army, navy, or national government – was…

Drew Stevens named ‘Moore School Distinguished Young Alumni’

February 27, 2023

Drew Stevens was just selected as the 2023 ‘Moore School Distinguished Young Alumni Award’ recipient. He’s a Certified Financial Planner with Northwestern Mutual and a partner in the G3 Wealth…

Columbia Chamber announces honorees for 2023 Columbia Impact Awards

February 27, 2023

Ten Recognized for Outstanding Achievements During 9th Annual Columbia Impact Awards The Columbia Chamber announced the recipients of the annual Columbia Impact Awards. The 2023 Columbia Impact Awards, presented by…

Governmental law attorney Ginny Bozeman joins Pope Flynn

February 27, 2023

Virginia “Ginny” Bozeman has joined Pope Flynn, a Columbia-headquartered law firm that focuses on governmental and public finance matters, where she will be providing local governments advice and counsel while…

State honors three leaders, one organization as largest life sciences conference ever convenes in Charleston

February 27, 2023

Attendees salute USC’s Dean of Pharmacy Stephen Cutler, MUSC’s Caroline Brown, Nephron Pharmaceutical’s Lou Kennedy, and Liberty’s Abbott with top honors A record gathering of life science leaders from across…

Jade Fountain joins The YoPro Know

February 27, 2023

The YoPro Know has brought on Jade Fountain as an Account Manager. Fountain earned her bachelor’s degree from Furman University and her Master of Public Administration from the College of…

City of Columbia partners with the American Red Cross Board of Directors for 13th Annual Blood Drive

February 24, 2023

WHAT: The City of Columbia is partnering with the American Red Cross Board of Directors to host the 13th annual Columbia Lifesavers Blood Drive on March 10, 2023. In addition,…

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina continues to rank among Forbes’ best large employers

February 24, 2023

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina has been recognized again by Forbes as one of America’s best large employers. BlueCross President and CEO Michael J. Mizeur says this year’s ranking highlights…

League of Women Voters turns 103 and the VOTE411 website provides voting information for Columbia City Council Special Election

February 24, 2023

The League of Women Voters of the Columbia Area celebrates its 103rd Anniversary. The League of Women Voters was founded on February 14, 1920, following the ratification of the 19th…

The way it really is

February 24, 2023

By Jeff Becraft   A few weeks ago, I had to put some deadbolts in some doors. So I looked it up on YouTube just to see what advice I…

guHRoo’s innovative payroll and HR platform gets a boost with new capital injection

February 24, 2023

guHRoo is shaking up the world of HR tech with a groundbreaking infusion of funding, solidifying its position as a trailblazer in payroll automation and HR software. A Florida-based tax…

Rivers I Cross

February 24, 2023

By Tom Poland   Rivers make me say things out loud. As I drive alone over a river I often say its name. In fact, some rivers’ names beg to…

Community Association Management Services’ Nicole Gugel earns CMCA Designation

February 23, 2023

Community Association Management Services (CAMS), North and South Carolina’s premier community management company, is pleased to announce that Nicole Gugel, a community manager in its Columbia, South Carolina, region, has…

Colliers brings Ascend Studios to the Beach Company’s Cardinal Crossing

February 23, 2023

Colliers | South Carolina’s Rox Pollard, Danny Bonds and John Gressette represented The Beach Company in the lease of ±3,280 square feet of retail space at Cardinal Crossing to Ascend…

Newberry College’s 65th Jazz Festival to feature saxophonist Jeff Coffin

February 23, 2023

Historic festival coincides with largest-ever SCBDA jazz event Newberry College invites you to enjoy world-class artists and music at its 65th Jazz Festival, to be held March 3-4 on campus.…

The South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC) announces results of Small Business Impact Survey

February 22, 2023

The United States – and especially South Carolina – has experienced consistent and steady economic recovery following the COVID-19 recession that took place during the Spring of 2020. Yet 2022…

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Georgia South Carolina Region kicks-off 2023 Midlands Visionaries of the Year Philanthropic Competition

February 22, 2023

  The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Georgia-South Carolina Region has officially kicked off its 8th annual iconic philanthropic competition, Visionaries of the Year to raise funds for LLS and…

Tax tips for South Carolina college students

February 22, 2023

What you nee​d to know: You may need to file a tax return depending on your gross income and whether or not your parents can claim you as a dependent.…

Seven local school board members recognized for reaching highest SCSBA training level

February 22, 2023

Seven board members hailing from seven different school districts across the state have earned Level Six recognition in the Boardmanship Institute (BI) sponsored by the South Carolina School Boards Association…

Applications now being accepted for the spring 2023 COMET Academy

February 22, 2023

The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) announced that applications are now being accepted for The COMET Academy, a leadership development program for those interested in understanding how public…

City Council Highlights | February 21, 2023

February 21, 2023

During the City Council Meeting, City Council passed an ordinance to authorize the funding of various capital projects including the Finlay Park Revitalization and Construction Project. Finlay Park opened in…

USC College of HRSM hosts South Carolina high school and middle school students to demonstrate career paths

February 21, 2023

The University of South Carolina’s College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management has launched a program designed to open doors for young people in South Carolina. The college is bringing…

Colliers Report: Heathcare market continues expansion despite economic headwinds

February 21, 2023

Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2022 South Carolina Medical Office By Ron Anderson | Vice President of Research & Information Technology Market Highlights The medical office market in…

World No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka joins the Credit One Charleston Open field

February 21, 2023

2023 Australian Open champion and World No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka has committed to compete in the Credit One Charleston Open, the largest women’s-only tennis tournament in North America. The tournament,…

Ryan Vestby steps up as CEO and Sandy Reeser becomes Chairman of the Board for VC3

February 21, 2023

COLUMBIA, SC – Managed IT and cybersecurity service provider, VC3, has announced that Ryan Vestby will become the organization’s new Chief Executive Officer on February 20, 2023. Sandy Reeser, who…

ACEC-SC partners with S.C. engineering groups for Engineers’ Day on the Hill

February 21, 2023

South Carolina’s engineers will gather at the State House on Wednesday, Feb. 22 for Engineers’ Day on the Hill. The annual event, which coincides with National Engineers’ Week, welcomes engineers…

ABC Carolinas announces Midlands regional leadership team for 2023

February 21, 2023

Associated Builders and Contractors of the Carolinas (ABC Carolinas) announces the 2023 leadership team for the organization’s Midlands Regional Leadership Council, chaired by Miller Valentine’s Turner McCaffrey. Council Chair McCaffrey…

Richland County Deputy awarded for saving suicidal man’s life

February 21, 2023

Corporal Kenny Fitzsimmons receives Sheriff’s Award for Excellence By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Corporal Kenny Fitzsimmons, Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD), was awarded the SHERIFF’S AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE for saving…

Brantley Bariola joins Craig Gaulden Davis Architecture

February 20, 2023

Craig Gaulden Davis (CGD) Architecture welcomes Brantley Bariola to the team as an architectural intern. Brantley studied architecture and engineering at Louisiana Technical University in Ruston, Louisiana and interned in…

Cushman & Wakefield and Greystone together close sale and financing of 312-unit community in North Charleston

February 20, 2023

The joint venture team of Cushman & Wakefield and Greystone announced that they arranged the sale of, and closed a Freddie Mac Optigo® loan for, Exchange at Windsor Hill, a…

Reid Sherard elected to the University of South Carolina Board of Trustees

February 20, 2023

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Reid Sherard has been elected by the South Carolina General Assembly to serve on the Board of Trustees for the University of South Carolina,…

State health care leadership joins business chamber board

February 19, 2023

Dr. Vicki Young and Kenya Mingo of the SC Primary Health Care Association (SCPHCA) have joined the Board of Directors of the South Carolina Small Business Chamber of Commerce, a…

The Salvation Army bell ringers help to proclaim HOPE raising over $257,000

February 19, 2023

The Salvation Army of the Midlands would like to express their deepest appreciation to the Midlands community for volunteering to ring the bell and generously giving at the red kettles…

The Riley Institute selects 21 Fellows for statewide afterschool leadership initiative

February 17, 2023

Afterschool and summer learning leaders from across the state will gain new tools to grow and improve their programs through their participation in South Carolina Afterschool Leaders Empowered (SCALE), an…

SOUTH CAROLINA 7 ramping up for July 2023

February 17, 2023

New off-track destinations in the works for annual hiking, rafting, kayaking, diving expedition By W. Thomas Smith Jr. PLANS FOR THIS YEAR’S SOUTH CAROLINA 7 (SC7) expedition are in full…

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina announces Blue Distinction Centers for cardiac care 

February 16, 2023

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina has announced select health care facilities in the state have received Blue Distinction® Centers (BDC) or Blue Distinction Centers+ (BDC+) for cardiac care designations. BDCs…

Cox named to Justice360 Board of Directors

February 16, 2023

Sarah J.M. Cox, an attorney at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel, has been named to the Justice360 Board of Directors. The nonprofit organization takes a multifaceted approach to fighting for justice…

The arts sector’s contribution to S.C. economy tops $14 billion per SCAC report

February 16, 2023

A new South Carolina Arts Commission economic impact report using 2021 data estimates an annual $14.1 billion impact is made on the state’s economy by the arts-related economic cluster. Like…

SC REALTORS® announce short-term rental initiative

February 16, 2023

Legislation introduced in SC House would protect the thriving short-term rental economy South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) announced today in a press conference its short-term rental initiative, including support of legislation…

The Word Merchant Highway

February 16, 2023

By Tom Poland   Upon taking a writing position long ago, the boss of bosses shot me a sideways look, “So, you’re a word merchant.” Clever, I thought, but as…

M. B. Kahn Construction promotes Scott Appleton to Executive Vice President

February 16, 2023

M. B. Kahn Construction Co., Inc. announced the promotion of Scott Appleton to Executive Vice President. In his new role, Scott manages the company’s division in Columbia, SC that focuses…

SCPRT awards Miriam Atria state’s top honor

February 16, 2023

This week at the South Carolina Governor’s Conference on Tourism & Travel, President of Impact Consulting, Buddy Jennings, former Director of South Carolina Parks, Recreation, and Tourism presented the Fred…

The sacrifice of love

February 16, 2023

By Jeff Becraft   Last weekend, our 3-year-old granddaughter came into town to spend the weekend with us. This was a big deal for all of us. After a full…

Colliers brings 701 Lady Street in Columbia’s Vista to full occupancy

February 15, 2023

Colliers | South Carolina’s Rox Pollard and John Gressette represented The Arnold Companies in the 2,674-square-foot lease for Sculpted by WH Aesthetics at 701 Lady Street in the Vista, bringing…

Colliers announces Real Estate Management Services and Accounting new hires

February 15, 2023

Colliers | South Carolina announces new hires in its Real Estate Management Services (REMS) and Accounting departments. Jackie Chapman is the Property Manager of Synergy Business Park, one of the…

Founders Federal Credit Union gives $20 million back to members.

February 15, 2023

Founders Federal Credit Union Returns $20 Million to members through Super Loyalty Bonus Dividend Founders Federal Credit Union announced via a Super Bowl LVII Commercial it is returning $20 million…

Clinton Middle School Recognizes 4 Junior Scholars

February 15, 2023

Clinton Middle School is proud to recognize the following students as South Carolina Junior Scholars: Liam Bell Savannah Fuller Gemma Gearheart Cooper Stinson The South Carolina Junior Scholars Program identifies…