Former federal prosecutor Jim May joins Wyche, P.A. as a member of the firm

August 2, 2021

Veteran federal prosecutor to join the firm’s litigation practice group and lead governmental investigations and white-collar defense practice Wyche, a leading full-service law firm with three offices across South Carolina,…

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Index ranks South Carolina tourists among the most polite in America

August 2, 2021

NextVacay.com devised a ‘tourist politeness index’ to ascertain, state by state, which Americans have the best and worst reputations when they vacation domestically. Alaskans ranked the most polite tourists. Interactive…

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Richland Library Friends and Foundation looks to expand its collection of books, music & movies

August 2, 2021

Whether you’re reorganizing, purging or moving, the Richland Library Friends and Foundation is asking for the donation of your books, CDs and DVDs. During the month of August, it’s hosting…

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Detwiler, Duggan named to 2020 ‘Legal Elite’

August 2, 2021

Two members with Callison Tighe & Robinson have been recognized as among Columbia Business Monthly’s Legal Elite of the Midlands list for 2021. Rick Detwiler, who was also on the…

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Babcock listed among “Legal Elite of the Midlands”

August 2, 2021

Keith Babcock, a founding partner of Lewis Babcock, is listed in the newest edition of “Legal Elite of the Midlands,” an annual guide to the area’s top attorneys. Babcock is…

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All Burnette Shutt & McDaniel attorneys listed in Legal Elite

August 2, 2021

All eight attorneys at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel are listed in the newest edition of “Legal Elite of the Midlands,” an annual guide to the region’s top lawyers. Five are…

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Moore Bradley Myers lands 13 on statewide Elite List of Lawyers

August 2, 2021

Thirteen Moore Bradley Myers (MBM) attorneys are among the new listing of top attorneys across South Carolina. The list, the 2021 Legal Elite, is published statewide in Greater Columbia Business…

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CAE midyear passenger traffic numbers higher than projected

July 30, 2021

The Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is reporting higher than projected numbers at the midway point in the 2021 calendar year. “The rate at which passengers have returned to air travel…

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McKay Firm lands six on Legal Elite

July 30, 2021

Six attorneys from The McKay Firm have been named to the 2021 Legal Elite by Columbia Business Monthly. The attorneys selected represent the top tier in their practice areas in…

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Councilman Joseph Dickey selected for Legal Elite

July 30, 2021

Joseph D. Dickey, Jr., managing partner of the Dickey Law Group, has been selected as a 2021 “Legal Elite” by Integrated Media Publishing, the publishers of Greater Columbia Business Monthly,…

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Cason Development Group and Cohn Corporation bringing apartments to Main Street

July 29, 2021

Cason Development Group and Cohn Corporation are expected to start work in August on restoring and renovating 1813 Main St. for 28-30 market-rate apartments. The project is the first of…

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Midlands Gang and Fugitive Task Forces merge

July 29, 2021

Agency collaboration aids in thwarting violent criminal activity By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The multi-agency Midlands Gang Task Force (MGTF) and the Midlands Fugitive Task Force (MFTF) joined forces in…

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Marketing Your CRE Property through the pandemic age: What We’re Doing Differently

July 29, 2021

It’s been over a year since the appearance of Covid-19 which has changed lives and businesses across the globe. Despite decreasing local case numbers and widespread availability of vaccines, Covid-19…

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DHEC recommends vaccinations, mask use, in school guidance for K-12 2021-2022 academic year

July 29, 2021

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has issued its COVID-19 interim guidance for K-12 schools as students, teachers, parents, and staff all prepare for the 2021-2022…

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Magnus Development to break ground on 321 Logistics with 68,040 square feet pre-leased

July 29, 2021

Colliers facilitated the lease for CED Greentech at Magnus Development’s newest industrial development in Lexington County Industrial Park. Magnus Development is breaking ground on their newest industrial development, 321 Logistics,…

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The McKay Firm welcomes two new attorneys

July 29, 2021

The McKay Firm is pleased to introduce Joe Catalano and Tony Ibarra The McKay Firm’s community of trusted legal counsel to serve as additional original voices to various client needs.…

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DHEC issues updated wildfire smoke alert

July 28, 2021

South Carolinians should be aware of the continued risk for health effects related to smoke that originated from wildfires burning across parts of central and western Canada and the western…

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Daybreak LifeCare Center announces new Executive Director

July 28, 2021

Daybreak LifeCare Center announces that Eddie Benton has been selected as its new Executive Director. For the past five years, Benton served as Chair of the Board of Directors for…

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Colliers Report: Columbia industrial vacancy rate at an all-time low

July 28, 2021

Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Market Highlights The overall industrial vacancy rate is at an all-time low of 3.97% in the Columbia industrial market. During the second quarter…

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Richland Library publishes work of local youth with Kids in Print 2021

July 28, 2021

Richland Library is releasing Kids in Print 2021, an annual literary magazine that showcases the talents of young people across the Midlands. Children and teens, ages six to 18, have…

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Columbia Museum of Art’s board of trustees adds eight new members

July 28, 2021

The Columbia Museum of Art announces eight members elected to serve on its board of trustees for the 2021 – 2022 term: Dr. Roslyn Clark Artis, Joseph Bruce, Suzanne Hulst…

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Jim Hudson Automotive Group donates 9 millionth meal to Harvest Hope

July 28, 2021

To celebrate the 10th annual Hudson 2000 Sales Race event, the Jim Hudson Automotive Group donated one million meals to Harvest Hope Food Bank. This year’s donation marks the 9…

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Malouf Companies establishing operations in Laurens County

July 28, 2021

$47.2 million investment will create 240 new jobs Malouf Companies (Malouf), a diverse consumer goods business, today announced plans to establish operations in Laurens County. The $47.2 million investment will create…

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United Way’s Midlands Reading Consortium looking for volunteer tutors to enhance students’ literacy skills

July 28, 2021

United Way of the Midlands is looking for volunteers interested in tutoring and reading to elementary age students to support the Midlands Reading Consortium (MRC) for the 2021-2022 school year.…

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DHEC supports updated CDC guidance, recommends indoor masking for all regardless of vaccination Status

July 28, 2021

Due to the rise in COVID-19 cases and the increasing threat of the Delta variant, the CDC on Tuesday is recommending public indoor masking for everyone, regardless of vaccination status.…

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ROI Commercial sells 4574 Sunset Blvd office building in Lexington

July 27, 2021

ROI Commercial, LLC, Principal and Broker, Sherri C. Burriss, recently represented Ligon, Inc. in selling 4574 Sunset Blvd., Lexington SC. The 5,996 fully leased multi-tenant office building was purchased by…

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DDSN Commissioners announce 2021-2022 officers, committees and new taskforces

July 27, 2021

The South Carolina Commission on Disabilities and Special Needs (the “Commission”) selects officers and standing committees for the 2021-2022 fiscal year and creates several new task forces to solve emerging…

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AllSouth hosts the Soldiers and Vets Charity Golf Tournament to benefit The Big Red Barn Retreat

July 27, 2021

AllSouth Federal Credit Union will host its annual Soldiers and Vets Charity Golf Tournament on Thursday, October 21, 2021, at Golden Hills Golf & Country Club in Lexington, South Carolina.…

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Harvest Hope Food Bank names new Midlands Branch Executive Director

July 27, 2021

Harvest Hope Food Bank is proud to announce the Erica Cheeks’ promotion to Midlands Branch Executive Director. Cheeks has been with the organization for over 20 years and brings a…

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TD Bank names Hugh Allen as Regional President of Mid-South Metro

July 27, 2021

TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®, announced today it has appointed Hugh W. Allen Regional President for its Mid-South Metro, which includes Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, Delaware, North…

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Slaughter earns Accreditation in Public Relations

July 27, 2021

Charlene D. Slaughter, director of communications with Experience Columbia SC (ECSC), has successfully earned the Accreditation in Public Relations, entitling her to use the APR professional designation. The announcement was…

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How Hard is Your Cash Working?

July 27, 2021

Managing cash in a low interest rate environment by Stephen E. Maggard With current treasury yields hovering slightly above zero, individuals are experiencing angst over the lack of returns from…

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Southern First reports results for second quarter 2021

July 27, 2021

Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three- and six-month periods ended June 30, 2021. “We are incredibly…

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The City of Columbia partners with Prisma Health, SC DHEC and Lexington Medical Center to offer free COVID-19 vaccinations

July 27, 2021

The City of Columbia is partnering with Prisma Health, SC DHEC and Lexington Medical Center to host free COVID-19 vaccination clinics at city operated facilities. The city is increasing vaccination…

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SAFE Federal Credit Union awards scholarships to area students

July 27, 2021

Eleven South Carolina high school students were awarded $1,000 each towards their education as part of SAFE Federal Credit Union’s long-standing scholarship program. The scholarships were awarded to public and…

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SCRA brings colleges, universities, and industry together to advance innovation

July 27, 2021

South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces the funding of over $3.3 million to selected colleges and universities for translational research projects to address key challenges facing the state’s industrial base.…

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Help the veterans of VFW Post 3746 keep serving their community

July 26, 2021

Gray-Corkerell VFW Post 3746 was formed in 1938 by 17 First World War veterans who could not join the local existing, all-white post, simply because they were black. That may…

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A Conversation with Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott on recent national and state honors

July 26, 2021

By W. Thomas Smith Jr. As most South Carolinians now know, Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott was named National Sheriff of the Year 2021 by the National Sheriff’s Association in…

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“I like beer.” Tom T. Hall

July 26, 2021

By Ken Gasque Beer brings out the humor in us and some deep and some not so deep philosophical thoughts and sentiments. We hope you will enjoy a few quotes…

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Midlands Technical College Foundation elects new board member

July 26, 2021

The Midlands Technical College Foundation Board has a new member. Eddie Goff is an Asset Protection Manager at Michelin North America and his first term is from July 2021 –…

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Powers elected to Sports Events & Tourism Association Board of Directors

July 26, 2021

Scott Powers, executive director of Experience Columbia SC Sports, has been elected to the Sports Events & Tourism Association Board of Directors as a Destination Representative. He will serve a…

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Wingard’s Market featured in Garden & Gun Magazine online

July 26, 2021

Wingard’s Market, the Midlands premier full-service garden and plant center’s Zach Steinhauser, along with Captain Kenny Hardee, recently set sail on one of its daily purple martin tours with special…

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Columbia’s 1649 Main Street wins South Carolina Historic Preservation Award

July 26, 2021

Columbia’s recently rehabilitated 1649 Main Street received an Honor Award at the 26th Annual South Carolina Historic Preservation Awards on Friday, July 23, 2021. The project team members behind the…

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ROI Commercial’s recently completed commercial real estate transactions by broker and principal George Meetze

July 26, 2021

• Represented the tenant, MaxPack in the leasing of a +/-34,700 square feet of industrial space located in the Columbia Industrial Park at 2751 The Boulevard, Columbia, SC. • George…

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AT&T donates $25,000 to support United Way of the Midlands Reading Consortium

July 26, 2021

AT&T donated $25,000 to United Way’s Midlands Reading Consortium (MRC), which is a literacy focused program that supplements and enhances shared reading experiences to ignite a love of reading for…

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Richland Library Friends and Foundation announces 2021-2022 board

July 26, 2021

The Richland Library Friends and Foundation is excited to share its 2021-2022 board with the community. Leadership positions include: Bob Mathews (BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina), Chair Elizabeth Black (Haynsworth…

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Richland Library names two local creatives as next artists-in-residence

July 26, 2021

Music, theatre and visual storytelling are taking center stage at Richland Library over the next five months. We’re excited to announce Molly Ledford and Rob Padley of Puppet Time Machine…

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Richland Library reactivates The Gallery with familiar exhibit

July 26, 2021

Richland Library is thrilled to reactivate The Gallery at our Main location (1431 Assembly Street) with a familiar exhibit that originally launched less than two weeks before the onset of…

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City of Columbia to kickoff National Night Out with ‘Re-Engage Columbia’ event

July 26, 2021

Who: The City of Columbia, Columbia Police Department, Columbia Fire Department, Columbia Parks & Recreation Department, Columbia Council of Neighborhoods What: After having to cancel the 2020 event due to…

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DHEC applauds SC reaching 50 percent one-dose COVID-19 vaccine rate, urges more vaccinations ahead of academic year

July 26, 2021

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is happy to announce that, as of Thursday, 50 percent of eligible South Carolina residents have received at least one dose of…

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