Leadership Columbia Class of 2023 announces class project

February 7, 2023

Leadership Columbia partners with Homeless No More The Leadership Columbia Class of 2023 (LC23) announced its partnership with Homeless No More. As part of the Leadership Columbia program, each class…

Clemson University brings its highly lauded Men of Color National Summit back for sixth year

February 7, 2023

To help illuminate pathways to higher education for young men of color Six decades ago, Clemson University began its journey of inclusion with the integration of its student body with…

Emily Tarney, CFP® named to Pacesetter’s Club at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management

February 7, 2023

Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) today announced that Emily Tarney, CFP®, a Financial Advisor with The Rast McFadden Wealth Management Group in Columbia has been named to the Firm’s Pacesetter’s Club,…

$19 million settlement in non-intervened South Carolina False Claims Act case against Laboratory Corporation of America

February 7, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, PA – Two whistleblowers from Florence, South Carolina, Scarlett Lutz and Kayla Webster, have resolved their 10-year qui tam lawsuit against Laboratory Corporation of America, Inc. (“Labcorp”), one of…

Craig Gaulden Davis Architecture welcomes new financial manager

February 7, 2023

Craig Gaulden Davis (CGD) Architecture is very pleased to introduce and welcome Sandra Bell to the team as our new financial manager. Sandra recently moved to Greenville from Utah bringing…

Noted cancer researcher V.K. Gadi to keynote 2023 SC life sciences conference

February 6, 2023

Tomorrow Starts Here conference features 40+ speakers on mission-critical topics Internationally recognized cancer researcher and career educator Dr. V.K. Gadi, MD, PhD will be live in Charleston to keynote the…

Disability Advocacy Day set for March 1 at State House

February 6, 2023

The South Carolina Partnership of Disability Organizations (SCPDO) will be celebrating their 34th Annual Disability Advocacy Day event on Wednesday, March 1 at the South Carolina State House. Collectively, the…

Everything is somehow connected in South Carolina

February 6, 2023

The story of Camden’s Joshua Reynolds House and its colorful tenant Dr. George Rogers Clark Todd, brother-in-law of Pres. Abraham Lincoln By W. Thomas Smith Jr. HISTORY IS ALL AROUND…

Wingard’s Market hosts “I ❤️ Lake Murray” book-signing event

February 4, 2023

Wingard’s Market is proud to host a book-signing for local Lexington author, Marjorie Kneece and her newest publication, “I ❤️ Lake Murray!” The event will take place on February 11th…

It’s a Great Day for the Red Devils!

February 3, 2023

The Clinton High School football team had an excellent 2022 season, finishing 13-1. Several players certainly caught the eyes of coaches from local colleges and universities, and as a result,…

Donation boosts Midlands Technical College’s Education program

February 3, 2023

The Early Childhood Education program at Midlands Technical College has received a $22,500 grant from S.C. Endeavors. Administered by the South Carolina Department of Social Services Division of Early Care…

DeWees Real Estate Group represents seller in local Chapin real estate transaction

February 3, 2023

DeWees Real Estate Group, a full-service commercial real estate firm specializing in Columbia’s office, retail, industrial, and land markets from acquisitions, to leasing and management, is proud to announce the…

DeWees Real Estate Group represents seller in local Columbia real estate transaction

February 3, 2023

DeWees Real Estate Group, a full-service commercial real estate firm specializing in Columbia’s office, retail, industrial, and land markets from acquisitions, to leasing and management, is proud to announce the…

Southern First welcomes Steve Hunter as Team Leader, Senior Vice President in Columbia

February 3, 2023

Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, welcomed Steve Hunter as Team Leader and Senior Vice President in Columbia, South Carolina. Hunter joins Southern First…

Community Association Management Services promotes Alicia Bablo to customer experience manager

February 3, 2023

Community Association Management Services (CAMS), North Carolina and South Carolina’s premier community management company, announced the promotion of Alicia Bablo to customer experience manager. In her new role she will…

Colliers brokers represented Barrio Tacos in the lease of premier West Main Street location in Lexington

February 3, 2023

Colliers | South Carolina’s Rox Pollard and John Gressette represented Barrio Tacos + Tequila + Whiskey in the lease of ±2,837 square feet of restaurant space at 105 West Main…

LS3P welcomes Melia Williams

February 2, 2023

LS3P welcomed Interior Designer, Melia Williams, in the Columbia office. A 2022 graduate of the Savannah College of Arts and Design with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design,…

Applications and nominations now being accepted for the 2nd Annual Palmetto Venture Fellowship

February 2, 2023

Venture Carolina, a nonprofit organization committed to connecting investors and entrepreneurs, has partnered once again with VentureSouth, one of the country’s largest early-stage investment organizations, and the South Carolina Department of…

Seibels appoints Laura M. Spells to Chief Financial Officer

February 2, 2023

Seibels, a leading service provider to the property and casualty insurance industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Laura M. Spells to Chief Financial Officer. Previously, Ms. Spells served…

Upstate Continuum of Care celebrates over 300 veterans housed in 2022

February 2, 2023

The Upstate Continuum of Care (CoC) and Columbia VA Healthcare System successfully reached their 2022 goal to house 323 veterans in the Upstate and Midlands. Established in 2016, this multi-agency…

GE Appliances expanding South Carolina operations with planned distribution center in Greenville County

February 2, 2023

GE Appliances (GEA), a Haier company, has announced plans to expand its South Carolina operations with a new distribution center in Greenville County. The $50 million investment is projected to…

Cayce’s Soiree on State is back!

February 2, 2023

The Soiree on State will return to Cayce’s State Street on Saturday, March 25th from 2 – 8 PM! Once again, the city has partnered with the Avenues Neighborhood Association…

Midlands Technical College Student recognized at 2023 State of the State Address

February 1, 2023

During the 2023 S.C. State of the State Address, Governor Henry McMaster honored Midlands Technical College (MTC) Early Childhood and Elementary Education student Geena Rocanella. Rocanella is a recipient of…

LRADAC’s Prevention Department presents Youth Leadership Summit in Lexington Feb 6-7

February 1, 2023

LRADAC’s prevention department and the Lexington One Community Coalition (LOCC)—will present a Youth Leadership Summit Feb. 6-7 for all middle and high school students active in LOCC clubs in Lexington…

David May named president of Cyberwoven

February 1, 2023

Cyberwoven, a South Carolina-based brand, web, and marketing firm located in Downtown Columbia, is excited to announce David May as President. Reporting to Ben Rex, Cyberwoven’s CEO, and founder, May…

Colliers Report: Stringent lending requirements slowed hotel investment activity

February 1, 2023

Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2022 South Carolina Hotel Market Highlights The capital market slowdown in the latter half of 2022 continues to negatively influence the hotel…

Resource Financial expands North Carolina service with new mortgage bankers

February 1, 2023

Resource Financial Services announced the addition of nine new mortgage loan originators to its staff. These experienced mortgage bankers are each licensed in several Southeastern states and will be based…

Salvation Army recognizes SC7 and Mullikin Law

February 1, 2023

Community Outreach Award presented for 2022 Kettle Campaign service By Alex Junes-Ward THE SALVATION ARMY OF THE MIDLANDS presented Dr. Tom Mullikin, the South Carolina 7 (SC7) expedition, and the…

South Carolina State Fair Opens Applications for 2023 College Scholarships

February 1, 2023

The South Carolina State Fair, a self-supporting 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, is now accepting applications for its 26th annual Ride of Your Life Scholarship program, which awards $300,000 in college scholarships…

Midlands Technical College and Clemson University sign new architecture agreement

February 1, 2023

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that each year there are 9,100 openings for architects across the country. For South Carolina, data analysts expect job growth rate to…

Two thought-provoking questions by Governor McMaster

January 31, 2023

By Alan Cooper Publisher [I spoke about this topic on the South Carolina Business Review on Monday, January 30 – listen here] During the State of the State address, Governor…

Trinity Partners facilitates lease of 1718 Two Notch Rd. as dual agency

January 31, 2023

Macon Lovelace, SIOR and Bruce Greenberg assisted longtime client Iron Sport Properties secure a long-term lease to national credit tenant RoadSafe Traffic Systems, who was represented by Jake Nidiffer. RoadSafe…

Enjoy Black History Month programs at the CMA

January 31, 2023

A mix of talks, films, and music celebrating Black artists The Columbia Museum of Art is offering a slate of programming celebrating Black History Month this February, including art talks,…

We Are Sharing Hope SC celebrates donation milestone in South Carolina

January 31, 2023

We Are Sharing Hope SC, the state’s nonprofit organ and tissue recovery service, honors more donor legacies than ever before. Last year, 894 South Carolina families made the selfless decision…

NAI Columbia’s Development Team Brokers the Sale of ±57.37 Acres in Lexington County, South Carolina

January 31, 2023

NAI Columbia’s Ben Kelly, CCIM, and Patrick Chambers successfully brokered the sale of three land parcels last month in the Red Bank region of Lexington, South Carolina. The parcels are…

Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC announces new Senior Director of Grantmaking and Strategy

January 31, 2023

The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina (SCFSC) has announced the promotion of Meredith Mathews to Senior Director of Grantmaking and Strategy. In her new role, Meredith will lead…

The Rast McFadden Wealth Management Group named to Forbes Magazine’s Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams

January 30, 2023

Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) announced that The Rast McFadden Wealth Management Group based in Columbia, SC has been named to Forbes Magazine’s 2023 list of America’s Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams.…

Peace Center economic impact estimated at $1.1 billion statewide

January 30, 2023

An economic impact study conducted by the University of South Carolina Moore School of Business reveals that the Peace Center in Greenville has had an astounding economic impact of just…

Life, Dogs, Work, Adventure: Love the Process

January 30, 2023

By Sarah Hey   “I’m not sure what that is,” I called back to my flanker as we stumbled through the woods around midnight. “Maybe a log? A pile of…

SwordFest returns to the Relic Room Feb. 11

January 30, 2023

Just when you thought it was safe to go out without your sword and shield, SwordFest is back, yet again, at the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum.…

Where Do You Want To Be Five Years From Today?

January 30, 2023

by Ann J. Beckwith, CFP® In goal setting, it’s important to step back and look at where we wish to be and how we spend our time today in the…

Rhiannon Poore, CEO of Forge Search, elected to United Way of Greenville County Board of Directors

January 30, 2023

Rhiannon Poore, CEO and founder of Forge Search, a Greenville-based professional recruiting firm focused on recruiting for accounting & finance, marketing & sales, and HR and operations, has been elected…

State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Warren Wise of Kelly Mill Middle School as Educator of the Month

January 28, 2023

South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Richland County School District Two’s Warren Wise of Kelly Mill Middle School in Blythewood as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s…

Sheriff Lott issues statement about death of Tyre Nichols in Tennessee

January 28, 2023

By W. Thomas Smith Jr. RICHLAND COUNTY SHERIFF LEON LOTT HAS ISSUED A STATEMENT in response to the death of 29-year-old Tyre Nichols at the hands of five police officers…

Great Southern Homes announces two important new hires

January 27, 2023

Great Southern Homes announced two new important additions to their executive staff. Greg Howell, Midlands Division Manager Greg Howell has joined Great Southern Homes as the Midlands Division Manager. In…

2023 South Carolina Chef Ambassadors announced

January 26, 2023

Today, three chefs were appointed South Carolina Chef Ambassadors for 2023. Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette made the announcement on behalf of Gov. Henry McMaster, along with Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh…

See what the Tet Offensive was like for South Carolinians, 55 years ago

January 26, 2023

These next few days on the calendar are fateful ones for anyone who contemplates the history of America’s involvement in Southeast Asia. At the end of January, 55 years ago,…

Prisma Health announces Matt Elsey as new CFO

January 26, 2023

Matt Elsey, CPA, has been appointed to Prisma Health’s corporate leadership team as executive vice president and chief financial officer. Elsey, a native of Michigan, brings more than 25 years…