State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Bailey Melvin of AC Flora High School as Educator of the Month

September 23, 2022

South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Richland County School District One’s Bailey Melvin of AC Flora High School as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of…

Columbia Museum of Art traveling exhibition to make hometown stop

September 23, 2022

European Splendors: Highlights from the Kress Collection opens October 1 The Columbia Museum of Art announces featured fall exhibition European Splendors: Highlights from the Kress Collection, on view Saturday, October…

Rikard & Protopapas attorney elected to Pawmetto Lifeline Board of Trustees

September 23, 2022

Rikard & Protopapas attorney and CFO, Allyson Rikard, was recently elected to serve on Pawmetto Lifeline’s Board of Trustees. Pawmetto Lifeline is a no-kill animal shelter in the Midlands and…

Lexington One Educational Foundation awards Fall 2022 Michelin Golden Apple Teacher Grants

September 22, 2022

The Lexington District One Educational Foundation recently awarded eight Michelin Golden Apple Teacher Grant Awards to deserving recipients in Lexington County School District One. Fall Grant awards totaled $2,000 and…

CAMS names Rhodes and Bossert Senior VPs of Community Management

September 22, 2022

Community Association Management Services (CAMS), North and South Carolina’s premier community management company, has announced the promotions of Ben Rhodes, CMCA®, AMS® PCAM®, and Ronda Bossert, CMCA®, AMS® PCAM®, to…

Studio 2LR, Inc. Architecture + Interiors earns a 2022 Aspire Design Merit Award

September 22, 2022

Studio 2LR, Inc., an architecture and interior design firm creating impact through transformative design, recently earned a 2022 Aspire Design Merit Award for Orangeburg County Library & Conference Center. The…

The Law Office of Laura H. Huggins welcomes Jaclynn B. Goings to its team

September 22, 2022

The Law Office of Laura H. Huggins, LLC announces that Jaclynn B. Goings has joined the firm’s office located at 219 Columbia Avenue, Chapin, 29036. The firm assists clients with…

The Cliffs announces hire of General Manager Nicholas Carlson, PGA

September 22, 2022

The Cliffs announced its newest General Manager, Nicholas “Nick” Carlson, who will head operations for The Cliffs at Glassy. Nick brings with him an abundance of experience in both the…

Columbia Chamber honors David Pankau at Annual Gala

September 22, 2022

David Pankau, Chairman of the Board of Directors, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, named Columbia Chamber’s 2022 Ambassador of the Year. The Columbia Chamber will honor David Pankau at the Chamber’s…

Phoenix Bass Fishing League Regional Championship set for Lake Murray

September 22, 2022

The Phoenix Bass Fishing League Presented by T-H Marine’s Bulldog, Choo Choo, Gator and Piedmont divisions will finish out their 2022 season next month in Prosperity, South Carolina Oct. 6-8,…

NAI Columbia facilitated the lease of two suites located within the Landmark Business Park

September 22, 2022

NAI Columbia Principal Jeff Hein, SIOR, successfully executed the lease of two office suites located in the Landmark Business Park to medical tenants. The first lease is 11,608 SF located…

DDI Technology announces opening of corporate office expansion in Irmo, SC

September 22, 2022

DDI Technology,a leading electronic lien and title technology firm and a subsidiary of IAA, Inc. (NYSE: IAA), a leading global digital marketplace connecting vehicle buyers and sellers, announces the grand…

Volvo set to invest further in South Carolina with $42 million agreement

September 22, 2022

Volvo Cars USA received initial approval earlier this week at a Greenville County Council meeting to further invest $42 million in existing South Carolina businesses that supply the company. The…

M.G.S. LLC expanding operations in Richland County

September 22, 2022

 M.G.S. LLC, a military procurement company, announced plans to expand in Richland County. The company’s $3 million investment will create 12 new jobs. Based in the United States, M.G.S. LLC…

Transitions Homeless Center unveils art exhibit featuring client artwork at CAE

September 22, 2022

The Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) welcomed back to the airport longtime nonprofit partner, Transitions Homeless Center. Each year, Transitions works alongside CAE to highlight the outstanding, artistic talents of its…

Turn over a new leaf – give blood this fall

September 22, 2022

Donors have chance at VIP racing experience and more as new season begins COLUMBIA/SUMTER, S.C., — On the first day of fall, the American Red Cross is asking the public…

Richland County Recreation Commission announces Tennis Center grand reopening

September 21, 2022

The Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC) announces the RCRC Tennis Center Grand Re-Opening on Tuesday, September 27 at 10:00 AM at the Richland County Tennis Center, located at 7500 Parklane…

David Yezbak honored with Excellence Award

September 21, 2022

The Carolinas-Virginia Business Brokers Association (CVBBA), a non-profit corporation created to unite those engaged in the sale of business opportunities in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia, announced top honors…

A simple act of compassion can shift a person’s life

September 21, 2022

By Jeff Becraft   Last week I talked about the Heritage Trail tour of local gas stations. This week we’ll wrap up that historical experience. (Some of the names have…

VC3 completes acquisition of Accent Computer Solutions, California-based managed information technology services provider

September 21, 2022

COLUMBIA, SC. & RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA – VC3, a leading managed service provider serving municipalities and businesses across North America, announced the acquisition of Accent Computer Solutions, a leading managed…

Book Event Season Is Upon Us

September 21, 2022

By Tom Poland   She asked, and I told her. “What’s the writing life like?” “It’s a sentence to solitary confinement. You work in isolation for long periods, and that’s…

Colliers Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina

September 21, 2022

Charleston / Columbia / Greenville / Spartanburg, SC – Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state: Charleston, SC…

Flock and Rally names Merritt McNeely as Chief Executive Officer

September 21, 2022

Long-time regional business leader to serve as agency’s CEO Longtime regional business leader Merritt McNeely has been named chief executive officer (CEO) of Flock and Rally, the woman-owned integrated communications…

Non-profit organization to celebrate entrepreneurial successes and demonstrations of excellence

September 21, 2022

Strategic Entrepreneur Empowerment (S.E.E.) seeks to create an environment of like-minded individuals that are willing to share from their specific knowledge base and expertise to enlighten future leaders to explore…

Charter Communications names Chris Winfrey President and Chief Executive Officer effective December 1

September 21, 2022

Tom Rutledge to Serve as Executive Chairman of the Company and its Board of Directors through 2023 Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: CHTR) announced that Chris Winfrey has been named President…

City Council highlights | September 20, 2022

September 21, 2022

Advanced Water Meter Infrastructure The City Council Meeting on September 20, 2022, started with an important update from Columbia Water regarding the advanced water meter infrastructure throughout the City of…

City of West Columbia Council District Three filing and election information

September 20, 2022

A Special Election for the City of West Columbia’s Council District Three seat will be held on Tuesday, January 17, 2023. Any person wishing to vote in this election must…

Attracting and Retaining Today’s Workforce

September 20, 2022

By South Carolina Treasurer Curtis M. Loftis, Jr. As State Treasurer I’ve had the privilege of visiting many successful businesses where I’ve enjoyed meeting with the leadership teams responsible for…

Cypress Development Partners managing development of Charleston area Bojangles

September 20, 2022

Cypress Development Partners, LLC announces the development of a new Bojangles restaurant for the Charleston MSA.  The restaurant will be located on US  52 in Moncks Corner near the Foxbank…

Philip Simoneaux to chair 2023 Midlands Heart Ball

September 20, 2022

Campaign raises funds to help increase healthy life years in the Midlands The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, has…

Charleston & Foothills Amish Furniture select Brandon as agency of record

September 20, 2022

Charleston Amish Furniture and Foothills Amish Furniture, the largest Amish furniture retailer in South Carolina, has named Brandon as its agency of record. The data-driven agency will lead the company’s…

Voorhees University alum commissioned as second lieutenant

September 20, 2022

Denmark, S.C. – Voorhees University alumnus Joshua Gayle was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army on Sept. 16, during a South Carolina State University (SCSU) ceremony. Gayle graduated from Voorhees in…

Jordan Crapps, partner at Gallivan White Boyd selected to participate in Leadership Columbia

September 19, 2022

Gallivan White Boyd announced that partner Jordan Crapps has been selected as one of the 61 participants for the Leadership Columbia Class of 2023 (LC23). LC23 class will kick of…

South Carolina ETV digital series “Backroad Bites” returns with new episodes

September 19, 2022

Ten-episodes will spotlight local eateries across South Carolina South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) announced the premiere of a new season of its digital series, Backroad Bites. Featuring ten,…

USCDM campaign reveal

September 19, 2022

The University of South Carolina Dance Marathon to Hold Campaign Reveal The University of South Carolina Dance Marathon (USCDM) will host its 25th annual Campaign Reveal on Davis Field, located…

South Carolina Department of Education releases End-of-Course and Career Readiness assessments

September 19, 2022

The South Carolina Department of Education released statewide public school results on September 19, 2022 for Ready to Work (R2W) and the End-of-Course Examination Program (EOCEP) assessment tests taken for…

Department of Labor names Columbia College program as first registered apprenticeship program for teachers in SC

September 19, 2022

Since 2018, Columbia College’s Alternative Pathways to Educator Certification (APEC) program has served the local community to help employees of partnering school districts acquire their teaching certification. Through coursework and…

Quackenbush Architects + Planners announces new marketing coordinator

September 19, 2022

Quackenbush Architects + Planners announced and welcomed Ebonn Twilley as its marketing coordinator. A 2006 graduate of the University of South Carolina with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration,…

Experienced real estate attorney joins Morton & Gettys

September 19, 2022

Trent Womble, an experienced real estate attorney who is licensed in South Carolina and North Carolina, has joined Morton & Gettys. Womble has practiced in York County since 2017. Previously,…

Sisters of Charity Foundation announces 2022 President’s Fellows

September 19, 2022

The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina announced the start of a new class for the President’s Fellows program, an initiative in partnership with HBCUs in South Carolina that…

Over two dozen Midlands residents selected for Leadership SC Class of 2023

September 19, 2022

Over two dozen Midlands residents have been selected for the Class of 2023 of Leadership South Carolina, the state’s oldest and most-respected leadership development organization. Each year some 50 participants…

Turn90 prison to workforce program receives $50,000 grant from Power:Ed to expand services to the Upstate

September 19, 2022

Turn90, a nonprofit operating in Charleston and Columbia that equips men to succeed after prison by providing a route to a career-path job, is a first-time recipient of a $50,000…

Solidarity with Israel: SC Treasurer Curtis Loftis declines annual ratings call with Morningstar

September 18, 2022

State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced today that his office would not participate in the annual rating calls for the state’s 529 plan with Morningstar because of concerning reports that the…

The LRADAC Foundation invites you to Rock 4 Recovery with Revisiting Creedence, Friday, Sept. 23 at the Icehouse Amphitheatre

September 16, 2022

The LRADAC Foundation wants everyone to know that Rock 4 Recovery is more than a good time – it’s a rock concert that helps ensure recovery from substance misuse is…

United Way Midlands Reading Consortium looking for volunteers to enhance students’ literacy skills

September 15, 2022

United Way of the Midlands is looking for volunteers interested in reading to elementary-age students to support its Midlands Reading Consortium (MRC) for the 2022-2023 school year. MRC is a…

Daniel Fowler joins professional recruiting firm Forge Search as recruiter

September 15, 2022

Daniel Fowler has joined Greenville-based Forge Search + Consulting as a recruiter after a four-year stint with Furman University as men’s basketball Director of Recruiting and Special Assistant to the…

Graham applauds Clemson, SC State University funding announcement

September 15, 2022

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will award Clemson University and South Carolina State University up to $70 million under the Partnerships…

Lima One Capital strengthens its national footprint with the addition of three Regional Sales Managers

September 15, 2022

Lima One Capital has added three regional sales managers who will oversee lending to real estate investors across the country: Michael Davidson in the Eastern Region, Heidi Hawk in the…

Rhodes Graduation Services Inc. and Jostens hires Steve Frazier to lead its Broward office

September 15, 2022

COLUMBIA, SC and FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – Rhodes Graduation Services (RGS) and Jostens, the leading provider of publications, jewelry, and graduation products serving the K-12 and college markets in the…

SC Launch Inc. announces investment in BILDIT

September 15, 2022

COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested in BILDIT.  The $200,000 investment will help the startup continue excelling in the e-commerce market where…