Picnic in the Park with Forest Acres & Town Theatre

October 6, 2022

There’s nothing better than great music and great company – in the BEST neighborhood around! Town Theatre will present the third series of concerts by some fantastic performers that have…

Comporium expands fiber network in North, SC

October 6, 2022

NORTH, SC – The town of North, SC has taken a technological leap forward. For months, construction crews have been working in this northern Orangeburg County town to extend Comporium’s…

Wyche, P.A. partners with Liberty Fellowship as the capstone of Wyche’s Centennial Legacy Project

October 6, 2022

“The Challenge to Lead,” presented by Wyche, P.A. and Liberty Fellowship, encourages the business community to invest in the next generation of leaders advancing South Carolina Wyche has announced a…

CMCC’S Swanson named a VenuesNow All-Star

October 6, 2022

Cheryl Swanson, Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center (CMCC) vice president and general manager, has been named a 2022 VenuesNow All-Star, the publication announced this week. Swanson, who has led the CMCC…

Karen R. Jenkins named incoming Chair of Columbia Chamber of Commerce

October 6, 2022

Karen R. Jenkins, President and CEO of KRJ Consulting, LLC, has been named Chair-Elect of the Columbia Chamber of Commerce. Karen has been a member of the Columbia Chamber Board of…

Melissa Weathers joins 1000 Feathers

October 6, 2022

1000 Feathers, LLC, a consulting firm based in Columbia, SC focused on the transformation of systems, communities, and organizations across the country, has recently added Melissa Weathers to its team as director…

The CCC

October 6, 2022

By Tom Poland   FDR’s Tree Army If my mother didn’t like something, she’d tell you. If she liked something, you knew that too, and she liked the Civilian Conservation…

Today is the day

October 6, 2022

By Jeff Becraft   One of the biggest causes of stress in my life is time. Which is kind of odd… because every single person has the exact same amount…

Governor McMaster issues proclamation recognizing National Manufacturing Day and South Carolina Manufacturing Month

October 6, 2022

Andy Carr, President & CEO of the SCMEP; Chuck Hall, President & CEO of Barnet and SCMA Chairman; SC Governor Henry McMaster; Sara Hazzard, President & CEO of the SCMA.…

Mary Winter Teaster of Colliers relocates Goodwyn Mills Cawood to 915 Lady Street

October 6, 2022

Colliers | South Carolina’s Mary Winter Teaster represented Goodwyn Mills Cawood, LLC in the lease of 3,719 square feet of office space at 915 Lady Street. The ±14,114-square-foot historic warehouse…

Lexington District One Board of Trustees names Dr. Gerrita Postlewait superintendent

October 6, 2022

On Tuesday, October 4, 2022, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees unanimously selected Dr. Gerrita L. Postlewait to serve as superintendent. Dr. Postlewait, who has served as…

Richland One awarded nearly $15 million Magnet School Programs grant

October 6, 2022

Richland One has been awarded a $14.9 million Magnet Schools Assistance Program (MSAP) grant from the U.S. Department of Education. Only 19 school districts nationwide and only two in South…

Cayce Police Department unveils first-in-state e-car policing initiative

October 5, 2022

The Cayce Police Department is set to be the first police department in the state to unveil their e-car policing initiative on October 7 at 9:00 AM at the Lexington…

Paxton Access is building new U.S. headquarters in Greenville County, S.C.

October 5, 2022

Paxton Access, a global manufacturer of security technology, confirmed plans to grow its South Carolina footprint by building its new U.S. headquarters in Greenville County, South Carolina. The company is…

Reynolds announces new leadership roles

October 5, 2022

The Reynolds Company, a Greenville-based subsidiary of Itochu International, Inc, announced the retirement of Neel Reynolds, CEO, effective October 1, 2022. Neel will continue to lead as Senior Advisor to…

Wingard’s Market hosts Tatanka Bison Tour

October 5, 2022

Wingard’s Market hosts its Tatanka Bison Ranch Tour, led by Wingard’s Naturalist Zach Steinhauser. The Tatanka Bison Tour takes place Sunday, October 16th at 1:00 pm in York, SC. Members…

Experienced litigator joins Richardson Thomas

October 5, 2022

Amy L.B. Hill, a highly experienced attorney who’s practiced for more than 20 years in South Carolina, has joined Richardson Thomas. She will work in the firm’s Columbia office. Hill’s…

State Treasurer Curtis Loftis launches From Our Future Scholars to Yours Campaign

October 4, 2022

Staff share their stories as part of SC’s 529 plan’s 20th anniversary State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced today the launch of a new social media campaign promoting South Carolina’s Future…

McMillan Pazdan Smith wins 2022 Premier Award for Client Satisfaction from PSMJ

October 4, 2022

PSMJ Resources, Inc. has announced that McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture is among the 10 winners of the 2022 Premier Award for Client Satisfaction, a national award that honors architecture and…

Non Profit Minute – Karriem Edwards, South Carolina Center for Fathers and Families

October 4, 2022

The Who’s on the Move, Non Profit Minute is an interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would like to thank…

Lake Murray Country to host Association of Southeastern State Parks Directors conference

October 3, 2022

Capital City/Lake Murray Country in partnership with South Carolina State Parks is hosting the annual conference for the Association of Southeastern State Parks Directors (ASSPD), October 23-27, 2022. The opening…

Red Cross responds to Hurricane Ian devastation in South Carolina

October 3, 2022

Help by making a donation, giving blood, or becoming a volunteer The American Red Cross is working tirelessly to help people devastated by Hurricane Ian. Many communities are unrecognizable after…

Relic Room lecture to explain how soldiers were trained for the war in Vietnam

October 3, 2022

One of the things America has done particularly well through its history is turn civilians into soldiers. In World War II, for instance, the U.S. Army went from fewer than…

NAI Columbia welcomes new marketing specialist

October 3, 2022

NAI Columbia announced the addition of Breelyn “Bree” Long to the Columbia office. Bree joins NAI Columbia as a marketing specialist and will work closely with the research director, brokerage…

What’s happening at Richland Library – Oct 3-9

October 3, 2022

Monday, October 3 – Sunday, October 9       Richland Library’s mission is to help our customers learn, create and share. We are continuing to offer programs, both familiar and new, and…

Richland Library St. Andrews hosts Job Fair – Oct 6

October 3, 2022

Job Seekers Can Network with Local Employers WHAT: Your Career is Waiting (Job Fair) WHEN: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Thursday, October 6 WHERE: Richland Library St. Andrews (2916 Broad River Road…

Prisma Health invests $5 million and partners with five S.C. colleges to help counter critical nursing shortage

October 3, 2022

Pilot program initially provides up to 120 scholarships, will expand to additional schools GREENVILLE, SC – To help combat the state’s critical nursing shortage, Prisma Health will invest $5 million…

Sunbelt Business Brokers of the Carolinas announces sale of American Chillers and Cooling Tower Systems

October 3, 2022

Sunbelt Business Brokers, a leading mergers and acquisitions adviser for privately held businesses, announces the sale of American Chillers and Cooling Tower Systems, Inc. based in West Columbia, South Carolina…

Museum to host 31st annual SCMMS Toy Soldier Show on Saturday, Oct. 8

October 3, 2022

If you think a “toy soldier” is just one of those rubbery little green guys you bought from the dime store when you were a kid, you’ve got a lot…

Cayce Police Department announces Night Out Against Crime

October 3, 2022

The Cayce Police Department is gearing up for their Night Out Against Crime event, taking place October 4th from 6-8 PM at the Cayce Police Department, located at 2 Lavern…

Nominees for Richland County High School Player of the Year–Football have been selected

October 3, 2022

The Richland County Recreation Commission announced the nominees for the 2022 Richland County High School Player of the Year–Football Award. This prestigious award is presented annually to the top varsity…

Moore Bradley Myers Managing Partner, Chris Spradley, named 2022 Leadership in Law Honoree

October 3, 2022

Moore Bradley Myers (MBM) Managing Partner, Chris Spradley, has been recognized as a Leadership in Law Honoree by SC Lawyers Weekly. Spradley earned this nomination through his dedication to the…

Serve & Connect holds 14th Greg’s Groceries Packing event on Oct. 6

October 3, 2022

Serve & Connect will host its 14th Greg’s Groceries Packing Day on Oct. 6, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Walmart on Forest Drive in Columbia, SC.…

SCBIO debuts refreshed branding for life sciences organization, launches new website

September 30, 2022

Moves made as life sciences organization prepares to share South Carolina story more widely Reflective of South Carolina’s dynamic, leading-edge and fastest-growing industry, SCBIO has introduced refreshed branding across all…

First Community Bank announces seminar for minority businesses

September 30, 2022

First Community Bank is pleased to host the “Access to Capital for Minority Businesses” seminar on October 12, 2022, from 9:00am – 11:30am at Columbia International University. Peter Shand, President…

Courage is not the absence of fear

September 29, 2022

By Jeff Becraft   Walter Payton was one of the greatest running backs in NFL history. At one point, he was the all-time leader in rushing yards until Emmitt Smith…

UofSC Columbia Campus to close Friday

September 29, 2022

Due to anticipated inclement weather associated with Tropical Storm Ian, all classes scheduled for the Columbia campus for Friday, Sept. 30 are canceled, including all in-person and virtual classes. As…

State agencies preparing for potential impact from Hurricane Ian

September 29, 2022

On September 28, Governor Henry McMaster signed an Executive Order 2022-28 declaring a state of emergency and activating the state’s emergency operations plan, which enables state agencies to prepare for…

The Pull Of The Macon Music Scene

September 29, 2022

By Tom Poland   I find my mind drifting back to Macon, and then I find myself driving kudzu-bordered roads. Macon, Georgia sits in the middle of Georgia. It’s not…

South Carolina students outperform nation on Advanced Placement, SAT scores remain steady

September 29, 2022

The College Board has released national and South Carolina specific results for their SAT and Advanced Placement assessments. South Carolina students again exceeded the nation on eight out of the…

Restaurant Week Midlands begins this week!

September 29, 2022

South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association to Celebrate Local Flavors During Restaurant Week Midlands The tastiest time of the year is here! Food lovers will want to claim a spot…

Richland County offices to close Friday ahead of weather threat

September 29, 2022

Because of the potential of inclement weather with the approach of Tropical Storm Ian, Richland County facilities will be closed to the public Friday, Sept. 30. Non-essential County personnel will…

Garvin Design Group’s 19th Anniversary Celebration – Photo Gallery

September 29, 2022

On September 15th, Garvin Design Group celebrated its 19th anniversary at City Market Place in downtown Columbia. Click on the pictures below.

LS3P’s Columbia office wins the People’s Choice Award at the 7th annual PARKing Day

September 28, 2022

LS3P’s Columbia office has won the People’s Choice Award at the 7th annual PARKing Day, the day is hosted by the City of Columbia. This is the third year LS3P…

Five South Carolina schools named 2022 National Blue Ribbon Schools

September 28, 2022

U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today recognized 297 schools as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2022, including five schools in South Carolina. The recognition is based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing…

Lorick Office Products celebrated its 85th anniversary September 14

September 28, 2022

Midlands-area office supply company founded Labor Day 1937 Lorick Office Products celebrated 85 years of serving the office-supply needs of Columbia businesses and customers nationwide, at the company’s 910 Washington…

NP Strategy expands presence in the Carolinas

September 28, 2022

NP Strategy (NPS+), a strategic communications firm providing crisis, media and public relations assistance, welcomes Denada Jackson to the growing team. Jackson, an award winning public relations expert with established…

The Institute for Child Success hires policy director

September 28, 2022

The Institute for Child Success (ICS), an early childhood, nonprofit organization that uses applied policy and research to improve the outcomes of young children and their families, has brought on…

Attorney Sarah Frierson joins Robinson Gray law firm as associate

September 28, 2022

Sarah C. Frierson has joined Robinson Gray as an associate. Her practice with the firm will focus on appellate advocacy, business and commercial litigation, administrative and regulatory litigation, and probate…

Setting the bar

September 28, 2022

Yturria becomes first Hispanic officer to hold second-highest rank in the department’s 200-plus-year history By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) Deputy Chief Maria Yturria became the…