Fireflies 2021 Schedule & Game Times 

February 18, 2021

Opening Day at Segra Park slated for May 11  The Columbia Fireflies, in conjunction with Major League Baseball and the Kansas City Royals, today announced their 2021 season schedule. The…

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2021 State of the City of Columbia Address

February 18, 2021

Two weeks ago Mayor Steve Benjamin stood in the beautiful and historic Columbia City Council chambers to formally announce that he will not seek re-election as Mayor of Columbia. On…

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Dent Middle makes National Schools to Watch list

February 18, 2021

Dent Middle is the latest school in Richland School District Two to make the list of Schools to Watch® by the National Forum to Accelerate Middle Grades Reform. The school’s…

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Burnette Shutt & McDaniel’s pro bono efforts honored with national award

February 18, 2021

Burnette Shutt & McDaniel is being recognized by the American Bar Association as a 2020 Pro Bono Leader for its efforts in assisting with the ABA’s Free Legal Answers Program.…

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Historic Columbia launches ‘Historically Complex’ podcast series about the South Carolina State House grounds

February 18, 2021

Historic Columbia has launched a new podcast series. “Historically Complex” is a four-episode introduction to the layered history of the South Carolina State House grounds. Dr. Lydia Mattice Brandt, associate professor…

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Highest Morningstar Rating for Wallick Investments’ Fidelis

February 17, 2021

Wallick Investments, LLC’s faith and factor-based separate account composite, Fidelis, received a 5-star Morningstar RatingTM among 446 Large-Cap Value products for 3-year, 5-year and Overall risk-adjusted performance as of December…

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Tasha Butler introduces Columbia to a better-insurance buying experience, opens a Brightway Insurance Agency

February 17, 2021

Residents in and around Columbia now can experience a better way to buy insurance for their homes, vehicles and much more as veteran Insurance Agent and now Brightway Agency Owner,…

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Lexington District One tennis coach earns high honor

February 17, 2021

The National Federation of State High School Associations named River Bluff High School’s Brian J. Lim the 2019–2020 Southern Section Girls Tennis Coach of the Year. The South Section includes…

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MTC Commission names Dr. James L. Hudgins as President Emeritus

February 17, 2021

The Midlands Technical College Commission today named Dr. James L. Hudgins as President Emeritus. Dr. Hudgins was MTC’s third president, serving from 1986-1999, and was the longest-serving president in the…

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The Cayce Arts Guild’s first group show at Still Hopes Retirement Community runs February 11 through March 26

February 17, 2021

Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community is the host venue for the Cayce Arts Guild’s (CAG) first group show. The exhibit will be on display through March 26 in the Main…

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Nancye Bailey earns Certified Association Executive credential

February 16, 2021

ASAE has announced that Nancye Bailey, President of NDB Association & Event Management, has earned the Certified Association Executive (CAE®) designation. The CAE is the highest professional credential in the…

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Southern First announces promotion of Kevin Lee to Market Executive

February 16, 2021

Southern First Bank (NASDAQ: SFST), a unique Southeastern financial institution poised to expand and grow, announces the promotion of Kevin Lee to Market Executive of the Charleston region. With over…

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Make Learning to Save Fun and Easy for Kids this America Saves Week

February 16, 2021

By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis When it comes to learning something new, you often hear, “it’s never too late.” But when it comes to smart money habits, it’s almost never…

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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis reminds teachers about application deadline for SC Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program

February 16, 2021

March 31 is deadline for third cohort of master teachers State Treasurer Curtis Loftis is reminding teachers interested in participating in the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program that…

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The Blackbaud Institute’s 2020 Charitable Giving Report finds that online giving grew 21% amidst global pandemic

February 16, 2021

The Blackbaud Institute, a research division of Blackbaud, today released its ninth-annual Charitable Giving Report. Tracking over $40 billion in US-based charitable giving from the Blackbaud Institute Index, the report…

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National Safe Place Network welcomes The COMET’s Executive Director/CEO to its Advisory Board

February 16, 2021

NSPN and The COMET Expand Partnership to Help Keep Youth Safe National Safe Place Network (NSPN) and The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) have expanded their partnership by…

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TTI Floor Care North America establishing operations in Spartanburg County

February 16, 2021

$93 million investment will create 134 new jobs TTI Floor Care North America, a leading floor care company, has announced plans to establish a new distribution center in Spartanburg County.…

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United Community Bank rank earns top honors from Forbes

February 16, 2021

United Community Bank has recently been recognized on two prestigious lists by Forbes magazine. For the eighth consecutive year, the bank was named to Forbes list of America’s Best 100…

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SCRA announces investment in drone-related startup, UASidekick

February 16, 2021

South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) announces its affiliate, SC Launch, Inc.’s, investment of $200,000 in UASidekick, Inc., a Greenville-based drone software company. UASidekick became an SC Launch Member Company in…

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South Carolina COVID-19 vaccine demographics presented in new online dashboard

February 15, 2021

Data will help drive efforts to ensure all South Carolinians have equal access to COVID-19 vaccine The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today launched a new…

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Weston, Inc. expands Southeast Industrial Properties portfolio with acquisition of three vacant properties in Columbia, SC market

February 15, 2021

Colliers | South Carolina represented Weston in the acquisition and will handle leasing, marketing and property management for the properties Weston, Inc., a privately held industrial property owner and developer…

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Attorney Heath Myers joins Morton & Getty

February 15, 2021

Heath Myers, a graduate of the University of South Carolina and Rock Hill native, has joined Morton & Gettys as an associate. His practice will focus on estate planning, probate…

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NAI Columbia facilitates the $1.163 million sale of 100 acres of land near Hartsville, SC

February 15, 2021

NAI Columbia’s Tombo Milliken, Tom Milliken and Nelson Weston, III, represented the Estate of Baynard Whaley in the sale of approximately 100 acres of land near the town of Hartsville.…

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Announcing the 2021 S.C. Governor’s Awards for the Arts recipients

February 15, 2021

The South Carolina Arts Commission (SCAC) is announcing seven qualified recipients of South Carolina’s highest award for high achievement in practicing or supporting the arts. The South Carolina Governor’s Awards…

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Nursing programs receive high national, regional, and statewide rankings

February 15, 2021

Two national nursing program search services ranked Midlands Technical College high among national, regional, and statewide programs. Nursing School Hub rated MTC’s Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program the 8th most…

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Krystal Klear Productions to host virtual family-oriented Black History event – February 26

February 14, 2021

Krystal Klear Productions (KKP) will be hosting a virtual event called Family First Fun Friday: Celebrating Black History on Friday, February 26, 2021 from 7:00-9:00 p.m. This is a family-oriented…

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Art of Conversation: Mentally Stimulating Game Night

February 14, 2021

Prime & Prim Studio of the Arts will be hosting a mind-stimulating game night on March 20, 2021 at the Landing Event Center. Festivities begin at 7:30 PM and conclude…

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Haigler named as Fellow of American College of Bankruptcy

February 14, 2021

The American College of Bankruptcy announced that Janet B. Haigler of Haigler Law Firm LLC, Chapin, South Carolina will be inducted as a Fellow of the College in October 2021…

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AFP Central Carolina Chapter welcomes 2021 Board Members

February 14, 2021

The Association of Fundraising Professionals of Central Carolina recently announced the 2021 Board Member slate as well as three new members Elizabeth Blake Dudek, Latasha Taste, and Mimi Slade. The…

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Alzheimer’s Association selects South Carolinians for National Early-Stage Advisory Group

February 14, 2021

The Alzheimer’s Association has selected Greenville resident Maria Turner and Clover resident Laurie Waters to serve on its 2020-2021 National Early-Stage Advisory Group (ESAG). Turner and Waters were chosen from…

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Seibels appoints Kellie Reid Director of Policy Administration and Compliance

February 12, 2021

COLUMBIA, SC – Seibels is pleased to announce the appointment of Kellie Reid to Director of Policy Administration and Compliance. In this leadership role, Ms. Reid will oversee Seibels’ Customer…

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Richland Library hosts creator of “Blue Eyes/Brown Eyes Exercise”

February 12, 2021

Gain a better understanding of what discrimination feels like. Join Richland Library for A Candid Conversation with Jane Elliott from 6:30 – 8 p.m., Sunday, February 21. Please register at…

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The Lourie Center launches rebranded continuing education program

February 12, 2021

The Lourie Center, in cooperation with Riggs Partners, has rebranded and re-launched its continuing education program. The Lourie Center was selected as one of the recipients of the October 2020…

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Gaming apps skills development company skillsgapp inks contract with San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools

February 12, 2021

Soft skills and middle-skills gaming app development company skillsgapp has been selected by San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) to provide its gaming apps focused on helping Generation Z…

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Monthly Sweeps cleaning S.C. rivers and streams

February 12, 2021

SWEEPS ACROSS SOUTH CAROLINA is a partnership between the S.C. Aquarium, the S.C. Floodwater Commission, and SC7 By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The South Carolina Aquarium has partnered with the…

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Colliers Report: Retailers adapting business operations to accommodate consumer needs

February 11, 2021

Research & Forecast Report Q4-2020 COLUMBIA | RETAIL Key Takeaways Since many people worked from home throughout the pandemic, suburban retail shops outperformed urban spaces last year due to the…

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Major innovation announcement planned, SC Life Sciences conference shatters registration record

February 11, 2021

With conference registration surging more than 20% past prior record levels and the addition of a “singularly significant innovation announcement focused on cancer treatments and precision medicine advancement”, SCBIO’s “The…

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Why Your Child Doesn’t Learn Critical Thinking in School

February 11, 2021

By Steven J. Pearlman, PhD If you’re like most parents, you want your child to learn to think critically, and if you’re expecting that their education should play a vital…

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DHEC offers centralized phone number, email for locating delayed COVID-19 test results

February 11, 2021

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is making it easier for residents to track down any delayed COVID-19 test results with a single centralized phone number…

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Palmetto AgriBusiness Council elects new officers for 2021

February 11, 2021

The Palmetto AgriBusiness Council (PABC) announced the election of officers for 2021. Harry L. Ott, Jr., President of the South Carolina Farm Bureau Federation, was elected Chairman; Jane Sosebee, President…

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Mary Caskey becomes Riley Fellow in first-ever statewide Diversity Leaders Initiative

February 11, 2021

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Mary Caskey has become a Riley Fellow after completing the Riley Institute’s Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI), an award-winning program of Furman University. The intensive four-month…

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NUPI Americas, Inc. expanding operations in Hampton County

February 10, 2021

$4.3 million investment will create 28 new jobs​​​​​​​ NUPI Americas, Inc., a subsidiary of Nupi Industrie Italiane, S.p.A., today announced plans to expand operations in Hampton County. The $4.3 million…

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Wells Fargo invests in six Black-owned banks, including Optus in Columbia

February 10, 2021

Wells Fargo recently announced equity investments in six African American Minority Depository Institutions (MDIs) as part of its March 10, 2020, pledge to invest up to $50 million in Black-owned…

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University of South Carolina to help lead Savannah River National Laboratory research innovation and workforce development

February 10, 2021

The University of South Carolina and the Battelle Savannah River Alliance (BSRA) are partnering to conduct critical research at one of the country’s premier national laboratories – the Savannah River…

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Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics welcomes inaugural group of Duke Energy STEM Scholars

February 10, 2021

The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics (GSSM) welcomed 15 students from the Pee Dee area to be the inaugural group of Duke Energy STEM Scholars. These students,…

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COMET Chat with John Andoh – February 2021

February 10, 2021

By John Andoh Executive Director / CEO, The COMET   The year 2021 has gotten off to an eventful start and The COMET is moving full steam ahead! February is…

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First Dentist Vaccinates

February 10, 2021

Kassidy Wolfe, DMD became the first dentist in South Carolina to administer the COVID-19 vaccine as part of Prisma Health – Midlands’ Phase 1a distribution at Gamecock Park in Columbia…

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Lexington Medical Center Foundation awards funds to MIRCI to support adult and youth programs

February 10, 2021

Lexington Medical Center Foundation has granted MIRCI (Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc.) funding for general operations to provide best practice behavioral healthcare interventions that improve outcomes for adults and youth…

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Generac Power Systems, Inc. establishing operations in Edgefield County

February 10, 2021

Generac Power Systems, Inc., a leading global power and energy technology company serving the residential, commercial and industrial markets, today announced plans to establish operations in Edgefield County. The company’s…

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Richland Library adds new option for checking out items

February 10, 2021

Richland Library is making it easier for customers to browse and check out items during their next visit. We’re now offering mobile self-checkout at our 13 locations. To get started,…

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