Who: City of Columbia Economic Development, Harcourts North America CEO, Ben Brady and Harcourts Owners Tara Morawski, Chad Widtfeldt and Justin Green What: The City of Columbia celebrating the grand opening of Harcourts…
The City of Columbia has closed Woodcreek Farms Road, between Woodcreek Ridge Drive and Beaver Lake Drive, following findings from a routine annual bridge inspection conducted by the South Carolina…
Join Congaree Land Trust (CLT) for this year’s fall conservation celebration, “Sunday at Wavering Place,” on Sunday, November 2nd, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This event will recognize CLT’s…
Funding supports Cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure, as well as workforce development programs On October 13, Google announced a new, two-year $9 billion investment in South Carolina (2026-2027). Google’s…
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Douglas “Doug” Thomas has joined the firm’s Real Estate practice group as special counsel. Doug is based in the firm’s Columbia office. “We are…
Yip Premier Real Estate, an independent boutique real estate firm serving the Midlands, announces the closing of 104 Old Camp Road, Elgin, SC, for $2,380,600. This sale establishes a new…
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Rent growth accelerates due to dwindling supply Market Highlights The Columbia industrial market faces an increasingly urgent inventory crunch as more than half of…
The 3rd Annual South Carolina Gingerbread House Competition invites bakers, artists, designers, local businesses, and holiday enthusiasts of all ages to showcase their creativity in a celebration of community and…
The City of Columbia is kicking off a public planning process to improve safety for all roadway users, from our more vulnerable users like pedestrians and cyclists, to transit riders…
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) announced the premiere of a new episode of IMPACT South Carolina as well as an opportunity for the public to attend a live taping of Palmetto Perspectives on Oct.…
By Tom Poland May 2011. Jennifer’s email cut to the chase “We want you to write a play for Georgia’s Official Folk Life Play, Swamp Gravy.” “Me, write a…
Colliers | South Carolina announced Charlie Chicaiza and Jasmine Miller have joined the Columbia office as Property Accountants. In this role, they will prepare financial statements, reconcile accounts, calculate management…
Cohn Construction has completed the renovation of the 30,000 SF facility for The Pete Store, a Peterbilt dealership, in Asheville, North Carolina. This project marks the fourth project between Cohn…
Sierra, the multichannel off-price retailer known for offering high quality active and outdoor products at unexpectedly low prices, will open its new store at Columbiana Station on October 18. The…
More than 100 donors and students gather at President’s Reception The Midlands Technical College Foundation hosted more than 100 donors and scholars at a President’s Reception this fall. The event…
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) and the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announced, on October 14, 2025, the formation of a new advocacy organization, formally combining entities, resources and…
Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) announced the results of the Major League Fishing (MLF) Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) Presented by T-H Marine Regional Tournament on Lake Murray, held October…
Who: City of Columbia Mayor’s Office, Midlands Business Leadership Group (MBLG), Elevate Midlands, and Columbia Chamber of Commerce What: The City of Columbia Mayor’s Office and community partners will be hosting a…
The 2025 Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at Page Ellington Park, 2220 Gregg St, Columbia, SC 29201. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and for the 19th year,…
New office will focus on growing industrial and economic development sectors across the Midlands SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service site design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, today announced the opening of…
The City of Columbia, Richland School District One and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Foundation will kick off the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Honor the Dream Food…
Who: The City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities What: The Office of Business Opportunities is introducing its 5-week course, Grow up and Grow Old: Columbia. Grow Up and Grow Old: Columbia is…
Who: City of Columbia Economic Development and Spa Ashton Owner What: Spa Ashton is more than just a skincare destination—it’s an experience. Designed to feel like both home and a luxurious retreat,…
Parcel theft has become a common cause of concern worldwide. Thieves steal online packages from doorsteps, especially around busy periods like Black Friday and the Holiday season. To discover trends…
The Economic Development & Infrastructure Committee will conduct a meeting on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at City Hall (Mayor’s Conference Room), 1737 Main Street, Second Floor, Columbia,…
Lexington-Richland School District Five Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Jordan Nelson was recently awarded a $30,000 grant from Leo’s Pride Foundation. “I just want to thank Leo and his family for…
The City of Columbia invites the community to join in celebrating the Grand Re-Opening of Finlay Park, the heart of downtown Columbia. This milestone weekend will highlight the park’s transformative revitalization,…
On Thursday, October 16, 2025, the Design/Development Review Commission meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the public and/or…
Attention 3rd, 4th and 5th grade teachers! South Carolina State Treasurer Curtis Loftis is inviting teachers across the Palmetto State to take part in a fun and educational activity designed…
The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) announced that nine members have recently earned credentials as South Carolina Certified Economic Developers (SCCED). The newly certified statewide economic developers were recognized…
The Columbia Museum of Art is entering the final phase of its sweeping gallery lighting renovation, a visionary project that began January 21, 2025. Coinciding with the museum’s milestone 75th…
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group…
The Teppers’ Transformative Gift of $5 Million Will Sustain the Tepper Scholars Program and Establish Professors of Practice in Sport Leadership With this gift, The David and Nicole Tepper Foundation…
Ezekiel Ministries announced the promotion of Sally Brown to Program Director, recognizing her outstanding leadership, innovation, and deep commitment to the ministry’s mission of helping children from hard places experience…
The City of Columbia and Harcourts Carolinas are celebrating the grand opening of Harcourts’ first brick-and-mortar office in the Carolinas, located at 620 Gervais Street in The Vista. Harcourts Carolinas…
Convenient option for taxpayers is first of its kind in the state Taxpayers in Lower Richland have a convenient new way to search for their bills and make payments on…
Gather COLA, located at 2191 Pickens Street in Columbia’s BullStreet District, is proud to announce that the full food, beverage, and retail lineup is complete ahead of its late Fall…
Lexington School District Two invites the public to an induction ceremony this month for three individuals selected to the district’s Fine Arts Hall of Fame. The three — Jeremy Hudson,…
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A., is pleased to announce that Katherine “Katie” E. Engels has joined the firm as an associate in the Columbia office. She works with the firm’s Bankruptcy…
Astral Development and Steady Capital’s plans progress to develop a 483,106 square-foot mixed-use multi-family project set to transform one of Columbia, South Carolina’s most visible downtown intersections at the corner…
By Jeff Becraft I think I might want to be a smartphone when I grow up. That way I can say whatever I want, do whatever I want,…
Lott says his Richland County Sheriff’s Department has changed the public narrative through new and emerging technologies as well as RCSD’s “peace officer” branding By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland…
First Responders Charity Softball Tournament held at Columbia’s Segra Park By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott and deputies with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) defeated…
LawLens, a South Carolina–based legal technology platform, announced its official public launch this October, reporting more than 23,000 searches since its initial rollout in January 2025. The platform is now…
iCarolina Labs rebranded as USC Palmetto College AI Innovation Labs The University of South Carolina Palmetto College and USC’s College of Information and Communications signed an agreement to expand artificial…
SC Humanities former Executive Director Randy Akers Receives the Order of the Palmetto South Carolina Humanities announced that its former longtime Executive Director, Dr. Randy Akers, has been named a…
By Jeff Becraft There are many times I will run into what I call “the plague of little things.” Now this applies to a lot of different situations, but…
By Tom Poland Grandmothers’ Weapon Of Choice The New Oxford American Dictionary defines “fly swatter” as “an implement used for swatting insects, typically a square of plastic mesh attached…
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Retail market shows signs of easing after breakneck pace Market Highlights After several years of robust demand and consistently low vacancy, retail markets across…
Bendt to Lead the Company’s Network Services and Internet Planning and Development Teams ROCK HILL, SC – Comporium has promoted Brian Bendt to Vice President of Network Services and Internet…