Frank Golson named GMK’s Director of Finance

November 29, 2022

In recognition of his contributions to GMK’s continued financial health and growth, GMK is proud to announce that Mr. Frank Golson has been named GMK’s Director of Finance. He had…

Patrick White promoted to Senior Vice President

November 29, 2022

Assumes Leadership over Facilities and Construction Group ROCK HILL, SC – Comporium announced that Patrick White has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Facilities and Supply Chain. In his…

Luke entering Jerusalem

November 29, 2022

A Biblically themed watercolor and the work of artist Paul Turnbaugh By W. Thomas Smith Jr. I love art; always have. No, I’m not an artist in terms of design…

CCSD hosting Early Learning Kindergarten Readiness Symposium

November 29, 2022

Charleston County School District (CCSD) is hosting the Early Learning Kindergarten Readiness Symposium tomorrow, Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at 8:30 a.m. at the Gaillard Center. The event’s mission is to expand early…

Pay for Richland deputies isn’t about politics: It’s about taking care of those who protect

November 28, 2022

By Sheriff Leon Lott – “Northern California Sheriff announces indefinite suspension of daytime patrols citing catastrophic staffing shortage. – “Philadelphia Police to allow unarmed civilian traffic officers, offer recruitment bonuses…

Richland Two Board of Trustees to meet Tuesday, November 29, 2022

November 28, 2022

The Richland School District Two Board of Trustees will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, November 29, 2022. The board meeting will be called to order at 5:30 p.m.…

Jackson Creek Elementary principal wins two more awards

November 28, 2022

The South Carolina Early Childhood Association (SCECA) has announced it will honor and recognize the work of Jackson Creek Elementary School principal Dr. Sabina Mosso-Taylor at its annual conference. Dr.…

Twenty GSSM seniors recognized as semi-finalists by National Merit Scholarship Program

November 28, 2022

Twenty members of the class of 2023 from the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) were recognized as National Merit Semi-Finalists in the 2023 National Merit Scholarship…

Harbison Theatre invites the Midlands to experience the essence of the holidays

November 28, 2022

Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (HT@MTC) is ushering in the holiday season with an exciting lineup of classic traditions and modern flares. The theatre welcomes “A Christmas Carol,” presented…

Biggest credit card balance spike in 20 years

November 28, 2022

Nov. 28 is Cyber Monday. It’s one of the busiest shopping days of the year, which means many buyers will add to their credit card debt. The impact of doing…

Willis HR announces merger with JER HR Group

November 28, 2022

JER HR Group and Willis HR jointly announce JER HR Group’s acquisition of Willis HR in a private transaction. Willis HR is a leading HR consulting firm servicing clients in…

United Way of the Midlands seeks participants for Blueprint for Leadership Class of 2023

November 28, 2022

United Way of the Midlands is accepting applications for Blueprint for Leadership, a comprehensive leadership and board development training program, today through December 18, 2022. Blueprint for Leadership is designed…

School District Five educator receives statewide honor

November 28, 2022

School District Five physical education teacher, Carmen Plemmons, has received an Honor Award for 2022 by the South Carolina Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (SCAHPERD). The Honor…

Current and former CMA curators reflect on Kress collection

November 28, 2022

The Columbia Museum of Art presents A Conversation with Curators, a unique opportunity to learn about Renaissance and Baroque art from the experiences of two CMA curators, on Thursday, December…

The Salvation Army of the Midlands Christmas Kickoff Event

November 22, 2022

Salvation Army Major Leigh Ann Craddock; Mayor Daniel Rickenmann; Salvation Army Major Mark Craddock; W. Thomas Smith Jr.; Jonathan Gandolfo (representing JTs Automotive Group; and Tyler Baldwin (Red Kettle Campaign…

$3.1 million in locally grown food headed to South Carolina schools

November 22, 2022

South Carolina students will be eating more food grown by local farmers as part of a partnership involving the South Carolina Department of Agriculture and the South Carolina Department of…

City Councilwoman Aditi Bussells elected to the National League of Cities Board of Directors

November 22, 2022

Columbia City Councilwoman Aditi Bussells was elected to the National League of Cities (NLC) Board of Directors by NLC’s membership at the organization’s 2022 City Summit in Kansas City, MO. Bussells was elected to…

USC to launch Apple iOS coding certifications for students, residents across S.C.

November 22, 2022

The University of South Carolina, in partnership with Apple Inc., is launching a free coding certification course in the Spring 2023 semester to teach Apple’s iOS language to students in…

Philip Mullen exhibit opening reception, Dec. 2nd, 6 to 9 p.m.

November 21, 2022

On Friday, Dec. 2, from 6 to 9 p.m., Rob Shaw Framing and Gallery at 324 State Street in West Columbia will host a reception to launch a month-long exhibit…

Johnson, Toal & Battiste, PA recognize for inclusion in U.S. News – Best Law Firms In America©

November 21, 2022

Columbia Attorney’s I.S. Leevy Johnson, Luther Battiste and George Johnson of Johnson, Toal & Battiste, PA were recently selected for inclusion in U.S. News Best Law Firms in America©. Johnson,…

More Than Rhythm: A Black Music Series returns with Nicole Neely and The Black Exchange

November 21, 2022

Popular series turns focus to classical music The Columbia Museum of Art presents More Than Rhythm: A Black Music Series with Nicole Neely and The Black Exchange, the second concert…

North Columbia project promotes peace with community action event series

November 21, 2022

The North Columbia Youth Empowerment Initiative (NCYEI) joined Serve & Connect and its community partners to host the upcoming “Serving Up Thanks” series. The events are funded by the Byrnes…

Richland One health and PE coordinator named president-elect of state association

November 21, 2022

Lisa Curtis, Richland One’s health and physical education coordinator, has been named president-elect of the South Carolina Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (SCAHPERD). The announcement was made…

The Truth Behind Thanksgiving

November 21, 2022

By Christophe Boucher Associate professor of Native American History College of Charleston   Just about everyone can get behind the themes of Thanksgiving – gratitude and sharing. But those weren’t…

Public input requested on bike share expansion

November 21, 2022

Midlands residents are asked provide their input as part of a bike share expansion study.  Input can be provided through an interactive online survey and map, and comments provided will help shape the…

City offers complimentary parking over Thanksgiving Holiday

November 21, 2022

Parking Services once again is excited to support local businesses & the community by offering complimentary parking over the Thanksgiving Holiday!   On-street meter operations Wednesday November 23th – enforcement until 6:00pm…

MTC Golf Classic raises more than $75,000

November 21, 2022

The 2022 Midlands Technical College (MTC) Golf Classic saw more than 120 golfers come together to raise over $75,000 in scholarship money for veterans, current service members, and their families.…

BenchMark Physical Therapy opens outpatient clinic in Irmo

November 21, 2022

BenchMark Physical Therapy opened an outpatient clinic today at 11107 Broad River Road, Suite T. The Ballentine clinic is open 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday and…

The 2022 701 CCA Prize winner is announced

November 21, 2022

Artist Jordan Sheridan, of Columbia, has been selected as the winner of this year’s 701 Center for Contemporary Art Prize competition. The honor was announced on Tuesday evening, November 15,…

Sheriff Lott and RCSD collecting food for WACH-FOX Share Your Holiday event

November 18, 2022

Annual food drive supports Harvest Hope Food Bank By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) is once again seeking donations of non-perishable food items and other…

A Christmas Story: The Musical arrives at Town Theatre

November 18, 2022

The show runs Nov. 25 to Dec. 18 with 7:30 PM performances Thursdays through Saturdays and 3:00 PM Sundays matinees. Nine-year-old Ralphie Parker wants nothing more for Christmas than to…

Ahead of the holiday hustle, CAE provides travel tips for those flying this foliday season

November 17, 2022

With Thanksgiving being one of the busiest seasons for holiday travel, now exactly one week away and Christmas the following month, the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) wants to ensure our…

Grants available to preserve county’s history, boost conservation

November 17, 2022

Grants worth thousands will soon be available for nonprofits and other groups seeking to protect and preserve the County’s rich land and historic places. Beginning Thursday, Dec. 1, nonprofits, neighborhood…

Combined Insurance opens new regional office in South Carolina

November 17, 2022

Combined Insurance Company of America, a Chubb company and a leading North American provider of supplemental insurance sold to employees at the worksite and directly to individuals, announced today that…

AgFirst welcomes Darrick Paul as Chief Human Resources Officer

November 17, 2022

AgFirst Farm Credit Bank welcomed new Chief Human Resources Officer Darrick Paul. Paul was selected after an extensive nationwide search and will serve on the bank’s executive management team. Paul…

Trinity Partners represents Fresenius Medical Care in Louisville, KY

November 17, 2022

November 17, 2022, Bruce Harper, Managing Partner, and Robbie Cook, of Trinity Partners Columbia have facilitated a long-term lease on behalf of their client, Fresenius Medical Care North America, in…

What is your definition of a champion?

November 17, 2022

By Jeff Becraft   I once asked our son’s baseball coach to speak to a group of guys I was working with through Fairway Outreach. We had taken them out…

The Cayce Police Department is accepting donations for Shop with a Cop

November 17, 2022

The Cayce Police Department is accepting donations for their annual Shop with a Cop Event, December 22nd. Our goal is for each child to receive $150 to spend on Christmas…

Rural South Carolina: Building Healthier Communities for the People Who Power America

November 17, 2022

By Dr. Saundra Glover South Carolina State Director USDA Rural Development As we celebrate National Rural Health Day this year, we are reminded that a strong community is rooted in…

2022-23 South Carolina Annual Educator Supply & Demand Report

November 17, 2022

The Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement (CERRA) has released its 2022-23 Annual Educator Supply and Demand Report. The report, which is attached to this email, is now a…

Archeologists, historians unearth remarkable discovery at Camden Battlefield

November 17, 2022

On November 11, the South Carolina Battleground Preservation Trust announced a significant historic discovery at the Revolutionary War Camden Battlefield. The Trust, acting on behalf of Historic Camden Foundation, contracted…

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes three new associates

November 16, 2022

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Alexandra “Alex” C. Glunt, Jennie J. Steiner and Rob Tiro have joined the firm. Alex Glunt is based in the Columbia office and practices…

Colliers | South Carolina and LCK offices pledge $101,783 to United Way

November 16, 2022

Colliers and LCK staff across South Carolina participated in a “Warming Hearts” United Way campaign to raise funds, collect winter clothing and volunteer for local non-profits Charleston/Columbia/Greenville/Spartanburg, SC – Colliers…

Nelson Mullins in Columbia welcomes James E. Smith, Jr.

November 16, 2022

Former member of the S.C. House of Representatives, combat veteran, and experienced litigator James E. Smith, Jr. has joined Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP in its Columbia, S.C. office as a…

Sixth Annual ‘Stuff an Ambulance’ Toy Drive to benefit Richland County CASA

November 16, 2022

Monday, Nov. 21 – Thursday, Dec . 5 – at EMS headquarters – 8:30 am – 5:00pm Richland County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is once again encouraging residents to help…

City Council Highlights | November 15, 2022

November 16, 2022

Before the City Council Meeting on November 15, 2022 commenced, the City of Columbia held a press conference in Council Chambers to highlight November as Diabetes Awareness Month. District II…

Gov. Henry McMaster and the First Family Announce the 56th Annual Governor’s Carolighting

November 15, 2022

Governor Henry McMaster and First Lady Peggy McMaster will celebrate the beginning of the holiday season with the 56th Annual Governor’s Carolighting at the South Carolina State House’s north steps,…

Samsung hosts 6th Annual Veterans Day Luncheon

November 15, 2022

On Saturday, November 12, Samsung Electronics Home Appliances America (SEHA) hosted its Sixth Annual Veterans Day Luncheon in Newberry, reaffirming its commitment to recognize and honor the service of local…

Carolina Lights returns Dec. 3 at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds

November 15, 2022

The S.C. State Fair presents its fourth annual holiday drive-through lights show The South Carolina State Fair welcomes the holiday season with the return of Carolina Lights, its annual downtown drive-through holiday lights…

Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions

November 15, 2022

The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) Seeking to fill nine (9) vacancies. The purpose of BPAC is to advise the Mayor and City Council Members, the City of Columbia transportation planning staff; community organizations; and partners…