Highest Morningstar Rating continues for WI Fidelis 10-year and overall risk-adjusted performance

August 5, 2022

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Wallick Investments, LLC’s separately managed account composite, WI Fidelis, received a 5-Star Morningstar RatingTM for 10-year risk-adjusted performance among 110 Mid-Cap Blend products, and a 5-Star Morningstar…

Bank of America Charitable Foundation awards $20,000 grant to Senior Resources to provide nutritional support and resources to vulnerable seniors

August 5, 2022

Senior Resources announced that Bank of America Charitable Foundation has awarded $20,000 in grant funding to provide nutritional support and resources that will enable seniors to age with dignity and…

Adia Victoria opens season of More Than Rhythm: A Black Music Series

August 5, 2022

Season 2 features blues, classical, soul, and old-time folk music The Columbia Museum of Art announces the second season of More Than Rhythm: A Black Music Series, hosted by ethnomusicologist…

SCRA announces new member Scarlet Connect and grant funding to Bottle Titan LLC

August 5, 2022

Scarlet Connect was accepted as a South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) Member Company. Bottle Titan received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching, access to experts in SCRA’s Resource Partner Network, eligibility…

Norfolk Southern announces $1.2 million scholarship fund

August 4, 2022

One hundred children of Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) employees will receive college scholarships of up to $10,000 over four years through the company’s new Thoroughbred Scholars program. In addition,…

Blink Book Review #9: “These Precious Days” by Ann Patchett

August 4, 2022

This is the eighth in a series of summer “Blink Book Reviews” by Reba Hull Campbell   This summer’s reading list has included books beyond the best-seller fiction I usually…

Blink Book Review #8 – “Susan, Linda, Nina & Cokie: The Extraordinary Story of the Founding Mothers of NPR” by Lisa Napoli

August 4, 2022

This is the eighth in a series of summer “Blink Book Reviews” by Reba Hull Campbell   This book is the story of four women from vastly different backgrounds who…

Non Profit Minute – Donna Waites, Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina

August 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…

Tidewater Golf Club named South Carolina’s Golf Course Of The Year

August 4, 2022

Tidewater Golf Club, one of Myrtle Beach’s most acclaimed designs, has been named Golf Course of the Year by the South Carolina Golf Course Owners Association. The SCGCOA evaluated Golf…

SC Office of Rural Health awards more than $725,000 in rural health equity funding

August 4, 2022

The South Carolina Office of Rural Health (SCORH) announced 26 funding awards to address COVID-19 health disparities and support local health equity initiatives in rural communities. The grants, totaling $725,556,…

Colliers | South Carolina announces 12-month transaction volume of $1.2 billion

August 4, 2022

Charleston/Columbia/Greenville/Spartanburg, SC – Colliers | South Carolina, which has offices in Charleston, Columbia, Greenville and Spartanburg, announced a record-breaking trailing 12-month production for the company’s brokerage operations with $1.2 billion…

County Council approves Capital Project Sales Tax Ordinance

August 3, 2022

If approved by voters in November, the 1% sales and use tax will generate $536 million to be used for road and infrastructure improvements across Lexington County The Lexington County…

SC Chamber launches 2022 Grassroots Tour

August 3, 2022

Connecting with over 40 local groups at 28 different stops throughout South Carolina This month, the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce jumpstarts their annual grassroots tour around the Palmetto State.…

The COMET names Jackie Bowers, Director of Operations

August 3, 2022

Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) is pleased to announce the promotion of Jackie Bowers to Director of Operations. In this position, Bowers will be responsible for overseeing the…

GSSM hires Hunter Thomas to spearhead marketing and communications

August 3, 2022

The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) has hired Darlington native, Hunter Thomas to serve as the Marketing and Communications Manager. Thomas brings more than 12 years…

Movement Mortgage names Sarah Middleton Chief Growth Officer

August 3, 2022

INDIAN LAND, SC – Movement Mortgage (Movement), the nation’s sixth-largest retail mortgage lender, is expanding its leadership team with the creation of two new positions focused on the growth and…

Lowes Foods seeking additional local product vendors

August 3, 2022

Vendor Digital Summit to Take Place September 28 Lowes Foods, a Carolinas based grocer with more than 80 stores in North and South Carolina, has a strong history of supporting…

Industrial packager Greif expanding operations in Greenville County

August 3, 2022

Governor Henry McMaster and the S.C. Department of Commerce today announced that Greif, a global leader in industrial packaging products and services, plans to expand existing operations in Greenville County,…

Legal Elite list for 2022 honors three partners with Bluestein Attorneys

August 3, 2022

Once again, Columbia Business Monthly has named three Bluestein Attorneys partners to the magazine’s “Legal Elite of the Midlands” list. The list recognizes attorneys in the Midlands whom peers consider…

Columbia-based Capitol Urology reports record vasectomy numbers

August 3, 2022

Vasectomy requests up 400% since Roe v. Wade decision Men in South Carolina are following a national trend reported by urologists across the country—the time for a vasectomy is now.…

What is the cause of the high inflation rate?

August 3, 2022

Joseph Von Nessen, Research Economist at the Darla Moore School of Business, talks about the causes of the current high inflation rate. Von Nessen specializes in regional economics, regional economic…

Comporium promotes Roger Parker to Executive Vice President

August 2, 2022

Assumes Lead Role Over Technology and Facilities Workgroups ROCK HILL, SC – Comporium is excited to announce it has promoted Roger Parker to the position of Executive Vice President –…

Clinton YMCA Youth Soccer Registration

August 2, 2022

Summer is almost over and school is about to start. That means fall sports will also begin at the Clinton YMCA. The Clinton YMCA soccer registration is now open with…

Why is it so hard to figure out whether we are in a recession?

August 2, 2022

Joseph Von Nessen, Research Economist at the Darla Moore School of Business, talks about whether the US economy is in a recession. Von Nessen specializes in regional economics, regional economic…

Melissa Brewington promoted to REMS Accounting Supervisor at Colliers | South Carolina

August 2, 2022

Colliers | South Carolina announces that Melissa Brewington has been promoted to REMS Accounting Supervisor. In her role, Brewington oversees the day-to-day Real Estate Management Services (REMS) accounting functions and…

Attorney General Alan Wilson announces the formation of a nationwide Anti-Robocall Litigation Task Force

August 2, 2022

Attorneys General form a national bipartisan Task Force to combat robocalling Attorney General Alan Wilson today announced that South Carolina is joining a nationwide Anti-Robocall Litigation Task Force of 50…

Metropolis Salon opens in the Vista district

August 2, 2022

The City of Columbia, in partnership with the Vista Guild, hosted a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for the newest business in the Vista district, Metropolis Salon. Metropolis has…

Keep the Midlands Beautiful to host Lakeside Litter Sweep Cleanup event on Lake Murray

August 2, 2022

Saturday, September 17th Keep the Midlands Beautiful (KMB) and their event partners will host a Lakeside Litter Sweep litter cleanup event on Lake Murray on Saturday, September 17th, 2022, from…

1801 Venture Club announced as presenting sponsor of Gamecock Central Kickoff event

August 2, 2022

Steel Hands Brewing in partnership with Gamecock Central is pleased to announce the 1801 Venture Club as its presenting sponsor for the 2nd Annual Gamecock Central Kickoff Party to be…

David Boulware named Best Mortgage Lender

August 2, 2022

David Boulware, Mortgage Loan Officer at First Reliance Bank, has been named the “Best of the Pee Dee’s 2022 Best Mortgage Lender” Winner. Boulware began his finance career in 1998…

State agencies encourage nominations for S.C. Environmental Awareness Award

August 2, 2022

South Carolina state agencies are seeking nominations for an award to recognize individuals who do extraordinary work advocating for our state’s natural environment. Nominations for the South Carolina Environmental Awareness…

Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College opens colorful 11th season

August 1, 2022

The most colorful seats in town are turning purple, then red-white-and-blue, for Harbison Theatre’s 11th season. Notable performances include the Purple xPeRIeNCE Tribute Show and country music superstar Craig Morgan.…

Unbound to present “(in)FINITE”

August 1, 2022

August  26 & 27 Eighty-one dancers will take the stage for “(in)FINITE,” a show to be presented by the Columbia dance collective Unbound on Aug. 26 and 27. Performances will…

Barnes Alford attorneys selected as Legal Elites

August 1, 2022

Barnes Alford attorneys Weldon R. Johnson, David G. Wolff, Kay Gaffney Crowe, Alan J. Reyner, Richard C. Thomas, Robert T. Strickland, Curtis W. Dowling, Matthew G. Gerrald, Emily Collins Brown,…

Colliers Report: South Carolina hotels experience a revenue boost

August 1, 2022

Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2022 South Carolina Hotel Market Highlights Tourist season was in full swing during the second quarter of 2022 evidenced by an increase…

Ten Moore Bradley Myers attorneys recognized for 2022 Legal Elite of the Midlands

August 1, 2022

Moore Bradley Myers (MBM) announced the inclusion of ten attorneys in Columbia Business Monthly’s 2022 Legal Elite of the Midlands. MBM Attorneys Recognized: S. Jahue “Jake” Moore, Sr. – recognized…

Hood Construction President and CEO inducted into Hall of Fame

August 1, 2022

Hood Construction’s President and CEO, Mark Hood, was inducted into the Carolinas Association of General Contractors’ 2022 Hall of Fame this month, which celebrates hard work, perseverance, and achievement of…

Marketing Minute: TikTok

August 1, 2022

  Marketing Minute with Meghan Durant, NP Strategy It’s not always easy to stay up to date on social media trends. This week’s video shares insight into the fastest growing…

Columbia Business Monthly again includes Detwiler, Duggan in 2022 ‘Legal Elite’

August 1, 2022

Once again, Columbia Business Monthly has named Callison Tighe & Robinson members Rick Detwiler and Ian Duggan to its 2022 “Legal Elite of the Midlands” list. Mr. Duggan received this…

Two Lewis Babcock partners named to Legal Elite of the Midlands list for 2022

August 1, 2022

Columbia Business Monthly has recognized two partners at the law firm Lewis Babcock L.L.P. to the magazine’s “Legal Elite of the Midlands” list for 2022. Lewis Babcock founding partner Keith…

Will Lewis of Richardson Thomas named to Legal Elite of the Midlands for 2022

August 1, 2022

Columbia Business Monthly has recognized attorney Will Lewis, a partner with Richardson Thomas, to the magazine’s “Legal Elite of the Midlands” list for 2022. The annual list honors Midlands lawyers…

Hira Industries’ Aerofoam USA establishing operations in Abbeville County

August 1, 2022

Aerofoam USA, a brand of the family-owned, international firm Hira Industries, announced plans to establish its United States headquarters and operations in Abbeville County. The company’s $11.5 million investment will…

8 at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel included in new edition of “Legal Elite”

August 1, 2022

Eight attorneys at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel are included in the just-released 2022 edition of “Legal Elite of the Midlands,” with four of the honorees earning recognition in multiple practice…

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

July 30, 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…

Lisa Hostetler Brown, LawyerLisa managing attorney, recognized as 2022 Legal Elite

July 30, 2022

LawyerLisa, LLC announced Lisa Hostetler Brown has been recognized as a 2022 Legal Elite of the Midlands by Columbia Business Monthly. Legal Elite is a regional awards program where attorneys…

Lexington Medical Cancer Center affiliates with MUSC Hollings Cancer Center for research and education

July 28, 2022

Lexington Medical Center announced Lexington Medical Cancer Center’s Clinical Research and Education affiliation with MUSC Hollings Cancer Center in Charleston, SC.  This partnership will provide Lexington Medical Center patients access…

Boneyards

July 28, 2022

By Tom Poland   Their name belies their beauty, though its definition rings true. “Boneyard, | ˈbōnyärd |Noun, informal, a cemetery.” A cemetery they are, the resting places of maritime…

Columbia Museum of Art’s board of trustees adds eight new members

July 28, 2022

Talented local leaders bring their skills to the museum The Columbia Museum of Art announces eight new members elected to serve on its board of trustees for the 2022 –…

Senior Resources receives donation from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation

July 28, 2022

Senior Resources today announced that the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation has received a donation in the amount of $2,000 to help feed local neighbors in their time of need…