Program changes reinforce the arts’ influence in the creative economy A diverse group of four South Carolina artists working in different artistic disciplines are the latest recipients of new-look $10,000…
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has confirmed two cases of monkeypox infection in a person in the Midlands region and another person in the Lowcountry…
Ask Public to Help Limit Spread of Tick-Borne Diseases South Carolina public health and livestock officials have recently identified a large population of Asian longhorned ticks infesting a pasture at a…
New program airing on REELZ will follow format of the former A&E television series By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) – the only LIVE PD…
This is the fifth in a series of summer “Blink Book Reviews” by Reba Hull Campbell I recently reread Anne Lamott’s “Bird by Bird” for the umpteenth time in…
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) is proud to announce that SC Public Radio reporter Victoria Hansen has been nominated for Radio Reporter of the Year by the South…
Columbia-based architecture, interiors, and planning firm Garvin Design Group marked 19 years as a business on June 26, 2022. Scott Garvin established his firm in the historic Gervais Place building…
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that the firm has been recognized in the 2022 edition of Chambers USA. Chambers USA has ranked the following HSB practice areas in South Carolina:…
As golf is surging in popularity around the country, state and industry leaders are pleased to welcome the PGA TOUR to Congaree Golf Club in Ridgeland for THE CJ CUP…
The University of South Carolina (UofSC) board of trustees announced a new phase in a growing public-private partnership between the university’s College of Nursing and Lexington Medical Center (LMC). A 50,000-square-foot state-of-the-art nursing simulation center and teaching space…
How Tom Mullikin’s greatness has been achieved by bringing others with him By W. Thomas Smith Jr. What might we say about a great man (or a great woman) or…
The SC Bar recognizes Joye Law Firm for their recent $100,000 donation to the Charleston Animal Society to provide care and to find loving homes for pets and the firm…
The South Carolina State Fair is now accepting entries for this year’s competitive exhibits, which will be on display Oct. 12-23, 2022, at the S.C. State Fair. The annual exhibits will…
Sunbelt Business Brokers announces the sale of Sig Cox Heating and Air Conditioning based in Augusta, Georgia to JSM Family Holdings Corporation. Sig Cox has been a premier provider of…
In November of 2021, SCBIO named James Chappell as the organization’s new President and Chief Executive Officer. South Carolina life sciences has seen a near-doubling of firms and 40% increase…
Governor’s executive order shines spotlight on how funds are spent Governor Henry McMaster issued Executive Order 2022-19, which directs state agencies to disclose online detailed information about the entities who are…
Proposals Due August 12, 2022 The Columbia Chamber’s flagship leadership program, Leadership Columbia, is requesting proposals for the LC Class of 2023 class project. Each year, the LC Class chooses a…
David S. Pankau has been named chairman of the board effective April 21, 2022, and Michael J. Mizeur has been named president and CEO of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina…
Borealis Global Advisory and CarbonCents were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) Member Companies. Infinity Collar and SiteMarker received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching, access…
South Carolina’s Hammock Coast® has a full slate of Independence Day activities for locals and tourists alike as Americans celebrate the freedoms they enjoy. Whether people are in search of…
Let’s Go Go Go with Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Don’t miss this high energy song and dance summer spectacular LIVE on the Town Theatre stage. Disco, calypso, rap,…
Michael W. Tighe, a founding member of Callison Tighe & Robinson, will be profiled in a special section in SCBIZ Magazine as among those recognized on the new “2022 Power…
SC Biz News has included Josh Vann, a partner with Morton & Gettys law firm, to their new “Power List – Real Estate Attorneys.” Josh’s law practice is focused on…
Welvista announces that William “Bo” McMillan has been appointed as Welvista’s new Chairman to lead its 15-person Board of Directors. McMillan succeeds Brian Blackwelder, who will continue to serve on…
Expedition began at Oconee State Park By Alex Junes-Ward DR. TOM MULLIKIN, S.C. SENATOR THOMAS ALEXANDER, S.C. REP. BILL SANDIFER, and other dignitaries and outdoor adventure enthusiasts kicked off the…
U.S. House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn issued the following statement on Ketanji Brown Jackson’s swearing in as the first African American woman to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court:“The…
Jacob A. Flowers has joined Collins & Lacy’s Columbia office as an associate in the Construction and Transportation practice groups. Flowers received his Bachelor’s in Business Administration in Finance from…
Meetings will discuss revisions to County’s Land Development Code and zoning map The County’s Planning Commission has set a tentative schedule for additional work sessions to discuss rewriting the County’s…
EdVenture’s Super Hero Summer – Community Heroes Saturdays Summer is here at EdVenture and we’re bringing the fun all summer long with our Super Summer Series! For four select Saturdays from…
Join Us for a Celebration of Local Law Enforcement Officers WHAT: Fun Patrol with Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott WHEN: 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, July 6 WHERE: Richland Library Main (1431…
At the regularly scheduled meeting on June 28, 2022, the Richland Two Board of Trustees elected new board officers – Chair, Vice Chair and Secretary – as required by Board…
Four school leaders from across the state have been selected by the South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA) as 2022 Lifetime Achievement Award winners. This year, Mr. Timothy Hopkins,…
Flock and Rally announced that award-winning graphic designer and artist Cait Maloney has joined the agency’s team as senior art director. Serving as an agency contractor since 2014, Maloney has…
Samantha E. Albrecht, an employment lawyer who’s practiced in Columbia for over five years, has joined Burnette Shutt & McDaniel. She represents clients in a range of employment law cases,…
A book that encapsulates a band still beloved by legions of fans, Swimming with the Blowfish is much more—an unpretentious, emotional story of one man’s spiritual path to a more fruitful life.…
Katie Couric’s memoir, “Going There,” gives readers a delightful and amazingly honest narrative about not only her personal life but also many of the national and international news stories from…
By Jeff Becraft Last week, I had the tremendous opportunity to speak at a retreat for a children’s home. I was the one who spoke at the evening sessions.…
After successful operations in June the City of Columbia continues the exciting summer initiative Food Truck Fridays. Beginning on July 1, there will be new food vendors and the food…
Samsung Electronics Home Appliances America (SEHA) today celebrates its fifth anniversary in Newberry County, South Carolina. SEHA hosted a special event Tuesday to mark the milestone occasion including special guests…
WHO: Councilwoman Aditi Bussells, Columbia Police Chief William ‘Skip’ Holbrook, Columbia Police Department officers, Parks and Recreation staff and Serve and Connect. WHAT: The City of Columbia and Columbia Police Department have…
Michael Amiridis, who becomes 30th president of the University of South Carolina on July 1, has been named to the Carnegie Corporation of New York’s annual list of Great Immigrants.…
U.S. Senators Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.)’s successful push to reform FEMA policies that discriminated against Black homeowners has helped tens of thousands of people get the help…
Richland One’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) Coordinator Dr. Beyonka Wider received the 2022 South Carolina Association of Career and Technology Education Administrator of the Year Award at the S.C.…
South Carolina veterans’ military pay is now exempt from all state income taxes Governor Henry McMaster today was joined by S.C. Department of Veterans’ Affairs Secretary William Grimsley, members of…
The SC Bar is featuring multiple attorneys and a judge for their efforts in helping set up the state’s sixth homeless court in Rock Hill. Attorneys raising the bar include…
William Jack McElveen, Jr. has been named to the First Reliance Bank Board of Directors. Before his retirement, McElveen served as the bank’s Executive Vice President and Chief Credit Officer.…
In further proof of efforts to address the Upstate’s well-documented deficit in affordable housing, a 72-unit apartment community is taking shape in Mauldin, as a dedicated group of developers, community…
Colliers’ industrial brokerage team to handle leasing and marketing for the development Local developers Saxe Gotha Spec, LLC announced plans for a 43,750-square-foot speculative industrial building on Old Wire Road…
ACEC-SC guides lawmakers on critical state infrastructure projects, funding allocation Through the launch of its Infrastructure Works (IW) initiative, the American Council of Engineering Companies of South Carolina (ACEC-SC) will…
Students from the Midlands Technical College Building Construction Technology program won a gold medal at the SkillsUSA National Competition this past Friday night (pictures below). This marks the first time…