The 2023 Cottontown Art Crawl artist application is now available

October 19, 2022

The beautiful, historic neighborhood, Cottontown, in downtown Columbia will be hosting its fifth annual Art Crawl on Saturday, March 11, 2023 from 10 am to 4 pm. The rain date…

Comporium promotes Brian Hovis to Vice President of Business Sales

October 19, 2022

ROCK HILL, SC – Comporium announced that Brian Hovis has been promoted to Vice President of Business Sales. Hovis now will be responsible for executing the company’s business sales strategy…

GSSM names the Honorable Jay Lucas as 2023 Townes Award recipient

October 19, 2022

The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) has named the Honorable Jay Lucas as the 2023 recipient of the school’s prestigious Townes Award. Rep. Lucas, who recently…

Cason Development Group offering new commercial space in Forest Acres

October 19, 2022

Cason Development Group announces the start of construction on a 14,700-square-foot commercial building at 1514 Brentwood Drive in Forest Acres. The building is the second phase of a mixed-use project…

Wingard’s Market Holiday Soiree – Nov 4-5

October 19, 2022

Wingard’s Market will host their Holiday Soiree and Open House on Friday, November 4th from 9 AM to 6 PM and Saturday, November 5th from 9 AM – 5 PM.…

ColaJazz Co-hosts 90th Birthday Celebration and Concert for Drink Small

October 19, 2022

The ColaJazz Foundation (ColaJazz) is co-hosting “A Shot of the Blues, Drink Small: 90 Proof” to celebrate Drink Small’s 90th birthday at the Koger Center for the Arts on Wednesday,…

Annual Christmas in Cayce – Dec 1-3

October 19, 2022

The City of Cayce announced its family-fun Christmas in Cayce events, featuring the Christmas in Cayce Drive-Thru, Carols Along the Riverwalk and Christmas Traditions Holiday Open House, December 1-3rd. Christmas…

ROI Commercial facilitates the sale of 6+ acres in Aiken for $2.1 Million

October 19, 2022

ROI Commercial brokers and principals, Sherri Burriss and George Meetze, represented the seller in the sale of a 6.06-acre former auto dealership located at 136 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Aiken. ROI…

Craig Morgan coming to the Midlands

October 19, 2022

Award winning, TV personality, chart-topping, country music singer-songwriter, Craig Morgan, is bringing the party to Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (HT@ MTC). In town for one night only, put…

Columbia Metropolitan Airport, first airport in state to launch Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program

October 18, 2022

The Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) announced that beginning Monday, October 24th the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program will be launching at CAE – a new in-terminal initiative for passengers with hidden disabilities.…

Nexsen Pruet earns diversity, equity, and inclusion certification

October 18, 2022

Diversity Lab announced today that Nexsen Pruet has achieved Mansfield Rule 5.0 Certification. All Mansfield-certified firms have completed a 12-month collaboration with Diversity Lab with built-in measurement, transparency, and accountability.…

Niagara Pharmaceuticals establishing operations in Cherokee County

October 18, 2022

$9 million investment will create 45 new jobs Niagara Pharmaceuticals, a manufacturer of eye health and safety products, today announced plans to establish its first United States operation in Cherokee…

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster proclaims October 20, 2022, as Lights on Afterschool Day 

October 18, 2022

South Carolina Afterschool Alliance (SCAA) announced that Governor Henry McMaster has proclaimed Oct. 20, 2022, as Lights on Afterschool Day. In the proclamation, Gov. McMaster encourages all South Carolinians to…

Gary T. Pope Jr, public finance attorney at Pope Flynn, earns SCEDA Institute Certificate

October 18, 2022

Gary T. Pope Jr, a public finance attorney with Pope Flynn, a Columbia-headquartered law firm concentrating in public finance and governmental law, has completed a year-long program with the South…

For soldier Glen Inabinet, Vietnam was full of surprises – Lunch and Learn Friday, Oct. 21

October 18, 2022

For Glen Inabinet, serving as a soldier in Vietnam, 1969-70, was just one new experience after another – experiences for which he had not been trained. He had trained as…

Lexington District One announces 2021–22 SC School Report Card results

October 18, 2022

The South Carolina Department of Education released the 2021–22 S.C. School Report Card on Monday, Oct. 17, detailing school performance in areas such as graduation rates, student achievement and school…

37th Annual Vista Lights presented by Prisma Health to be held November 17

October 18, 2022

The Congaree Vista Guild will host its 37th annual Vista Lights on Thursday, November 17 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. The family-friendly holiday event is presented by Prisma Health…

South Carolina releases 2022 Report Cards for schools

October 18, 2022

The SC Department of Education (SCDE) and the SC Education Oversight Committee (EOC) released the 2022 School Report Cards, the first cards to contain ratings since 2019. The Report Cards,…

SC Ports developing near-dock rail at the Port of Charleston

October 18, 2022

With support from South Carolina elected leaders, South Carolina Ports will soon have near-dock rail and an inner-harbor barge operation to ensure fluidity and capacity for the Southeast supply chain.…

Midlands Technical College announces $0 tuition and fees for Spring 2023

October 17, 2022

Midlands Technical College (MTC) is offering $0 tuition and fees this Spring Semester for eligible students. By choosing to attend MTC, students can save up $40,000 per year compared to…

Colliers brokers ±89,284-square-foot lease at Synergy in Columbia

October 17, 2022

Colliers | South Carolina’s Allen Wilkerson, SIOR, CCIM and Henry Roe represented BV DRP Synergy LLC in the lease renewal of ±89,284 square feet of office space to the South…

Stantec expands Community Development and Water teams in South Carolina

October 17, 2022

Stantec, a leading global design and engineering firm, has welcomed two professionals to its growing Water and Community Development practices in Charleston and Columbia. Brendon Wilson has joined Stantec’s Charleston…

No more Mr. “Mice” Guy: Terminix promotes public knowledge on possible infestations during Terminix Rodent Awareness Week

October 17, 2022

According to the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), October 16-23, 2022 is Rodent Awareness Week, an annual acknowledgment to boost greater awareness of the threats that rodents pose to property…

701 CCA announces new Executive Director

October 17, 2022

701 Center for Contemporary Art announced that Caitlin Bright has been appointed as its new Executive Director. “We are pleased that Caitlin will be joining us as we enter into…

NAACP honors Midlands Technical College President with Excellence in Education Award

October 14, 2022

Midlands Technical College (MTC) President Dr. Ronald L. Rhames has been bestowed the Excellence in Education Award from the NAACP Columbia Chapter. The honor recognizes the significant contribution an educator…

Free Medical Clinic of Newberry County named winner of David W. Robinson Catalyst Award by Central Carolina Community Foundation

October 13, 2022

The Free Medical Clinic of Newberry County has been named this year’s David W. Robinson Catalyst Award winner by Central Carolina Community Foundation. “The Free Medical Clinic’s commitment to supporting…

Sheriff’s Department flooded with notes of praise from Blythewood community

October 13, 2022

Parents, teachers, and students overwhelmed by speed and precision of RCSD response By W. Thomas Smith Jr. In the wake of a “report of shots fired” hoax at Blythewood High…

The Feared Invader

October 13, 2022

By Tom Poland Let’s talk invasive species. One will bite you. You can bite the other. You can eat it, but given time it will entomb all you possess. Fire…

The Main Street District celebrates 21st Anniversary & Chairman’s Awards will be presented at the annual meeting

October 13, 2022

The Main Street District will hold its 21st Annual Meeting and Celebration on Monday, November 7 at 5:30 pm in the Bourbon Lounge, located at 1214 Main Street. Join us…

Comporium and York Electric Complete first phase of buildout

October 13, 2022

1Gbps Internet Now Available to over 2,100 Customers in Western York County ROCK HILL, SC – Comporium and YEC have completed the first of three phases of their joint effort…

South Carolina Air National Guard extends operations at Columbia Metropolitan Airport

October 13, 2022

The South Carolina Air National Guard’s 169th Fighter Wing, which has been operating out of the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) since April due to runway renovations at McEntire Joint National Guard…

Entrepreneur Minute – Matt Vaadi, guHRoo

October 13, 2022

The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…

LC School District 55 to Host Education Career Fair

October 12, 2022

Laurens County School District 55 will host an Education Career Fair on October 20 in hopes of filling many open positions. They are hiring a School Psychologist, Speech Language Professional,…

Wallick Institutional welcomes Eric Blake

October 12, 2022

Nationally-ranked Wallick Investments, LLC, a South Carolina-based registered investment advisory firm, is proud to announce that Mr. Eric Blake, a senior risk management operations analyst with TD Bank, has joined…

Richland County Recreation Commission hosts Skills and Drills Combine with the Richland County High School Player of the Year Nominees

October 12, 2022

Join the Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC) for a Skills and Drills Combine with the Richland County High School Player of the Year Nominees. This free 2-hour football combine-style clinic…

Lexington One Educational Foundation awards grants for Computer Science Immersion Schools

October 12, 2022

The Lexington County School District One Educational Foundation recently awarded a $10,000 STEM Grant to support each of Lexington District One’s Computer Science Immersion Schools at the elementary level. New…

Next-Gen electric vehicle company Dash EV establishing operations in Greenville County

October 12, 2022

Carsharing pioneer to create at least 10 new jobs as it establishes headquarters Dash EV, an innovative electric car company, announced plans to establish operations in Greenville County. The company’s…

Nephron Nitrile hosts National Manufacturing Day

October 12, 2022

National Associational of Manufacturers, The Manufacturing Institute, Nephron Hosting Creators Wanted For Second Straight Year Last Friday, October 7, the team at Nephron Pharmaceuticals including CEO Lou Kennedy hosted a…

Deadline nears to apply for ARPA funding through Richland County

October 12, 2022

Applications must be complete to be considered for available grant dollars Organizations in Richland County impacted by COVID-19 have until this Friday, Oct. 14 to apply for emergency federal funding…

United Way of the Midlands receives $75,000 grant from the Nord Family Foundation

October 12, 2022

The Nord Family Foundation awarded United Way of the Midlands $75,000 to raise awareness of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and resilience, continue parent engagement programming for caregivers, support the operations…

McCrory wins national design-build award and regional best project award for SC manufacturing facility

October 11, 2022

McCrory Construction has been honored with two separate project recognition awards – one national and one regional – for its single-source delivery of a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Anderson, S.C.,…

The Big Red Barn Retreat receives $25,000 grant from Truist Foundation to fund the Warrior PATHH program for Veterans and First Responders

October 11, 2022

The Big Red Barn Retreat is honored to announce it received a $25,000 grant from the Truist Foundation on July 5th, 2022 to support the Warrior PATHH program for veterans…

Cheryl Holland, President of Abacus Planning Group, to lead 2022-23 Midlands Go Red for Women® Movement

October 11, 2022

Community leader to chair American Heart Association’s initiative to improve women’s heart health The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization devoted to world of healthier lives for all,…

Mary Winter Teaster of Colliers brokers the sale of historic 2001 Park Street

October 11, 2022

Colliers | South Carolina’s Mary Winter Teaster represented Lumbergates, LLC in the sale of 2001 Park Street, an ±1,848-square-foot historic home-turned-office to Holler Garner Law Firm. 2001 Park Street is…

First Reliance Bank recognized as a Top 100 workplace by the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption

October 11, 2022

First Reliance Bank has been recognized in the Top 100 workplaces by the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, a national, nonprofit public charity dedicated to finding forever families for children…

Voorhees University partnership receives grant totaling nearly $6 million to improve teaching and learning

October 11, 2022

Voorhees University and its partners have received a grant totaling nearly $6 million from the U.S. Department of Education to prepare teachers to improve learning outcomes for students. The grant,…

Partial backcountry closures planned for weekdays in October

October 10, 2022

Congaree National Park staff are planning wildlife management operations in backcountry areas on several weekdays from October 11 through October 27, 2022. Several backcountry areas will be closed to anglers,…

TD Bank Partners with PGA REACH Carolinas Foundation

October 10, 2022

Partnership to Focus on Enhanced Opportunities for Disabled Veterans Through Golf TD Bank has partnered with the PGA REACH Carolinas Foundation to enhance opportunities for disabled Veterans.   PGA REACH Carolinas…

Conservation Commission grant bridges gaps at Harbison State Forest

October 10, 2022

Application period for funding to reopen Dec. 1 Thanks to a grant from the Richland County Conservation Commission (RCCC), volunteers with a local organization recently finished replacing four aging bridges…

Application process open for Hospitality Tax Grant Funding round two

October 10, 2022

Fiscal Year 2022/2023 The City of Columbia is now accepting applications for Hospitality Tax Grant Funding for the second round of 2022/2023 Fiscal Year projects/events need to take place in…