Columbia SC Visitors Center launches online store

October 27, 2020

The Columbia SC Visitors Center, located at the corner of Gervais and Lincoln Streets and operated by Experience Columbia SC, officially launches an online store today. Merchandise available for purchase…

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Continental Tire the Americas, LLC expanding headquarters in Lancaster County

October 27, 2020

Company Investing More Than $20 Million into the Expansion Continental Tire the Americas, LLC (Continental), a manufacturer and distributer of premium tires, today announced plans to expand the company’s Lancaster…

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

October 27, 2020

The Columbia Museum of Art announces five new members elected to serve on its board of trustees for the 2020 – 2021 term: Mr. Charles L. Aiken, Mrs. Alicia Barnes,…

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New free and painless COVID-19 testing site opens Wednesday at Central Carolina Technical College in Sumter

October 27, 2020

Testing opens at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28. Book an appointment at www.tourhealth.com. Beginning Wednesday, Oct. 28, residents and visitors can receive free and painless COVID-19 testing at a drive-through…

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Presbyterian College awarded $500,000 to fund biomedical research

October 27, 2020

Presbyterian College is one of only 15 primarily undergraduate institutions in South Carolina to be awarded a grant supporting biomedical research. The $500,000 award from the National Institutes of Health…

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Southern First reports results for third quarter 2020

October 27, 2020

Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three- and nine-month period ended September 30, 2020. “I am proud…

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Compassionate Communication

October 27, 2020

By Kara Gormley Meador NP Strategy   While my home base is no longer a cubical inside a television newsroom where eight monitors blast shows from all of the major…

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The Surgery Center at Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery earns Blue Distinction® Center+ Designation for Quality and Cost-Efficiency in Spine Surgery

October 27, 2020

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina has selected The Surgery Center at Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery as a Blue Distinction Center+ for Spine Surgery, as part of the Blue Distinction Specialty…

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Sylvan Learning providing discount on Homework Support until Election Day

October 27, 2020

Sylvan Learning Center locations across the Midlands are providing discounts on their Homework Support package until Election Day. Sylvan’s Homework Support is led by certified teachers, who already have an…

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MEBA’s Virtual Career Fairs

October 27, 2020

Create career connections with students in the Midlands by sharing your career pathway. Please consider participating in one or both of MEBA’s virtual career fairs: “Careers in Our Community” for…

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Mayor Steve Benjamin presents Keys to the City to former owners of Yesterday’s Restaurant

October 27, 2020

In Recognition of the Restaurant’s Decades of Economic & Cultural Contributions to Five Points & City of Columbia On Tuesday, October 27 Mayor Steve Benjamin will present the Keys to…

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Richland Library Southeast makes service adjustment on 11/3

October 26, 2020

Richland Library is announcing our Southeast location (7421 Garners Ferry Road) will serve as a polling place for the 2020 General Election, and in the interest of public safety, library…

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Dynamic Agent Duo Britt Cannon and Mike Kijak Join The ART of Real Estate

October 26, 2020

The ART of Real Estate announced Britt Cannon and Mike Kijak have joined the company’s Lake Murray office. Britt and Mike are a dynamic pair of real estate professionals that…

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Transportation Penny Advisory Committee to Meet Virtually

October 23, 2020

Richland County will hold a virtual Transportation Penny Advisory Committee meeting at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26. Those who wish to participate in the public input portion of the meeting…

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Jasmine Smith to participate in Riley Institute’s Diversity Leaders Initiative

October 23, 2020

Jasmine Smith, an attorney with Robinson Gray, has been named to the Fall 2020 class of the Riley Institute’s Diversity Leaders Initiative. The Riley Institute at Furman started the DLI…

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Hear from award-winning writer about finding joy amid mental health struggles

October 23, 2020

Join Richland Library and hear from an award-winning writer during Meet the Author: Jenny Lawson from 7 – 8:30 p.m., Friday, November 6. Please register at richlandlibrary.com or call 803-799-9084…

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RSVP Carolinas poised to celebrate 20-year anniversary

October 23, 2020

An upcoming 20th business anniversary, a new home base for the company, and a strong growth plan have recently brought RSVP Carolinas providers Greg and Nancy Kilgore to Greenville. Poised…

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Richland Library announces browsing & computer use options, starting 10/26

October 23, 2020

As Richland Library continues to thoughtfully and intentionally expand services across our system, we’re preparing to safely offer options for browsing and computer use, starting Monday, October 26. Outdoor browsing…

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RCSD chosen for rapid COVID-testing pilot program

October 22, 2020

By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD) was selected by the S.C. Dept. of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) to be the pilot agency for a…

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LS3P’S Bria Prioleau Wigfall wins AIA South Carolina Associates Award

October 22, 2020

LS3P is pleased to congratulate Columbia’s Bria Prioleau Wigfall, Associate AIA, APA, on winning the 2020 American Institute of Architects (AIA) South Carolina Associates Award. This distinction recognizes Associate AIA…

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Terminix warns about COVID-19 effects on rodent Behavior

October 22, 2020

While the cooler temperatures of fall and winter typically increase the number of rodent infestations, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and lack of primary food sources are also impacting the behavior…

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DHEC, UofSC, to lead year-long initiative to evaluate COVID-19 infection and immunity over time

October 22, 2020

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and the University of South Carolina (UofSC) are leading an extensive initiative to fortify the state’s response to COVID-19. This science-guided,…

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USDA invests $62 million in rural South Carolina electric infrastructure

October 22, 2020

Highlights Record Investments in FY 2020 Investments to Benefit 1.4 Million Rural Residents and Businesses in 25 States U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today announced that the U.S. Department…

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The ART of Real Estate welcomes Nick Clark

October 22, 2020

The ART of Real Estate announced Nick Clark has joined the company as Associate Agent at their Lake Murray office. Most recently a REALTORⓇ in the Virginia residential market, Clark…

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Over $330,000 raised in Michelin’s Virtual Charity Golf Tournament

October 22, 2020

Michelin hosts virtual fundraiser to benefit 10 charity partners Over $9 million raised through Michelin’s annual charity golf tournament over the past 31 years Michelin North America, Inc., has raised…

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Russian media trolls spread disinformation

October 22, 2020

Over the last several years, Russian social media trolls have been skilled in peddling misinformation campaigns to divide the American public. That’s the message Capital Rotarians heard from guest speaker…

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Mayor Benjamin to visit Doing The Most Good Academy at The Salvation Army of the Midlands

October 22, 2020

Mayor Benjamin will visit the Doing The Most Good Academy at The Salvation Army Center for Worship and Service on Thursday, October 22 at 1:30pm. “We look forward to Mayor…

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United Community Banks, Inc. reports third quarter results

October 21, 2020

United Community Banks, Inc. reported third quarter financial results, including solid year-over-year loan and deposit growth and record operating efficiency. United delivered net income of $47.6 million and pre-tax pre-provision…

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First Community Corporation announces third quarter results and cash dividend

October 21, 2020

First Community Corporation (Nasdaq:  FCCO), the holding company for First Community Bank, reported net income for the third quarter of 2020 of $2.652 million as compared to $2.898 million in the third quarter of…

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County seeks input on Neighborhood Plan for Northeast Richland

October 21, 2020

Residents of Northeast Richland have an opportunity to weigh in on plans for the area’s future. In fall 2019, Richland County began work on a neighborhood plan for the Sandhills…

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CompTIA ITF+ exam prep for high school students is now offered at IT-oLogy

October 21, 2020

IT-oLogy is now offering online, instructor-led exam preparation for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals Certification for high school students in grades 11 and 12. Students will not only gain access to…

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CIU Chaplaincy Professor honored with national award

October 21, 2020

As Columbia International University Chaplaincy Professor Dr. Mike Langston sat in the back of the meeting room, he thought it was rather strange that no one gave him an itinerary…

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Register online for the The Salvation Army Christmas Toy Assistance

October 21, 2020

Registration for The Salvation Army of the Midlands Christmas Assistance program begins online Monday, October 19 through Friday, October 30. Register at SAAngelTree.org. No invitation code necessary. Limited number of…

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Richland Library announces partnership to distribute face masks at three locations

October 21, 2020

In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, Richland Library is partnering with Richland County Councilwoman Allison Terracio to distribute 2,000 face masks within her district. Starting Wednesday, October…

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Phase 1 of Smart Reef System installed off S.C. coast

October 21, 2020

Partnership between S.C. Floodwater Commission and Coastal Carolina University will generate offshore and marine information in real time PHASE ONE of a sensor-laden “smart [ocean] reef” system capable of gathering…

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Scott and Company’s Richard Bhola joins South Carolina Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors

October 20, 2020

Scott and Company LLC, one of South Carolina’s leading accounting, tax, and consulting firms, is pleased to announce that Richard Bhola has joined the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce Board of…

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Turner Padget boosts insurance practice in Columbia

October 20, 2020

Turner Padget announced the addition of Abigail “Abby” Bray as an associate in its Insurance Coverage & Bad Faith practice in Columbia. Bray represents insurers, including policyholders and carriers, with…

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Low-cost carrier to begin service at CAE this December

October 20, 2020

Silver Airways has announced they would begin service out of Columbia Metropolitan Airport, Thursday, December 17, 2020. The low-cost carrier, offering fares as low as $49 one way for the…

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Crawford Prezioso of Colliers International finds new location for Chosen Uno Training in Columbia

October 20, 2020

Colliers International | South Carolina Brokerage Associate Crawford Prezioso represented Chosen Uno Training Facility LLC in leasing 1,100 square feet at 2627 Millwood Avenue in Columbia. “Gyms and workout spaces…

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The ART of Real Estate expands with new location – The Lake Murray Studio

October 20, 2020

The ART of Real Estate announces the opening of their newest location, The Lake Murray Studio. Located close to the Lake Murray Dam in Lexington, this location will serve clients…

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Cola Concerts announces initial lineup of shows at Columbia Speedway Entertainment Center

October 20, 2020

Tickets To Go On Sale Friday, October 23 at 10:00 AM Cola Concerts is bringing music back to Columbia with a star studded lineup to kick off the new series…

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City of Columbia Economic Development receives Excellence in Economic Development Award from the International Economic Development Council 

October 20, 2020

City of Columbia Economic Development (CED) won a silver category award for its ChooseColumbiaSC, a project in the General Purpose Website category of the International Economic Development Council’s 2020 Excellence in Economic Development Awards Program. The honor…

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Four new TourHealth sites offer free COVID-19 testing in South Carolina

October 20, 2020

Testing in Florence begins Wednesday, Oct. 21 with other sites opening Oct. 28 and Nov. 11 TourHealth, a comprehensive COVID-19 testing solution, will begin testing individuals this month at four…

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Doko, the film festival for high schoolers, goes all-virtual for 2021

October 20, 2020

In its third year, the Doko Film Fest is going completely virtual. The film competition for students aged 14 to 18 – the first such event for high school-aged filmmakers…

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Haley Saxby joins Robinson Gray law firm as associate

October 20, 2020

Haley Saxby has joined Robinson Gray law firm as an associate. Her practice will focus on premises liability, automobile and trucking torts, insurance coverage, and products liability. Haley grew up…

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PCT Ltd. received $400,000 in financing for expansion of Annihilyzer® Infection Control Systems and Other Products Amidst Increased COVID-19 Case Reports

October 20, 2020

LITTLE RIVER, SC – PCT LTD announced that it has received $400,000 in funding from California based RB Capital Partners, Inc. RB Capital has provided funding to the Company in…

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Captive Review names Bauknight, Pietras & Stormer the Top Tax Advisory Firm in the U.S.

October 20, 2020

Each year, the brightest stars in the captive insurance industry gather in Vermont to celebrate those chosen as the tops in their field by Captive Review, a leading online and…

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Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy selects new admissions director

October 20, 2020

Leigh Lanford returned to Presbyterian College to serve as the admissions director at the PC School of Pharmacy. Lanford graduated from PC in 1998. “I look forward to working with…

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Midlands Region COVID-19 Testing Opportunities October 19-October 25

October 19, 2020

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is providing regular updates for COVID-19 testing opportunities in your region. COVID-19 testing opportunities in the Midlands (Aiken, Barnwell, Edgefield,…

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City of Columbia accepting nominations for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards

October 19, 2020

The City of Columbia is accepting nominations for the 2021 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards. The Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards program recognizes exemplary displays of committed…

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