DHEC updates teacher quarantine guidance to align with healthcare workers

January 17, 2022

Today, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced it was updating its official guidance for the quarantining of teachers and other school staff who have been exposed to…

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Lecture to explore effect of Sherman’s March to the Sea on southern home front

January 17, 2022

UPDATE: This lecture has been cancelled as of Jan. 20, 2022. We all know what Gen. William Tecumseh Sherman said about it later: “War is hell.” Earlier, a critical strategic…

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Resource Financial builds on Ocrolus to automate residential mortgage processing

January 15, 2022

Ocrolus, the only automation platform that analyzes financial documents with over 99 percent accuracy, and Resource Financial Services, a leading independent mortgage banker serving the Southeastern United States, announced a…

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Carolina Land Company Sells Ware Shoals, SC Land

January 15, 2022

Carolina Land Company recently represented the seller of 18.98 acres on Hwy 25 Business in Ware Shoals, SC in the sale of his family property. The buyer, a Greenville County…

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Relic Room to commemorate the Revolution as it was fought in South Carolina

January 15, 2022

More American Revolution battles were fought in South Carolina than in any other state. Did you know that? Come out to the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum…

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School District Five names Dr. Akil E. Ross, Sr. permanent superintendent

January 14, 2022

Lexington-Richland School District Five Board of Trustees voted to hire Dr. Akil E. Ross, Sr. as the district’s permanent superintendent. Ross has been serving as interim superintendent since July. The…

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Amiridis named 30th president of University of South Carolina

January 14, 2022

Former provost returns to South Carolina after leading University of Illinois Chicago Michael Amiridis has been named the 30th president of the University of South Carolina. Amiridis was selected during a…

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What’s in store for IoT in 2022?

January 14, 2022

By Kevin Wentzel, Kopis The IoT industry went for a wild ride last year as there was a major slowdown in innovation and products getting to market due to chip…

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The ART of Real Estate welcomes Jay Bartos as Associate Agent

January 14, 2022

The ART of Real Estate is pleased to announce that Jay Bartos has joined their Columbia Studio as an Associate Agent. Before entering the world of Real Estate, Jay worked…

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How to Buy a Car in 2022: Navigating The Automobile Shortage

January 14, 2022

By Mike DuBose The COVID-19 pandemic has had dramatic and wide-ranging impacts on the United States and the world as a whole. Most people are traveling, going to events, and…

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SAFE Federal Credit Union members get nearly $1.5 Million in bonus dividends and loan interest rebates

January 13, 2022

SAFE Federal Credit Union members received annual bonus dividends and interest rebates on December 31 totaling nearly $1.5 million. The 2021 bonus marked the 25th anniversary of SAFE’s Member Giveback Program.…

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Battle at BullStreet tickets on-sale tomorrow 

January 13, 2022

Clemson vs South Carolina at Segra Park tickets to go on sale 10 am Friday  The Columbia Fireflies, Experience Columbia SC Sports, the University of South Carolina Athletics Department and…

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City to hold drive-thru food drive as a community service project/ national day of service

January 13, 2022

Who: Join District Two Councilman Edward McDowell, Jr., City of Columbia Officials, Richland School District One and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Foundation January 17, 2022 as a community service…

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Dominion Energy shares energy-saving tips to reduce winter heating costs

January 13, 2022

With winter well underway, Dominion Energy is providing easy, straightforward tips to help customers manage their energy use during the colder months. “Colder outside temperatures this time of year mean…

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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces settlement with student loan servicer Navient

January 13, 2022

Settlement includes $1.7 billion in debt cancellation; South Carolina borrowers will receive over $20 million in relief. Attorney General Alan Wilson announced today that Navient, known as one of the…

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Fiber Industries expanding operations in Darlington County

January 13, 2022

More than $30 million investment to create over 50 new jobs Fiber Industries, a leading American textiles manufacturer, today announced plans to expand operations in Darlington County. The company’s more…

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Trustus Theatre presents tick, tick… BOOM!

January 13, 2022

The rock musical returns to the Thigpen Main Stage in February Trustus Theatre brings back the rock musical tick, tick… BOOM! to the Thigpen Main Stage for the first time…

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Hammock Coast golf courses earn national accolades from GolfWeek, GolfPass

January 13, 2022

South Carolina’s Hammock Coast™ has long been regarded as one of America’s premier golf destinations, and two of the game’s most respected media outlets have added to the area’s accolades,…

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TD Bank names Joe Pearson Relationship Manager

January 13, 2022

TD Bank has named Joe Pearson as Relationship Manager, serving the Midlands and Pee Dee markets of South Carolina. In his role, Pearson will be responsible for enhancing existing commercial…

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SeamonWhiteside introduces new Women’s Initiative Steering Committee

January 13, 2022

SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service land design firm throughout the Carolinas, is introducing the six women leading the firm’s new company-wide Women’s Initiative, which was created this year as a step…

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Let’s Put South Carolina First

January 13, 2022

By John Boyanoski, Rosylin Weston and Chip Felkel The State of South Carolina has roughly $6 billion dollars in relatively unexpected money to spend in the next five years due…

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Law enforcement’s force multipliers

January 13, 2022

The Richland County Sheriff’s Department’s Reserve Deputy program By Marie Waldrop TEN YEARS AGO, Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott established the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) Reserve Deputy Program to…

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2022 Cottontown Art Crawl

January 13, 2022

The fourth annual Cottontown Art Crawl will welcome 115 artists to show and sell their original work in the downtown Columbia neighborhood. The event will be held on Saturday, March…

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MycoWorks establishing operations in Union County

January 13, 2022

$107 million investment to create 400 new jobs MycoWorks, a biotechnology company that specializes in mycelium-grown materials for use as sustainable, luxury-quality leather alternatives, today announced plans to establish operations…

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Situational de-escalation and escalation of force for law enforcement tactical teams

January 13, 2022

The primary challenge for the Richland County Sheriff’s Department Special Response Team going into 2022 By W. Thomas Smith Jr. As 2022 is surely poised to bring about new –…

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Colliers represents Reger Holdings in the disposition of 361,526-square-foot industrial building in Orangeburg

January 12, 2022

COLUMBIA/CHARLESTON, SC – Colliers | South Carolina’s Chuck Salley, SIOR, Dave Mathews, SIOR, Thomas Beard and John Peebles represented Reger Holdings LLC in the disposition of a 361,526-square-foot industrial building at…

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Chief Buildings establishing operations in Lancaster County

January 12, 2022

$22.1 million investment will create 102 new jobs over the next five years​​​​​​​ Chief Buildings, a subsidiary of Chief Industries, Inc. and a premier metal building system manufacturer, today announced plans to…

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Plans underway for CIU’s new Bachelor of Science in Nursing this fall

January 12, 2022

Applications are being accepted for Columbia International University’s new faith-integrated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program that begins classes in August, pending approval from the State Board of Nursing.…

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Healthy Learners welcomes new Board members and installs new officers

January 12, 2022

Emily Blayton and Matthew Roberts Join the Board of Trustees  Healthy Learners announces the addition of Emily Blayton and Matthew Roberts to the Healthy Learners Board of Trustees, as well…

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Community COVID-19 testing closed at Prisma Health Richland Hospital

January 12, 2022

Prisma Health Richland Hospital will close drive-through Community Testing for COVID-19 on the hospital campus. The last day of drive-through Community Testing on the hospital campus will be today, Wednesday,…

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USC Columbia Technology Incubator awarded $50,000 grant to increase support of women-owned businesses in SC through 3PhaseSC 

January 12, 2022

The USC Columbia Technology Incubator has been awarded $50,000 as a part of the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Growth Accelerator Fund Competition (GAFC) to support the 3PhaseSC pre-SBIR/STTR accelerator. The…

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Companion Life maintains A+ financial strength rating for 20th consecutive year

January 12, 2022

AM Best, the largest independent credit rating agency in the world specializing in the insurance industry, recognized Companion Life Insurance Company with a rating of A+. This is the 20th…

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Spring social skills groups and job training at The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment

January 12, 2022

Registration is open now for the spring semester of social skills groups and job training at The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment. The spring semester includes weekly in-person sessions at The…

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The ART of Real Estate announces promotion of Cole Warren to Market Manager

January 12, 2022

The ART of Real Estate announced Cole Warren has been named the company’s Market Manager. Warren joined The ART of Real Estate in 2019 as an Associate Agent with their…

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Shamrock Technologies, Inc. establishing operations in Laurens County

January 12, 2022

$19.4 million investment to create new growth opportunities Shamrock Technologies, Inc. (Shamrock), one of the world’s largest processors and developers of specialty natural and synthetic wax additives, today announced plans…

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GSSM’s Spark! and ENGAGE after school programs now accepting applications

January 11, 2022

The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is now accepting applications for its free after-school programs Spark! and ENGAGE. Students may apply online at scgssm.org/outreach. ENGAGE is a…

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School Board Recognition Month: celebrating local leaders

January 11, 2022

School Board Recognition Month: celebrating local leaders Each year during January the South Carolina School Boards Association joins with districts across the state to honor the work of local school…

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Application deadline for Richland One magnet programs set for Jan. 31

January 11, 2022

The deadline to apply to participate in a Richland One magnet program is set for Jan. 31. The application and information about Richland One Magnet Programs can be found on…

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Attorney General Alan Wilson works to stop international scam calls

January 11, 2022

Attorney General Alan Wilson today urged the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to put in place measures that will help stem the tide of foreign-based illegal robocalls that attempt to scam…

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Richland Library announces new Artist-In-Residence

January 11, 2022

Welcome Mary How, Artist, Board-Certified Art Therapist and Emotional Wellness Coach Richland Library continues providing unfettered access to programming, services, and resources, including mental health and mindfulness support. Please join us…

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County welcomes residents’ input on proposed redistricting

January 11, 2022

Richland County is making proposed redistricting maps available to residents online and in person, in order to get feedback on the maps before the new districts are finalized. This redistricting…

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Prisma Health strengthens primary care services across Midlands region

January 11, 2022

Community members should prioritize preventive care as part of their health and wellness.  Prisma Health has increased its primary care services capacity across the Midlands region adding 12 new physicians,…

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Solid Waste holding open interviews

January 11, 2022

Staff Shortage Causing Delays on Yard Trash Collection The City of Columbia Solid Waste Division is experiencing delays in yard trash collection due to several factors including a high number…

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GLOBAL ECO ADVENTURES names new president

January 11, 2022

Thomas Mullikin Jr. to lead the internationally recognized non-profit By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Thomas Mullikin, Jr., son of Dr. Tom Mullikin, chair of the S.C. Floodwater Commission, was named…

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Internship Fair takes place at Segra Park January 19 

January 11, 2022

The Columbia Fireflies will be hosting a pair of internship fairs Wednesday, January 19 from 9:30 am-11:30 am and 2:30 pm-4:30 pm. The team will take resumes for internships to…

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South Arts Fellows Exhibition at 701 Center for Contemporary Art

January 11, 2022

An exhibition series that in 2019 originated at 701 Center for Contemporary Art in Columbia, S.C., and is rapidly becoming the most important annual show of contemporary art made in…

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South Carolina Federal will merge with G.H.S. Federal Credit Union

January 11, 2022

South Carolina Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce its upcoming merger with G.H.S. Federal Credit Union after an affirmative member vote concluded on December 8, 2021. After the merger…

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Milliken & Company presents fourth-annual Milliken Honors

January 11, 2022

Now in its fourth year, Milliken & Company announces the 2021 Milliken Honors award recipients highlighting Milliken associates from around the globe who champion its five core company values. The…

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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Adair Patterson joins YMCA Camp Greenville Board of Advisors

January 11, 2022

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Adair Patterson was recently selected to serve on the Board of Advisors for YMCA Camp Greenville. “As an alumnus and longtime supporter of Camp…

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Riggs Partners announces 2022 CreateAthon® nonprofit clients

January 11, 2022

  Three South Carolina nonprofit organizations will be the beneficiaries of pro bono marketing and communication services provided by Riggs Partners during its 24th annual CreateAthon®. The marketing marathon will…

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