CAMS’ Tricia Ostendorff achieves 25 years as Certified Manager of Community Associations

September 29, 2021

Community Association Management Services (CAMS), an industry leader in association management throughout the Carolinas, announced that Tricia Ostendorff has achieved 25 years of holding her Certified Manager of Community Associations…

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Public invited to comment on state’s early childhood plan

September 29, 2021

The SC Early Childhood Advisory Council has released a draft plan for the state’s early childhood system The SC Early Childhood Advisory Council (ECAC) is requesting public comments on a…

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Columbia Urban League Young Professionals to host virtual At-large City Council panel at Sunrise Artisan Bath and Body

September 29, 2021

The Columbia Urban League Young Professionals (CULYPSC), will host a City Council At-large virtual forum, in partnership with “Sunrise Artisan Bath and Body” on Thursday, September 30, 2021, at 6:00…

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MTC Commission names Dr. Barry W. Russell as President Emeritus

September 29, 2021

The Midlands Technical College Commission has named Dr. Barry W. Russell as President Emeritus. Dr. Russell was Midlands Technical College’s fourth president, serving from 1999 to 2005. The formal recognition…

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GaffneyLewis is going pink for breast cancer awareness

September 29, 2021

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and the law firm of GaffneyLewis is going pink to raise awareness and show support for survivors and honor those whose battle has ended.…

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Auria expanding operations in Spartanburg County

September 28, 2021

More than $12.4 million investment will create 103 new jobs Auria, a global supplier of automotive flooring, acoustical and fiber-based solutions, today announced plans to invest capital and grow operations…

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Richland Two Board of Trustees to meet Tuesday, September 28

September 28, 2021

The Richland School District Two Board of Trustees will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, September 28, 2021. The board meeting will be called to order at 5:30 p.m.…

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Monti, Inc. expanding operations in Greenwood County

September 28, 2021

$4.7 million investment will create 16 new job Monti, Inc. (Monti), a leading industrial manufacturer, fabricator, powder coater, epoxy coater and specialized processor of electrical distribution components, today announced plans…

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First Reliance Bank is More Than Banking for Their Communities

September 28, 2021

First Reliance Bank continues to expand their services beyond banking through supporting and serving the communities they work in. Particularly, the bank has served the Pee Dee Area Boys and…

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Lexington One Educational Foundation awards Health Fund Grant to support Lexington District One nurses & students

September 28, 2021

The Lexington One Educational Foundation recently awarded a $25,500 Health Fund Grant to the Lexington County School District One Office of Student Services to support the nurses and all students…

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Central SC Alliance launches new tool to attract and retain skilled talent

September 27, 2021

Start Central is the Central SC Region’s go-to resource for connecting workers with local opportunities The Central SC Alliance (CSCA) unveiled a new tool to connect skilled workers and local…

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Procurement Technical Assistance Center opening in South Carolina

September 27, 2021

The University of South Carolina’s Office of Economic Engagement, in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Commerce, announces the opening of the Procurement Technical Assistance Center of South Carolina (PTAC SC).…

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Moore School partners with Dominion Energy and Richland County schools to launch high school pipeline program

September 27, 2021

The University of South Carolina Darla Moore School of Business is partnering with Dominion Energy and Richland One and Richland Two school districts to develop a high school pipeline program.…

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The Home Depot expands supply chain operations across South Carolina

September 27, 2021

Combined expansion will create nearly 100 new jobs The Home Depot, Inc., a world-leading home improvement retailer, announced plans to expand operations throughout South Carolina. The company is growing its…

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Design Initiative Group celebrates one-year anniversary and announces new team member and services

September 27, 2021

Design Initiative Group “DIG” is an architecture firm in Columbia, South Carolina founded in September of 2020 by Architects Josh Boltinhouse, AIA and Luke McCary, AIA. Josh and Luke bring…

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GreenTrees reforestation project launches in South Carolina

September 27, 2021

Milliken Forestry Company and ACRE Investment Management announced the launch of GreenTrees South Carolina, bringing a global leader in reforestation to the Palmetto State. GreenTrees is the largest voluntary forest…

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CAE updates parking rates and makes enhancements to traveler’s overall experience

September 27, 2021

Beginning Friday, October 1st, 2021, Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE hereafter) will be implementing a new pricing structure for all on-site parking options– including the surface lot, the garage, Fast Lane…

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Marketing Minute: Building Your Brand After a Crisis

September 27, 2021

Marketing Minute with Erin Smith, NP Strategy Today, consumers and key stakeholders engage with companies and brands that they trust. If your company has recently been faced with a crisis,…

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First Reliance Bank celebrates 22nd anniversary

September 27, 2021

First Reliance Bank celebrated its 22nd anniversary this past August. The Carolinas-based bank serves the Florence, Midlands, Upstate, and Coastal South Carolina markets, as well as the Piedmont Triad and…

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CAMS’ Ben Rhodes to oversee large-scale and lifestyle communities

September 24, 2021

Community Association Management Services (CAMS), an industry leader in community association management throughout the Carolinas, is pleased to announce that Senior Vice President of the western NC region, Ben Rhodes,…

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MTC opens Welding Technology Center to meet employer demand

September 23, 2021

Midlands Technical College held a ribbon cutting and grand opening for the college’s new Welding Technology Center today. The education and training facility is located on Kentucky Avenue on the…

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Congaree Land Trust to host author Billy Cate at Half-Moon Outfitters

September 23, 2021

Congaree Land Trust (CLT) will host a book sale and signing featuring noted conservationist and farmer Billy Cate on Thursday, October 7. The event will be held at Half-Moon Outfitters…

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South Carolina Oak to Barrel, LLC establishing operations in Bamberg County

September 23, 2021

More than $6.8 million investment will create 122 new jobs South Carolina Oak to Barrel, LLC, a barrel manufacturer, announced plans to establish operations in Bamberg County. The more than…

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Trinity Partners announces recent completed transactions

September 23, 2021

Trinity Partners Columbia is pleased to announce recent commercial real estate transactions in excess of $7,000,000. Together, Nick Stomski, SIOR, Partner and Jake Nidiffer, Brokerage Associate closed over 52,000 SF…

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1649 Main Street wins prestigious regional design award

September 22, 2021

Columbia’s 1649 Main Street received a Merit Award for Adaptive Reuse/Preservation from the American Institute of Architects – South Atlantic Region (AIASAR) at the organization’s annual design awards presented virtually…

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The Good Old Days Are Gone

September 22, 2021
Tom Poland

By Tom Poland   Last Friday night some grandparents went to watch their grandson play in a high school football game. They were in for a shock. Paying for the…

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Advertisement of Vacancies on Various Boards and Commissions

September 22, 2021

The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. Richland County Board of Assessment Appeals Seeking to fill one (1) vacancy. The…

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

September 22, 2021

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 Mark…

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Impresa Building Systems of Greenwood SC, LLC establishing modular construction operations in Greenwood County

September 22, 2021

More than $9 million investment will create 180 new jobs Impresa Building Systems of Greenwood SC, LLC, an affiliate company of Impresa Modular today announced plans to establish modular factory construction…

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SC Manufacturers Alliance announces Rebecca Leach as VP of Government Relations

September 22, 2021

Today, the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) announced that it has hired Rebecca Leach as its Vice President of Government Relations. “We are excited to welcome Rebecca to the SCMA…

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Acclaimed 30 Americans headed to the Columbia Museum of Art

September 22, 2021

Hugely popular and historically important exhibition opens October 9 The Columbia Museum of Art announces its major fall exhibition 30 Americans, a dynamic showcase of contemporary art featuring many of the…

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Push Digital hires top South Carolina political operatives

September 21, 2021

Push Digital, a political campaign and digital advertising agency built for the integration of mobile and television marketing, has hired South Carolina politicos Steven Wright and CJ Westfall. “As the…

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Realtors® graduate from 2021 SC REALTORS® Leadership Academy Class

September 21, 2021

South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) Leadership Academy class graduated September 9, 2021, at SCR’s Leadership Summit Retreat at Wild Dunes Resort in Isle of Palms, South Carolina. SCR’s Leadership Academy is…

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Steven Pearce named new President & CEO of the South Carolina I-77 Alliance

September 21, 2021

Steven Pearce has been named the new President and Chief Executive Officer of the South Carolina I-77 Alliance and will be responsible for directing the organization’s strategic economic development marketing…

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County seeks feedback on Spears Creek Church Road widening

September 21, 2021

An upcoming public input session will give Northeast Richland residents a chance to weigh in on preliminary plans to widen part of Spears Creek Church Road, from Two Notch Road…

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Edwin McCain headlines Rock 4 Recovery concert presented by Dominion Energy this Friday, Sept. 24 at the Icehouse Amphitheater

September 21, 2021

Called the “great American romantic” by the New York Times and with a recording legacy that includes two of the biggest love songs in the history of pop music, Edwin…

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Five South Carolina schools named 2021 National Blue Ribbon Schools

September 21, 2021

U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today recognized 325 schools as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2021, including five schools in South Carolina. The recognition is based on a school’s overall academic…

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SCDJJ director Freddie Pough to leave the agency after over 5 years of service

September 21, 2021

Eden Hendrick to Serve as SCDJJ Acting Director Governor Henry McMaster today announced that Freddie Pough, who served as director of the S.C. Department of Juvenile Justice (SCDJJ) for over…

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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes new associate Adair Patterson

September 21, 2021

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Adair Patterson has joined the firm’s Columbia office as an associate and will work with our corporate law practice group. Before joining Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd,…

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Goodwill opens new store in Chapin, SC on October 6th

September 21, 2021

 On Wednesday, October 6, at 9:00 AM, Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) will open its new location at 524 Columbia Avenue in Chapin, South Carolina. This is Goodwill’s…

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Columbia Chamber announces 2022 Leadership Columbia class

September 20, 2021

65 Local Individuals selected for 49th Class of Chamber’s Leadership Program Leadership Columbia, a Columbia Chamber program, presented by BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina, for emerging and existing leaders in the…

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Therapalooza 2021: The Greatest Show in Soda City – Sept 23

September 20, 2021

CCM Investment Advisers presents… Therapalooza 2021: The Greatest Show in Soda City Thursday, September 23, 2021 Central Energy Building 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Join us at the Central Energy Building…

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Richland One School Board receives national award

September 20, 2021

The Richland One Board of School Commissioners has received the Award for Urban School Board Excellence from the Council of Urban Boards of Education (CUBE), which is part of the…

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Freeway Music School celebrates 10-year anniversary

September 20, 2021

South Carolina’s fastest growing music school continues its commitment of delivering high-quality music lessons and giving back to the community Freeway Music —Columbia, South Carolina’s locally owned, premier music school…

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Emily Rast Tarney receives CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Practitioner certification

September 20, 2021

Morgan Stanley today announced that Emily Rast Tarney, a Financial Advisor for The Rast McFadden Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley in the firm’s Wealth Management office in Columbia, SC,…

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Richland Two hires General Counsel

September 20, 2021

Richland School District Two has hired a staff attorney. Karla McLawhorn Hawkins is the first to hold the position of General Counsel for Richland Two. As General Counsel, Hawkins is…

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Chambers wins national Broadcast Adviser of the Year

September 20, 2021

The Journalism Education Association (JEA) has named Andrew “A. J.” Chambers of Richland Northeast High School its 2021 Broadcast Adviser of the Year. Chambers is the CavPlex-Convergence Media Director at Richland…

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Teachers complete family engagement professional development

September 20, 2021

When it comes to student success, family engagement is at the top of the list for three Richland Two teachers who are among the first cohort of the Carolina Family…

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Richland Two Board of Trustees to hold special called meeting on Wednesday, September 22

September 20, 2021

The Richland School District Two Board of Trustees will hold a special called board meeting on Wednesday, September 22, 2021. The board meeting will be called to order in public session at…

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Midlands Fall Plant and Flower Festival returns

September 17, 2021

Mark your calendars for this year’s Fall Plant and Flower Festival at the South Carolina State Farmers Market on October 8-10, 2021. Visitors can shop for a variety of home,…

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