By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) Deputy Chief Chris Cowan will become the next Cayce chief of police, effective Oct. 4, 2021. “This is a bittersweet…
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United Way of the Midlands is asking residents throughout the Midlands to participate in the September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance by completing small acts of service to…
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Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Shugart as Chief Mortgage Officer. Shugart is a Certified Mortgage…
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The S.C. Department of Commerce Office of Innovation, in partnership with the South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) and 3Phase, today announced the launch of the state’s first Phase IIB…
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NAI Columbia’s Ben Kelly, CCIM, and Patrick Chambers developed, brokered and leased a new multi–tenant retail development located at 2708 Clemson Rd, in Columbia, South Carolina. The development includes East…
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Joseph Outreach, the nonprofit arm of DESA, Inc., has received a grant from The Duke Energy Foundation to benefit returning citizens in South Carolina. The grant is one of 10…
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$64.3 Million investment will create 130 new jobs Premium Peanut, an innovative, grower-owned peanut shelling company, today announced plans to establish operations in Orangeburg County. The $64.3 million investment will…
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Mike Brenan, Regional President, Truist, named Columbia Chamber’s 2021 Ambassador of the Year. The Columbia Chamber will honor Michael “Mike” Brenan the Chamber’s 118th Annual Gala, presented by BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina, Thursday,…
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2021 Columbia Parking Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Market Highlights Columbia parking remains challenging due to high office and residential occupancy rates downtown. In addition, new developments throughout…
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Diversey Holdings, Ltd. (NASDAQ: DSEY), a leading provider of hygiene, infection prevention and cleaning solutions, today announced the opening of its Innovation Zone Research and Development Center. Located on the…
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Hunger Action Month inspires the local community to take action to help the 96,590 individuals facing hunger in the Midlands For Hunger Action Month® this September, Harvest Hope will join…
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Turner Padget announced that Hannah Stetson, associate in the firm’s Columbia office, has been named as one of Columbia Business Monthly’s 2021 Best & Brightest 35 and Under – an…
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Save time and money by buying early online or at participating Circle K locations Discount admission and ride tickets for this year’s South Carolina State Fair will go on sale…
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Georgia-based Takosushi, a southwest and Asian fusion restaurant, will open its first location in Columbia at The Arcade at 1332 Main Street. The restaurant will occupy 2,533 square feet and…
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The West Columbia City Council has selected Marion Boyce as the next West Columbia Police Chief. Chief Marion Boyce began his law enforcement career as a Patrol Officer for the…
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IAA, Inc. (NYSE: IAA), a leading global digital marketplace connecting vehicle buyers and sellers, announces a new branch, located in Colorado Springs (CO), bringing the total number of branches in…
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West Columbia Law Firm Moore Bradley Myers (MBM), a counsel for generations, announces that Christian G. Spradley is the firm’s new Managing Partner. Spradley has practiced law for more than…
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House Speaker Jay Lucas and Senate LCI Chairman Thomas Alexander To Receive Inaugural Awards The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) announced…
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The South Carolina Beer Wholesalers Association (SCBWA) announced that it recently presented a $25,000.00 donation to the United Way Association of South Carolina. “This past year and a half has…
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Governor Henry McMaster was joined by S.C. Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Secretary Christy Hall and business leaders from around the state to announce a proposal which would accelerate existing plans…
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The Mast Store celebrates Friends Day on Saturday, September 11, 2021, by choosing a nonprofit partner to promote during this important day. This year, Mast is pleased to count the Palmetto Conservation…
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Advent Innovations, LLC and DPX Technologies, LLC have been accepted as South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) Member Companies and awarded grant funding. Parimer Scientific, LLC and Prewrite, Inc. have been…
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Richland Library is announcing the 2021-2022 Board of Trustees whose members will oversee and guide the long-term strategies for the ongoing success of our library system. Leadership positions include: Katherine…
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Come and meet those dancing feet! It’s time for some toe-tapping as Town Theatre presents the paramount show-business musical, 42nd Street! Audiences will be drawn to the “Lullaby of Broadway”…
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Enacted Aug. 16 amid a surge in COVID-19 cases, the measure aimed at schools and day cares was set to expire Oct. 15 While Richland County will no longer enforce…
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A lot of people have misconceptions about what women wore in the 1860s. For instance, folks have some odd ideas about corsets. On Sept. 24th at noon at the South…
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C&C Automotive has a history of upstanding work and excellent customer service in the CSRA and they are now excited to announce that they are opening a new location in…
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John Gettys has been chosen as Lawyer of the Year for 2021 by South Carolina Lawyers Weekly. Gettys received the recognition at the annual S.C. Lawyers Weekly Leadership in Law…
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The Engineering Research Visioning Alliance (ERVA) has named a veteran of STEM research and innovation to lead the organization as its inaugural full-time executive director. Jennifer Carinci, Ed.D., PMP, will…
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More than $2 million investment will create 28 new jobs Mira International Foods, Inc. (Mira), a food crafting and distributing company, today announced plans to establish operations in Beaufort County. The…
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LS3P congratulates Riverland Hills Baptist Church on their grand opening dedication ceremony that occurred on Sunday, August 29, 2021. As a returning client, Riverland Hills brought in LS3P to design…
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Thirty-six attorneys in Womble Bond Dickinson’s Charleston, Columbia and Greenville offices have been named to the 28th Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This includes five attorneys receiving “Lawyer…
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Columbia Capital Rotary Club installed a Little Free Library at W. A. Perry Middle School this month. This partnership is in conjunction with Richland School District One and the Rotary…
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By W. Thomas Smith Jr. An organizationally diverse gathering of state leaders led by S.C. Floodwater Commission Tom Mullikin held a solutions-seeking, event-planning, flood-mitigation session at the Palmetto Club in…
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The SC Green Industry Association presents the 18th Annual Fall Field Day on Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at Modern Turf, 2895 Edens Road in Dalzell, SC. Click here to register…
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The ART of Real Estate is pleased to announce Anya Morfit has joined their Columbia Studio as an Associate Agent. Anya moved down South to attend the University of South…
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The ART of Real Estate is pleased to announce Kristen Barber has joined the team as their new Executive Coordinator. In this position, Kristen will work closely with the Chief…
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Whether accessing materials, technology or educational opportunities, explore the full benefits of a Richland Library card. During Library Card Sign-Up Month, recognized nationally each September since 1987, we’re highlighting five…
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Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, PA announced that Dr. Douglas S. Schultz, Jr. MD, joined the practice as of September 1, 2021. Dr. Schultz completed his Adult Reconstruction Fellowship at Allegheny…
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The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced that grant funding is available for the replacement or upgrade of older diesel engines in an effort to help…
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By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The 17th annual COPS 4 FOSTER KIDS bowling tournament – aimed at improving the lives of foster children in Richland County – netted more than…
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Smith Robinson Holler DuBose and Morgan, LLC, announced that attorneys G. Murrell Smith, Jr. and Jonathan M. Robinson have been selected to the 2022 edition of Best Lawyers in America®.…
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On Monday, August 30, 2021, the Midlands celebrated the official opening of the Saluda River Greenway. Part of the Saluda Riverwalk, this three mile section of the trail was funded…
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The store is located at Sandhill Village will have a Grand Opening on 9/2 at 5pm After extensive renovations, a former BI-LO location will complete its transition to a Lowes…
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Riverbanks Zoo and Garden and The Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Foundation will host a groundbreaking at the Zoo on Tuesday, Sept 14 to kick off an exciting new…
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Catie Hutchison likes to hike and travel. Her new role as the Program Director for the Palmetto Conservation Corps will have her traveling throughout the state as she supervises work…
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Join Historic Columbia (HC) at Jubilee: Festival of Black History & Culture presented by Bank of America from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 18. Now in its 43rd year, Jubilee, a free, outdoor festival,…
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The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) reminds teachers and parents that Income Tax credits are available for certain education related expenses. Information for teachers: Classroom Teachers Expenses Credit: Classroom teachers…
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Wilson Kibler, a full-service commercial real estate firm headquartered in Columbia since 1987, is pleased to announce that Chase Gray has joined the company as a property manager in the…
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The Lexington One Educational Foundation recently welcomed four new members to its board of directors: Randall Cooper, CPA CFE, is a partner at The Brittingham Group. Brandon Mogan is…
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