Seniors in Upstate can celebrate; Affordable senior housing options grow with debut of The Ellington

November 1, 2021

Affordable housing for senior citizens 55 years old and better has taken a big step forward with last week’s opening of The Ellington, a beautiful 50-unit community built through a…

Apollo Amateur Night champion Brittany Turnipseed, Rod Foster & Company to perform at the Columbia Museum of Art – Nov 7

November 1, 2021

WHAT: Chaye Alexander presents Live on Boyd Plaza: The Soul Jazz Experience Spend the afternoon with sultry soul and jazz songstress and Apollo Amateur Night Champion Brittany Turnipseed, backed by…

What did soldiers drink during the Civil War? Mainly, a lot of whiskey

November 1, 2021

On Nov. 5, history author Tom Elmore will offer a lecture titled “A ‘Spiritual’ Guide to the Civil War.” But you won’t need to bring your Bible or prayer book.…

Ben Gooding elected to John Belton O’Neall Inn of Court

November 1, 2021

Ben Gooding, a member of Robinson Gray law firm, has been elected to the John Belton O’Neall Inn of Court, an organization dedicated to fostering excellence in the legal profession…

Clemson aims to boost organic rice production in salty coastal SC through federal grant

November 1, 2021

A Clemson University-led project aimed at reviving South Carolina’s rice industry has nabbed a federal grant to further its efforts. Given the acronym iCORP — Increasing Coastal Organic Rice Production…

Sisters of Charity Foundation awards $720,500 in grant funding

November 1, 2021

95 Nonprofits receive funding to eradicate poverty The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina awarded 95 grants totaling $720,500 to South Carolina nonprofit organizations. Each organization is working to…

Derrick Huggins named Interim Executive Director at The Comet

November 1, 2021

The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) announced today that it has named Derrick Huggins as the Interim Executive Director after a unanimous vote from The COMET’s Board of…

Club Champion fitting studio now open in Columbia

November 1, 2021

Nation’s #1 Club Fitter Offers Over 50,000 Head & Shaft Combinations Custom golf club fitter Club Champion announces the opening of its new fitting studio, located at 106 Percival Road,…

Segra Park to open back up as a public park today

November 1, 2021

Weekdays, Soda Citizens Can Walk the BlueCross BlueShield Fitness Path  For the first time since the start of the COVID-19 Pandemic, Segra Park will be reopening to the public as…

Apollo Amateur Night Champion Brittany Turnipseed, Rod Foster & Company to perform at the Columbia Museum of Art

October 30, 2021

WHAT: Chaye Alexander presents Live on Boyd Plaza: The Soul Jazz Experience Spend the afternoon with sultry soul and jazz songstress and Apollo Amateur Night Champion Brittany Turnipseed, backed by…

McCrory Construction welcomes Jackie Hass as Assistant Superintendent

October 30, 2021

Jackie Hass has joined McCrory Construction as Assistant Superintendent. Hass brings more than 15 years of experience in on-site supervision, field engineering and jobsite administration. Her background also includes owning…

Choosing a Guardian for Your Minor Child

October 29, 2021

By Laird W. Green, CFP® While no one wants to think about the possibility of not being there to raise a child, naming a guardian for your child is of…

Columbia Museum of Art’s Business Partner Appreciation Reception

October 29, 2021

Columbia Museum of Art hosted an evening of appreciation for the museum’s business partners on Oct 28, 2021. The Capital City Club catered the event. Paella was a highlight as…

Sustain SC honors Boeing, SC Ports, Volvo Cars with inaugural Excellence in Mitigation Award

October 28, 2021

Sustain SC today honored three South Carolina organizations with the inaugural Excellence in Mitigation award, recognizing their efforts to bring economic development to our state while maintaining a positive conservation…

South Carolina Department of Education Partners with Riley Institute to invest $1.3 million in new afterschool and summer learning leadership program 

October 28, 2021

Today, the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) and The Riley Institute at Furman University announced the South Carolina Afterschool Leaders Empowered (SCALE) program to prepare and grow leaders who…

The 2021 Annual Hood Construction Oyster Roast

October 28, 2021

On Wednesday October 27, Hood Construction hosted its annual Oyster Roast at its new office at 1215 Shop Road. The event featured a Lowcountry Boil and, of course, oysters! The…

Commitment to Commencement

October 28, 2021

Have you ever thought about what can be accomplished in two million minutes? Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) Superintendent Dr. Ameca Thomas has and she recently shared a…

CAMS’ President Dave Orr assumes role of CEO

October 28, 2021

Community Association Management Services (CAMS), an industry leader in community association management throughout the Carolinas, is excited to announce that President Dave Orr has taken over as CEO, a position…

In the Huddle with “Broadway Joe”: The X’s and O’s of Medicare Coverage Options

October 28, 2021

By Brian Harmon, Director of Individual Medical at The Cason Group If you’ve watched television at all in the past 5 years, you have probably seen a commercial with Hall…

Gov. Henry McMaster leads Republican Governors in fight to protect auto workers, manufacturers 

October 27, 2021

10 Governors Sign on to McMaster’s Letter Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by 10 Republican governors in sending a letter to United States Senate and House leadership in opposition to proposed tax breaks for manufacturers…

Tiger Companies establishing operations in Union County

October 27, 2021

$10.8 million investment will create 61 new jobs Tiger Companies, a valued-added national distributor serving the construction, surveying, home, office and medical products markets, today announced plans to establish operations…

Colliers | South Carolina hires Brittany Hutcherson as Property Administrator in Columbia

October 27, 2021

Colliers | South Carolina announced that Brittany Hutcherson has joined the company as a Property Administrator in Real Estate Management Services (REMS) in the Columbia office. “Brittany has a decade…

Cypress Commercial & Investment Real Estate announces strong 3rd quarter

October 27, 2021

Cypress Commercial & Investment Real Estate, a leading brokerage firm representing buyers and sellers of investment real estate, announces more than $17 million in closed sales transactions for the third…

The Original Six Foundation raises over $120,000 for South Carolina students

October 27, 2021

Carolina Business Community Comes Together to Support Rural Students The Original Six Foundation (O6 Foundation) announced over $120,000 raised for educational programs supporting students in rural and underserved areas of…

State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman releases statement on candidacy for 2022 election

October 27, 2021

Today, State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman released the following statement concerning her candidacy for re-election in 2022. “A strong public education system that offers every student, no matter where…

Southern First reports results for third quarter 2021

October 26, 2021

Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three- and nine- month periods ended September 30, 2021. “The third quarter was…

SC Thrive “46 Veteran Salute” call for nominations ends October 30th

October 26, 2021

SC Thrive, a statewide nonprofit, calls for nominations to honor 46 veterans across the state. This event, entitled “The 46 Veteran Salute” will recognize one veteran in each county in…

Secretary Raimondo appoints 11 leaders to FirstNet Board, names Stephen Benjamin as new Board Chair

October 26, 2021

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo announced the appointment of 11 leaders in public safety, technology and finance to serve on the Board of the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority).…

Brandon Rattray joins Robinson Gray law firm as associate

October 26, 2021

Attorney Brandon Rattray has joined Robinson Gray law firm as an associate. His practice will focus on workers’ compensation. Brandon received his Juris Doctor degree this spring from the University…

Wil Lou Gray Opportunity School Celebrations 100th Anniversary

October 26, 2021

Wil Lou Gray Opportunity School (WLGOS), one of the oldest and most reliable continuing education schools in South Carolina, celebrates its 100th Anniversary this year. The school, established by Dr.…

Homeless No More holds ribbon cutting ceremony for new education facility

October 25, 2021

Homeless No More, a nonprofit offering emergency services, transitional and affordable housing for homeless families across the Midlands, held a ribbon cutting ceremony on October 25 for their new education…

Building I-73 is in the state’s best interest

October 25, 2021

By Richard Eckstrom – S.C. Comptroller Supporters of a proposed stretch of interstate connecting I-95 to Myrtle Beach recently got a couple of pieces of welcome, long-awaited news. A judge…

Robinson Gray’s La’Jessica Stringfellow joins Leadership Columbia class of 2022

October 25, 2021

La’Jessica Stringfellow, an associate with Robinson Gray law firm, has been named to the Leadership Columbia class of 2022. She is one of 65 rising community leaders named to the…

Marketing Minute: Best Practices and Advice

October 25, 2021

Marketing Minute with Krystal Cau, NP Strategy Marketing has always been important for the success of any business. However, since the many changes the world encountered due to the pandemic,…

Electric Cooperatives host “Ride Across South Carolina” to raise awareness for heart disease

October 25, 2021

The Electric Cooperative Ride Across South Carolina is a seven-day, 648-mile ride with stops at 18 cooperatives. Starting on October 25th in the Upstate and ending in the Low Country…

USC Columbia Technology Incubator receives $200,000 scholarship grant from Truist 

October 25, 2021

The USC Columbia Technology Incubator announced Monday (Oct. 25) a $200,000 grant from Truist Financial Corporation through the Truist Charitable Fund, a donor-advised fund at The Winston-Salem Foundation, to provide…

State Treasurer Curtis Loftis reveals his latest list of unclaimed funds

October 22, 2021

Channeling his inner Halloween spirit, State Treasurer Curtis Loftis has a scared up a list of South Carolinians with “spooky names” that are owed unclaimed money. “No tricks, just treats…

Columbia Chamber Partner Engagement

October 22, 2021

Columbia Chamber held the Partner Engagement on October 21st at Nexsen Pruet’s Roof Top Plaza on Main St., Columbia for an evening of fun and networking! Food was provided by…

South Carolina Governor, officials celebrate Generac Trenton facility opening

October 22, 2021

 Generac officially opens new facility that will provide 750 new jobs in SC Generac Power Systems (NYSE: GNRC), a leading global designer and  manufacturer of energy technology solutions and other…

Sheriff Lott is the reigning boiled peanut eating champion

October 22, 2021

By W. Thomas Smith Jr. As if being named National Sheriff of the Year 2021 and S.C. Sheriff of the Year 2021 were not enough, Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott…

Brennan Reeves joins LCK as Project Manager

October 21, 2021

LCK announces the addition of Brennan Reeves to its Columbia team of project management professionals. Brennan will be bringing his management expertise to LCK’s clients as he serves as owner’s…

Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center provides Halloween tips for parents and caregivers amid COVID-19 Halloween season

October 21, 2021

Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children and heal families, is sharing tips for parents and caregivers to consider to keep children safe…

Boxes & Bows Campaign sparks joy of giving for Prisma Health Children’s Hospital—Midlands

October 21, 2021

Boxes & Bows, a holiday mailbox swag campaign, sparks the joy of giving for Prisma Health Children’s Hospital—Midlands. Residents of Richland and Lexington Counties are invited to participate in Boxes…

Greenville taxpayer sues to recover illegal fees from county

October 21, 2021

A Greenville County taxpayer has sued the county to recover, for himself and others, fees that the South Carolina Supreme Court has ruled that the county had charged illegally. Greenville…

Obsidio, Inc. expands clinical advisory Board with two new Members

October 21, 2021

Obsidio, Inc., a medical device company pioneering groundbreaking therapies in endovascular embolization, announced the expansion of its clinical advisory board with the appointment of two new members – Jafar Golzarian,…

911 Communications Center seeks re-accreditation, invites public comment

October 21, 2021

A team of Assessors from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA®) will conduct a virtual assessment beginning Nov. 1, 2021 through Nov. 2, 2021, to examine…

More than 2,200 Columbia elementary students are safer online with lessons from Center for Cyber Safety and Education

October 21, 2021

112 Classrooms City-Wide Received Free Cyber Safety Education As Part Of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month The Center for Cyber Safety and Education answered the call of concerned technology and learning…

SC Secretary of State issues annual Wise Giving Report and Give Smart Watch List as part of International Charity Fraud Awareness Week

October 21, 2021

Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced today the release of his office’s 2020-2021 Wise Giving Report and the 2021 Give Smart Watch List, in conjunction with International Charity Fraud Awareness Week (ICFAW). …