DeWees Real Estate Group is proud to announce the closing of 12.59 acres along Shop Road Extension. Sam and Josh DeWees exclusively represented the seller, R&N Holdings, LLC., in the…
REI Automation, which designs and builds custom industrial equipment, celebrated its 30th anniversary on September 30, 2021, by cutting the ribbon on its new headquarters building on Veterans Road in…
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. We have all read or heard the words of the Prophet Isaiah who in the presence of God, audibly hears the words: “Whom shall I…
Renee McCormick, Lori Hair and Jill Davis earn promotions BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, one of the largest employers in the state, has announced several executive level leadership promotions. Renee McCormick has been named…
Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ leader in collaborative philanthropy, has awarded more than $466,642 in scholarships to 208 outstanding students across South Carolina and the country for the 2021-2022…
The Richland Library Friends and Foundation is excited to announce Cearra Harris as the recipient of the 2021 Ethel Bolden Minority Fellowship. She’s a doctoral student in Library and Information Science at…
Product solution to help companies manage employee vaccination federal requirements In anticipation of recent federal vaccination and testing mandates, Colonial Life, a Unum brand, will soon launch a digital vaccine…
The 2021 Hire Me SC Employer Summit is back on Wednesday, Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. as a virtual event through Zoom. The fifth annual event led…
Organization continues its focus on boosting talent retention and local pride Columbia Opportunity Resource (COR) welcomed two new board members and elected the 2021-2022 executive committee and committee chairs this…
The Duke Energy Foundation has awarded nearly $500,000 in grants to 16 South Carolina organizations that will fund wildlife conservation efforts, environmental projects and educational programs across the state. “We are committed…
EmmanuWheel, a Midlands nonprofit that installs wheelchair ramps for mobility-impaired people, is among 26 South Carolina organizations to receive the latest round of Dominion Energy Critical Community Needs grants. Since…
The 152nd South Carolina State Fair returns Oct. 13-24, 2021, with a full lineup of traditional favorites and a variety of new rides, foods, entertainment and the return of the…
Bang Back Pinball Lounge Gets a Mural on the Alleyway Between Them and Gibson’s African American Artist, Erbriyon Barrett has been commissioned by UofSC’s School of Visual Art and Design…
For a decade, Famously Hot New Year — a nonprofit organization since 2016 — has brought visitors, residents, businesses, and community and civic leaders from diverse backgrounds together for South…
Discover Daufuskie, tag along on a Charleston ghost tour and get a glimpse at colonial life in South Carolina the latest season of the travel series produced by South Carolina…
Colliers | South Carolina partnered with Holy City Brewing to create a custom Carolina Kolsch-style beer called “The Dealmaker” to celebrate its 115 years in the commercial real estate business…
More than $17.7 million investment will create 76 new jobs Plastic Omnium, a leading automotive equipment provider, today announced plans to expand operations in Anderson County. The more than $17.7…
Lexington United Methodist Church invites you to a night of music and dance to support Mission Lexington from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on October 25, 2021 at Lexington United…
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina again has earned a place on Forbes magazine’s list of Best-In-State Employers. The inclusion in the 2021 rankings highlights the company’s dedication to providing a…
$11.5 million investment will create 32 new jobs PreZero US, a recycling and waste solutions company, today announced plans to expand operations in Oconee County. The $11.5 million investment will…
Most folks have never heard of the Battle of Blackstock’s Plantation. “Most have heard of the American Revolution,” Charles Baxley ironically acknowledges. But too few of them understand how important…
Four from USC Law School receive D. Reece Williams III Trial Advocacy Award A team of four from the University of South Carolina School of Law have been honored with…
South Carolina Ports welcomes its 2021-2022 Port Ambassadors class, which consists of 26 delegates from around the state who will gain a deep understanding of how SC Ports and commerce are…
The South Carolina Center for Fathers and Families (SCCFF) was announced a grant recipient of A Community Thrives, a grantmaking and crowd-funding program from the USA TODAY NETWORK and a part…
VentureSouth, one of the country’s largest angel investment networks, is once again expanding its footprint. The PeeDee region of South Carolina will become the 16th community with a VentureSouth angel group,…
LRADAC has been awarded a five-year federal grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to implement an innovative Mental Health First Aid training program in Lexington…
BASF is seeking applicants for a new apprenticeship program at its White Stone, South Carolina facility. The program is part of the company’s North American Apprenticeship Development Program (NAADP), which…
Jeff Lawler, a REALTOR® with Coldwell Banker Realty, has been nominated for Best Real Estate Agent in Columbia Metropolitan Magazine’s Best of Columbia Competition. Now through October 15, choose the…
Sea Pro Boats, LLC, a saltwater fishing boat manufacturer, announced plans to expand operations in Newberry County, South Carolina. The $3.7 Million investment will create 50 new jobs. For more…
Harvest Hope looks to community to help feed children facing hunger this fall In the spirit of Halloween, Harvest Hope Food Bank is kicking off a “It’s Scary to be…
Senior Resources today announced a $25,000 grant from the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation to support the organization’s meal delivery program. The program provides a critical, once-daily meal and wellness check…
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control’s (DHEC) most recent data analysis shows that the majority of recent COVID-19 cases, including severe cases, remain among individuals who are…
Today, the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) announced the release of additional federal funds to assist school districts in addressing the challenges faced by vulnerable students population due to the…
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q3 2021 Columbia Office Market Highlights The Columbia office market did not feel the negative fallout from the pandemic to the extent that…
The upward enrollment trend at Columbia International University and Ben Lippen School continues in record-breaking fashion. Enrollment at CIU and Ben Lippen has increased five straight years. A total of…
McMaster continues push for major infrastructure improvements Governor Henry McMaster was joined by S.C. Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Secretary Christy Hall, members of the General Assembly, and local Horry County…
Bill Musser, a public finance attorney with Pope Flynn, has received “Lawyer of the Year” in Mergers and Acquisitions Law for Columbia from The Best Lawyers in America® 2022. Three…
Students, faculty and staff can win cash and prizes until December 1 through #TechYourShotMTC Midlands Technical College has launched a new COVID-19 vaccination incentive program. From now until December 1st,…
24-year economic development veteran brings breadth of knowledge to regional alliance The Central SC Alliance (CSCA) has hired Nelson Lindsay as the organization’s new President & CEO. Lindsay, who has…
ESGR presents honors at Governor’s Mansion By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Columbia’s Boyer Commercial Construction and Grand Strand Medical Center in Myrtle Beach were both presented the 2021 Department of…
LS3P welcomes Harrison Floyd, PE, Assoc. AIA, who joins the firm’s Columbia office team. Floyd, a recent graduate of Clemson University with a Master of Architecture and Digital Ecologies certificate,…
LS3P congratulates Annie Linn Johnson, who was elected as a Board Member for Columbia’s Congaree Vista Guild. This nonprofit organization is focused on making the Vista a vibrant and exciting…
Wells Fargo and South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette announced nearly $3 million in grants to Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), including CommunityWorks, the South Carolina Community Loan Fund and…
The Commission for the Department of Disabilities and Special Needs announced the selection of Michelle Gough Fry, J.D, PH.D, LL.M as state director of the Department of Disabilities and Special…
The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment invites the community to join them at The Unumb Center Social, an auction for autism at Steel Hands Brewing on Thursday, October 14th. The online…
The Spartanburg County Public Libraries was one of eight recipients of the 2021 John Cotton Dana (JCD) Award, recognized for their strategic communications efforts with local marketing firm, Neue South,…
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Nearly 20 patrol deputies, investigators, and supervisory officers were promoted at the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD), this week, including one – Lt. Col. Kelvin…
NAI Columbia, the Midlands’ local full-service commercial real estate firm, is experiencing exponential growth in residential land sales, despite the pandemic, indicating that the greater Midlands region is growing. This…
Work has begun on Bennet at BullStreet, a 280,000 sq. ft. community with 269 Class-A residences. The new, luxury apartment community will bring over 500 residents to the BullStreet District…
By Edward W. Kramer, CFP®, EA Should you require your children to have a prenuptial agreement? This question can be very important if you have a family business, financial wealth,…