By Jeff Becraft There was no Friday email last week because grandkids came into town on Friday, and then on Monday, I had to head out because I had…
McMillan Pazdan Smith (MPS) is announcing its acquisition of MCA Architecture (MCA) of Greenville, SC. This partnership deepens and expands the MPS industrial practice which designs and plans advanced and…
The S.C. Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) is the recipient of a 2025 Notable State Documents Award from the South Carolina State Library for the 2025 South Carolina State Water…
SCDNR’s Chief of Wildlife named to national hall of fame By Tom Mullikin In the world of wildlife conservation, few honors carry the weight of induction into the National Bobwhite…
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) applauds Governor Henry McMaster for signing H. 5261, a joint resolution that extends the deadline for mandatory alcohol server training to May…
The University of South Carolina and Prisma Health are partnering to offer state-of-the-art care and diagnostics to patients with complex neurological conditions at the new Brain Health Center in Columbia.…
$42.5 million investment will create 85 new jobs Cheney Brothers, a leading broadline food distributor, today announced it is expanding its Florence County operations with an additional $42.5 million investment…
Who: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, Councilman Peter Brown, City of Columbia Economic Development, and Connelly Development What: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, Councilman Peter Brown, the City of Columbia’s Economic Development Department and Connelly Development…
Voting for the Top 8 Round of Manufacturing Madness Now Open South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) announced the eight products advancing in the 5th Annual Manufacturing Madness, a contest…
South Carolina Governor’s Schools host “Endless Opportunities” information sessions across the state
The Governor’s School for Agriculture at John de la Howe (JDLH), the South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities (SCGSAH), and the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science…
By Tom Poland I am no stranger to the flyswatter, switch, belt, and paddle. I even got a good whooping with a paint brush. I ought to be a…
Stewart begins a new two-year term continuing her long-standing service as a non-lawyer member representing the public in South Carolina’s attorney disciplinary system. Laurens County resident and community leader Brenda…
Francis Marion University’s Fred R. Sheheen Nonprofit Leadership Institute (FMU NPLI) and Together SC announce Blakely Roof as the 2026 recipient of the prestigious Fred R. Sheheen Award for Excellence…
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Limited supply, steady absorption spur new construction Market Highlights The Augusta-Aiken market saw absorption resume at a steady pace behind modest new leasing and…
Executive and customer success team recognized by leading business award programs SIOS Technology Corp., a leading provider of application high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) software solutions, announced it…
Milestone event will celebrate Conservation, Commerce, and Leadership in South Carolina Individual tickets are now on sale for the 10th Annual Global Eco Adventures (GEA) EcoBall. The dinner and awards…
Who: City of Columbia Homeless Services and City of Columbia Community Development What: The City of Columbia Homeless Services department and the City of Columbia Community Development department are partnering for a…
Flock and Rally, a women-owned and led integrated marketing and communications agency based in Columbia, South Carolina, was honored with five ADDY Awards from the American Advertising Federation (AAF Midlands)…
The day-long event will feature gallery tours, birding opportunities and programs presented in partnership with organizations from across the state. The South Carolina State Museum will host Flock Fest, a day-long celebration of…
One Columbia for Arts and Culture announced Larry Andrew Hembree as the 2026 recipient of the prestigious Stephen G. Morrison Visionary Award. This honor recognizes Hembree’s exceptional leadership, creativity, and…
Senator Tameika Isaac Devine & Former Mayor Steve Benjamin to Host Evening of Bold Conversation about Leadership and Change Community leaders, changemakers, and book lovers are invited to an inspiring…
The City of Columbia is seeking volunteers to help conduct our routine Pedestrian & Bicyclist Counts throughout Columbia. By counting pedestrians and bicyclists, volunteers help to ensure that all of…
On Saturday, March 21st, the SC250 Commission is funding a taping of historians in a panel at the Orangeburg County Library on the qualifications of martyred hero, Captain Henry Felder,…
The Big Red Barn Retreat will host their 2nd annual Heroes Summer Songfest Concert, presented by Nucor Building Systems on Friday, June 12 from 7-10pm at the Icehouse Amphitheater. This concert will celebrate…
Dominion Energy will begin performing tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods on Monday, March 9, 2026, at 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Distribution Line Tree Trimming: …
Publix Super Markets has executed a lease on a new store location on the Northwest corner of Highway 21 and Turkey Farm Rd. in Blythewood, SC. “We’re excited to bring…
By Reba Hull Campbell When traveling light, I still indulge in the luxury of carrying a hard copy book with me. For a recent vacation trip, I chose Cathy Rigg’s…
The City of Columbia, through its Columbia Streams Art public art program, partnered with Columbiana Centre to commission a large-scale mural that captures the skyline and spirit of the capital city. The…
Blue Granite Water Company hosted a customer drop-in at the Lexington Tennis Complex on March 4. The first of these events this year, customer drop-ins provide an excellent opportunity for…
The South Carolina Optometric Physicians Association (SCOPA) announced its 2026 Spring Meeting, March 27–29, 2026, at the historic Westin Poinsett in downtown Greenville, offering up to 10 hours of COPE-approved…
Super Lawyers has named 10 attorneys with Robinson Gray law firm to its South Carolina list for 2026. Member Betsy Gray received additional distinction, earning a spot among the top…
Beginning March 16, South Carolina’s public service heroes can apply for $10,000 in forgivable down payment assistance through SC Housing’s 2026 Palmetto Heroes Program, with funds available on a first-come,…
EXHIBITIONS Rodney McMillian: A Son of the Soil On view March 21 through June 28, 2026 Rodney McMillian: A Son of the Soil is a thematic presentation of this important…
Courtesy of the South Carolina Daily Gazette By Jessica Holdman March 5, 2026 SC currently has the highest property taxes on boats in the country South Carolina boat owners can…
The Vietnam exhibit at the S.C. Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum pays tribute to all sorts of South Carolinians who served honorable in a variety of ways in Southeast…
Sensory-Friendly Day Returns to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Riverbanks Zoo and Garden’s will host a Sensory-Friendly Day on Tuesday, March 10, creating a calmer, more accessible environment for guests with…
As Spring Break approaches, college students across South Carolina are preparing to return home, travel or spend time with friends. No matter where students spend the break, it presents a…
During Patient Safety Awareness Week, March 8-14, the South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities’ Office of Substance Use Services (OSUS) is reminding families that safe medication practices…
By Jeff Becraft Marine Clebe McClary fought in the Vietnam war. On their 19th mission deep in hostile territory, his platoon and he suffered a vicious attack from the enemy.…
25-year international legacy brings Metropolitan Opera leadership, Broadway classics, and Bulgarian folk to the Palmetto State this June This June, the Muzika! Festival returns to South Carolina for its fifth…
Who: City Manager Teresa Wilson, City of Columbia Representatives, the Columbia Police Department, the American Heart Association, Prisma Health, and Connor Shaw, Founder of HRTHDL What: The City of Columbia would like…
The second round of the application cycle for Richland One’s magnet choice programs will open March 2 and close March 31. Applications will be accepted only for magnet choice programs…
St. Pat’s in Five Points announced that Elizabeth as Taylor, an internationally touring Taylor Swift tribute performer and 2025 festival performer, will serve as the Grand Marshal of this year’s…
Disability Celebration Day features fun activities, including a community art project, sensory-friendly shows, a silent disco and more The South Carolina State Museum announced the return of its Disability Celebration…
The Junior League of Columbia, Inc. announced Round Up for a Cause, a lively western themed fundraiser raising vital support for the League’s mission to strengthen the Midlands community. The event…
In a demonstration of community partnership, Mayor Bill Danielson and Councilwoman Phyllis Coleman visited Youngs Chapel AME Church recently to present a $6,250 donation on behalf of the Mayor’s Uplift Initiative. The contribution is earmarked for the…
Richland One’s Summer SOAR program has been named a top 10 finalist for the 2026 Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC Award, presented by The Riley Institution at Furman University. The…
After more than two decades in public education, River Bluff High School Principal Jacob Smith has announced plans to retire at the end of the 2025–26 school year. His career…
PalmettoPride is launching the 2026 SC Sweep, a 10-day statewide campaign inviting South Carolinians to take action against litter and help keep their communities beautiful. Taking place during the first 10…
The Junior League of Columbia (JLC) is expanding its 2026 Little Black Dress Initiative (LBDI) Week, taking place March 9–13, 2026, with additional opportunities for the Midlands community to give…