Two 24/7 emergency departments and two urgent care locations coming to growing Midlands communities Lexington Health is adding two freestanding emergency departments and two urgent care locations in White Knoll…
The $60,000 grant helps pay for Phase I of CadenceSC.org, the rhythm and legacy of Black South Carolinians of the Revolutionary War The WeGOJA Foundation has received a $60,000 grant…
Every second counts in a cardiac emergency. As World Restart a Heart Day approaches on Oct. 16, the American Heart Association, a relentless force changing the future of health for…
Who: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, City of Columbia Public Relations Department, and Sistercare What: The City of Columbia invites the community to participate in the 20th Annual Mayor’s Walk and Run…
The City of Columbia, Richland School District One and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Foundation will kick off the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Honor the Dream Food…
The City of Columbia’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (ONSE) welcomes DeAnna Heard, MBA, as its new Program Manager. Heard officially joined the office on September 28, 2026. Heard…
Wingard’s Market is giving Midlands’s residents another reason to plant a tree this fall. Throughout October, Wingard’s is partnering with Columbia Green for its “Plant a Purpose” initiative, donating one…
New Columbia fitness facility puts focus on helping people through training, recovery and connection When HUSTL Athletic Club opens its doors in downtown Columbia, owner Travis Tourville wants people to…
The Who’s on the Move Entrepreneur Minute is an interview series exploring how South Carolina businesses and organizations are innovating to stay competitive in a rapidly changing world. Each episode features leaders…
Furman Group is real estate agency of record A Seattle-based developer with a history of creating modern, functional living communities is building more than 50 homes in the Pebble Creek…
Lessons from the Mediterranean stir continued appreciation for South Carolina By Alex Junes-Ward Dr. Tom Mullikin, director of the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR), has for more than four…
Festival will remain at Finlay Park with Italian food, entertainment, vendors and activities Due to the increasingly unfavorable weather forecast for this weekend, organizers of the Columbia Italian Festival have…
Keep the Midlands Beautiful, a local nonprofit that works to reduce litter, improve recycling, enhance beautification and provide environmental education across Lexington and Richland Counties, is proud to announce their…
Capital City/Lake Murray Country will kick off the holiday shopping season with its annual Holiday Open House & Gift Shop Sale on Tuesday, November 10, from 9 a.m. to 4…
The Township Auditorium, Presented by Build On Your Land, LLC, on November 14, 2026 The Big Red Barn Retreat (BRBR) announced country music artist Carter Lybrand as the official opener…
Lexington School District Two students posted gains on 2026 SC School Report Cards released Monday by the SC Department of Education, with the majority of schools attaining “Good” to “Excellent”…
Weston Inc. has broken ground on Carolina Pines Logistics Center, a ±252,720-square-foot building located in the Carolina Pines Industrial Park in Blythewood. The building will deliver in June 2027 and…
The American Edge Project, a coalition of two dozen domestic organizations, today released its latest U.S.-China Artificial Intelligence (AI) Leadership Scorecard, a monthly assessment of how the two nations are…
The Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired SC (ABVI) is celebrating a milestone— 90 years of service to individuals who are blind or low vision in our community. Since…
By Jazlyn Gallishaw, Digital Content Strategist at Ivey Palmer PR Many organizations think that if they do great work, people will notice. In today’s crowded market, expertise and experience alone…
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) will premiere Generations in Conversation: A Voters’ Forum on Oct. 22 live at 7 p.m. on ETV, bringing together voters across generations to…
Hood Construction announced the promotions of Grant Hensley and Kevin Thurmond from Assistant Project Manager to Project Manager. Both have played key roles in the company’s growth and success, and…
Four Denmark Technical College students have been selected for the ninth cohort of the South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce HBCU STEM Program, a yearlong initiative connecting students with employers and career opportunities in STEM fields. Denmark Tech…
The RCSD-hosted mini-festival was one of thousands held across the country By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Braving the wind and the rain; moms, dads, children, grandparents, churches, local food venders,…
Niche.com has released its 2027 Best Schools in America rankings, with Lexington-Richland School District Five earning top honors in the Columbia area. School District Five was ranked the No. 1…
Peyton Bryant, Trinity Partners, to Chair Columbia Chamber Board of Directors The Columbia Chamber announced the 2026-2027 Board of Directors with the addition of seven new members. Peyton Bryant, Trinity…
Georgetown’s historic waterfront is preparing to welcome a distinguished guest this autumn. The Spirit of South Carolina, South Carolina’s beloved 140-foot traditional tall ship, will dock along Georgetown’s Harborwalk as…
Morton & Gettys is pleased that University of South Carolina Joseph F. Rice School of Law graduate Frosini Kiaris has joined the firm as an associate. Her practice includes employment…
By Jeff Becraft Since I wrote about doing a weekend camp about a week ago with a children’s home in North Carolina, I want to mention something that happened…
The Columbia Museum of Art announces the return of Arts & Draughts, the museum’s biannual block party, on Friday, October 23, from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. This signature CMA…
Maria Yturria becomes one of only three Richland County Sheriff’s Department leaders to graduate from the elite six-month course By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) Deputy…
The Who’s on the Move Entrepreneur Minute is an interview series exploring how South Carolina businesses and organizations are innovating to stay competitive in a rapidly changing world. Each episode features leaders…
Trinity Partners recently completed the following notable commercial real estate transactions during the third quarter of 2026. Sale Transactions • Bruce Harper, SIOR and Robbie Cook represented the seller in…
As the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) approaches its landmark 40th anniversary in 2028, the school is proud to announce that Dr. Leland “Lee” Cox…
Re:Build, an integrated engineering and manufacturing company, announced plans to expand its advanced composites manufacturing operations in York County. The company’s approximately $20 million investment will create 150 skilled manufacturing…
Five-year Title III initiative will expand faculty development, AI-supported teaching, advising, and student support Columbia College has been awarded $1,240,577 in first-year funding through the U.S. Department of Education’s Title…
The festive holiday shopping event returns to the South Carolina State Fairgrounds December 3–6! The Junior League of Columbia will celebrate its 40th annual Holiday Market December 3–6, 2026, at the…
Schultz will serve as Sustain SC’s Marketing and Events Manager Sustain SC announced the addition of Savanna Schultz as its new Marketing and Events Manager. Her leadership and expertise will…
The Columbia Fireflies announced that tickets for the fifth year of Fireflies Holiday Lights go on sale this Friday, October 9 at 10 am. This year, the ballpark will host…
Sustain SC in partnership with The Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities at Furman University announced the 2027 class of the Sustainability Leadership Initiative (SLI). Now entering its sixth year, SLI…
SC Housing has been recognized with two 2026 Awards for Program Excellence from the National Council of State Housing Agencies (NCSHA), honoring innovative programs that address South Carolina’s housing needs.…
As the fall season arrives, experienced firefighters will have the opportunity to further their careers at one of the busiest departments in South Carolina. The Columbia-Richland Fire Department has reopened…
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development South Carolina State Director Jacob French announced the agency is awarding $749,007 through the Distance Learning and Telemedicine (DLT) Grant Program to Williamsburg…
The South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association (SCRLA) announced that Restaurant Week Midlands officially begins tomorrow, October 8, and runs through Sunday, October 18, 2026. For 11 flavor-packed days, diners…
The Columbia World Affairs Council announced Dr. Fred Carter, president of Francis Marion University, as the 2026 Global Vision Award recipient. He will be honored at a black-tie gala on…
Charlie Mantione Hired as Head of Sales, Americas; Natalia Casey Promoted to Lead Global Marketing Strategy SAN MATEO, CA and COLUMBIA, SC – SIOS Technology Corp., a leading provider of…
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Debuts Brew Lights—A One-Night-Only Holiday Craft Beer Experience Holiday traditions are getting a spirited new twist at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. For one night only, December…
By Tom Poland The Soul of the South Had Everything “Where should I send you to know the Soul of the South? I’ll send you to the Mast General Store.”…
By Jeff Becraft At about 7:00 a.m. this morning, as Brenda was heading out the door to go to work, she says to me, “Well, this was the last…
Applications open today, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026, at 9 a.m. and close Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, at 5 p.m. The Palmetto Citizens Foundation is now accepting applications from nonprofit organizations…