State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Denise Harrel of DuBose Middle School as Educator of the Month

February 26, 2021

South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized DuBose Middle School’s Denise Harrel as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the Month for February. “We know that…

Domtar President and CEO, John D. Williams, to Return from Medical Leave of Absence

February 26, 2021

Domtar Corporation (NYSE: UFS) (TSX: UFS) today announced that John D. Williams will return from temporary medical leave and is resuming authority and responsibility as President and Chief Executive Officer…

Conservation grants support local schools’ environmental projects

February 25, 2021

The Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (RSWCD), which aims to promote the wise use of soil, water and other resources, has awarded three Conservation Education Mini-Grants to support environmental…

Curing Kids Cancer donates $150,000 to Prisma Health Midlands Foundation for Prisma Health Children’s Hospital – Midlands

February 25, 2021

Curing Kids Cancer presented $150,000 to Prisma Health Midlands Foundation, to benefit the Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Prisma Health Children’s Hospital—Midlands. The funds will support Curing…

2021 Kayak Bass Fishing Trail series takes to Lake Murray this weekend

February 25, 2021

Experience Columbia SC Sports is excited to welcome the Realtree Fishing KBF TRAIL Series presented by DEE ZEE this weekend, Feb. 27 and 28, on Lake Murray. The weekend consists…

Unique building project in Greenville County to support need for lower income housing across Upstate

February 25, 2021

Georgia-based BMarko Structures has launched its first wood modular multifamily project in Greenville County, South Carolina to build modules that ultimately will add 190 lower-income apartments to help address the…

Former SCANA CEO Kevin Marsh pleads guilty to State Grand Jury indictment

February 25, 2021

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that former SCANA CEO Kevin Bryan Marsh waived presentment and pled guilty today to a State Grand Jury indictment for violation of South…

USDA invests $42 million in distance learning and telemedicine infrastructure

February 25, 2021

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced it is investing $42.3 million to help rural residents gain access to health care and educational opportunities. Rural areas are seeing…

United Community Bank recognized again as a top financial institution for Small Business Banking

February 25, 2021

United Community Bank has been recently recognized with multiple Greenwich Excellence Awards for U.S. Small Business Banking for the year ended 2020. United received five awards in total, two of…

Tee off at The Drive Virtual golf tournament in April

February 25, 2021

A virtual version of The Drive golf tournament, a Prisma Health Midlands Foundation signature fundraising event, will be held in April at Cobblestone Park Golf Club in Blythewood. 2021 marks…

LCK promotes Adam Lynch to Director | Preconstruction Services

February 25, 2021

LCK announced that Adam Lynch has been promoted to Director | Preconstruction Services. In this newly created role, Lynch will serve in a leadership capacity in the delivery of preconstruction…

Omatic Software expanding operations in Charleston County

February 25, 2021

$450,000 investment will create approximately 100 new jobs over the next five years Omatic Software, a data integration company, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston County. The $450,000…

Rhonda Hunsinger joins the Board of the League of American Orchestras

February 25, 2021

Sharon D. Hatchett and Rhonda Hunsinger have joined the Board of Directors of the League of American Orchestras, the national organization dedicated to advancing the orchestral art form in the…

SPACs – Special Purpose Acquisition Companies

February 24, 2021

By William R. Jeter, CFA, CFP® SPACs are currently all of the rage in financial media. Why? As with any investment being heavily promoted, you can almost always understand by…

Chapin High School standout to begin practicing with USC-Aiken women’s basketball team

February 23, 2021

Newly signed McKenzie Lott will begin working out with the Pacers this summer By W. Thomas Smith Jr. McKenzie Lott, a 5’3” guard from Chapin High School and the youngest…

South Carolina Boy Scouts partnering with POWERPLANTSC

February 23, 2021

Scouting BSA to help plant 3.2 million trees across the Palmetto State By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Six Scouting BSA (Boy Scouts of America) councils from across South Carolina have…

Richland Library addresses college, concerns & COVID-19 during panel discussion

February 23, 2021

Richland Library wants to connect with local parents and college students. Join us for College, Concerns & COVID-19 from 7 – 8:30 p.m., Friday, March 5. Please register to attend…

Richland Two Charter School to close in June

February 23, 2021

On February 15, 2021, the Richland Two Charter School Board of Trustees met and voted to close the Richland Two Charter School. The school will continue to provide services to…

2021 PGA Championship to be played with limited number of spectators on-site

February 23, 2021

The PGA of America today announced that the 2021 PGA Championship will be contested with a limited number of spectators on-site, May 17-23, at The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island…

UofSC expands economic development efforts in Upstate with new hire

February 23, 2021

The University of South Carolina announces an expansion of its economic development activity in the Upstate with the addition of Sam English to the Office of Innovation, Partnerships, and Economic…

Columbia Sailing Club announces registration is now open for junior summer sailing programs

February 23, 2021

Columbia Sailing Club registration is now open for the 2021 youth summer sailing program, which runs June 14 – July 30. We are offering 6-weeks of sailing summer camp sessions…

Bug Depot Termite & Pest Control, Inc. hires Frankie Wright

February 22, 2021

  Bug Depot Termite & Pest Control, Inc. welcomes their newest technician, Frankie Wright. Frankie has over 25 years of experience in the industry. Frankie is detail oriented and provides…

Four Richland One seniors named 2021 National Merit Scholarship finalists

February 22, 2021

Four Richland One high school seniors have advanced to become finalists in the 2021 National Merit Scholarship Program. Scholarship winners in this prestigious high-stakes competition will be announced in the…

The Beach Company hires property manager at Providence Park in Columbia

February 22, 2021

Hope Clayborne has been hired as property manager for The Beach Company’s Providence Park development in Columbia, South Carolina. With over 10 years of experience in multifamily development, Clayborne will…

Irmo HS Baseball Team donates sports equipment to communities in need

February 22, 2021

Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. collects two full carloads of gear for distribution By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott met with Irmo High School Head Baseball Coach…

Get your tickets for the 3rd annual Doko Film Fest. This year, they’ll be free

February 22, 2021

In the second year of the Doko Film Fest, a total of 143 entrees came from across the country, as well as from Canada, India, China and the United Kingdom.…

Colliers | South Carolina announces 2020 Rising Star Award recipients

February 22, 2021

Colliers | South Carolina is pleased to announce its 2020 Rising Star Awards which were presented at the company’s annual Awards Celebration held virtually on January 26, 2021. The Rising…

Northbridge Wealth opens second office in Chapin

February 22, 2021

Northbridge Wealth, announced the establishment of its new office located in Chapin, South Carolina. This milestone is a commitment by Northbridge Wealth in its mission to provide wealth management strategies…

Whom Should I Select to Serve as Trustee?

February 22, 2021

By Jonathan J. Robertson, CFP® When people are updating their estate documents, they frequently leave assets in trust for someone else. The key concept behind the idea of a trust…

Big savings possible for small businesses and nonprofits with Dominion Energy South Carolina incentive program

February 22, 2021

Small businesses and nonprofit organizations throughout South Carolina continue to benefit from Dominion Energy’s Small Business Energy Solutions Program. The program provides incentives to cover project costs – up to…

Fireflies announce new manager and field staff 

February 22, 2021

The Columbia Fireflies, in conjunction with the Kansas City Royals, announced their 2021 field staff. The first Royals staff to come to South Carolina’s capital is headlined by Brooks Conrad,…

What Critical Thinking Really Is

February 22, 2021

By Steven J. Pearlman, PhD I’ll let you in on a secret: defining critical thinking is typically a trap.  It’s a trap because critical thinking encompasses so many things.  For…

Aflac grants MIRCI $10,000 to support life skills lessons at Homeless Youth Drop-in Center

February 22, 2021

MIRCI’s Youth Drop-in Center (YDC), with the support of a $10,000 grant from Aflac, housed at the Central Carolina Community Foundation, will be able to offer more life skills lessons…

Pall Corporation establishing operations in Spartanburg County

February 22, 2021

$30.2 million investment will create 425 new jobs Pall Corporation (Pall), a global leader in filtration, separation and purification, announced plans to establish operations in Spartanburg County. The company is…

South Carolina healthcare employers hiring for hundreds of jobs during virtual career fair

February 22, 2021

MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – In-person recruiting events may be canceled, but we can’t afford to stop connecting talented job seekers and employers, especially in the healthcare industry. That’s why the…

Central South Carolina Habitat for Humanity receives donation from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation

February 22, 2021

Central South Carolina Habitat for Humanity received $5,000 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation, a gift that is needed now more than ever, as Habitat families face additional hurdles…

Richland Library makes updated service announcement

February 20, 2021

Richland Library is announcing additional hours of operation at our Sandhills location (763 Fashion Drive) and the expansion of services at our Southeast location (7421 Garners Ferry Road). Limited indoor…

Richland Library spotlights the power of reggae music

February 19, 2021

Richland Library continues our celebration of Black History Month with a virtual performance from an incredible Roots Reggae band. Join us for Evening Arts: Mystic Vibrations from 7 – 8…

Experience Columbia SC announces new vice president

February 19, 2021

Experience Columbia SC (ECSC) has named Jeff Homad as its new vice president. Homad, who comes to Columbia from Memphis Tourism, will be responsible for the leadership and management of…

Vikor Scientific and Quantgene partner to launch SerenityTM – ground-breaking advancement in precision genomics, personalized medicine

February 19, 2021

Vikor Scientific, a South Carolina-based leading, molecular diagnostics company headquartered in Charleston, S.C. with a rapidly expanding nationwide footprint, has announced a strategic investment in California-based Quantgene Inc. to accelerate…

Scentsy establishing operations in York County

February 18, 2021

More than $6 million investment will create over 200 new jobs in the first year Scentsy, a scented product distributor, today announced plans to establish operations in York County. The…

First Community Bank names J. Ted Nissen President

February 18, 2021

The First Community Bank Board of Directors announced today that Ted Nissen, Chief Banking Officer and Executive Vice President, has been named President, a newly established role. He will work…

SC Center for Fathers and Families receives $10K grant from SC Cancer Alliance to enhance the organization’s Men’s Health curriculum

February 18, 2021

The grant will help increase emphasis on prevention and wellness for non-custodial fathers enrolled in the program. Research shows that cancer is a leading cause of death among African American…

Fireflies 2021 Schedule & Game Times 

February 18, 2021

Opening Day at Segra Park slated for May 11  The Columbia Fireflies, in conjunction with Major League Baseball and the Kansas City Royals, today announced their 2021 season schedule. The…

2021 State of the City of Columbia Address

February 18, 2021

Two weeks ago Mayor Steve Benjamin stood in the beautiful and historic Columbia City Council chambers to formally announce that he will not seek re-election as Mayor of Columbia. On…

Dent Middle makes National Schools to Watch list

February 18, 2021

Dent Middle is the latest school in Richland School District Two to make the list of Schools to Watch® by the National Forum to Accelerate Middle Grades Reform. The school’s…

Burnette Shutt & McDaniel’s pro bono efforts honored with national award

February 18, 2021

Burnette Shutt & McDaniel is being recognized by the American Bar Association as a 2020 Pro Bono Leader for its efforts in assisting with the ABA’s Free Legal Answers Program.…

Historic Columbia launches ‘Historically Complex’ podcast series about the South Carolina State House grounds

February 18, 2021

Historic Columbia has launched a new podcast series. “Historically Complex” is a four-episode introduction to the layered history of the South Carolina State House grounds. Dr. Lydia Mattice Brandt, associate professor…

Highest Morningstar Rating for Wallick Investments’ Fidelis

February 17, 2021

Wallick Investments, LLC’s faith and factor-based separate account composite, Fidelis, received a 5-star Morningstar RatingTM among 446 Large-Cap Value products for 3-year, 5-year and Overall risk-adjusted performance as of December…

Tasha Butler introduces Columbia to a better-insurance buying experience, opens a Brightway Insurance Agency

February 17, 2021

Residents in and around Columbia now can experience a better way to buy insurance for their homes, vehicles and much more as veteran Insurance Agent and now Brightway Agency Owner,…