Orangeburg Area Small Business Development Center wins SBA awards

September 29, 2020

Orangeburg Area SBDC is named State and Southeast Regional SBDC of the Year The South Carolina SBDC network, the state’s principal provider of small business assistance, is pleased to announce…

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Calhoun, Fairfield and Lee counties to participate in community paramedicine program

September 29, 2020

Residents in Calhoun, Fairfield and Lee counties will soon be able to receive health assessments and non-emergency medical care at home from specially trained paramedics, rather than traveling to a…

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Lexington One Educational Foundation awards $25,000 in innovation grants

September 29, 2020

Foundation Awards $25,000 in Innovation Grants for K-8 Schools for 2020-2021 School Year The Lexington One Educational Foundation recently awarded a total of $25,000 in Innovation Grants for K-8 Schools…

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Richland Library Friends and Foundation announces 2020-2021 board

September 29, 2020

The Richland Library Friends and Foundation is excited to share its 2020-2021 board with the community. Leadership positions include: Cindy Cox, Chair Bob Mathews, Vice Chair Elizabeth Black, Secretary/Treasurer The…

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From social media to art exhibit: Lander University’s Doug McAbee has starring role

September 28, 2020

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to star in the painting of a famous artist? The “stay-at-home” days of the COVID-19 pandemic led Lander University artist Doug…

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Community Spotlight – Sean Powers, The Front Coffee & Tap

September 28, 2020

The Front Coffee & Tap officially opened in Columbia on May 11, 2020 right in the middle of the pandemic. They serve coffee, tea, beer, and wine, as well as…

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Let Your Voice be Heard with On the Table Community Conversations Oct. 4-10, powered by Central Carolina Community Foundation

September 28, 2020

Week of community discussions aims to help move region forward The third annual On the Table initiative — powered by Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ center for philanthropy —…

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Orangeburg Area SBDC is named State and Southeast Regional Small Business Development Center (SBDC) of the Year

September 28, 2020

The South Carolina SBDC network, the state’s principal provider of small business assistance, is pleased to announce that its Orangeburg Area Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has been named the SBA’s 2020…

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United Community Bank welcomes Brian Goff as Director of Portfolio Management

September 28, 2020

United Community Bank announced the addition of Brian Goff as Director of Portfolio Management. In this new role, Goff will be responsible for the management and oversight of the bank’s…

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Presbyterian College revises spring semester schedule

September 28, 2020

“As we proceed through this academic year, we continue to monitor the spread of COVID-19 and plan for challenging circumstances across the next several months,” Dr. Don Raber, PC’s Provost,…

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Presbyterian College Revises Spring Semester Schedule

September 28, 2020

“As we proceed through this academic year, we continue to monitor the spread of COVID-19 and plan for challenging circumstances across the next several months,” Dr. Don Raber, PC’s Provost,…

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Colliers International brings Midway Logistics IV building in Lexington County Industrial Park to full occupancy

September 28, 2020

Magnus Development gears up to break ground on next speculative development Colliers International | South Carolina’s Chuck Salley, SIOR, Dave Mathews, SIOR, Thomas Beard and John Peebles represented Magnus Development…

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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Kaitlin Beck selected for Leadership Columbia’s Class of 2021

September 28, 2020

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Kaitlin Beck has been selected to participate in the Columbia Chamber of Commerce Leadership Columbia Class of 2021. As a member of the 48th Leadership…

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9th Annual Fallen Officer Memorial Ride Preview Breakfast

September 28, 2020

The Deputy Roger Rice Ride-On Funds Foundation will host a preview breakfast for the 9th Annual Fallen Officer Memorial Ride on Friday, October 16th. The breakfast will be held at Destination Powersports 23165…

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Capitol Places offering FREE RENT!

September 27, 2020

Capitol Places is a conventional apartment complex located in the heart of the Main Street District. We have six buildings with various apartment sizes that range from one to three…

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InnoVision Awards announces 2020 award finalists

September 27, 2020

InnoVision Awards recognizes innovation in South Carolina annually through its InnoVision Awards program. This year, InnoVision received a record number of applications reflecting both the strength of the innovation economy…

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IT-oLogy among 2020 InnoVision Awards finalists

September 27, 2020

InnoVision Awards recognizes innovation in South Carolina annually through its InnoVision Awards program. This year, InnoVision received a record number of applications reflecting both the strength of the innovation economy…

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Transportation Penny Advisory Committee to meet virtually – Sept. 28

September 25, 2020

Richland County will hold a virtual Transportation Penny Advisory Committee meeting at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 28. Those who wish to participate in the public input portion of the meeting…

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Congratulations Main Street District!

September 25, 2020

The Main Street District is excited to win Free Times Best of Columbia 2020 for the ‘Biggest Improvement in Columbia this Year’.  We are proud to win this award for…

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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis Recognizes Shannon Rister of W.A. Perry Middle School as Educator of the Month

September 25, 2020

South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized W.A. Perry Middle School’s Shannon Rister as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the Month for September. “Without financial…

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City Center Partnership welcomes Family Fresh Mex to the Main Street District

September 25, 2020

City Center Partnership announces Family Fresh Mex is now open at 1200 Main Street (Behind the ABC Columbia building). Customers may recognize the name from the food truck at Soda…

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Record enrollments at Columbia International University and Ben Lippen School

September 25, 2020

The upward enrollment trend at Columbia International University and Ben Lippen School continues in record breaking fashion. CIU’s enrollment has increased four straight years. A total of 2,145 students are…

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Native American Studies Center Hosts Press Conference, Panel Discussion on Columbus

September 25, 2020

Discussing the growing controversy over Columbus Day celebrations and Columbus statues, USC Lancaster’s Native American Studies Center will host a virtual press conference and panel discussion on Zoom from noon-1:30…

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Home Advantage Realty welcomes Michelle McDonnell

September 24, 2020

Home Advantage Realty announced that Michelle McDonell has joined the company’s Devine Street office. Michelle is a lifelong native of South Carolina who has called Columbia her home since 2001.…

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Six South Carolina Schools receive National Blue Ribbon School honors

September 24, 2020

U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos recognized six South Carolina schools nominated by State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2020. The recognition is based on…

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PSTA response to close of session of South Carolina General Assembly

September 24, 2020

Kathy Maness, Executive Director In the midst of a pandemic, South Carolina’s teachers are working harder than ever to honor their commitment to the children of our state. Across South…

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Tactical Medical Solutions LLC expanding operations in Anderson County

September 24, 2020

More Than $1.7 Million Investment Will Create 21 New Jobs Tactical Medical Solutions LLC, a global leading developer and manufacturer of pre-hospital medical products and patient simulators, today announced plans…

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October is harvest season at the State Farmers Market

September 24, 2020

Market Restaurant Also Set to Reopen  As the weather cools and the fall harvest begins, vendors at the South Carolina State Farmers Market are stocking pumpkins, decorative gourds, mums and…

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Columbia Chamber announces 2020-2021 Board of Directors

September 24, 2020

Tim Arnold, CEO and President of Colonial Life, to Chair Columbia Chamber Board of Directors The Columbia Chamber announced the 2020-2021 Board of Directors with the addition of nine new…

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Presbyterian College’s new Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program granted Candidacy Status

September 24, 2020

The Accreditation Commission of Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) recently granted the Presbyterian College Occupational Therapy Doctorate program “Candidacy Status.” In reviewing the program’s plans for opening and resources available for…

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Mashburn Construction named one of the fastest-growing companies in South Carolina

September 24, 2020

Mashburn Construction has been recognized as one of the 40 fastest growing companies in South Carolina for 2020 by SC Biz News. Celebrating within the Large business category, this represents…

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City of Columbia brings broadband access to Colony Apartment community on Beltline Boulevard

September 24, 2020

City of Columbia Partners with Technology Companies, and Receives Generous Donation From Radio Personality Charlamagne Tha God, to Bring Broadband Access to Colony Apartment Community on Beltline Boulevard On Friday,…

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UofSC faculty garner more than $279 million in research and sponsored awards funding

September 24, 2020

For the sixth time in as many years, the University of South Carolina has set a new record for external research and sponsored award funding—garnering $279.5 million in funding during…

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South Carolina plans action on climate change issues

September 24, 2020

Senior environmental attorney Tom Mullikin of Camden – chair of the Governor’s Floodwater Commission – is leading efforts to help defend South Carolina from the effects of a warming planet.…

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Richland Library’s next artist-in-residence brings photojournalism into focus

September 23, 2020

A local artist who aims to facilitate real dialogue by capturing moments in time through a camera lens is sharing his talents with Richland Library over the next three months.…

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ROI Commercial assists national tenant in expansion

September 23, 2020

ROI Commercial, LLC, Principal and Broker, Sherri C. Burriss, negotiated a turn-key office lease at 209 Stoneridge Drive Columbia, SC. The stand-alone 17,200+ square foot building will be occupied by…

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U.S. News & World Report ranks Presbyterian College among nation’s best at social mobility

September 23, 2020

According to the U.S. News & World Report, “Economically disadvantaged students are less likely than others to finish college, even when controlling for other characteristics. “But some colleges are more…

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NAI Columbia facilitates $1.25 million sale of 295 acres of farming, recreational and timberland south of Columbia

September 23, 2020

NAI Columbia’s Tom Milliken, Tombo Milliken and Nelson Weston, III, represented the seller, John Foster, in the $1.25 million disposition of 295 acres of farming, recreational and timberland located on…

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Charleston Commercial adds several key downtown properties to its listings portfolio

September 23, 2020

Charleston Commercial, a key player in the downtown Charleston real estate market, has listed several well-established downtown properties for sale or lease. The company has created a portfolio of properties,…

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County Councilwoman McBride to distribute masks at Census event

September 23, 2020

Richland County Councilwoman Yvonne McBride will help give away face masks at a 2020 Census event as part of the County’s efforts to help combat the spread of COVID-19. The…

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Private donation boosts program for foster care students – Nord Family Foundation gift to support PACT at Midlands Technical College

September 23, 2020

The Prioritizing Academics and Career Training program (PACT) at Midlands Technical College (MTC) has just received a $30,000 grant. The funds come from The Nord Family Foundation. The PACT program…

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Together SC announces new board members, selected by South Carolina nonprofits

September 23, 2020

Together SC, the state’s network of nonprofit organizations and their allies for good, recently announced four new board members elected by its nonprofit member organizations from across South Carolina. They…

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Smith named to board of Black Belt Hall of Fame

September 23, 2020

By Alex Junes-Ward W. Thomas Smith Jr., a New York Times bestselling editor and former U.S. Marine, was named to the board of directors of the S.C. Black Belt Hall…

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SCDOT’s public notification of proposed safety improvements along US 176 near Columbia

September 22, 2020

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is providing notification of the Transportation Commission-approved public comment period. The public has the opportunity to comment on an action to amend the 2017-2022…

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Brennan Investment Group hires Rob Gage as Senior Vice President, North and South Carolina

September 22, 2020

Brennan Investment Group, a private real estate investment firm that acquires, develops, and operates industrial facilities throughout the United States, is pleased to announce that Rob Gage has joined the company as Senior…

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SCDOT’s public notification of proposed conversion of Cross Island Parkway to non-tolled road in Hilton Head

September 22, 2020

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is providing notification of the Transportation Commission-approved public comment period for the proposed conversion of the Cross Island Parkway toll facility in to…

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City of West Columbia and Town of Springdale partner for $20,000 grant to launch Employee Financial Wellness Programs 

September 22, 2020

The Grant is Part of a New National Initiative Supported by the Wells Fargo Foundation in Collaboration with the Center for State and Local Government Excellence, the International Public Management…

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AccelerateSC offers centralized dashboards for citizens to quickly find COVID-19, economic revitalization data

September 22, 2020

The state’s one-stop website, accelerate.sc.gov, now provides South Carolinians a single place to see the latest data about economic revitalization efforts, COVID-19 statistics and many other topics. Citizens can access…

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Historic Columbia announces winners of 21st annual Volunteer Awards

September 22, 2020

Historic Columbia is happy to announce the winners of this year’s Volunteer Awards. For the past two decades, Historic Columbia has recognized the dedication of time and energy of its…

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Maxwood Furniture expanding operations in Marion County

September 22, 2020

More Than $5.8 Million Investment Will Create 30 New Jobs Maxwood Furniture, a manufacturer and distributor of bedroom furniture, today announced plans to expand operations in Marion County. The more…

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