Bluestein Attorneys again named to Best Law Firms top tier for Columbia

November 5, 2020

Bluestein Attorneys has been named to the top tier for the Columbia area in two practice areas in the 2021 edition of “Best Law Firms,” a U.S. News – Best…

Burnette Shutt & McDaniel ranked it top tier in 2 Best Law Firms categories

November 5, 2020

Once again, Burnette Shutt & McDaniel has earned top-tier “Best Law Firm” honors for metro Columbia in two employment law practice areas. The firm is honored in Tier 1 in…

Ogletree Deakins’ Columbia office earned three Metropolitan Tier 1 practice area rankings

November 5, 2020

Ogletree Deakins, one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to announce that the firm has been named a “Law Firm of the Year” by…

Defense Engineering Services expanding operations in Charleston County

November 5, 2020

More Than $1.1 Million Investment Will Create 18 New Jobs Defense Engineering Services (DES), a service-disabled veteran-owned small business, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston County. The more…

Richland Library commends service of volunteers with 2020 awards

November 5, 2020

Richland Library is honoring the dedication and support of our volunteers. Please join us in congratulating the following valued members of our team, who are receiving special recognition and an…

U.S. News – Best Lawyers® ranks Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd in its 2021 “Best Law Firms” list

November 5, 2020

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd has been named a top-tier firm by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® in its 2021 “Best Law Firms” rankings for the 11th consecutive year. The firm earned…

Walkers and runners across the country go #PinkForPrisma for the 30th Walk for Life and Famously Hot Pink Half Marathon

November 5, 2020

More than 2,450 registered walkers and runners across South Carolina, 30 additional states and three countries helped Prisma Health Midlands Foundation kick breast cancer to the curb for the Virtual…

Continental announces tire safety recall of approximately 12,000 passenger and light truck tires in U.S.

November 5, 2020

Voluntary safety recall program involves Continental and General brand tires in different sizes Sudden air loss may occur. No reports of accidents Tires will be replaced at no charge FORT…

2020 Torch Award Winners

November 5, 2020

Announcing Your 2020 Torch Award Winners! November 5, 2020 – Our panel of judges spent the last few weeks reviewing all of our nominations for the 2020 Business of the…

Two-week push leads to more than 11,000 application submissions for SC CARES Act Relief Grant Programs

November 4, 2020

Gov. Henry McMaster and the South Carolina Department of Administration (Admin) today announced that 11,217 applications were received for the SC CARES Act grant programs for the Minority and Small…

Colliers Report: South Carolina industrial construction delivers despite the pandemic

November 4, 2020

Research & Forecast Report Q3-2020 SOUTH CAROLINA | INDUSTRIAL Key Takeaways The South Carolina industrial market absorbed 1.95 million square feet during the third quarter of 2020, dropping the vacancy…

Communities In Schools of the Midlands launch $180 Giving Campaign | 180 days of school is still in sight

November 4, 2020

Join the 180 Pledge Today! Like many other states, children that attend a public or private school in South Carolina goes to school 180 days a year. Young people are…

What’s Happening Around the Main Street District in November

November 3, 2020

City Center Partnership’s 19th Annual Celebration is Going to be Virtual this Year! Please join us on Monday, November 16 at 4:00 pm.  Please RSVP by Thursday, November 12 by…

Congaree National Park conducting prescribed burn Wednesday, November 4, 2020

November 3, 2020

Park rangers from Congaree National Park, along with staff from Kings Mountain National Military Park and the SC Forestry Commission, will be conducting a prescribed burn on Wednesday, November 4,…

Election day is here

November 3, 2020

November 3rd is here! If you haven’t already voted the only option left is to vote at your precinct. While there is significant focus on the Presidential election, there are many…

Just Say Something is throwing a Holiday Bazaar

November 2, 2020

Just Say Something is doing things a bit differently this fall! We would normally be having our Bucks for Shucks Oyster Roast fundraiser, but safety is our top priority for…

Berkshire Hathaway Energy acquires Dominion Energy natural gas business

November 2, 2020

As of November 1, 2020, Berkshire Hathaway Energy has completed its acquisition of Dominion Energy’s Gas Transmission and Storage business in the eastern region.  This new company, BHE GT&S, is…

South Carolina companies honored for manufacturing excellence

November 2, 2020

The Manufacturing Excellence Awards ceremony that anchors the final day of the 2020 S.C. Manufacturing Conference and Expo was held recently. The virtual ceremony included Innovator of the Year Awards…

Lexington District One ACT scores top state average

November 2, 2020

Lexington County School District One continues to outperform the state average on the ACT with an average score of 19.7, according to scores recently released by the South Carolina Department…

West Columbia receives Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 29th year

November 2, 2020

The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to the City of West Columbia by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada…

GaffneyLewis expands Charleston office with addition of new attorney

November 2, 2020

GaffneyLewis LLC announced that Emmanuel Ferguson has joined the firm as an attorney in the firm’s Charleston office. In addition to private practice experience, Ferguson served as an Assistant United…

Berkshire Hathaway Energy completes acquisition of majority of Dominion Energy’s gas transmission and storage business

November 2, 2020

DES MOINES, Iowa – Berkshire Hathaway Energy announced it has completed the purchase of Dominion Energy’s natural gas transmission and storage business, exclusive of Questar Pipeline Group. The transaction consideration…

Columbia Urban League – Young Professionals will provide relief to voters in the 2020 election

November 2, 2020

With support from Shield the Vote in partnership with Verizon, Nephron Pharmaceuticals and Premier Counseling, the Columbia Urban League Young Professionals will offer PPE, snacks and water to assist with…

Colliers Report: Columbia retail adapts and gains resiliency amid pandemic

November 2, 2020

Research & Forecast Report Q3-2020 COLUMBIA | RETAIL Key Takeaways Several of the Columbia Bi-Lo grocery stores will be converted to Food Lion and Lowe’s by next summer. Quick service…

Colliers International | South Carolina and LCK offices pledge $82,298 to United Way

November 2, 2020

Colliers and LCK offices across South Carolina participated in a virtual “Together We Can” United Way campaign to raise dollars and collect canned goods for local communities Colliers International |…

Commemorative prints of Black Lives Matter-inspired public art now available

November 2, 2020

Get a limited edition commemorative poster or postcard pack of the Black Lives Matter-inspired public art banners that are on display outside Richland Library Main (1431 Assembly Street). The Richland…

“COME AND FIGHT ME!”

November 2, 2020

The culture and legacy of U.S. Marines By W. Thomas Smith Jr. AS WE NEAR THE 245TH BIRTHDAY OF MY MARINE CORPS, I was thinking about why annual November 10…

Major Fostering Foster donor issues community challenge to donate up to $30,000 in matching funds

November 1, 2020

Fostering Foster Animal Rescue has the opportunity to end the year strong with the help of our community. A generous donor will match up to $30,000 in individual and business…

Halloween in Elmwood Park

October 29, 2020

While Halloween in the historic Elmwood Park neighborhood is not cancelled, the Elmwood Park Neighborhood Association (EPNA) is asking residents and visitors to practice social distancing, wear COVID-appropriate masks, and…

Beneficiary Designations: Why your Will and Trusts Aren’t Enough

October 29, 2020

By Anne Marie E. Ashworth, CFP® When developing a comprehensive estate plan, it is critical to understand which, if any, of your assets have (or could have) a beneficiary designated.…

Award-winning author & chef dishes up cultural significance of Soul Food

October 29, 2020

Join Richland Library as we feature a James Beard Award winner and renowned chef during Let’s Talk Race: A Conversation with Culinary Historian Michael Twitty from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.,…

Congaree Land Trust announces collaborative conservation of 5,620 acres

October 29, 2020

Four Conservation Easements Permanently Protect Richland County’s Natural and Scenic Lands  Over 5,600 acres east of Fort Jackson Military Base and south of McEntire Joint National Guard Base in Richland…

10 trivia questions to test your election knowledge

October 29, 2020

Have you ever wondered why presidential elections are held on a Tuesday? Or the reason why the Republican party symbol is an elephant and the Democratic party symbol is a…

Brewer Renewables establishing operations in Orangeburg County, SC

October 29, 2020

Brewer Renewables, a subsidiary of Seahorse Capital, announced plans to establish operations in Orangeburg County. The company is investing $85 million into the new operations. Founded in 2019, Brewer Renewables…

Nova Molecular Technologies, Inc. expanding operations in Sumter County

October 28, 2020

Nova Molecular Technologies, Inc., a chemical manufacturing company, today announced plans to expand operations in Sumter County. The more than $14.9 million investment will create 25 new jobs. Founded in…

South Carolina Department of Education launches new statewide program to engage students and families

October 28, 2020

State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman announced a new program that will support students who need help navigating the challenges of COVID-19 learning environments. The ENGAGE South Carolina program will…

Richland County names conservation Teacher of the Year

October 28, 2020

Meadowfield Elementary instructor engages pre-kindergarteners with passion for gardening Jamison Browder, a pre-kindergarten educator who has secured several grants for campus gardening projects, has been named the County’s Conservation Teacher…

CIU announces director of upcoming Nursing program

October 28, 2020

In preparation for a Nursing degree program at Columbia International University, Dr. Jill McElheny has been hired as the program director to begin laying a solid foundation for the future…

RCSD tests aviation assets

October 28, 2020

By W. Thomas Smith, Jr. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott took to the air Tues. afternoon,, Oct. 27, as pilots with the Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD) Aviation Unit tested…

VentureSouth recognized as a Top 10 angel group in North America

October 28, 2020

VentureSouth announced that it has been recognized as one of the top 10 angel investment groups in North America for the 3rd time. The ranking comes from the Angel Capital…

Mungo to begin spring construction of affordable residential development, The Oaks at St. Anna’s

October 28, 2020

The first phase of construction on a new development, The Oaks at St. Anna’s, will begin in April 2021 and includes 285 affordable residential units constructed on the former Gonzales…

From client to associate agent at The ART of Real Estate: Cheryl Grillo’s Story

October 28, 2020

The ART of Real Estate is pleased to announce Cheryl Grillo has joined the company’s Columbia office as Associate Agent. As a past client of The ART of Real Estate,…

Promoting Personal Finance Education Through Collaboration

October 28, 2020

By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis and Jim Morris, CEO of SC Economics   Personal finance education has never been more relevant than it is today in the COVID-19 era. The…

MTC renews Early Childhood Education accreditation

October 28, 2020

The Early Childhood Development Program at Midlands Technical College has renewed its accreditation through The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). “This process and recognition demonstrate our…

Dockside Logistics establishing operations in Dorchester County

October 27, 2020

$8.5 Million Investment Will Create 26 New Jobs Dockside Logistics, a leading warehousing and distribution company, announced plans to establish operations in Dorchester County. The $8.5 million investment will create…

Face mask distribution set for Richland Library North Main

October 27, 2020

Richland Library is partnering with Richland County Councilwoman Yvonne McBride to get face masks into the hands of local residents within her district. Starting Wednesday, October 28, customers can pick…

The Lexington One Educational Foundation welcomes seven new board members

October 27, 2020

The Lexington One Educational Foundation recently welcomed seven new members to its board of directors: Michael L. Boone, Harriet Poe Coker, Angela C. Douda, Kim Shealy Jeffcoat, LaMyron Jenkins, Dani…

South Carolina firefighters deliver 200 opioid antidotes in effort to prevent overdoses and save lives

October 27, 2020

Firefighters administering opioid overdose antidotes are having a significant impact in the battle against opioid overdose deaths in South Carolina, reaching a milestone number of 200 naloxone administrations for suspected…

Columbia SC Visitors Center launches online store

October 27, 2020

The Columbia SC Visitors Center, located at the corner of Gervais and Lincoln Streets and operated by Experience Columbia SC, officially launches an online store today. Merchandise available for purchase…

Continental Tire the Americas, LLC expanding headquarters in Lancaster County

October 27, 2020

Company Investing More Than $20 Million into the Expansion Continental Tire the Americas, LLC (Continental), a manufacturer and distributer of premium tires, today announced plans to expand the company’s Lancaster…