URS Capital Partners and Catalyst Capital Partners acquire $45M+ mixed-use project in Rock Hill, SC

October 11, 2020

A joint venture between URS Capital Partners, a NY based private real estate investment firm, and Catalyst Capital Partners, a Charlotte based real estate development firm, have recently closed on…

The Stoplight Project aims to help people express social distance comfort levels

October 11, 2020

NDB Association & Event Management recently announced the creation of The Stoplight Project, a campaign to bring awareness to the varying degrees of social distancing comfort levels in local communities.…

Mary Poppins returns to Town Theatre

October 11, 2020

After a 6-month hiatus, WE’RE BACK! Mary Poppins will return to the Town Theatre stage October 23 through November 14. Tickets will be available starting Wednesday, October 14 at 12…

Rotary District opens million-dollar campaign

October 11, 2020

Rotarians in eastern South Carolina are invited to take part in a new $1 million campaign supporting the Rotary Foundation – the international service club’s charitable endowment that underwrites programs…

Tony Timmerman — Broker in Charge at Home Advantage Realty Chapin

October 11, 2020

Tony Timmerman is Broker in Charge of Home Advantage Realty’s recently opened Chapin office. Tony’s years of work experience both in and out of real estate allow him to guide…

Richland Two Board of Trustees to meet Tuesday, October 13

October 10, 2020

The Richland Two Board of Trustees will hold a regularly scheduled board meeting on Tuesday, October 13, 2020.  At 4:30 p.m., the board will convene in executive session. Public session…

Longtime Richland Library volunteer receives statewide recognition

October 10, 2020

A longtime volunteer with Richland Library is receiving statewide recognition for her service to the community. On Wednesday, September 30, the Office of Governor Henry McMaster and the South Carolina…

Colliers Report: Columbia industrial is in a “space race”

October 9, 2020

Research & Forecast Report Q3-2020 COLUMBIA | INDUSTRIAL Key Takeaways The Columbia industrial market outperformed expectations with a total absorption of 229,640 square feet during the third quarter of 2020.…

Lakota Medical donates 200,000 masks to South Carolina

October 9, 2020

Gov. Henry McMaster was joined today by representatives from Inman-based Lakota Medical to announce the company’s $500,000 donation of 200,000 masks to the state of South Carolina. The donated masks…

Picnic in the Park with Town and Forest Acres

October 9, 2020

There’s nothing better than great music and great company – in the BEST neighborhood around! This month Town Theatre will present three mini-concerts by some fantastic performers that have graced…

S.C. Black Belt Hall of Fame revamps for future

October 9, 2020

By Alex Junes-Ward   The South Carolina Black Belt Hall (SCBBHOF) was restructured in Sept. 2020 with new organizational elements added on the model of the S.C. Athletic Hall of…

Two Spartanburg area women to be honored as Women of Distinction drive-in movie style

October 8, 2020

Girl Scouts of South Carolina–Mountains to Midlands will honor two Spartanburg area women at its annual Boots & Pearls: Women of Distinction Awards Celebration on Thursday, October 22, 2020 drive-in…

Lower Richland educator named 2020 Midlands Region Career Specialist of the Year

October 8, 2020

When colleagues describe Lower Richland High School Career Specialist Cynthia Flemming-Tyler, expect to hear words like “impeccable,” “going the extra mile” and “an advocate for students.” Those exceptional qualities have…

Supreme Court sides with The SCEA in major school funding case

October 8, 2020

The South Carolina Supreme Court issued a historic opinion late Wednesday, siding with The South Carolina Education Association and affirming that the use of public funds for private schools is…

Attorney General Alan Wilson obtains judgment resolving Community Health Systems data breach investigation

October 8, 2020

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, along with the attorneys general of 27 other states, has obtained a judgment against Tennessee-based CHS/Community Health Systems, Inc., and its subsidiary, CHSPSC LLC.…

Fifth Annual Growth Summit scheduled for November 19th

October 8, 2020

ERG Payroll & HR and GrowCo announce the Fifth Annual Growth Summit  GrowCo has announced the Fifth Annual Growth Summit, which is taking place on November 19th. The Growth Summit…

Smart Reef system to be installed off S.C. coast

October 8, 2020

Partnership between S.C. Floodwater Commission and Coastal Carolina University to generate offshore and marine information in real time The initial blocks of a sensor-laden “Smart Reef” system capable of gathering…

5 years after epic storm, county’s flood recovery efforts transforming community, lives

October 8, 2020

In October 2015, a historic storm and resulting floods inundated Richland County, devastating the lives of many residents, damaging or destroying thousands of homes and businesses, and impairing infrastructure. The…

Richland County Government assists local election officials

October 8, 2020

Richland County Government is assisting local election officials with a voter information effort to alleviate confusion about casting a ballot in the November election, the County Administrator announced this week.…

Oldcastle APG establishing operations in Fairfield County

October 8, 2020

More Than $25 Million Investment Will Create Approximately 100 Jobs Oldcastle APG, a leading global manufacturer of outdoor living and building materials, today announced plans to establish operations in Fairfield…

“Zooming in” on Clemson’s Fifth Annual Construction Symposium: October 15, 2020

October 8, 2020

Clemson University’s Nieri Family Department of Construction Science and Management in conjunction with the department’s Corporate Partner Companies will present its 2020 Annual Symposium virtually on October 15, 2020. Themed…

Healthy Blue℠ donates to MUSC Project ECHO to continue quality care for Opioid Use Patients

October 7, 2020

According to the American Medical Association*, states across the nation have reported increases in drug-related deaths during COVID-19. In South Carolina, the number of emergency responses to overdoses nearly doubled…

Carolina Business Equipment educates customers on ransomware

October 7, 2020

Leader in Managed Technology Services Helps Businesses Fight Malware Carolina Business Equipment, Inc., a leading managed technology services provider, announced today that they have launched a ransomware awareness campaign. The…

CT scan covid testing available at Providence Health in Fairfield County

October 7, 2020

The Fairfield Covid-19 Taskforce is offering a CT scan for initial diagnosis of covid with results provided to prescribing physicians within 24 hours. Protocols include any symptom of COVID and…

Trump Administration invests $3 million in distance learning and telemedicine infrastructure in South Carolina

October 7, 2020

Distance Learning and Telemedicine Investments will Benefit Rural South Carolina Residents   U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue along with South Carolina United State Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development…

Columbia Film Society welcomes Dr. Thaddeus Jones to team

October 7, 2020

The Columbia Film Society announced the hiring of Dr. Thaddeus Jones Jr. as Director of Programming. Jones will lead film programming for the Nickelodeon Theatre and direct the Indie Grits…

Notable public servant named to CIU board

October 7, 2020

Ken Blackwell, a nationally-known figure with an extensive career in public service has been named to the Columbia International University Board of Trustees. Blackwell has served as mayor of Cincinnati…

South Carolina Department of Education awarded $31.5 million charter school grant

October 7, 2020

State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman announced that South Carolina will receive a new grant award of more than $31.5 million over the course of the next five years from…

Added educational assistance available to local students

October 7, 2020

As local students and their families continue navigating through new learning environments, Richland Library is offering added educational assistance in three key areas. As part of the ConnectED Library Card…

Midlands karate instructor named to board of Black Belt Hall of Fame

October 7, 2020

By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Midlands karate instructor Rick Vitali was named to the board of directors of the S.C. Black Belt Hall of Fame (SCBBHOF) in mid-Sept. “Rick’s being…

Applications open for MTC Foundation Scholarships – Thousands of dollars available to students, whether academic or continuing education

October 7, 2020

Applications are open for the next round of scholarships from the Midlands Technical College Foundation. More than $100,000 is offered for new and existing students. Applications for spring scholarships will…

Presbyterian College hosts graduation for Class of 2020

October 7, 2020

Graduates from Presbyterian College’s Class of 2020 filed out of Neville Hall on the PC campus, all wearing masks. They made their way to the West Plaza, where friends and…

Richland Library discusses COVID-19 & college admissions

October 6, 2020

Applying to college may look a little different this year. Join Richland Library for COVID-19 and College Admissions: What You Need to Know from 6 – 7:30 p.m., Monday, October…

AO-The Space Day Spa & Salon now open at Verdae in Greenville

October 6, 2020

The newest tenant to open on the ground floor of NHE Inc’s headquarters building at 325 Rocky Slope Road at Legacy Square in the Verdae community is AO-The Space, a…

Wilson Kibler represents Perlon – The Filament Company in leasing ±23,636 SF of warehouse space

October 6, 2020

Wilson Kibler’s industrial specialist George McCutchen represented Perlon – The Filament Company in the recent lease of ±23,636 square feet at 3430 Platt Springs Rd. in West Columbia. According to…

100 Women Who Care Midlands SC donates $6,500 to Harvest Hope Food Bank

October 6, 2020

100 Women Who Care Midlands SC at their 3rd quarter meeting elected to support Harvest Hope with a donation of $6,500. Members of 100 Women Who Care Midlands SC presented…

Biscuits and Bluegrass brunch hybrid fundraiser

October 6, 2020

Buy Brunch Boxes to Support Local Seniors BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina presents Biscuits and Bluegrass brunch at Hunter-Gatherer’s Hangar on Saturday, October 31 with proceeds benefiting Senior Resources. When…

Richland One educator wins national teaching award

October 6, 2020

A.J. Lewis Greenview Elementary School first-grade teacher Mukkaramah Smith recently received the Donald H. Graves Award for Excellence in the Teaching of Writing. This prestigious honor from the National Council…

Midlands Technical College Commissioner honored

October 6, 2020

Midlands Technical College Commissioner Honored; Diane Sumpter wins Lifetime Achievement Award from business group The United States Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) has honored Midlands Technical College Commissioner Diane Sumpter.…

Richland County adds mask distribution events on Fridays

October 5, 2020

Richland County will hold several mask giveaways in the next few weeks as part of continuing efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The free events will take place on…

MEBA adds three members to Board of Directors

October 5, 2020

Midlands Education & Business Alliance (MEBA) has named three new members to the organization’s Board of Directors. MEBA is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that connects students of all ages, parents,…

IT-oLogy selected as a 2020 InnoVision Education Award finalist

October 5, 2020

IT-oLogy is one of three finalists selected for the InnoVision Education Award this year. The InnoVision Education Award is awarded to an organization that demonstrates an innovative application of technology…

Richland Library celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with online concert

October 5, 2020

Richland Library is recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month with a musical tour through Latin America. Join us for Evening Arts: Latin Caravan from 7 – 8 p.m., Friday, October 9 on…

Dominion Energy recognizes October as Energy Action Month with ways customers can save

October 5, 2020

In observance of National Energy Action Month, Dominion Energy South Carolina encourages customers to make their homes and businesses more energy efficient with easy, do-it-yourself tips – just in time…

State of South Carolina places in top 5 of Government Experience Awards

October 5, 2020

The Center for Digital Government awarded the State of South Carolina fifth place in the overall state category of the 2020 Government Experience Awards. South Carolina, which partners with digital…

Elliott Davis expands senior leadership team with four promotions

October 4, 2020

Prominent Accounting Firm Promotes within Greenville and Columbia Offices Elliott Davis, a leading business solutions firm with nine offices across the Southeast, announced that four team members have been promoted…

Mary Winter Teaster represents Hendrix Properties, LLC in the sale of a 1.44-acre parcel on Forest Drive

October 4, 2020

Colliers International | South Carolina’s Mary Winter Teaster represented Hendrix Properties, LLC in the sale of a 1.44-acre lot at 1510 & 1514 Brentwood Drive in Forest Acres to Cason…

Richland Library announces expansion of curbside & other services, starting 10/5

October 4, 2020

Richland Library is announcing the expansion of services with minimal contact. Starting Monday, October 5, there are more options for curbside service. Upon receiving notification, customers can access their holds…

Gov. Henry McMaster lifts restaurant occupancy limits statewide  

October 2, 2020

Gov. Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2020-63, which lifts all occupancy limitations in restaurants throughout South Carolina, effective immediately. Previously, South Carolina’s restaurants were operating at 50% capacity. Now, they…

DPX Technologies announces a new INTip™ size exclusion chromatography product line

October 2, 2020

Columbia, SC – DPX Technologies, a manufacturer of laboratory consumables for sample preparation, announces the development of a new product line for size exclusion chromatography. The technology is patent-pending and…