The Columbia City Council will conduct a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at City Hall (Council Chambers), 1737 Main Street, Third Floor, Columbia, SC 29201.…
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is announcing the award of $8 million in federal funding that was approved by the Federal Highway Administration for the emergency replacement of the…
2nd Annual Read Freely Fest Set for March 27-29, 2026 Richland Library proudly announces the return of Read Freely Fest, scheduled for March 27–29, 2026, at Richland Library Main (1431 Assembly St., Columbia,…
Public Voting Open from October 3rd – October 19th, 2025 The Big Red Barn Retreat (BRBR) has been selected as a finalist in the Honorees category in the 2025 Defender…
WHO: City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement WHAT: The City of Columbia’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (ONSE) is excited to announce that the South Carolina Opioid Recovery…
Who: The City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities What: The Office of Business Opportunities is introducing its 5-week course, Grow up and Grow Old: Columbia. Grow Up and Grow Old: Columbia is…
On Thursday, October 9, 2025, the Planning Commission meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the public and/or media…
The City of Columbia is kicking off a public planning process to improve safety for all roadway users – from our more vulnerable users like pedestrians and cyclists, to transit…
South Carolina Public Radio (SC Public Radio) is pleased to announce the premiere of Shortwave Kitsch Radio, an original audio drama series that combines history with creative storytelling. The series will…
Dominion Energy will begin performing tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods on Monday, October 6, 2025, at 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Distribution Line Tree Trimming:…
MLF’s grassroots weekend circuit expands to 12 Regional tournaments, allowing bass anglers to compete closer to home for lucrative prizes and qualify for the 43rd Annual BFL All-American Championship. Major…
Program Helps Restore South Carolina Tree Canopy One Year After Hurricane Helene PalmettoPride has awarded 1,503 trees to 18 organizations in 13 counties through its annual Tree Grant program, offered…
M. B. Kahn, a leading construction firm in the Southeast, announced the appointment of Jason Hlewicki as Senior Vice President, managing the company’s Charlotte office. With more than 25 years…
Pope Flynn, a law firm concentrating in public finance and governmental law, has expanded to Georgia, adding an office in Athens and broadening its Southeastern presence. The new office in…
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Columbia office rent growth accelerating behind consistent demand Market Highlights Healthy demand for office space in Columbia has propelled rent growth to levels comparable…
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group…
Turner Padget announces the addition of Kyle H. Cooper as an associate in the firm’s Columbia office. With a focus on counseling clients through litigation matters, Kyle brings experience in…
Herlong Sotheby’s International Realty has named Patrick Furman as its new Managing Broker for its McDaniel Greene office. As Managing Broker, Furman will oversee the daily operations by ensuring compliance,…
Mullikin says S.C. and the Galápagos Islands, face similar threats from erosion, sea-level rise, and extreme weather events Dr. Tom Mullikin, director of the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR),…
United Community is celebrating World Animal Day on October 4 by taking meaningful action to support animal welfare across the Southeast. Teams throughout the region will unite in service projects…
Governor Henry McMaster issued a proclamation celebrating October as South Carolina Manufacturing Month and Friday, October 3, as National Manufacturing Day across the state. The proclamation honors the strength, innovation,…
Twenty former leaders of the Greenville Chamber of Commerce came together last week at Endeavor Greenville for a Golden Era Reunion. The gathering honored the team whose vision and collaboration…
Jeff Lawler, a local REALTOR® with Live Oak Real Estate, has recently been appointed to the Sandhills School Board of Trustees, a premier independent school in Columbia, SC. Lawler brings…
Mashburn Construction, a leader in general contracting, announced the promotion of several team members to new leadership roles, following the completion of the company’s annual employee review process. These promotions…
Solutions for Living at Home, a trusted provider of elder support services and in home care, welcomed Luke Sox as its new Assistant Director. He assumed his new position in…
Robinson Gray attorneys Molly Campolong and Haley Moorman have been named to Columbia Business Monthly’s 2025 Best & Brightest 35 and Under list, which honors young professionals for their outstanding…
Columbia Museum of Art November 2025 Calendar EXHIBITIONS Keith Haring: Radiant Vision On view through February 15, 2026 Keith Haring (1958–1990) emerged as a shooting star of the New York…
New Name, Same Mission: Light The Night is the first event to launch under The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s New Name – Blood Cancer United The Midlands Region of The…
Partnership with SC Cancer Alliance Brings Awareness Series to Blythewood and Eastover Locations Richland Library is partnering with the South Carolina Cancer Alliance to present Chapters for Change, a series of free, educational sessions designed…
Pass includes access to Koger Center performances, chamber events and more The South Carolina Philharmonic has introduced a new all-access subscription option: SCP GO. For just $20 a month per…
Wadford set to lead $75 million Reimagine the Experience campaign to transform exhibitions and enrich visitor engagement The South Carolina State Museum announced the appointment of Mary Kathryne Wadford as…
Let’s Get It On – Celebrating the Music of Marvin Gaye & Motown Join us Friday, October 24, at the Prisma Health Amphitheater in Moore Park (7473 Church St., Irmo,…
The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center, the Lexington County Chronicle, and the League of Women Voters are jointly hosting a candidate forum for the upcoming Town of Lexington council election. …
The City of Columbia announces the availability of two prime City-owned properties for commercial development, marking a major milestone in the City’s ongoing effort to strategically transform downtown for economic…
Submission process through the entry portal will be closed at end of day on Wednesday, October 22. The City of Columbia’s Columbia Cell-A-Brates Cinema smart phone filmmaking competition continues to…
In Richland County, the spirit of giving is alive all year long. For the ninth consecutive holiday season, the County’s EMS employees are collecting toys, clothing and other items for…
The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center, the Lexington County Chronicle, and the League of Women Voters are jointly hosting a candidate forum for the upcoming Town of Lexington council election.…
The Big Red Barn Retreat (BRBR), a leading nonprofit dedicated to supporting veterans, military service members, and first responders, announced the appointment of Representative Brandon Cox of district 92 to…
Who: University of South Carolina, City of Columbia, Charles R. Drew Wellness Center and other health partners What: The City of Columbia will participate in the University of South Carolina’s Community Health…
Fall in love with all the events Historic Columbia (HC) has to offer in the coming weeks. From Trunk or Treat to the Fall Plant Sale, there is something for…
By Jeff Becraft From the ages of 13 to 16, I played on the same little league baseball team in the town baseball league. (I turned 16 before the…
By Reba Hull Campbell (Writer’s note: I wrote this in late October 2015 after reflecting on Columbia’s grace-filled response after the 1000-year flood. It seemed appropriate to revisit this grace…
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Unveils a Magical Fall and Winter Season Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is preparing an exciting lineup of fall and winter experiences, including a sensory-friendly day, family…
David M. Beasley is a former SC Governor and earned the Nobel Peace Prize for his work as Executive Director of the World Food Programme The Columbia World Affairs Council…
The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, a top-ranked public, residential high school for artistically talented students, is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year and…
By Tom Poland Stumbling Onto A Corpse Besides the solitary confinement of writing, I cut myself off from the world in two places. Hard-to-reach wilderness areas and forgotten churches where…
A.C. Flora High School’s girls tennis team won the 2025 Belton Hall of Fame Classic. The tournament, featuring the top eight girls tennis teams from across South Carolina, was held…
The Battle of Eutaw Springs was the last major battle of the Revolutionary War to be fought in South Carolina. Who won? It depends on whom you ask. The battle…
This year’s Chamber Uncorked Gala will take place at the South Carolina State Museum, setting the stage for a vibrant celebration of business, community, and connection. From curated culinary stations and…
President Michael Amiridis reflected on the achievements of the past year and looked to the future in his State of the University address on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, in the…