PurePower Technologies (PPT), a leader in the engineering and remanufacturing of diesel fuel injectors and turbochargers, announced Stephen Gow as director of business development and sales. Reporting to Managing Director…
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By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Less than a week before global expedition leader Tom Mullikin begins the first leg of his month-long 500-mile trek across South Carolina, the chairman of…
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Q: Why do I need to wear a mask? A: The virus that causes COVID-19 is most commonly spread through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person sneezes, coughs or…
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Pipeline Packaging, the largest US distributor of rigid industrial containers, relocated its Charlotte, NC office to Fort Mill, SC. “The southeast market is very important to Pipeline Packaging and I’d like to thank…
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The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today announced 1,291 new confirmed cases and 12 new probable cases of the novel coronavirus COVID-19, and 10 additional confirmed deaths. There are currently 832 hospital…
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In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) and its investment affiliate, SC Launch, Inc. have dedicated an additional $1.5 million in funding to support businesses…
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First Reliance Bank announced a partnership with MUSC Health Florence Division, in conjunction with MUSC’s Florence Office of External Affairs, to donate 26 Apple iPad’s to its medical centers. This…
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The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) is congratulating Mr. William “Bill” V. McCrary Jr. on the 50th anniversary of employment with William Barnet & Son, LLC in Spartanburg, South Carolina.…
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Rebecca “Becky” Bean, communications manager with the South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) has been promoted to Director of Communications. Bean, who has more than 10 years of public relations…
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The Kennedy Pharmacy Innovation Center (KPIC) announced that James Lindsay Cobbs has been named chair for the center. In his role, Cobbs will focus on creating a regulatory affairs program…
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$12.4 Million Investment Will Create 254 New Jobs Holy City Linen, a commercial laundry service company, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston County. The company’s $12.4 million investment…
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With temperatures rising outside, enjoy a night of cool jazz from the comfort of your home. Join Richland Library for Evening Arts: Ara-Viktoria from 7 – 8 p.m., Friday, June…
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Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is now offering free masks for travelers courtesy of The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). DOT recently announced their distribution of cloth facial coverings to the…
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Learning new dance moves during Hispanic Heritage Month or allowing students to slime her to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Dr. Brenda Mack-Foxworth does it all. Her…
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Six of the 36 educators in the inaugural South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program are from Richland School District Two. State Treasurer Curtis Loftis launched this new statewide initiative…
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ORBIS® Corporation, an international leader in reusable packaging, has expanded its metal rack fabrication capabilities and relocated into a larger facility in Greenville County, South Carolina. Investment and job additions…
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During a meeting held Tuesday, Lexington County Council voted to suspend discussions and planning regarding the Capital Project Sales Tax, more commonly known as the Penny Sales Tax. The vote…
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On Tuesday, June 23, 2020 the City of Columbia passed a city-wide ordinance concerning the use of face coverings in restaurants, retail stores, salons, grocery stores and pharmacies. The Five…
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The entrepreneurs who made their debut on Shark Tank with the popular SubSafe product have just launched their next great idea: Social Bands. In light of the current social-distancing guidelines, Social Bands was created to…
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The South Carolina State Museum Commission and the South Carolina State Museum Foundation Board are excited to announce Amy Bartow-Melia as the new executive director of the South Carolina State…
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In collaboration with South Carolina’s hospitality leaders, Governor Henry McMaster announced the South Carolina Palmetto Priority. The Palmetto Priority is a restaurant commitment aimed at instilling confidence with restaurant-goers as…
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Following a successful pilot of processing the existing holds of more than 2,000 customers, Richland Library is expanding its limited services to provide physical materials with minimal contact to all…
Read MoreColliers International Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina
Colliers International | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state: Charleston, SC Markus Kastenholz, CCIM represented The Beebe Family, LP…
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The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET), along with Columbia SC 63, Historic Columbia, Richland Library and Midlands area municipalities launched a tribute honoring local civil rights icon, Sarah…
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Robotic Liquid Handler, Donated by Kennedys, Increases University’s Daily Test Capacity Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation and the University of South Carolina are working together to expand COVID-19 testing for the Gamecock…
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$1.5 Million Investment to Create 21 New Jobs Power Pool Plus, Inc., an industrial generator manufacturer, contract steel fabricator and generator service provider, today announced plans to establish operations in…
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See the latest products and services from businesses and restaurants in and around one of South Carolina’s fastest growing counties at the Business Lexpo on Thursday, July 9 at River…
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Richland County is seeking input on whether to require residents to wear face coverings in public to help stop the continued spread of COVID-19. Some members of County Council requested…
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By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis Over the past few months, South Carolinians have been busy searching for financial relief anywhere they can find it. In addition to those who…
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James Lindler, Workers’ Compensation Claims Analyst with the South Carolina School Boards Insurance Trust (SCSBIT), has been promoted to Senior Claims Analyst. Lindler, who has 21 years of experience as…
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As positive cases of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 are on the rise in South Carolina, the state is increasing its goal of testing approximately 110,000 residents per month to 165,000…
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The ART of Real Estate is pleased to announce Adam Spires and Donnie Shealy have joined the company. Spires and Shealy are experienced full time real estate agents having worked…
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Company’s Expansion will Create 24 New Jobs Lowcountry Kettle, a producer of handmade, Lowcountry-inspired kettle chips, today announced plans to expand operations in Charleston County. The project will create 24…
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Joseph Bias, General Counsel of Midlands Technical College, is among the South Carolina lawyers named to the state Supreme Court’s inaugural “Pro Bono Honor Roll.” To be eligible, an attorney…
Read MoreSecretary of State Mark Hammond announces renewal of the High Growth Small Business Job Creation Act
Qualified businesses have reported creating over 1,200 jobs since 2013 Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that the state of South Carolina has renewed the High Growth Small Business Job…
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United Community Bank is proud to announce gifts totaling $10,000 to four United Way chapters throughout the bank’s southeastern footprint. The donations, which will help United Way further its mission…
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Southern First Bank welcomes Rhiannon Poore as Director of Marketing and Corporate Communications. Previously at Elliott Davis and FGP International, Rhiannon will be focused on helping the bank grow in…
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Register now to participate in West Columbia’s 3rd Annual Kinetic Derby Day on Saturday, September 26, 2020. This year brings new opportunities for fun with family and friends with new…
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Dubberly and Ewing-Turner will join Foundation’s governing board in July Two Midlands community leaders have been elected to serve on the Midlands Technical College Foundation Board. The newly elected members…
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Who: Senior citizens in Richland County who registered by the June 1 deadline and qualified for the Seeds of Hope voucher program, will need to pick up their vouchers this…
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Following is a statement from Richland County Councilman Joe Walker, District 6, in reference to a proposed ordinance by the City of Columbia that would require citizens to wear masks…
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Taylor Jackson, was promoted to Director of SC Logistics for the South Carolina Council on Competitiveness from her previous post as Deputy Director. Jackson will take the helm of the…
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Colliers International | South Carolina’s industrial brokerage team of Chuck Salley, SIOR, Dave Mathews, SIOR, Thomas Beard and John Peebles brokered the 54,312-square-foot lease at 128 McQueen Street in West…
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South Carolinians under the age of 30 are testing positive for COVID-19 in increasing numbers the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) reported today. As of today, 4,160 of…
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The Richland Library Friends and Foundation wants to send a friendly reminder about the upcoming deadline for the 2020 Ethel Bolden Minority Fellowship. Applications are due by Wednesday, July 1.…
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By W. Thomas Smith, Jr. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) has been retrofitting deputy uniforms (both shirts and ballistic vests) with the words PEACE OFFICER stitched below the already…
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Company Investing $26 Million into the Expansion VELUX Greenwood, LLC (VELUX), a world leader in skylights and roof window manufacturing, today announced plans to expand operations in Greenwood County. The…
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Miranda Kahn, host of AMERICA’s VOICE, spoke earlier this week with Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott about police reform and other law enforcement issues. Among Kahn’s questions and Lott’s answers…
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South Carolina ETV (SCETV) announced the return of its “Women Vision SC” initiative, which is recognizing 11 women leaders from across the state in a television program airing July 2…
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Meals on Wheels America, the leadership organization supporting more than 5,000 community-based programs across the country that are dedicated to addressing senior isolation and hunger, awarded a $75,000 grant to…
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