Two GaffneyLewis attorneys named to Legal Elite

August 6, 2020

  Two attorneys from the law firm of GaffneyLewis, LLC have been included in the 2020 Legal Elite of the Midlands. Attorneys recognized in the publication include: Amy L. Gaffney…

Jasmine Smith named to SC Top 40 Under 40 list by National Black Lawyers

August 5, 2020

Jasmine Smith, an associate with Robinson Gray law firm, has been named to the South Carolina Top 40 Under 40 list for 2020-2021 by National Black Lawyers. The award is…

Unrestricted $5,000 grants to reward eligible S.C. artists

August 5, 2020

S.C. Arts Commission opens applications for FY22 Fellowships Open to artists in visual arts, craft, media production & screenwriting Deadline to apply is Monday, Nov. 16, 2020 Resident South Carolina…

Colliers Report: South Carolina industrial construction delivers despite the pandemic

August 5, 2020

Research & Forecast Report Q2-2020 SOUTH CAROLINA | INDUSTRIAL Key Takeaways Despite predictions of construction delays, the South Carolina industrial market had 3.01 million square feet of construction completions during…

4-star Morningstar rating continues for Wallick Investments Fidelis

August 5, 2020

1 of only 7 RIA firms in South Carolina to receive Morningstar ratings, Wallick Investments, LLC’s Fidelis composite received a 4-star Morningstar RatingTM among 458 Large-Cap Value products for 3-year,…

City Year Columbia announces new Board Chair

August 5, 2020

City Year Columbia, the local chapter of a national nonprofit organization dedicated to combating the dropout rate and realizing educational equity for students at underserved schools, welcomed Iris Griffin as…

Nephron announces $50,000 donation to Red Cross of South Carolina

August 5, 2020

Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation, one of the fastest-growing pharmaceuticals companies in the nation, today announced a $50,0000 donation to the American Red Cross of South Carolina in order to offset the…

Sheriff’s Dept. graduates first class of RCSD interns

August 5, 2020

By W. Thomas Smith, Jr. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott presented graduation certificates to the first class of interns with the new Richland County Sheriff’s Department’s (RCSD) Internship Program, Tues.,…

Museum marks 100th anniversary of 19th amendment with exhibit and programs

August 4, 2020

It’s been 100 years since the 19th Amendment passed, which gave women the right to vote, and the South Carolina State Museum is honoring the 100th Anniversary with a new…

Team of Scientists, including SC State Museum Curator, discover two new 40 to 65 million-year-old fossil shark species in the Southeastern U.S.

August 4, 2020

These new species are ancient relatives of modern Sand Tiger Sharks A team of scientists is pleased to announce the discovery of two new fossil shark species from the southeastern…

Just Open!! Regional Medical Center is giving away 9 FREE B-12 shots to 9 random people

August 4, 2020

Regional Medical Center is now open and is giving away 9 FREE B-12 injections to 9 lucky people. We also provide a weight management program here since COVID has brought…

Scribble Season 2 Launch Party

August 4, 2020

Mark your calendars: Scribble is celebrating a second season of innovators on August 19th! When: August 19, 2020, 5:30P-7:00P What: Scribble Season 2 Launch Party The concept for Scribble started…

Internal Communication Tips during COVID-19

August 4, 2020

By Jesica Johnson Mackey NP Strategy   Effective and regular communication during COVID-19 is a must for any organization. As COVID-19 changes the daily operations of organizations, so should your…

Back-to-School initiatives keep conservation efforts in mind

August 4, 2020

As the new school year approaches, the Richland County Soil and Water Conservation District offers a pair of opportunities for K-12 students, teachers and staff to engage in conservation efforts:…

South Carolina attorney earns prestigious CEPA Designation

August 4, 2020

W. Alex Weatherly, Jr. , an Attorney with Callison Tighe & Robinson, LLC in Columbia, SC receives CEPA Designation and joins international community of business advisors as a member of…

Barnes Alford attorneys selected as Legal Elites

August 4, 2020

Barnes Alford attorneys Weldon R. Johnson, David G. Wolff, Kay Gaffney Crowe, Alan J. Reyner, Richard C. Thomas, Robert T. Strickland, Curtis W. Dowling, Matthew G. Gerrald, and Jeffrey D.…

Mary Caskey named one of Columbia’s 2020 “Women of Influence”

August 4, 2020

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd is pleased to announce that Mary Caskey has been selected as one of nineteen “Women of Influence” by the Columbia Regional Business Report. Mary and her fellow…

CREW Midlands-SC invites you to a virtual CREW Coffee – August 13

August 4, 2020

Join us for a coffee and talk with Adrienne Bain, CREW Network Director (2020-2021). During this event Adrienne will talk about her personal journey in CRE as a person of…

Experience evening of storytelling through song with Richland Library

August 4, 2020

Enjoy a beautiful night of storytelling through song with Richland Library. Join us for Evening Arts: Danielle Howle from 7 – 8 p.m., Friday, August 7 on our Facebook Page.…

South Carolina ETV Education team to host professional development webinar series Aug. 5-20

August 4, 2020

Featuring local and national speakers, series aims to serve educators preparing for new school year South Carolina ETV (SCETV) will host a professional development webinar series for educators, starting Wednesday, Aug.…

US LBM acquires Maner Builders Supply

August 4, 2020

Leading national specialty building products distributor expands in Georgia and South Carolina US LBM Holdings, LLC, a leading distributor of specialty building materials in the United States, has acquired Maner…

Native American Studies Center remains closed to public, goes virtual this fall

August 4, 2020

After considering safety concerns related to the current spikes in COVID-19 cases, USC Lancaster’s Native American Studies Center will remain closed to the public through fall instead of opening on…

The Newberry Opera House prepares for opening night

August 3, 2020

The Newberry Opera House will officially raise the curtain on Saturday, August 15, 2020, with Black Jacket Symphony and their tribute to Prince’s “Purple Rain” album!  The Board of Directors along…

Central Carolina Community Foundation celebrates Black Philanthropy Month and Give 8/28

August 3, 2020

Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ local center for philanthropy, invites the community to join the annual Black Philanthropy Month (BPM) celebrations throughout August 2020. Local celebrations will include weekly…

Statement on SCDOR’s audit findings

August 3, 2020

Richland County Government recently was notified of findings of the audit by the S.C. Department of Revenue (SCDOR) on the County’s Transportation Penny Program. Throughout the audit and legal process, Richland…

108 South Carolina industrial facilities honored for safety accomplishments

August 3, 2020

Today, the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) recognized 108 industrial facilities throughout the state for outstanding workplace safety accomplishments during 2019. Facilities with a low rate of incidents resulting in…

Celebrating ABLE to Save Month with our partners

August 3, 2020

By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis Because our citizens living with disabilities deserve the same chance to achieve financial independence and stability as all South Carolinians do, I’m proud to serve…

Survey respondents needed to Build it Back Better

August 3, 2020

South Carolina leaders urge parent to fill out Child Care Survey  The South Carolina Early Childhood Advisory Council (ECAC) and the United Way Association of South Carolina want to hear…

Six Burnette Shutt & McDaniel attorneys included in Legal Elite

August 3, 2020

Six attorneys at Shutt Burnette & McDaniel are listed in the newest edition of “Legal Elite of the Midlands,” an annual guide that honors the region’s top attorneys. This year’s…

Thirteen Robinson Gray attorneys named among ‘Legal Elite’ for 2020

August 3, 2020

Columbia Business Monthly has named 13 Robinson Gray attorneys to the 2020 Legal Elite of the Midlands. The recognition honors attorneys in the Midlands whom their peers consider outstanding in…

Three Bluestein Attorneys partners named to Legal Elite for 2020

August 3, 2020

Columbia Business Monthly has named three partners with Bluestein Attorneys to the 2020 Legal Elite of the Midlands. The recognition honors attorneys in the Midlands whom their peers consider outstanding…

State Superintendent Molly Spearman approves thirty six school district reopening plans, requires face masks in public school facilities

July 31, 2020

Today, State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman announced the approval of thirty six school district reopening plans as well as approval of the reopening plans for the two residential Governor’s…

The Koger Center for the Arts announces the winner of the 1593 Project – A Call for Art from the Koger Center for the Arts

July 31, 2020

The Koger Center for the Arts is proud to announce that artist, Kimberly Case has been selected winner of the 1593 Project – A Call for Art from the Koger…

Matthew Warren promoted to operations director for Lexington County School District One

July 31, 2020

Matthew E. Warren was recently promoted to operations director for Lexington County School District One, effective July 1, 2020, after serving as the district’s operations program manager for five years.…

No-contact appliance recycling available for Dominion Energy South Carolina customers

July 31, 2020

Dominion Energy South Carolina’s residential electric service customers can schedule a free, no-contact pickup of their old, unused or unwanted, secondary refrigerators and freezers. Appliances collected are recycled through the…

La’Jessica Stringfellow named Star of the Quarter by ABA Young Lawyers Division

July 31, 2020

La’Jessica Stringfellow, an associate with Robinson Gray law firm, was recognized by the American Bar Association Young Lawyers Division (ABA YLD) as a “Star of the Quarter” during the group’s…

Alliance tackles manufacturing issues

July 31, 2020

The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance has been working during the COVID-19 pandemic to help Palmetto State industries navigate issues including worker safety, lack of child care, supply chain interruptions, unemployment…

New live-work spaces coming to the Vista

July 31, 2020

Local architect and long-time Vista investor Scott Garvin is transforming the buildings at 1209 and 1211 Gadsden Street into new a live-work complex called Gadsden Place. The longtime home of…

Charitable Considerations When Selling a Business

July 30, 2020

By Bethany M. Griffith, CFP®, EA   Running a business is full of decision points, strategy planning, and opportunities. All of these factors remain when it is time to sell…

Apply to become Richland Library’s artist-in-residence this fall

July 30, 2020

In an effort to provide continued support to local artists and share their talents with the community, Richland Library is accepting applications for our next artist-in-residence in fall 2020, starting…

State Superintendent Molly Spearman approves twenty five school district reopening plans

July 30, 2020

Today, State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman announced the approval of twenty five school district reopening plans submitted to the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE). “School district leaders, working…

Sylvan Learning Centers offering school support program for e-learning

July 30, 2020

In response to the continuation of virtual schooling, the Sylvan Learning Centers in Midlands will be offering online school support for students wanting to get the most out of virtual…

Richland County seeks public input on federal funding

July 30, 2020

Projects and activities aimed at addressing the needs of low-to-moderate-income people and communities in Richland County will be the focus of an upcoming virtual meeting. The County’s Community Development Department…

Elizabeth Black to serve as Secretary/Treasurer of Richland Library Friends and Foundation

July 29, 2020

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Elizabeth Black is serving as the Secretary/Treasurer of the Richland Library Friends and Foundation for 2020-2021. The Richland Library Friends and Foundation was formed in…

Midlands Technical College flips the script in response to COVID-19

July 29, 2020

The largest technical college in central South Carolina is leading the way in real-time instruction during the COVID-19 pandemic. Today, Midlands Technical College (MTC) announced details of its highly-revised course…

Gov. Henry McMaster takes additional action to slow virus spread

July 29, 2020

Additional Restrictions on Restaurants, Government Buildings, Limits Crowd Sizes, Calls on Local Governments to Pass Ordinances Gov. Henry McMaster announced that all previously recommended guidelines for restaurants and other establishments…

One of The Citadel’s most in-demand programs gains a new leader

July 29, 2020

Intelligence and Security Studies now headed by Dr. Larry Valero Protecting America is a relentless pursuit, requiring continually expanding teams of highly trained intelligence and security professionals. For example, the…

First Reliance Bank named Best Places to Work in South Carolina for fifteenth consecutive year

July 29, 2020

First Reliance Bank was recently named as one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina. The fifteenth annual program was created by SC Biz News in partnership with…

All Clear Plumbing celebrates anniversary of program with a graduation

July 29, 2020

All Clear Plumbing celebrated the fifth anniversary of its innovative apprenticeship program with a graduation on Wednesday. Ken Dodd, Kevin Baesman, and Paul Smith are the most recent group of…

$4.1 million to support S.C.’s arts, cultural work in FY21

July 29, 2020

The South Carolina Arts Commission is announcing grants totaling $4.1 million awarded in at least 41 South Carolina counties to support arts and culture work in the new fiscal year.…