Cheryl Holland Recognized for Outstanding Achievements During 7th Annual Power in Heels The Columbia Chamber announced the winner of the 2025 Cathy Novinger Trailblazer Award, presented by BlueCross BlueShield of…
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South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis is pleased to recognize the sixth cohort of educators who have qualified to become South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teachers. This year’s Bronze level cohort…
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June is National Gun Violence Awareness Month and the Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (ONSE) is partnering with several community organizations to host fun activities and informative workshops all…
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PAWLEYS ISLAND, S.C. – Caledonia Golf & Fish Club and True Blue Golf Club, two of America’s top 100 resort courses, have added another accolade to their long list of…
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The Solid Waste Division will once again focus on expedited trash collection for move outs, specifically. Solid Waste experiences large increases in bulk item collection during the spring and summer…
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Who: City of Columbia Community Development Department and participating lender partners What: A partnership workshop to provide realtors with valuable information about our housing loan programs and the offerings available through our partner lenders. Some…
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The City of Columbia Mayor’s Office and Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement is proud to partner with EMS CLOSET, a volunteer-driven nonprofit founded by three generations of educators, to…
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State Museum Executive Director among 25 leaders shaping the future of the museum field. The South Carolina State Museum announced that its Executive Director Amy Bartow-Melia has been selected as…
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The statewide campaign encouraged SC residents to pick up litter and keep South Carolina beautiful PalmettoPride, South Carolina’s anti-litter organization, concluded its inaugural SC Sweep campaign in early May. The…
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The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. MUNICIPAL ELECTION COMMISSION Seeking to fill one (1) vacancy. The purpose of the…
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What: The City of Columbia At-Large Councilmembers announce a new initiative designed to foster stronger engagement between elected officials and the residents they serve. Beginning with Councilwoman Aditi Bussells, each At-Large…
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The City of Columbia is taking bold, collaborative steps to combat food insecurity through innovative partnerships, strategic investment, and community-centered programs. From mobile markets to technology-driven delivery, city leadership continues…
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As of Monday, June 2, a portion of the Riverfront Park trail will be temporarily closed for approximately six months as Columbia Water begins construction on a new water intake…
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Mark your calendars – we hope you can join us Monday, June 16, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. at Stormwater Studios for an informational meeting about the Williams…
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Griffin Humphries founding members James M. Griffin and Badge Humphries are included in the 2025 edition of “Super Lawyers,” a peer-reviewed directory of the nation’s leading attorneys . James M.…
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As of July 7, the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles will close its branch office for customer service located at 10311 Wilson Blvd. in Blythewood. The office closure is…
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Alvin Allen, academic integration specialist in Richland One’s Office of Career and Technical Education (CTE), has been named the 2025 South Carolina Association for Career and Technical Education (SCACTE) Teacher…
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Trustus Theatre is set to dazzle audiences with the 26th Annual Vista Queen: Queens of Pop!, a glittering lip sync battle and fundraiser celebrating the icons of pop music. Hosted by the…
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Hood Construction announced the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation has recognized Hood with a Gleaming Star Award. The Safety Awards reception was held on June 2nd in the…
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Community Partnership Benefitting Harvest Hope Food Bank Returns June 10 Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is partnering with Harvest Hope Food Bank for the return of Toucan Tuesdays. On Tuesday, June…
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Steel Hands Brewing is excited to kick off its fifth anniversary of its Nashville Nights concert series, presented by Jim Hudson Audi of Columbia, with a hand selected lineup of…
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Climb Channel Solutions customers will gain access to advanced high availability solutions to ensure continuous operation of critical applications SAN MATEO, CA and COLUMBIA, SC – SIOS Technology Corp., a…
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New Summer initiative announced by Palmetto State leaders this week By W. Thomas Smith Jr. U.S. Congressman Joe Wilson, S.C. Lt. Governor Pamela Evette, S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR)…
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Ellison Kibler, a prominent private wealth management team based in Columbia, SC, has earned national recognition, being named to the prestigious Barron’s Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams list for…
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The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) has awarded Columbia Business Broker, David Yezbak, with the Platinum Chairman’s Circle Award for the fifth consecutive year. This award recognizes individuals who closed…
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Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announced the appointment of three new board members. Jennie Cluverius, Darrin Goss, and Billy McClatchey joined the company and the…
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A new economic impact study conducted by the University of South Carolina’s Darla Moore School of Business confirms that Haile Gold Mine, located near Kershaw, SC, continues to be a…
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Experienced Industry Professionals Join to Lead Charleston and Upstate Offices Heritage, a leading provider of outdoor services and sustainable landscape solutions for South Carolina businesses, has announced the hiring of…
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Legendary martial arts tournament fighter and five-decade karate instructor praised By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Midlands-area Karate legend and lifelong martial arts tournament fighter and instructor Mike Genova welcomed throngs…
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The Big Red Barn Retreat (BRBR) announced the appointment of Mitch Ray as its new Executive Director, effective June 2, 2025. With over 15 years of leadership experience and a…
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Ezekiel Ministries, a faith-based nonprofit dedicated to mentoring youth in the Midlands, announced the appointment of Christian Markle as its new Executive Director, effective June 9. Founded in 2009, Ezekiel…
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The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities celebrated 25 years of transformative arts education at its milestone 25th Anniversary Gala, held Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson joined a multi-state effort to encourage the U.S. House of Representatives to pass the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act and create a framework for lawful concealed…
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By Jeff Becraft Years ago, I was at a friend’s wedding in Virginia Beach and one of the friends who was also at the wedding was telling me about…
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By Tom Poland Cynicism Sometimes Is Backed By Reality I remember the Vietnam anti-war protests at the University of Georgia. Some group firebombed the Army ROTC building and I…
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The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) has named Will Johnson, a shareholder at Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A., as its 2025 Ally of the Year. The Ally of the Year…
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Midlands Technical College Vice President for Business Affairs Debbie M. Walker has been elected president of the Southern Association of College and University Business Officers (SACUBO). Her one-year term starts…
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Moore Bradley Myers names two as firm partners: Sierra Carini Hartley and Emily E. Collins. Sierra Carini Hartley practices in the areas of Insurance Defense, Medical Malpractice Defense, Civil Litigation and Personal Injury. Sierra is a…
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Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Outward expansion driving grocery-anchored construction Market Highlights The Columbia retail market remains tight even as declining consumer confidence suppressed new leasing drastically, particularly among…
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There were more Revolutionary War battles fought in South Carolina than anywhere else, but we have to admit that there were SOME significant fights elsewhere. And the 250th anniversary of…
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Denmark Technical College public speaking instructor Shannon Sims-McAlister has been named the 2025 Faculty of the Year by the South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners. The annual award honors one faculty member from…
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On Thursday, May 22, 2025, the City of Columbia honored 17 youth-led groups as Bloomberg Youth Climate Action Fund recipients with an orientation session held at the Busby Street Community…
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Denmark Technical College announced the appointment of Dr. A. Clifton Myles as interim president on Friday, effective July 1, 2025. A nationally respected leader with over 32 years of experience…
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Mayor Rickenmann, City Officials, and Local Leaders to Attend Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony The City of Columbia is set to welcome a fresh addition to the local business community with the grand…
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Dr. Brodie brings more than three decades of experience to the State Museum. The South Carolina State Museum welcomed Jeffrey L. Brodie, Ph.D., as its new Chief Engagement and Content…
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Community Urged to Donate New Clothing and Supplies for Local Youth in Need The City of Columbia Mayor’s Office has teamed up with EMS CLOSET to launch the annual “On…
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Award presented during Teacher Appreciation Night at Columbia Fireflies baseball game Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union has named Debbie Sweat of Blythewood High School the 2025 Youth Financial Educator of the…
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United Way of Kershaw County recognized three remarkable individuals whose dedication, compassion, and tireless community service have left a lasting mark on our region. During its recent Volunteer Appreciation Lunch,…
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Dreher Senior Earns Most Seals in Recent History Again this school year, Richland One has broken the district’s previous record for the most students who earned the South Carolina Seal…
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The 2025 Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at Page Ellington Park, 2220 Gregg St, Columbia, SC 29201. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and…
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