University of South Carolina resuming in-person instruction on the Columbia campus

May 6, 2020

The University of South Carolina announced Wednesday its plan to resume in-person instruction on the Columbia campus for the fall 2020 semester beginning in mid-August. In a letter to students,…

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Foundation Brings ‘Hope’ to Liberia

May 6, 2020

Giving youngsters a safe place to learn, eat and grow is the mission of Hope Foundation Liberia, according to Columbia attorney Mark Arden, a board member for the non-profit and…

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State Museum’s Cotton Mill Exchange to hold Mother’s Day sale

May 6, 2020

Gift shop will be open one day only, Sat., May 9 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. The South Carolina State Museum’s Cotton Mill Exchange will open to the general…

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Capital Rotary’s first Zoom meeting

May 6, 2020

Capital Rotary members – unable to hold their weekly breakfast meetings at the Palmetto Club for the past seven weeks – held their first remote meeting via Zoom (as shown…

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Mission Lexington partners with Midlands Gives to raise funds

May 6, 2020

Mission Lexington announced that more than $30,400 was received in donations from this year’s Midlands Gives online fundraising event. We were able to reach our goal because of matching funds…

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Updates from Columbia Metropolitan Airport regarding additional measures during COVID-19

May 6, 2020

Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) continues to monitor the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) for guidance, updates and information that…

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Truematter welcomes content strategist Tracie Dawson to the Team

May 6, 2020

Truematter welcomed Tracie Dawson as a full-time content strategist for the Columbia, South Carolina team. Tracie’s experience writing and teaching has given her a dedication to practicing user empathy. With…

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Governor McMaster proclaims May Better Speech and Hearing Month; SCSHA launches COVID-related support resources

May 6, 2020

Governor Henry McMaster has proclaimed the month of May as South Carolina Better Speech and Hearing month. The South Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing Association (SCSHA) celebrates this announcement as each year BSHM…

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Lexington District One amends option agreement for land designated as new district Transportation Facility site

May 6, 2020

During the May 5, 2020 Board Meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the administration’s recommendation to amend the two option agreements related to land needed…

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Richland Two teacher recognized

May 6, 2020

Two Richland Two educators have been recognized for their excellence. Elizabeth Kirby, an instructional assistant at Catawba Trail Elementary School, has been named the APEC Fellow of the Year. Michael…

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Gov. Henry McMaster, S.C. Department of Administration unveil accelerateSC website

May 6, 2020

Governor Henry McMaster today announced the launch of the initial phase of accelerate.sc.gov. Designed to provide citizens centralized access to easily connect with COVID-19 related information, this one-stop-shop website will also…

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City parking lot in Five Points to be revitalized

May 6, 2020

The City of Columbia has broken ground on the revitalization project of the Exxon Parking lot, located in the heart of Five Points. This beautification project will include a new…

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SC Manufacturers Alliance donates face masks to school districts & law enforcement

May 6, 2020

The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) has donated 2,000 non-surgical masks to two South Carolina school districts and to the state’s law enforcement community. “We are incredibly proud to donate…

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South Carolina teacher selected for PBS Digital Innovator All-Star Program

May 6, 2020

Richland School District Two’s Warren Wise one of 18 educators chosen to participate. South Carolina ETV (SCETV) today announced that Richland School District Two’s Warren Wise has been selected for…

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Elmore Goldsmith attorneys recognized as South Carolina ‘Super Lawyers’

May 5, 2020

Five attorneys from Elmore Goldsmith have been named by South Carolina Super Lawyers Magazine for 2020. Super Lawyers recognizes attorneys who have distinguished themselves in their legal practice and less…

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NHE relocates corporate headquarters to new building at Legacy Square in Greenville

May 5, 2020

Noted Southeastern property management firm NHE, Inc. has relocated its corporate headquarters to a new building at Legacy Square within the Verdae community in Greenville, S.C., company leadership announced. Joining…

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SCRA announces new Marketing & Communications Director

May 5, 2020

The South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) has announced that Adrian Grimes was named Director of Marketing & Communications on April 6. “We’re extremely pleased to have Adrian join our team.…

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A Conversation with Bruce Farmer, Director of Mashburn’s Healthcare Division

May 5, 2020

  WhosOnTheMove, the publisher of MidlandsBiz, UpstateBizSC and LowcountryBizSC, sent the following questions over to Bruce Farmer, Director of the Healthcare Division at Mashburn Construction. He discusses his experience in…

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LS3P’s Columbia office recognizes new shareholder

May 5, 2020

LS3P congratulates Architect Clint Riddle AIA, LEED AP BD+C who was recognized last week as an Associate Principal in the firm. Riddle, who joined the firm’s Columbia office in 2008,…

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Unemployment Benefits for Furloughed Employees in South Carolina

May 4, 2020

By Reggie Belcher and Hannah Stetson The COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect all aspects of society. For many businesses and employers in South Carolina, the pandemic’s effects have necessitated tough…

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USDA Outlines Telehealth Service Changes as a Result of the COVID-19 Pandemic

May 4, 2020

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Under Secretary Bette Brand today released a summary of key service changes to increase the use of telehealth in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. These measures…

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Important information from the City of Columbia Business License Division

May 4, 2020

The Business License Division remains closed to the public until further notice to protect citizens and minimize opportunities to spread COVID-19 in our community. Please note the important details below…

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Midlands Technical College reschedules graduation ceremony – Event recognizing students to be held in December

May 4, 2020

Midlands Technical College’s 2020 graduation ceremony will be held at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia on December 9, 2020. The original date for graduation was May 6. Specifics details about…

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Colliers Report: Changes to retail operations are anticipated amid COVID-19

May 4, 2020

Research & Forecast Report Q1-2020 COLUMBIA | RETAIL Key Takeaways During the COVID-19 temporary closures, many retailers used the time for deep cleaning and revamping business structures. The onset of…

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Prisma Health Midlands Foundation announces Grants and Gifts benefiting Prisma Health—Midlands

May 4, 2020

Generous donors have made gifts and designated grants to Prisma Health Midlands Foundation, in support of Prisma Health—Midlands. These gifts and grants support emergent needs of the hospital system during…

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#SupportSupporters through virtual Midlands Gives Day Tuesday, May 5, hosted by Central Carolina Community Foundation

May 4, 2020

Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ center for philanthropy, is connecting the community virtually to raise critically needed funds for local nonprofits through Midlands Gives, the 18-hour, online giving challenge…

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FivePoint Solutions acquires Street Smart LLC

May 4, 2020

LEXINGTON, SC – South Carolina based technology company FivePoint Solutions announced that it has acquired Street Smart LLC, a real-time information and intelligence collection and dissemination tool for law enforcement.…

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Federal grant renewed to continue SC’s strides in early education

May 4, 2020

The SC Department of Social Services recently received positive news that a federal grant will be renewed to help the state continue expansion of early learning programs.  The renewal grant…

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What does ‘survival of the fittest’ mean in the coronavirus pandemic? Look to the immune system

May 4, 2020

By Prakash Nagarkatti, University of South Carolina and Mitzi Nagarkatti, University of South Carolina   Charles Darwin popularized the concept of survival of the fittest as a mechanism underlying the…

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Governmental law attorney Alexis Lindsay joins Pope Flynn

May 2, 2020

Alexis Lindsay has joined Pope Flynn’s governmental law practice. Lindsay brings substantial litigation experience to the Columbia-based firm, which focuses on governmental and public finance matters. She began her career…

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Gov. Henry McMaster to lift “Work-or-Home” order May 4th

May 1, 2020

Outdoor Dining Service for Restaurants to Start May 4th Governor Henry McMaster announced that the statewide “Work-or-Home” order will be lifted and returned to voluntary status on Monday, May 4th.…

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Hammond School anticipates return to classroom instruction for fall 2020

May 1, 2020

Hammond School plans to resume face-to-face instruction beginning fall 2020 across all grade levels. Hammond, an independent school offering students pre-kindergarten through grade 12 a thoughtfully developed academic experience, announces that…

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Richland Library’s Executive Director elected to lead Public Library Association

May 1, 2020

The Public Library Association (PLA) is sharing the results of its 2020 Election and welcoming Richland Library Executive Director Melanie Huggins as the 2021-2022 president. Huggins is serving a three-year…

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One Columbia announces Artist Emergency Fund

May 1, 2020

Funds provided by Knight Foundation to support Columbia-area artists One Columbia for Arts and Culture is privileged to announce an Artist Emergency Fund of $100,000 to provide emergency relief for…

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The doors remain closed, but the Relic Room keeps programs going

May 1, 2020

With Gov. Henry McMaster’s latest order the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum will be closed at least until Memorial Day – but we’ve still got a lot…

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S.C. public relations pros recognized for excellence

May 1, 2020

Communication professionals from across the state were recognized Thursday for outstanding work in public relations programs, campaigns, tactics and career accomplishments. The South Carolina chapter of the Public Relations Society…

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Cherokee, Darlington, Williamsburg coalitions selected for the SC Office of Rural Health’s Blueprint for Health program

April 30, 2020

Community coalitions in Cherokee, Darlington and Williamsburg counties have been selected by the South Carolina Office of Rural Health (SCORH) to participate in Blueprint for Health, a program that supports…

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Gov. Henry McMaster announces appointments to State Election Commission

April 30, 2020

Governor Henry McMaster today announced two appointments to the State Election Commission. The appointments fill two vacant seats on the five member commission. “I would like to thank both Mrs.…

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Presbyterian College graduate studying the novel coronavirus

April 30, 2020

Presbyterian College graduate Sydney Ronzulli has been working on experiments with the novel coronavirus that could serve as evidence for opening businesses and states. “I am specifically focusing on developing…

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South Carolina awarded $3.3M grant for educational data system

April 30, 2020

South Carolina will receive a $3.3 million federal grant to incorporate early childhood programs into the state’s existing system for capturing and tracking student progress through school. The Statewide Longitudinal…

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Senior Resources Partners with BlueCross BlueShield of SC to provide emergency food assistance in 16 counties statewide

April 30, 2020

Senior Resources has partnered with BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation to provide over 245,000 free meals to senior citizens in 16 counties…

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Doctors Care Urgent Care offers walk-in COVID-19 antibody testing at all locations

April 30, 2020

Doctors Care is pleased to begin offering walk-in COVID-19 antibody testing at all of its urgent care centers across the state. Any interested person who is healthy and has not…

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Ingevity reports first quarter 2020 financial results

April 30, 2020

NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Ingevity Corporation (NYSE:NGVT) reported first quarter net sales of $288.2 million, representing an increase of 4.1% versus $276.8 million in the prior year’s first quarter. Net…

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Cushman & Wakefield arranges $58.5M sale of class A office asset in Charlotte, NC

April 30, 2020

Cushman & Wakefield has arranged the $58.5 million sale of Corning Optical Communications’ headquarters, a newly constructed, Class A office building totaling 182,169 square feet in Charlotte, North Carolina. Rob…

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GaffneyLewis announces two new partners in Columbia office

April 30, 2020

GaffneyLewis LLC announced that Randi-Lynn Roberts and Nashiba Boyd have become partners in the firm. “Randi Lynn and Nashiba exemplify the diverse talent GaffneyLewis brings to the clients we serve.…

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Hammond Headmaster Chris Angel named 10th Headmaster of Baylor School

April 29, 2020

Chris Angel, headmaster of Hammond School for the past 11 years, has been named headmaster of Baylor School in Chattanooga, Tennessee beginning July 2021. Hammond, an independent school offering students…

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Explore shared family history with Richland Library card

April 29, 2020

While many of us continue to stay at home and practice social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic, we can connect to each other through our shared history with help from…

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DHEC conducts cross analysis of death certificates and confirmed COVID-19 cases 

April 29, 2020

As part of public health officials’ ongoing efforts to confirm COVID-19 deaths are accurately reported, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) provided the results of a…

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Boyer Construction awarded Fort Jackson National Cemetery Phase II Expansion

April 29, 2020

Boyer Commercial Construction, Inc. announced that it was awarded the Fort Jackson National Cemetery Phase II Expansion. The 20-acre project will provide 5,632 pre-placed crypts, 2,376 in-ground cremains sites, 729…

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South State commits $600,000 to COVID-19 relief

April 29, 2020

Offers Support for Communities and Small Businesses through SBA Paycheck Protection Program COLUMBIA, SC – South State Bank announced that it will donate $600,000 to the South State Emergency Relief…

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