The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.2 percent on a seasonally adjusted basis in July, after rising 0.3 percent in June, the U.S. Bureau of Labor…
On Monday, August 18, Literacy SC will launch Road to Work, a new job readiness program for adults experiencing homelessness and housing instability. Held on-site at Transitions Homeless Center in downtown Columbia, the class meets…
SAFE Federal Credit Union has named Theresa Raleigh as its new Vice President of Human Resources. Raleigh brings more than 35 years of experience in human resources leadership to the…
Arclin, a materials science company, announced it is expanding its operations in Dillon County. The company’s more than $60 million investment will create over 30 new jobs. Headquartered in Alpharetta,…
The ColaJazz Foundation has secured funding to launch its Invigorate Cayce Project, a community-driven initiative to transform three underutilized sites along the Congaree River into vibrant pop-up jazz venues. With funding from the…
The South Carolina Bankers School (SCBS), hosted by the South Carolina Bankers Association, would like to recognize the graduates of the Class of 2025, who received their diplomas in a…
The Lexington Medical Center health care network will now be known as Lexington Health a transition that reflects the growth and advancement of the hospital that has been part of…
On Thursday, August 14, 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 who want…
River Springs Elementary School Physical Education (PE) teacher Ben Landers received an award during the annual National Physical Education Institute July 17-18, 2025 at UNC Asheville. The ARTIE (Awesome Rad Thinking…
American Heart Association urges South Carolina lawmakers to support the Smart Heart Act before another young life is at risk As students across South Carolina return to school this fall,…
To Continue Supporting Families of Children and Youth with Disabilities Family Connection of South Carolina announced it has been awarded a five-year grant from the U.S. Department of Education’s Office…
Leadership South Carolina announced the distinguished members of its Class of 2026. This year’s cohort represents a dynamic cross-section of South Carolina’s most accomplished professionals, public servants, and community…
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis proclaimed August as Palmetto ABLE Savings Month to remind South Carolinians about the value and impact of the state’s Palmetto ABLE Savings Program. As part of…
By Tom Poland Her May-June reign approaches. The rocky shoals spider lily, Hymenocallis coronaria, will soon flaunt her crown of white, green, and gold. Exquisite, ephemeral, and periled. Much…
South Carolina PR executive lights up Times Square, launches crisis training for government agencies
Ivey Palmer PR announces that Founder and CEO Chelsea N. Bennett has graduated from the nationally recognized Milestone Circles Program at the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center. As a part of this…
NAMI South Carolina announced the participation of three influential state lawmakers in its upcoming 2025 Annual Mental Health Conference: Unity in the Community: Mental Health for All. The event will…
Ribbon cutting ceremony & facility tour held on Wednesday, August 6 The City of Orangeburg celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting of its new City Hall on Wednesday, August…
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation has elected new board officers and welcomed eight new members to its board of directors for 2025–26. The following…
Donations to help with school supplies, student awards and other educational needs Westinghouse Electric Company, through its Columbia Fuel Fabrication Facility (CFFF), donated $45,000 to Richland One schools to help fund STEM…
Founder Robert Rikard has recovered tens of millions for clients misled by “tax-free retirement” and investment-based insurance schemes surrounding Indexed Universal Life products. South Carolina trial attorneys Robert Rikard and…
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) officially kicked off its Blueprint 2035 Regional Tour last week in the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA), marking the first of several statewide stops aimed at…
The City of Columbia is collaborating with Sistercare for the third annual toiletry drive. Sistercare is a nonprofit organization that helps victims and families recover from domestic violence. Please consider…
Explore what’s happening at Historic Columbia in the coming weeks. Whether you’re getting a dose of history on a Walking Tour, at a historic house museum, or through a free…
Guests will enjoy a discussion panel, crab crack reception, and more. The South Carolina State Museum is excited to announce the return of the popular Harvesting Heritage event series with…
The City of Columbia announced that Mayor Pro-Tem Will Brennan has been elected to serve on the Board of Directors for the Municipal Association of South Carolina (MASC). His election…
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that South Carolina has once again had its strong credit ratings reaffirmed by S&P Global, Moody’s, and Fitch Rating Services. “Safeguarding our state’s credit ratings…
If you have ever considered serving your community and neighbors as a firefighter, now is the time to get your application in with one of the busiest departments in South…
The City of Columbia will hold its Municipal Election on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Offices: Mayor Councilmember – District One Councilmember – District Four Councilmember – At-Large Candidate Filing Period:…
Richland County’s C&D Landfill Drop-off Center, located north of Columbia, is temporarily closed out of safety concerns while crews repair an underground power line near the site. Until further notice, the…
Winners announced at Chamber June and August Gather & Grow events The Columbia Chamber announced ReToisha Dallas (Logan Elementary) and Cody Jones (Jackson Creek Elementary) as the Educator Excellence Teacher of…
Richland One families looking to get fresh haircuts for their children before the first day of school can get that done for free while giving high school students career training…
Spearheaded by Senator Tameika Isaac Devine, Richland County District One School Board Commissioner Aaron Bishop in conjunction with Path to Redemption and One Common Cause Pathways to Possibilities, an effort…
PARK(ing) Day is an annual open-source global event where citizens, artists and activists collaborate to temporarily transform on-street parking spaces into “PARK(ing)” spaces: temporary public places. The mission of PARK(ing) Day…
Who: City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement and United Way of the Midlands What: The City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement is partnering with United Way…
City Council began the day with the Arts, Historic Preservation and Philanthropy Committee at 10:00 a.m., where two public art initiatives were advanced. First, the committee approved sending the Persimmon…
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…
Popular ON PATROL: LIVE star Captain Danny Brown honored during ceremony By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) Captain and U.S. Army 1st Sergeant Danny R. Brown…
Kelly J. Rivers has been named Richland One’s new deputy superintendent of academics. Her start date will be August 4. Rivers is coming to Richland One from the Columbus (Ohio)…
Construction is underway on all 12 homes at Hattie’s Crossing, an urban in-fill community on the site of the former Cayce Grammar School. Hattie’s Crossing is a project of Columbia…
The City of Columbia officially welcomed Forged Physical Therapy to its new, expanded clinic at 1150 Bower Parkway, Suite F8, with a grand opening celebration on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.…
IOVue and Sharpvue were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Advent Innovations, Qatalyst Health, Tikvah Health and Wellness, Treblehook, Realize Ascent Labs, and Ripple Two received new grant…
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) announced the addition of the S.C. Certificate of Immunization (DPH Form 4024) to the Statewide Immunization Online Network (SIMON). Starting Aug. 1,…
Beginning in August, motorists who use Blythewood Road in Northeast Richland are asked to use extra caution because of ongoing road and highway projects. These events will temporarily shift traffic…
Law firm McAngus Goudelock & Courie (MGC) announced the inclusion of 16 attorneys in 2025 Legal Elite across B2B: Columbia Business Monthly and Greenville Business Magazine. Recognized attorneys in MGC’s…
The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department is making progress on improvements to the concrete path along the lower trail at Riverfront Park that will enhance accessibility, safety, and…
Columbia, SC Family Promise of the Midlands announced that its Board of Directors has unanimously appointed Alysha McConnell as the organization’s new Executive Director. This appointment follows an extensive search…
Garvin Design Group, HNTB, and Contract Construction announced the completion of Coastal Carolina University’s new Indoor Practice Facility in Conway, South Carolina. This state-of-the-art, 93,000-square-foot facility marks a significant enhancement…
The Township Auditorium, Presented by Dominion Energy on November 8, 2025 The Big Red Barn Retreat (BRBR) announced this year’s Fall Jam will feature country music artist, Rodney Atkins. The…
After over 100 years on Main Street, the jeweler will move to the historic South Carolina Railroad Depot building at 740 Gervais Street in the Vista Sylvan’s Jewelers is excited…
The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department is making progress on improvements to the concrete path along the lower trail at Riverfront Park that will enhance accessibility, safety, and…