November is a time for giving thanks, and Historic Columbia has plenty to be grateful for this season! Join us for programs, tours, and experiences that highlight the history and…
The City of Columbia is currently seeking individuals to serve on a variety of boards and commissions that help shape the future of our community. These volunteer opportunities offer residents…
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) announced today that President and CEO Mike Brenan has retired, effective October 30, 2025, following 16 months of leadership that guided the organization through a period of…
On Thursday, November 6, 2025, the Board of Zoning Appeals meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. respectfully at City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the…
By MidlandsBiz South Carolina is a military state: Home to Fort Jackson, the largest U.S. Army basic training facility in the nation; Parris Island, one of only two Marine Corps…
You’ve heard about Pearl Harbor, where 2,403 American servicemen – including 1,177 aboard the USS Arizona alone – perished on Dec. 7, 1941. You may even have heard of Exercise…
During the Lexington County School District One School Board meeting that was held on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, Michelin North America, Inc. was recognized for its generous annual contribution of…
SCDNR Director’s life’s work said to “bear witness to why” By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Less than two days after Dr. Tom Mullikin, director of the South Carolina Department of…
By Jeff Becraft As I mentioned last time, Adam and I at Our Place of Hope were working on the flowers (getting rid of the good to make room…
Wingard’s Market, one of the top 100 Garden Center’s in the country that is located in the heart of Lexington, announced the details of their Jingle Bell Bash! The weekend-long…
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Greenville-Spartanburg dominates activity as new growth markets emerge Market Highlights Surging growth in Greenville-Spartanburg, bolstered by relative affordability, strong logistics connectivity and rapid workforce…
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) announces the premiere of the latest episode of SCETV Safe Space, the award-winning program focused on youth mental health. The new episode, titled “Triggered:…
Photograph becomes “Photo of the Week” in top national publication By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Sheriff Leon Lott (on the far right wearing a pink shirt with sheriff’s stars on…
When it comes to building businesses and communities, Kay Self knows what it takes to make ideas thrive. A Greenwood business leader and advocate for regional economic growth, Self has…
The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH), a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization working to collectively inform policy to improve health and health care, held its fourth and final…
Forbes Advisor Education ranks Columbia International University’s online Doctor of Business Administration (D.B.A.), as one of the best in the nation for 2025, ranking it at #3. A Doctor of…
The Lexington County School District One Educational Foundation Board of Directors recently awarded a $27,654.59 Bucks for Books Grant to Lexington County School District One for the 2025-26 school year.…
The Mast General Store welcomes Columbia Sportswear’s partnership for this year’s Share the Warmth campaign. Clean, gently worn jackets, coats, and fleeces can be dropped off at the Mast Store…
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced today that the State Treasurer’s Office investments generated $1.7 billion in earnings over the past year, delivering direct support for schools, roads, public safety, and…
Most people have problems storing all the stuff they’ve collected over the years – unless they’re the types who are able to ruthlessly throw most of it away. But your…
Following the success of its first community engagement event in September, which drew over 70 registrants, Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) announced the second installment of its outreach initiative, Soar With…
Southeastern Freight Lines, a leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, has been recognized as a 2025 Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation by Redefining the Road, the…
South Carolina Ports President and CEO Micah Mallace detailed his pledge for aggressive growth to a room of 1,100 port customers and stakeholders during his first State of the Port…
New commissioned work will honor South Carolina’s Gullah Geechee heritage and expand the museum’s folk and traditional art collection. The South Carolina State Museum has commissioned renowned Gullah artist and…
South Carolina Public Radio announced plans to launch a new 24/7 high-definition (HD) broadcast radio and streaming music channel, marking an important step in the network’s continued investment in local…
The City of Columbia is holding a ribbon cutting on Saturday, November 1 at 10:00 a.m. for the official opening of a new community park and playground facilities on Randall…
Who: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann & Babcock Center Foundation What: Each year, the Mayor of Columbia unveils the Babcock Center Foundation’s “Ornament of Opportunity” and proclaims the ornament the “Official City Ornament”.…
Who: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, City of Columbia Economic Development, Representatives from Sumo Japanese Steakhouse What: The City of Columbia is proud to announce the grand re-opening of Sumo Japanese Steakhouse. Since undergoing…
The moment to secure your child’s customized, high-quality public education is fast approaching. Richland School District Two, home to one of the nation’s most extensive and celebrated public school choice…
Richland School District Two continues to lead the way in advanced academics. Ridge View High School was the first school in South Carolina to implement the AP Capstone Diploma Program…
Robinson Gray member Lisle Traywick has been elected president of the South Carolina Chapter of the Federal Bar Association. Lisle was sworn in on Oct. 23rd at the chapter’s annual…
Last month, Richland School District Two announced 12 students named by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC®) as semifinalists in the 71st annual National Merit Scholarship Program. Another student was…
Dominion Energy representatives recently collaborated with Richland School District Two educators during a district inservice professional learning day to discuss critical career opportunities and the essential job skills students need…
Director says program is one of the top oyster recycling and restoration efforts nationwide The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) hosted a “partnership meeting” earlier this month at…
Pyramid Contracting announced that Lucia Smith, our Business Development Manager for the Midlands region, has been elected to the Board of Directors for the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber of Commerce…
The City of Columbia, Richland School District One and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Foundation will kick off the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Honor the Dream Food…
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Manufacturers eye expansion as activity remains slow Market Highlights A mid-year slowdown continued as the Augusta-Aiken market saw relatively little activity in Q3, with…
By Tom Poland Sunday lunch at the Sea View Inn. Forty-five years it had been since my daughters and I were together at Pawleys. While eating I thought about our…
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) invites families to celebrate the season at the inaugural Studio Boo Fall Festival, taking place on Oct. 30 from 5 to 7 p.m.…
Amid the highest food insecurity rates in nearly a decade, a government shutdown is creating hardship and uncertainty for tens of thousands of federal employees, active-duty military members, and people…
Terrance Ford, AT&T, to Chair Columbia Chamber Board of Directors The Columbia Chamber announced the 2025-2026 Board of Directors with the addition of seven new members. Terrance Ford, AT&T, has…
South Carolina’s leading professional communicators are joining forces once again for CONNECT 2025, the statewide conference hosted by AAF Midlands, IABC/SC and SCPRSA. Designed to unite advertising, communications and public…
Community Association Management Services (CAMS) announced that Kelly Tulacz, CMCA, AMS, has been promoted to Community Association Onboarding Manager. Tulacz has been in the HOA management industry for 12 years,…
The League of Women Voters of the Columbia Area is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy…
Richland One will induct five new members into the Richland One Hall of Fame in January, district officials announced October 24. The Richland One Hall of Fame recognizes graduates of…
The S.C. Military Veterans Hall of Fame will hold press conference next month By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The S.C. Military Veterans Hall of Fame (SCMVHOF) today announced its new…
The City of Columbia welcomed the grand opening of Cuban Corner, a family-owned restaurant celebrating Cuban culture, community, and culinary tradition. The ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place on Friday, October…
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group…
Richland Library is partnering with the United States Postal Service (USPS) to host a community job fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at Richland Library Northeast (7490…
“Rick Steves’ Europe: A Symphonic Journey”at Koger Center for the Arts The South Carolina Philharmonic presents Rick Steves’ Europe: A Symphonic Journey on Monday, November 10, at 7:30 PM, at Koger…