Immedion partners with Veeam for advanced backup solutions

January 6, 2020

Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of cloud, data center and managed IT services, announced enhanced backup services through an expanded Veeam Cloud & Service Provider (VCSP) partnership with Veeam® Software,…

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Scott and Company announces new member to join firm

January 6, 2020

Scott and Company LLC, one of South Carolina’s leading accounting, tax and consulting firms, announced the addition of Richard Bhola to their professional team. Richard joins the firm as a…

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Columbia Compass public meetings: Envision 2036

January 6, 2020

The City of Columbia will be hosting four public meetings to present the draft of Columbia Compass, the 10-year update to the City’s comprehensive plan. Brief presentations will be giving…

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2nd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. celebration

January 6, 2020

Dr. Bobby Donaldson, Associate Professor of History and is the Director of the Center for Civil Rights History and Research at the University of South Carolina-Columbia, will be the keynote speaker…

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3 Steps to Improve your Public Engagement In 2020

January 6, 2020

By Jesica Johnson Mackey NP Strategy   2020 is here, and if you haven’t already, now is the time to identify some New Year’s resolutions for your company or organization.…

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Procurement event aims to educate local businesses

January 3, 2020

Informing and connecting businesses in Richland County with procurement opportunities will be the focus of an event Thursday, Jan. 9. The 2020 OSBO Business Academy: Procurement Resource Summit will be…

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Senior Resources prepares for 2020 Census

January 3, 2020

Senior Resources announces a formal partnership with the City of Columbia’s Complete Count Committee to encourage the accurate count of all local senior citizens in the 2020 Census. The partnership…

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Adams and Reese announces nine new partners for 2020

January 3, 2020

Adams and Reese congratulated its nine attorneys who have been elected to partnership in the firm, effective January 1, 2020. Lyndey R. Z. Bryant (Columbia, S.C.) advises business owners and…

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Local artist’s costumes emulate cherished characters in mini-exhibition

January 3, 2020

Prepare for non-human subjects to come alive during a mini-exhibition at Richland Library, and no, your eyes are not playing tricks on you. Gijinka goes on display Friday, January 3…

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Immedion welcomes Alex Elmi as Site Operations Engineer in Columbia

January 3, 2020

Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of cloud, data center and managed IT services, announced the hiring of Alex Elmi as Site Operations Engineer for their Columbia location. In his new…

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County workshops to focus on grants for neighborhood improvement

January 2, 2020

Residents interested in improving their neighborhoods have a pair of opportunities to learn how Richland County can help. Staff from the County’s Neighborhood Improvement Program (NIP) will host two January…

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Hood Construction named BIA of Central SC Commercial Contractor of the Year

January 2, 2020

Hood Construction is honored to have been named the Building Industry Association of Central South Carolina’s Commercial Contractor of the Year. Criteria for the award, given at the annual BIA…

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New program available to kinship caregivers in South Carolina

January 2, 2020

With recent reports indicating more than 130,000 children are in kinship care across South Carolina, Richland Library is trying to assist the relatives or non-related adults who are looking after…

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Famously Hot New Year draws tens of thousands to “Push It” into 2020

January 2, 2020

Salt-N-Pepa headlined S.C.’s largest, free New Year’s Eve celebration Tens of thousands of locals and out-of-towners danced in the streets at Famously Hot New Year in downtown Columbia, S.C. on…

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Best Ways to Work toward a New Career in the New Year

January 2, 2020

As we wave goodbye to 2019 and welcome in 2020, many people have thought of New Year’s resolutions to improve or reinvigorate their lives. If one of those goals includes…

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Mattern & Craig Engineers & Surveyors welcomes Jim Neal to South Carolina expansion

January 2, 2020

Mattern & Craig Engineers & Surveyors announced that Jim Neal has accepted the position of Business Development Coordinator for the Carolina regions. His focus will be the Lowcountry as well…

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2019 BIA award winners

January 2, 2020

Members of the Building Industry Association of Central South Carolina (BIA) voted for their choice of nominees for the Byron Crosthwaite Builder Member of the Year Award and the Associate…

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Spice up your home library at Winter Book Sale

December 30, 2019

It’s a chance to get your hands on some great deals and rare finds while adding to your book, music and movie collections. The Richland Library Friends and Foundation is…

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Janie Langdale joins Robinson Gray as director of marketing

December 30, 2019

Janie Langdale has joined Robinson Gray as director of marketing. She will be responsible for further developing the firm’s marketing program and launching new initiatives for raising the firm’s profile.…

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South Carolina housing market remains strong

December 29, 2019

South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) released its November 2019 market report. The report shows an increase in new listings and prices and a decrease in pending sales. New listings were up…

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Local farmers markets take a recess during winter season

December 27, 2019

While many local residents enjoy downtime during the holidays, Richland Library announces the Farmers Markets at its Main location (1431 Assembly Street) and North Main location (5306 North Main Street)…

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Richland Library announces New Year’s Day schedule

December 27, 2019

All Richland Library locations will close 5 p.m., Tuesday, December 31, 2019 and remain closed Wednesday, January 1, 2020 in observance of New Year’s Day. Local residents will still be…

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Dominion Energy invests $12,000 in United Way of the Midlands to support the Midlands Reading Consortium

December 27, 2019

Dominion Energy presented United Way of the Midlands with a sponsorship of $12,000 to provide support for the Midlands Reading Consortium (MRC) at Cayce Elementary School in Lexington School District…

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Sylvan Learning Center announces December’s Teacher of the Month

December 26, 2019

Known for greeting every student with a smile, Sylvan Learning Center has named Debbie Mullen as the Teacher of the Month. Mullen, who teaches third grade at Blaney Elementary School,…

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Sylvan Learning Center announces December’s Teacher of the Month

December 24, 2019

Known for greeting every student with a smile, Sylvan Learning Center has named Debbie Mullen as the Teacher of the Month. Mullen, who teaches third grade at Blaney Elementary School,…

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The First Annual Braelyn Aubrey Foundation 5K

December 24, 2019

The 5K is currently scheduled for April 18, 2020 at 8 am. Strictly Running will be hosting our run, which is scheduled at River Bluff High School. This is a…

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Year in Review: Most Circulated Books, Music & Movies in Richland County

December 24, 2019

As 2019 begins to wind down, Richland Library is looking back over the last year at what was trending among our more than 250,000 library card holders. To compile our…

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Top Grossing Movies – December 23, 2019

December 24, 2019

Theatrical grosses from comScore   Week of 12/20/2019 to 12/26/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker 1  $177,383,864  $177,383,864 2 Jumanji: The Next…

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City of Columbia receives Certificate of Achieve for excellence in Financial Reporting

December 22, 2019

The Certificate of Achieve for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to City of Columbia by Government Finance Officers Association of the United State and Canada (GFOA) for its comprehensive annual…

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Diversey acquires AHP® intellectual property from Virox Technologies, Inc.

December 21, 2019

FORT MILL, SC –Diversey, Inc., a global leader in healthcare and infection prevention products and solutions, announced the acquisition of the global intellectual property rights related to Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide®…

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Domtar board members recognized as WomenInc.’s 2019 Most Influential Corporate Board Directors

December 21, 2019

FORT MILL, SC  – Domtar Corporation congratulates three of its board members, Giannella Alvarez, Mary A. Winston and Pamela B. Strobel, on being named to WomenInc. Magazine’s list of 2019…

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Sisters of Charity Foundation announces promotions

December 21, 2019

The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina has promoted three managers to directors. Meredith Mathews has been named Program Director. She joined the Foundation as a project assistant in…

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Sea Pro Boats, LLC expanding operations in Fairfield County

December 20, 2019

More Than $3 Million Investment Creating 135 New Jobs Sea Pro Boats, LLC, a saltwater fishing boat manufacturer, announced plans to expand operations in Fairfield County. The more than $3…

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Alorica expanding operations in Charleston County

December 20, 2019

$1.2 million Investment Will Create More Than 300 New Jobs Alorica announced plans to expand its current operations in Charleston County. The $1.2 million investment will create more than 300…

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Graham helps secure $138 million for Charleston Harbor Deepening Project

December 19, 2019

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham made the following statements after the Senate voted in support of $138 million for the Charleston Harbor Deepening Project. “This is a giant step forward and…

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Governor McMaster appoints Richard Cohn, Sr. as Chair of SCETV

December 19, 2019

Governor Henry McMaster has announced that Richard Cohn, Chairman of Cohn Corporation, will serve as the Chair of South Carolina Educational Television Commission (SCETV). As Chair of SCETV Commission, Rick…

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New library location opens its doors in Richland County

December 19, 2019

After several months of construction, Richland Library has added a new location to the Hopkins community. On Wednesday, December 18, staff held a ribbon-cutting ceremony and invited the community to…

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Richland Library announces Christmas schedule

December 19, 2019

All Richland Library locations will close Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 25 in observance of Christmas. Local residents will still be able to access the library’s resources and information…

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Taylor Beaudrot of Studio 2LR earns NCIDQ Certification

December 19, 2019

Studio 2LR announced that Taylor Beaudrot has earned the credential of NCIDQ as a Certified Interior Designer. To become certified, she passed a three part exam that focuses on the…

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Inaugural Miami flight departs from Columbia Metropolitan Airport

December 19, 2019

Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE hereafter) is excited to announce the departure this morning of our new nonstop service to Miami courtesy of American Airlines! Passengers on this first flight enjoyed…

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South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association to host its 67th Annual Stars of South Carolina Hospitality Industry Awards Gala

December 19, 2019

The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) will host its 67th Annual Stars of South Carolina Hospitality Awards Gala on January 21 at the Embassy Suites Airport Charleston Convention…

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Jemison Metals expanding Sumter County operations

December 19, 2019

More Than $14 Million Investment to Create 57 New Jobs Jemison Metals, a leading supplier of carbon flat-rolled products, today announced plans to expand operations in Sumter County. The more…

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Forbes recognizes Bauknight Pietras & Stormer as one of America’s top recommended Tax and Accounting firms

December 19, 2019

Certified Public Accounting firm Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A., (BPS) has been recognized by global media company Forbes as being among the top recommended tax and accounting firms in America.…

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Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. receives quilts for children

December 18, 2019

Local church quilters present hand-made quilts to Sheriff Lott and RCSD officers By W. Thomas Smith, Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – The Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD) Victims Services Unit received…

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SCDOR creates a South Carolina W-4 for 2020

December 18, 2019

The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) has created a state W-4 for use beginning in 2020. W-4s – state and federal – are used to instruct employers how much…

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McNair Entrepreneurship Showcase to feature Steve Forbes as keynote speaker

December 18, 2019

The McNair Institute for Entrepreneurism and Free Enterprise at the University of South Carolina announces the Third Annual McNair Entrepreneurship Showcase, to be held Jan. 31 at The Senate in…

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Colliers International Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina

December 18, 2019

  Colliers International | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state: Charleston, SC Mark Erickson, SIOR and Matt Pickard represented…

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Economic partnership bearing fruit for Richland County, City of Columbia

December 18, 2019

New apartments, retail coming to BullStreet District, former Capital City Stadium site With a pair of new developments, Richland County and the City of Columbia are seeing the first results…

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Custom Profile establishing operations in Kershaw County

December 18, 2019

$1.7 Million Investment to Create 70 New Jobs Custom Profile, a manufacturer and supplier of plastic profile extrusions, announced plans to establish operations in Kershaw County. The company’s $1.7 million…

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SC Ports in strong position heading into 2020

December 18, 2019

South Carolina Ports Authority has seen steady growth across multiple business segments in 2019, handling nearly 2.25 million twenty-foot equivalent container units (TEUs) since January. S.C. Ports saw strong cargo…

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