Richland Library to hold final flu shot clinic of season

November 15, 2019

It’s the last opportunity to get access to free, preventive care at Richland Library for the 2019-2020 flu season. The final flu shot clinic, held in partnership with Walgreens, is…

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22nd annual March of Dimes signature Chefs Auction raises $196,000

November 14, 2019

Evening of fabulous food and fundraising supports the fight for all moms and babies March of Dimes Columbia hosted its annual Signature Chefs Auction, on 11.7.19. More than 250 guests…

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South Carolina State Museum to host PBS and Food Network Star Nathalie Dupree

November 14, 2019

The South Carolina State Museum is excited to host award winning chef and cookbook author Nathalie Dupree, Saturday, Nov. 23 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the museum’s Cotton…

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Chicharrones de Columbia to return in 2020

November 14, 2019

The Fireflies will play as Chicharrones for two series as part of Copa de la Diversión The Columbia Fireflies today announced the return of their Copa de la Diversión alternate…

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Concrete progress: roadwork on North Main continues

November 14, 2019

Progress continues on Richland County Transportation’s widening project on North Main Street. Much of the work from Anthony Avenue to Sunset Drive, or about a third of the route, is…

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SCDOT to host “Fall Cleanup” event across South Carolina

November 14, 2019

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) will be holding an agency-wide highway litter cleanup event on Monday, Nov. 18, 2019. SCDOT’s “Fall Cleanup” will include hundreds of employees, from…

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Fatrat Da Czar releases double album Tribe, with 40 South Carolina collaborators

November 13, 2019

Fatrat Da Czar to perform Tribe album release at Columbia Musem of Art this Friday, November 15th   South Carolina’s godfather of hip-hop FatRat Da Czar released his double album TRIBE…

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West Columbia welcomes new Mayor and City Council members

November 13, 2019

The City of West Columbia City Council held a Special Council Meeting on Tuesday, November 12, 2019, at 6 PM, to administer the oaths of office to the newly-elected Mayor…

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EdVenture Children’s Museum announces Santa’s Arrival on Friday, November 29th

November 13, 2019

Holiday Village at EdVenture Kicks off with St. Nick’s Arrival Down the Chimney  EdVenture Children’s Museum is pleased to announce the grand opening of Santa’s Holiday Village on Friday, November…

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Interstate 20 eastbound traffic shift in Lexington County begins November 14

November 13, 2019

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) announces a major traffic shift planned for the Interstate 20 widening project in Lexington County. Beginning the night of Thursday, November 14, the…

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UofSC president to speak at the Moore School’s 39th annual Economic Outlook Conference in December

November 13, 2019

The University of South Carolina’s Darla Moore School of Business will feature South Carolina President Robert “Bob” Caslen at the 39th annual Economic Outlook Conference on Dec. 3. President Caslen will…

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Mayor Steve Benjamin elected as Vice President of the Global Parliament of Mayors

November 13, 2019

Following a successful stint as President of the United States Conference of Mayors, which concluded in July, Mayor Steve Benjamin has been elected as the Vice President of the Global…

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The Well Collective grand opening and ribbon cutting

November 13, 2019

A Curated Space: Health Studio, Spa, Boutique and Cafe The Well Collective (TWC) hosted a ribbon cutting and open house to celebrate the grand opening of its collaborate wellness space…

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City kicks off Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. honor the Dream Food Drive

November 13, 2019

The City of Columbia, Richland School District One and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Foundation have kicked off the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Honor the Dream Food Drive…

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Official Christmas Tree arrives at South Carolina State House

November 13, 2019

South Carolina’s Official Christmas Tree arrived at the South Carolina State House this morning following a brief press conference on the North Lawn. Kelly Barbrey, vice president of marketing and communications with…

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BBB announces winners of the 2019 Business of the Year Torch Award and Charity Challenge

November 13, 2019

Recipients of the BBB Business of the Year Torch Awards and Charity Challenge were named at a ceremony held on Thursday, November 7, 2019 at the Capital City Club. The…

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Nominations for 2020 honorees due November 15, 2019

November 13, 2019

The Columbia City of Women initiative is now accepting nominations for 2020 honorees. Columbia City of Women is a partnership of Historic Columbia and WREN  (Women’s Rights and Empowerment Network), and was founded…

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Nelson Mullins’ George Wolfe honored with development award

November 13, 2019

The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) has honored Columbia partner George Wolfe with SCEDA’s Ally Award. The organization recognized him as a private sector individual “who assists state and local developers…

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S.C. Office of the State Treasurer recognized for communications excellence

November 13, 2019

The S.C. Office of the State Treasurer was recently recognized for communications excellence at the International Association of Business Communicators S.C. Chapter 2019 Palmetto Awards ceremony. “I am proud of…

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Specific Chiropractic celebrates 10 years serving the Midlands

November 13, 2019

Dr. Scott Allen’s clinic, Specific Chiropractic, is celebrating 10 years of practice in the Midlands, and he remains eager to share the distinction of how he helps improve his patients’…

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ROI Commercial recently completed the following transactions

November 13, 2019

ROI Commercial Brokerage team George Meetze and Sherri Burriss worked together to co-broker the following transactions: • Represented the landlord in the lease of 28,000 SF of office/warehouse space located…

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Chumney elected President of BIA

November 13, 2019

Thom Chumney was elected as 2020 President of the Building Industry Association of Central South Carolina (BIA), at the Annual Meeting of the Membership held October 1, 2019. He will…

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Majority Whip Clyburn, Rep. Adams, Rep. Clay introduce legislation to reform Opportunity Zone program

November 13, 2019

House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn (SC-6), Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), and Congressman Wm. Lacy Clay (MO-1) introduced H.R. 5042, the “Opportunity Zone Reform Act,” which aims to tighten rules…

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South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association launches Labor Law Compliance Help Desk

November 12, 2019

The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) launched their Labor Law Compliance Help Desk with assistance from national employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. The help desk provides quick…

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Robinson Gray’s Beth Burke Richardson named to receive Diversity & Inclusion Award

November 12, 2019

South Carolina Lawyers Weekly has announced that Beth Burke Richardson, a member with Robinson Gray law firm, has been chosen as one of 20 to receive the publication’s Diversity &…

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The South Carolina Lean Alliance rebrands as OpExChange

November 12, 2019

The South Carolina Lean Alliance has rebranded as OpExChange. Why the name change? Because the scope of topics has increased to include more than lean manufacturing. OpExChange will now also…

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Colliers Report: South Carolina statewide industrial activity intensifies

November 12, 2019

Key Takeaways South Carolina industrial markets continue to absorb record-breaking square footage, this quarter alone the state absorbed 5.43 million square feet. Rental rates continue in an upward trend and…

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Stantec expands Transportation and Community Development teams in South Carolina

November 12, 2019

Stantec, a leading global design and engineering firm, has welcomed three professionals to its growing Transportation and Community Development practices in Charleston and Columbia. Devesh Kumar has joined Stantec’s Charleston…

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Pegasus Home Fashions establishing operations in Bamberg County

November 12, 2019

Pegasus Home Fashions, a manufacturer and provider of bedding and home products, today announced plans to establish operations in Bamberg County. The $1.1 million investment is projected to create 113…

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Federation of Families of South Carolina to hold statewide Art Contest for the South Carolina Children’s Mental Health Awareness poster

November 11, 2019

The Federation of Families of South Carolina will hold a statewide Art Contest in recognition of Children’s Mental Health Month. This year’s Art Contest theme is “Messengers of Hope.” During…

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U.S. Census Bureau seeks to hire applicants

November 11, 2019

Every ten years, the U.S. Census Bureau is responsible for conducting the nationwide census. Individuals interested in applying can go on the 2020Census.gov/jobs website to apply immediately. These jobs have flexible hours…

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S.C. State Fair debuts Carolina Lights holiday light show

November 11, 2019

The South Carolina State Fair will usher in the holiday season with its first drive-through light show, Carolina Lights, Dec. 7-28, at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds. The drive-through light…

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Samsung hosts 3rd annual Veterans Day Luncheon

November 11, 2019

Samsung honors veterans and military families in partnership with American Legion Posts 24 and 219 On Saturday, Samsung Electronics Home Appliance America (SEHA) hosted the 3rd Annual Veterans Day Luncheon at…

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Top Grossing Movies – November 11, 2019

November 11, 2019

Theatrical grosses from comScore   Week of 11/08/2019 to 11/14/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Midway 1 3,242  $17,897,419.00  $17,897,419.00 2 Doctor Sleep 1 3,855  $14,114,124.00…

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Pamela Lackey named 2019 Humanitarian of the Year by United Way of the Midlands

November 11, 2019

United Way of the Midlands has selected Pamela Lackey as the 2019 Humanitarian of the Year, the organization’s highest award and the highest single honor of philanthropic achievement in the…

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Deadline nears to sign up for sewer service in Lower Richland

November 10, 2019

Residents interested in connecting to County utilities through the Southeast Richland Water and Sewer Project have until Dec. 16 to sign up for services and avoid fees to tap into…

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Sam E. McCuen honored with John Richard Craft Leadership Award

November 10, 2019

The Columbia Museum of Art presented the 2019 John Richard Craft Leadership Award to Sam E. McCuen. A committed philanthropist and community leader, McCuen epitomizes the values the CMA recognizes…

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South Carolina veterans & veteran-owned small businesses to benefit from few online resource hub

November 10, 2019

Facebook Announces New ‘Military and Veterans Hub,’ Mentoring Partnership Through SCORE and a Pilot Program for Veteran Career Development at Facebook South Carolina is home to more than 45,000 veteran-owned…

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Deadline nears to sign up for sewer service in lower Richland

November 10, 2019

Residents interested in connecting to County utilities through the Southeast Richland Water and Sewer Project have until Dec. 16 to sign up for services and avoid fees to tap into…

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Tickets for South Carolina Railroad Museum’s Santa Trains on sale now!

November 10, 2019

Don’t wait in line for Santa this holiday season, take a historic train ride with him! Tickets for the South Carolina Railroad Museum’s annual Santa Trains and Twilight Santa Trains…

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Gov. Henry McMaster and S.C. Department of Employment of Workforce Executive Director Dan Ellzey announce record cuts to unemployment insurance tax rates

November 10, 2019

2020 tax rates will be 34 percent lower than 2019, and the UI Trust Fund is now solvent. Governor Henry McMaster was joined by S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce…

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Midlands Technical College, Lexington School District Two sign agreement to advance students along career pathways

November 10, 2019

Students from Lexington School District Two will have an added advantage when taking courses that align with sets of career-pathway courses at Midlands Technical College (MTC). MTC President Dr. Ronald…

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2018 South Carolina infant mortality report released

November 10, 2019

New data released today by the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) shows that South Carolina’s infant mortality rate increased to 7.2 deaths per 1,000 births. In 2017,…

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Richland One to showcase magnet programs at November 19 fair

November 10, 2019

Whether it’s learning a second language, getting a head start on the skills they need for high demand jobs, or taking classes online or on a college campus, Richland One’s…

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Harris Pastides, AVX Corp., Jerry Youkey honored at record-setting life sciences conference

November 10, 2019

To resounding applause from a record gathering from 11 countries, 32 states and virtually every county in South Carolina, life sciences leaders at SCBIO 2019 in Greenville saluted three leaders…

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Fireflies announce 2020 game times and promotional highlights

November 9, 2019

Fireflies 2020 Home Schedule Features 5 Giveaways and 20 Fireworks Shows The Columbia Fireflies announced game times, fireworks nights and highlights of the initial promotional calendar for the 2020 season.…

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S.C. Department of Revenue issuing 400,000 rebate checks this week

November 8, 2019

Six months after lawmakers approved $50 tax rebates for eligible taxpayers and less than one month after the October 15 Individual Income Tax extension deadline, the final numbers are in…

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Gov. Henry McMaster, S.C. Floodwater Commission Chairman Tom Mullikin release final Commission report

November 8, 2019

Governor Henry McMaster and South Carolina Floodwater Commission Chairman Tom Mullikin today released the Commission’s final report at its quarterly meeting in Horry County this morning. “Major hurricanes and major…

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Business, neighborhood leaders announce 10-Point Plan to Renew Five Points

November 8, 2019

Columbia City Councilman Daniel Rickenmann Steve Cook, Owner, Saluda’s Restaurant and the President of the Five Points Association; and Rox Pollard, Director of Retail Services Team | Columbia, Colliers International…

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Dominion Energy sponsors home and donates $60,000 to Central SC Habitat for Humanity

November 8, 2019

Melissa broke down into tears before she hammered the first nail in what will be the place that Melissa and her son Isaiah will call home. Dominion Energy is sponsoring…

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