abatUS establishing operations in Greenville County

February 24, 2020

$10 million investment expected to create 35 new jobs abatUS, a subsidiary of German-based abat AG and sister company of Adah International, announced new operations in Greenville County. The company’s…

Two new members for Capital Rotary

February 24, 2020

Columbia’s Capital Rotary Club has added two new members – an exercise trainer and a local school district director. Shown after their induction are (from left) Barbara Gelberd with sponsor…

SAFE Federal Credit Union opens new branch in Lexington

February 24, 2020

SAFE Federal Credit Union celebrated the opening of their newest branch in the Red Bank community of Lexington on February 19. The branch is SAFE’s second in Lexington and expands…

Top Grossing Movies – February 24, 2020

February 24, 2020

Theatrical grosses from comScore   Week of 02/21/2020 to 02/27/2020 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Sonic The Hedgehog 2  $26,192,294  $106,493,965 2 The Call Of The Wild 1…

VetIQ Petcare Wellness Center comes to Lexington Walmart Supercenter

February 24, 2020

Walk-in preventive veterinary service center offers a convenient and affordable way to take care of your pet wellness needs High-quality, convenient and affordable preventive veterinary services are now available for…

Lexington District One pursues land for new district Transportation Facility

February 24, 2020

During the Feb. 18, 2020 Board Meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees accepted the administration’s recommendation to enter into option agreements related to land needed to…

Boating Magazine names Lake Murray a top-10 boating destination

February 24, 2020

Two times in a decade, in 2011 and 2020, Boating Magazine has named Lake Murray one of the Top 10 Places to Live and Boat. “The Capital City/Lake Murray Country…

Gov. McMaster’s invitation to the Mullikin Law Carolina Cup

February 24, 2020

CAMDEN, S.C. – South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster is inviting one-and-all to attend this year’s 86th-running of the Carolina Cup. “[The Carolina Cup] is being sponsored by Tom and Virginia…

abatUS establishes new operations in South Carolina to serve Southeastern markets

February 24, 2020

abatUS, a subsidiary of Bremen, Germany-based abat AG and sister company of Adah International, today announced new operations in Greenville County to serve its expanding Southeastern markets. The company’s $10…

Carolina Springs Middle counseling program earns national designation

February 24, 2020

Carolina Springs Middle School is one of only 39 schools in 15 states to receive Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) designation this year from the American School Counselor Association. CSMS…

Sixty-three top 100 players headline loaded Dustin Johnson World Junior Golf Championship Field

February 24, 2020

The fifth annual Dustin Johnson World Junior Golf Championship, which will be played Feb. 28 – March 1 at TPC Myrtle Beach, will feature a 90-player field that is the strongest…

Athletic Trainer honored for dedication to students and the profession

February 24, 2020

White Knoll High School Head Athletic Trainer Sheila Gordon recently received the Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer Award from the Mid-Atlantic Athletic Trainers’ Association (MAATA). The prestigious honor recognizes qualified MAATA members…

New digital marketing agency in Columbia

February 24, 2020

Grow! By ERG is now open and providing clients with digital marketing services. Grow! by ERG has brought together a team of marketing mavens from across the U.S. with 20+…

Midlands IHOPs celebrate National Pancake Day for Prisma Health Children’s Hospital—Midlands

February 24, 2020

On Tuesday, February 25, IHOP locations in the Midlands will serve their world-famous, freshly-made pancakes for the kids! Dine in from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., receive a free short…

Real Men Love to Read

February 24, 2020

By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Sheriff Leon Lott [Pictured here] is reading to a class at Columbia’s Meadowfield Elementary School during the REAL MEN LOVE TO READ event, Fri. Feb.…

A Roadmap to Your Savings Journey

February 24, 2020

By Curtis Loftis South Carolina State Treasurer   Saving money can be like driving a car. Your desired destination may be near or far, the direction you choose might change,…

701 Center for Contemporary Art presents Kent Ambler: Into the Wood

February 24, 2020

701 Center for Contemporary Art: 701 Whaley St., 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201 Opening Reception: Thursday, March 12, 7 – 8:30 pm Artist Talk: Thursday, March 12, 6:30 pm Exhibition: March…

Statehouse Update – February 24, 2020

February 24, 2020

The following is courtesy of Public Education Partners based in Greenville. They publish a bimonthly primer on all the policy action at the Statehouse. Bills We’re Watching The Santee Cooper…

The Samuels Law Firm announces new name, new partner

February 24, 2020

  Founding attorney Stephen Samuels of The Samuels Law Firm announced that personal injury lawyer Jason Reynolds has been named full partner, creating the Samuels Reynolds Law Firm. Reynolds joined…

Conservative leader, Brenda Stewart, announces run for Laurens County Council, District 7 seat

February 24, 2020

Long-time Clinton resident, Brenda Stewart has announced that she will run for Laurens County Council, District 7 seat in this year’s election. Stewart is a well-known community leader and life-long…

AVX and Kyocera enter into merger agreement

February 24, 2020

AVX and Kyocera Enter Into Merger Agreement: Kyocera to Acquire all of the Outstanding Shares of AVX that it Does Not Own for $21.75 per Share in Cash FOUNTAIN INN,…

Colonial Life names three new leaders to support customer experience

February 23, 2020

Three new leaders have been named to help lead Colonial Life’ efforts to serve millions of policyholders and their family members. Stephanie Ek, Annette Hill and Tariq Mirza will lead…

South Carolina Retailers donate nearly $89,000 for hunger relief

February 23, 2020

Cash and Product Donations Support the Mission of Feeding the Carolinas The South Carolina Retail Association (http://scretail.org) and its retail member companies presented $89,000 in product and cash contributions to…

UofSC announces new Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion

February 21, 2020

The University of South Carolina announced Julian R. Williams will serve as its first vice president for diversity, equity and inclusion. Williams, who most recently served as vice president of…

Garvin Design Group clients, firm win Columbia Chamber Impact Awards

February 21, 2020

Garvin Design Group clients Hendrix and Downtown Church were presented with the Columbia Chamber’s Golden Nail at this year’s Impact Awards on February 20th. The Columbia Chamber named Garvin Design…

PC Matic awarded ‘2020 Cybersecurity Excellence Award’ for anti-malware solution

February 21, 2020

PC Matic, the world’s only 100% American-made antivirus software, announced being the recipient of a “2020 Cybersecurity Excellence Award” for its anti-malware solution, PC Matic Pro. PC Matic Pro was…

Niagara Bottling establishing operations in Florence County

February 21, 2020

More Than $70 Million Investment to Create 70 New Jobs Niagara Bottling, a leading beverage manufacturer in the U.S., announced plans to establish operations in Florence County. The company’s more…

Mary Poppins Flies Back in to Town Theatre March 13 – 29

February 20, 2020

Town Theatre – March 13 – 29 Things are not going well for the Banks family. Children Michael and Jane are out of control and have run off yet another…

D’Alberto & Graham moving to temporary Devine Street location

February 20, 2020

D’Alberto & Graham Attorneys & Advisors will move into temporary offices at 2231 Devine St., Suite 100, Columbia, SC, 29205, beginning Monday, Feb. 24. The firm’s mailing address will remain,…

Governor presents Tourism Achievement Awards at conference

February 20, 2020

In an awards luncheon at the Governor’s Conference on Tourism and Travel, Governor Henry McMaster recognized people and places who made significant contributions to tourism in South Carolina. The industry’s…

Second annual high school film festival set for March 13-14 in Blythewood

February 20, 2020

Success breeds success. And so it is that the second annual Doko Film Fest, to be held in Blythewood March 13 and 14, will be bigger and better than the…

Kline Property receives commercial development incentive approval

February 20, 2020

Hotels, retail, office and structured parking planned for key downtown intersection With final approval granted by Richland County Council during their February 18th meeting, the former Kline Iron & Steel…

Domtar declares regular quarterly dividend

February 20, 2020

FORT MILL, SC – Domtar Corporation announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend on its common stock (NYSE: UFS) (TSX: UFS). The dividend of US$0.455 per…

Local FASTSIGNS recognized among top-performing centers nationwide

February 19, 2020

FASTSIGNS® of Columbia-Harbison Blvd., a local sign and visual graphics provider, was recognized as a top-performing center at the 2020 FASTSIGNS International Convention held in Phoenix, Arizona. Owned by Gerry…

Colliers Report: Entertainment, health and wellness boost Columbia retail occupancy

February 19, 2020

  Research & Forecast Report Q4-2019 COLUMBIA | RETAIL   Key Takeaways The Columbia shopping center market absorbed 82,026 square feet during the fourth quarter of 2019; non-core retail space…

Colliers International | South Carolina announces Innovation Award recipient is Sarah Davis

February 19, 2020

Colliers International | South Carolina announced the company’s 2019 Innovation Award was presented to Sarah Davis, Marketing Coordinator in its Columbia office. The Innovation Award recognizes and honors revolutionary actions…

Trustus Theatre Board of Directors names Chad Henderson Producing Artistic Director

February 19, 2020

On Monday, February 17, 2020, the Trustus Theatre Board of Directors voted to end the organization’s search for a Managing Director that began in September 2019, and named current Artistic…

Goodwill – Not Just a Thrift Store

February 19, 2020

Goodwill is more than a thrift store – it’s an organization dedicated to helping people find work and a place of belonging in their lives. That’s the message guest speaker…

Richland County, City of Columbia OK redeveloping former Kline Steel Site

February 19, 2020

Hotel, retail, office space and structured parking planned for key downtown intersection  A joint initiative by Richland County and the City of Columbia continues to pave the way for economic…

Riverfront Park closing due to maintenance

February 19, 2020

The City of Columbia’s Parks and Recreation Department announced Riverfront Park will be closed on weekdays beginning Tuesday, February 25th for two weeks.  This affects both Riverfront North and Riverfront South…

Lexington Chamber recognizes success of local businesses, professionals

February 19, 2020

The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center honored Midlands businesses and professionals at it annual Chamber Awards Luncheon on Tuesday at Mt. Horeb United Methodist Church. Lazy Creek Discount Pet Food Center received the Small…

Junior Achievement, Dominion Energy, and Lexington One Technology Center partner to inspire girls to go into STEM-related careers

February 19, 2020

Junior Achievement (JA), Dominion Energy and Lexington One Technology Center (LTC) will host seventy female high school students from Lexington One Technology Center for the JA Girls STEM Summit Thursday,…

South Carolina tourism reports another record year

February 19, 2020

Tourism in South Carolina is now a record $23.8 billion industry, supporting one in every 10 jobs and generating $1.8 billion in state and local taxes, according to figures released today…

Alliance for a Healthier SC announces Juana Slade as new Chair

February 19, 2020

The Alliance for a Healthier SC has named Juana S. Slade, CDM, CCF, who currently serves as the chief diversity officer and director of language services at AnMed Health, as…

Top Grossing Movies – February 19, 2020

February 19, 2020

Theatrical grosses from comScore   Week of 02/14/2020 to 02/20/2020 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Sonic The Hedgehog 1  $58,018,348  $70,002,074 2 Birds Of Prey 2  $17,172,686  $61,859,171…

Central Carolina Community Foundation grants $375,100 to 10 South Carolina nonprofits to launch innovative projects

February 18, 2020

Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ local center for philanthropy, is pleased to award $375,100 to 10 Connected Communities grant recipients. In response to two questions, “What makes residents love…

National Cybersecurity Legal Institute focuses on ransomware

February 18, 2020

On March 5, the University of South Carolina School of Law will host the 2nd annual National Cybersecurity Legal Institute in Columbia, SC. In partnership with the FBI, the School…

Hobcaw Barony plans outdoor winter events this February with Trail Rides and Camellias & Tea

February 18, 2020

Belle Baruch began purchasing sections of Hobcaw Barony from her father in 1935, and soon after began creating an outdoor oasis by building a house and stable complex, Bellefield Plantation,…

Advertisement of Vacancies on Various Boards and Commissions

February 17, 2020

The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) Seeking to fill two (2) vacancies. The purpose…

Donate blood on Thursday, February 20, 2020 at Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and become a “Columbia Lifesaver” for patients in need.

February 17, 2020

Saving lives isn’t just for superheroes. Everyday citizens in our community are capable of sharing the gift of life. The community is invited to answer the call of patients in…