I-26 Widening Project in Lexington, Richland, and Newberry Counties

September 20, 2019

The S.C. Department of Transportation (SCDOT) announces some preliminary activities that are required to complete the design ahead of construction on the Interstate 26 Widening Design-Build Project in Lexington, Richland and…

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United Way of the Midlands continues to gain support for its Resilient Richland movement as a recipient of Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC’s 2019 Community Enrichment Grant

September 20, 2019

United Way of the Midlands was one of 23 nonprofit organizations to receive a Community Enrichment Grant funding from Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina. The Community Enrichment Grant…

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South Carolina is mourning the passing of Emily England Clyburn; librarian, activist, and philanthropist

September 19, 2019

Dr. Emily England Clyburn passed away the morning of Thursday, September 19, 2019, in Columbia, South Carolina.  Born in the Whitesville section of Berkeley County near Moncks Corner, South Carolina,…

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Trinity Partners Columbia grows Property Management Portfolio and team with the addition of the Columbia Heart facility

September 19, 2019

Trinity Partners Columbia Property Management team, led by Senior Property Manager, Ashley Owens, recently earned the management assignment of 8 Medical Drive in Columbia, South Carolina. The property, owned by…

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United Way of the Midlands and Peter Buffett accelerate community change with special concert in Columbia this fall

September 18, 2019

United Way the Midlands is rallying community members to work together in new ways to solve complex social issues by hosting A Concert & Conversation with Peter Buffett, son of…

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Carolina Pines RV Resort Grand Opening

September 18, 2019

Sun Rv Resort is celebrating the Grand Opening of Carolina Pines on October 22nd and you’re invited. Be one of the first to experience all the fun the resort has…

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Richland One announces 2020 graduation dates

September 18, 2019

Graduation Day 2020, a time of excitement, joy and celebration for Richland One seniors and their families, will be here sooner than you think. Richland One’s high school graduation ceremonies…

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GSSM honors 31st class of seniors at 2019 Convocation Ceremony

September 18, 2019

The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) Convocation Ceremony was held Thursday, September 12th at GSSM in the Gerald Malloy Activity Center. Mr. Joey Wilson, GSSM’s Class…

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173 children attend Salvation Army summer camp programs

September 18, 2019

Salvation Army summer camper, Kiara McElveen-Lowery (age 8) will receive the Walter E. Hayden Star Camper Award on Tuesday, September 17. This award is given annually to a camper in…

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Congressman Joe Wilson appointed to NDAA Conference Committee

September 18, 2019

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) released the following statement on his appointment to the conference committee for this year’s National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA): “I am extraordinarily grateful to serve…

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Economic impact of South Carolina housing industry totals $44.7 billion

September 18, 2019

The annual economic impact of the housing industry on the state of South Carolina is $44.7 billion, according to a report released today by SC REALTORS® (SCR).  Joseph C. Von…

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Foundations Key to USC Support

September 18, 2019

The University of South Carolina’s Educational Foundation and Development Foundation provide key, non-profit support for the state’s flagship institution, according to Jason Caskey, a 1990 accounting graduate who oversees fund…

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Home Works to be featured on upcoming episode of new television series ‘Making Good’

September 18, 2019

On Wednesday September 25, SC nonprofit Home Works will be featured on the new television series ‘Making Good,’ a docuseries on BYUtv airing in an estimated 64 million households. Created…

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Turner Padget adds three female attorneys

September 18, 2019

Turner Padget announced the addition of three new attorneys to the firm’s Columbia office: shareholders Kelli L. Sullivan and L. Patricia (Tricia) Wharton, and associate Ashtin D. Kilpatrick. The arrival…

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Newsome Law expanding to Main Street in Columbia, SC

September 18, 2019

Newsome Law, a solutions-focused tax, estate and trust firm, has relocated to a new office at 1501 Main St., Suite 601, in the TD Bank building on Boyd Plaza, across…

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NARENCO establishing solar power operations in Marion County

September 18, 2019

Company Investing $8.75 Million in New Facility National Renewable Energy Corporation (NARENCO), a leading renewable energy independent power producer, announced the development of Cardinal Solar LLC, a new solar power…

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Columbia City Council gives first-reading approval to business fee reform plan

September 18, 2019

Columbia City council on Tuesday gave first reading approval to a business fee reform proposal by Moe Baddourah. Under the proposal, businesses which have a 501(c) tax status from the…

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Choice Hotels welcomes third Cambria in South Carolina

September 18, 2019

Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. , announced the opening of its third hotel in South Carolina. The hotel is just miles from the state…

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17 Richland One schools ranked among Nation’s Healthiest Schools

September 18, 2019

Richland One is setting the pace as a national and state leader in creating healthy schools. Seventeen Richland One schools have been recognized by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation…

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Callison Tighe one of 15 employers nationally honored for supporting the Guard and Reserve

September 17, 2019

Columbia law firm Callison Tighe is one of 15 businesses from across the country who received the 2019 Freedom Award given by the Defense Department’s Employer Support of the Guard…

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Polydeck Screen Corporation expanding operations in Spartanburg County

September 17, 2019

More Than $8.7 Million Investment Creating 45 New Jobs Polydeck Screen Corporation, a leading provider of polyurethane and rubber screen media and specialty screening solutions, is expanding its operations in…

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MIRCI is supported by a charitable contribution to support homeless outreach and Mental Illness in Columbia

September 17, 2019

Janssen Pharmaceuticals Companies of Johnson & Johnson has donated $12,500 to the Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. (MIRCI), supporting efforts to assist our community’s most vulnerable population to allow them…

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Local technology company, TPM, to relocate to North Main after recent acquisition

September 16, 2019

Trinity Partners’ brokerage team, Roger Winn, SIOR and Braden Shockley represented TPM with their recent acquisition of 2510 N. Main Street in Columbia, South Carolina. Located along Columbia’s revitalized North…

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Collins & Lacy welcomes Matt Kosciewicz as Marketing and Communications intern

September 16, 2019

Matt Kosciewicz has joined Collins & Lacy, P.C. as its Marketing and Communications intern. He will assist the business development department with content creation, social media management, and client relations.…

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GSSM’s Spark! and ENGAGE after school programs now accepting applications

September 16, 2019

The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is now accepting applications for its outreach after school programs Spark! and ENGAGE. Online applications are available at www.scgssm.org/outreach. Delivered by…

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Top Grossing Movies – September 16, 2019

September 16, 2019

Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 09/13/2019 to 09/19/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 IT Chapter Two 2  $39,606,550  $152,675,074 2 Hustlers 1  $33,181,361  $33,181,361 3 Angel Has…

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2020 National Merit Scholarship semifinalists announced

September 16, 2019

Eighteen Richland Two seniors have been named semifinalists in the 2020 National Merit Scholarship program. The students and their schools are: McLean T. Brown, Nina Ni and Swetha Sekhar (Blythewood…

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City of Columbia accepting nominations for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards

September 16, 2019

The City of Columbia is accepting nominations for the 2020 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards. The Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards program recognizes exemplary displays of committed…

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Bernita Platt named SC SBDC State Star for her contributions to the economic development of South Carolina

September 16, 2019

The South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC), the state’s premier provider of business assistance to entrepreneurs and small business owners, announced that Myrtle Beach Area business consultant Bernita…

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City of Columbia to celebrate National Community Planning Month

September 16, 2019

The City of Columbia is celebrating National Community Planning Month this October.  The City of Columbia prioritizes planning, working to improve our public space and parks, planning for preservation and…

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City of Hartsville launches new resident engagement system

September 16, 2019

The City of Hartsville has launched Citibot, America’s first interactive text messaging and customer service solution for civic engagement with government. Citibot is a communication tool for citizens and their…

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ZVerse and Shapeways announce integration partnership to deliver expert 3D Design solutions at scale

September 16, 2019

ZVerse, Inc, developer of the only CAD as a Service (CADaaS) platform for digital manufacturing, announces its partnership with Shapeways, the world’s largest 3D printing service, to provide CADaaS to…

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South Carolina state agencies partner to recognize 30 years since Hurricane Hugo

September 16, 2019

South Carolina Educational Television (SCETV) and the South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD) today announced a partnership to recognize 30 years since Hurricane Hugo impacted the state. On-air, SCETV plans…

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South Carolina Business Awards announces the recipients for the SC Economic Impact Award and the SC Excellence in Business Awards

September 16, 2019

South Carolina Business Awards, home of the Official SC TOP 25 Fastest Growing Companies program, announced the recipient for the 2019 South Carolina Economic Impact Award is ScanSource. The SC…

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NAI Columbia continues to grow its brokerage team with the addition of Thomas Wyatt

September 16, 2019

NAI Columbia announced the addition of Thomas Wyatt to the Columbia brokerage team. Thomas transitions to the role of Commercial Real Estate Broker after serving for three years as NAI…

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Joe Lucas, Managing Member of Pope Flynn named Best Lawyers® 2020 Public Finance “Lawyer of the Year” in Charlotte

September 16, 2019

Joe Lucas, an attorney concentrating in public finance, development finance, and banking and underwriting with Pope Flynn, a Columbia, South Carolina-based law firm, has received “Lawyer of the Year” in…

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Nephron Pharmaceuticals gift supports pharmacology program

September 16, 2019

Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation and CEO Lou Kennedy continue their support of Lexington County School District One students with a generous contribution to the Lexington One Educational Foundation. Kennedy recently donated…

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Design & Style the Perfect Costume with Richland Library’s Artist-in-Residence

September 16, 2019

A local artist, known for her true Renaissance personality, is sharing her talents with Richland Library and the community this fall. We’re excited to welcome Margaret “Markie” Gaddis as our…

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Riggs Partners announces 2019 CreateAthon clients

September 16, 2019

Eight South Carolina nonprofit organizations will be the beneficiaries of pro bono marketing and communication services provided by Riggs Partners during its 22nd annual CreateAthon®. The 24-hour marketing marathon will…

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Colonial Precast Concrete of Carolina, LLC establishing Colleton County operations

September 16, 2019

More than $2.5 Million Investment Creating Approximately 55 Jobs Colonial Precast Concrete of Carolina, LLC, a leading manufacturer of prestressed and precast concrete products, today announced plans to establish manufacturing…

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GE Appliances expanding Kershaw County operations with new Manufacturing Center of Excellence 

September 16, 2019

Company Investing $60 Million into Facility GE Appliances (GEA), a Haier company, announced the creation of a new Manufacturing Center of Excellence for production of water heaters at its Kershaw…

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New partnership unites SC businesses with exceptional needs students through state tax credit programs

September 16, 2019

Exceptional SC and the South Carolina Research Authority announced Wednesday the formation of Exceptional Connections – a business-education partnership that unites South Carolina’s business community with more than 3,000 exceptional…

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The Barbara Stone Foundation hosts ‘CAN Talks,’ an event where ideas and stories will broaden your perspective

September 16, 2019

The Barbara Stone Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on supporting visionary and creative programs for individuals with disabilities, will host a special event called ‘CAN Talks’ where six individuals with…

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SC Commission on Higher Education launches media campaign to encourage minority males to enter the teaching profession

September 15, 2019

South Carolina is one of only four states to participate in Project Pipeline Repair (PPR), an exclusive initiative of the State Higher Education Executive Officers Association (SHEEO) utilizing collaborative partnerships…

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Arnold Companies announces plans to build residential tower at the corner of Assembly and Lady Streets

September 13, 2019

The Arnold Companies, a Columbia-based commercial development firm, announced plans to build the first new residential tower in the central business district located at the corner of Lady and Assembly…

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South Carolina Council on Competitiveness’ TransformSC Network welcomes Calhoun County School District elementary schools

September 13, 2019

Calhoun County School District’s two elementary schools – Sandy Run K-8 and St. Matthews K-8 – are the newest additions to the TransformSC network. TransformSC, an initiative of the South…

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Fourth Halls Chophouse set to open in Nexton September 18 

September 13, 2019

Hall Management Group LLC (HMG) announced the September 18 opening of their fourth Halls Chophouse in Nexton Square in Summerville, South Carolina. Their flagship location at 434 King Street in…

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Visit Your Local Library & Get a Free Flu Shot

September 13, 2019

With the 2019-2020 flu season quickly approaching, Richland Library is preparing local residents and offering access to preventive care. Once again, we are partnering with Walgreens to host free flu…

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City of West Columbia water update

September 13, 2019

Lake Murray is currently experiencing turnover, a naturally occurring event, which contributes to an increase in natural organic matter. This summer, the region has experienced periods of heavy rain followed…

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Local real estate agent named Best in Columbia two years in a row

September 12, 2019

Jeff Lawler, a REALTOR® with Coldwell Banker’s Northeast office, was recently voted Best Real Estate Agent in Columbia by readers of the Free Times for the second year in a…

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