DHEC releases Annual Report outlining many communicable diseases that make South Carolinians ill

November 25, 2019

Today, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released its 2018 Annual Morbidity Report on Reportable Conditions, which provides data and details about many of the diseases that…

Colliers International brokers lease extension at 1900 Pineview Road

November 25, 2019

Colliers International’s Chuck Salley, SIOR, Dave Mathews, SIOR, Thomas Beard and John Peebles represented Carolina Industrial Properties in a ten-year lease extension for Alpha Media at 1900 Pineview Road in…

Mayor unveils 2019 Babcock Center Christmas Ornament

November 25, 2019

Mayor Steve Benjamin and representatives from the Babcock Center unveiled this year’s “Official City Ornament” at a press conference on November 22nd.  This year’s ornament depicts the historical Township Auditorium.…

Popular free concert series returns to groove into the holidays

November 25, 2019

Chaye Alexander presents Live at Boyd Plaza: A Jazzy Afternoon The Columbia Museum of Art announces a holiday addition to its dynamic, free outdoor concert series on the beautifully renovated…

Celebrate the holiday season at the State Museum

November 25, 2019

The holidays are in full swing at the South Carolina State Museum with returning holiday themed 4D and planetarium shows now playing and the museum’s annual Winter Fest celebration. WinterFest,…

Make Richland Library your travel companion this Thanksgiving

November 22, 2019

With more than 55 million people projected to travel over Thanksgiving, according to AAA, it may take a while getting to your final destination. Whether you’re driving, taking the train…

Leadership Institute = Key Rotary Training

November 22, 2019

Local clubs are the “heartbeat” of Rotary International, but need training to grow stronger and more effectively serve their communities. That’s the message Capital Rotarians heard Nov. 20 from guest…

Join us at the Relic Room to Remember – and learn about – Pearl Harbor

November 22, 2019

COLUMBIA, S.C. – “Remember Pearl Harbor!” Who could forget? It wasn’t just the “date that will live in infamy,” but the moment when America turned on a dime and was…

Flock and Rally earns three IABC/SC Palmetto Awards of Excellence

November 22, 2019

Creative agency honored for brand communication and advertising Flock and Rally, the women-owned integrated communications and marketing firm based in Columbia, S.C., was honored with three 2019 Palmetto Awards of…

Gov. Henry McMaster designates chair of South Carolina First Steps Board of Trustees

November 21, 2019

South Carolina First Steps, the state’s early childhood agency and a statewide nonprofit organization, announced that Governor Henry McMaster has designated business leader David Morley as the new chair of…

GaffneyLewis welcomes new attorney to Columbia office

November 21, 2019

GaffneyLewis LLC announced that Sara Brakmann has joined the firm as an attorney in the firm’s Columbia office. Brakmann received her Juris Doctor degree from the University of South Carolina…

MUSC and Clemson introduce Healthy Me – Healthy SC to increase health care access

November 21, 2019

Clemson University and the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) have begun a statewide collaborative program called Healthy Me – Healthy SC, created to improve health care access and combat…

Cassina Group Broker-in-Charge Owen Tyler is South Carolina REALTORS® 2020 President

November 20, 2019

Owen Tyler, managing broker and broker-in-charge at The Cassina Group in Charleston is South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) 2020 president. Tyler was inaugurated in an awards ceremony at the association’s annual…

Flock to the Zoo for Lights Before Christmas

November 20, 2019

Columbia’s Longest Running Holiday Tradition Kicks Off this Weekend Join Riverbanks Zoo and Garden for the 32nd annual Lights Before Christmas presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina. The…

Kelly Carter named Chief Financial Officer of SAFE Federal Credit Union

November 20, 2019

SAFE Federal Credit Union has selected Kelly Carter, CPA as its new Chief Financial Officer.  Carter succeeds Debbie Jordan who will retire in early 2020 with more than 41 years…

City Center Partnership announces election of new officers and board members for 2020

November 20, 2019

City Center Partnership (CCP) announced the election of the following officers. The election took place at CCP’s 18th annual meeting. • John Griggs of Synovus Bank – Chairman • Sharon…

Dominion Energy launches energy-saving program in Columbia

November 20, 2019

Customers benefit from cost-saving measures Dominion Energy hosted a kickoff event in partnership with the City of Columbia at the Busby Street Community Center to inform residents of the Neighborhood…

Statewide Adoption Day means a forever home for nearly 80 children

November 20, 2019

The SC Department of Social Services recognizes November as National Adoption Month and November 25th is proclaimed by Governor McMaster as Statewide Adoption Day in SC. Nearly eighty (80) children are scheduled to…

Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. holds Merry Mirci Holiday event

November 20, 2019

Proceeds to Benefit Midlands Housing and Homeless Programs The Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. (MIRCI) is holding its annual benefit, Merry MIRCI Holiday, at Hotel Trundle on Wednesday, December 4th 6…

State Treasurer’s Office Works to ‘Serve Those Who Serve’

November 20, 2019

By South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis   Our nation’s military members know what it means to serve. They are selfless individuals who have committed themselves to safeguarding our country, its…

Carver Maritime expanding Charleston County operations

November 20, 2019

More Than $14 Million Investment will Create 22 New Jobs Carver Maritime, LLC, an industrial port known for its shipping and warehousing storage operations, announced plans to expand its existing…

Owen Tyler of The Cassina Group elected as 2020 President of S.C. Realtors

November 20, 2019

Owen Tyler, managing broker and partner of luxury boutique real estate firm The Cassina Group, has been elected as the 2020 president of South Carolina Realtors. South Carolina Realtors, headquartered…

SOCO 80808 celebrates public opening

November 20, 2019

The coworking community expands with a larger footprint in the Vista SOCO, a platform and community for creative entrepreneurs and independent workers, will open their new Vista location to the…

One SC Fund awards more than $313,000 for Hurricane Relief and Disaster Preparation

November 19, 2019

Grants bring total to more than $4.8 million distributed to nonprofits since the fund’s inception The One SC Fund Committee awarded $313,344 in grants to 11 organizations across South Carolina…

Kick off the Holidays with Historic Columbia

November 19, 2019

Decorative house tours, classic carriage rides and breakfast with Santa heighten the holiday season Historic Columbia is the home for holiday traditions, and the new season of events is sure…

1×1 Design associate Yarely Martinez joins Columbia AIA Board of Directors

November 19, 2019

The team at 1×1 Design announced that Yarely Martinez has joined the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Columbia Board of Directors. Martinez, Associate AIA, is the fourth 1×1 Design staff…

Neal becomes newest Morton & Gettys associate

November 19, 2019

Joe’Terrious Neal, a graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Law, is Morton & Gettys’ newest associate. His practice focuses on civil litigation. Neal joined the firm in…

Cox becomes Burnette Shutt & McDaniel’s newest associate

November 19, 2019

Sarah J.M. Cox, a graduate of the Mitchell Hamline School of Law in Minnesota, has become Burnette Shutt & McDaniel’s newest associate. Her practice focuses on employment law, personal injury,…

Matthew Jepertinger joins Callison Tighe as an associate

November 19, 2019

Matthew L. Jepertinger, a graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Law, has joined Callison Tighe & Robinson as an associate. His practice will focus on civil litigation.…

Highest Morningstar RatingTM for Wallick Investments’ Fidelis composite for 3-year risk-adjusted performance as of September 30, 2019

November 19, 2019

1 of only 7 RIA firms in SC to receive Morningstar Separate Account Ratings, Wallick Investments, LLC’s Fidelis composite received a 5-star Morningstar Rating among 464 large-cap value products for…

Mullikin Law makes Carolina Cup history

November 19, 2019

By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Mullikin Law Firm has been named the presenting sponsor for the 2020 Carolina Cup. The firm will sponsor both the signature Carolina Cup steeplechase…

Studio 2LR, Inc. Architecture + Interiors looking to hire project architect

November 19, 2019

Studio 2LR, Inc., an award winning design firm, seeks a problem solving, multi-tasking, creative architectural project manager to join our firm. We are looking for a creative thinker who has…

Apply to become Richland Library’s next artist-in-residence

November 19, 2019

The search is underway for local artists who are looking for a space to create and willing to share their talents with the community. Richland Library is currently accepting applications…

Richland Library announces Thanksgiving schedule

November 19, 2019

All Richland Library locations will close 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 27 and remain closed Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29 in observance of Thanksgiving. Local residents will still be…

Stevens & Wilkinson appoints new president of South Carolina office

November 19, 2019

Stevens & Wilkinson, a full-service architecture, engineering and interior design firm with offices in Atlanta and Columbia, S.C., announces the appointment of Robby Aull, AIA, ACHA, LEED AP, principal, as…

Clawson and Staubes attorney, Trey Still becomes Certified Mediator

November 19, 2019

Clawson and Staubes LLC attorney Trey Still has received his certification as a Circuit Court Mediator by the SC Board of Arbitrator and Mediator Certification. An experienced litigator Still will…

Colliers International represents Reger Holdings in 280,000-square-foot lease at 10700 Farrow Road

November 19, 2019

Colliers International’s Chuck Salley, SIOR, Dave Mathews, SIOR, Thomas Beard and John Peebles represented the landlord in leasing space to Jushi USA at 10700 Farrow Road in Columbia. The property…

South Carolina’s Employment Situation – October 2019

November 19, 2019

    Number of South Carolinians Working Continues Record Setting Pace Unemployment Rate Remains at All Time Low   Employment and Workforce Executive Director Dan Ellzey’s Statement on October 2019 Employment…

Sleigh Bell Stroll and Trot – November 25 & 26

November 19, 2019

Family Fun Walk and Four Mile Run at Holiday Lights on the River See the lights at the Sleigh Bell Stroll (Nov. 25 and Sleigh Bell Trot (Nov. 26)! Join us at Saluda Shoals…

Sarah Robinson joins NP Strategy and expands the growing strategic communications firm

November 19, 2019

Sarah Robinson Joins NPS+ as a Communications Specialist  NP Strategy (NPS+) welcomes, Sarah Robinson, to their growing strategic communications team across the Carolinas. Robinson joins as a Communications Specialist and will…

Making Your Event Stand Out Through Sponsorships

November 18, 2019

By Emily Eckert NP Strategy   Think back to an event that stuck out in your mind. The one you attended where your mouth dropped open when you walked in,…

Top Grossing Movies – November 18, 2019

November 18, 2019

Theatrical grosses from comScore   Week of 11/15/2019 to 11/21/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Ford v. Ferrari 1  $31,474,958  $31,474,958 2 Midway 2  $8,505,531  $34,896,304 3 Charlie’s…

Residents can help ‘Stuff an Ambulance’ for EMS toy drive

November 18, 2019

Richland County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) again is responding to the call to help disadvantaged children during the holiday season and is seeking help from the community to “Stuff an…

Two Lexington One assistant principals selected for statewide awards

November 18, 2019

The South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA) has named two school leaders from Lexington School District One as the 2020 South Carolina Middle Level Assistant Principal of the Year…

City kicks off annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Honor the Dream Food Drive

November 18, 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…

Trinity Partners represents purchaser in sale of 5506 Platt Springs Road, Lexington, SC

November 18, 2019

Trinity Partners recently facilitated the land sale of 1.6 acres at 5506 Platt Springs Road in Lexington, South Carolina. Partners Nick Stomski, SIOR and Roger Winn, SIOR of Trinity Partners…

Majority Whip Clyburn statement on passage of export-import bank reauthorization

November 18, 2019

House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn Released The Following Statement Today On Passage Of Legislation To Reauthorize The Export-Import (Ex-Im) Bank For Ten Years, Increase Its Financing Capacity, And Reform…

Municipal Run-off Election

November 18, 2019

The Municipal Election Commission of the City of Columbia announces a run-off election for the City Council At-Large seat to be held on Tuesday, November 19, 2019 from 7:00 a.m.…

Columbia Speech-Language Pathologist tops list of 25 Podcasts to Follow

November 18, 2019

Columbia Speech-Language Pathologist Michelle L.W. Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC  has earned the #3 spot on the “Top 25 Speech Pathology Podcasts to Follow in 2019” list published by Feedspot. Dawson’s…

The City of Cayce announces annual Christmas in Cayce festivities

November 18, 2019

The City of Cayce announced their 2019 Christmas in Cayce festivities! Beginning on Thursday, December 5th and continuing through the end of the year, visitors can ride or stroll through the…