South Carolina State Museum to offer free general admission for Fall Fest

October 29, 2019

Annual event will coincide with History Day Sat., Nov. 9 The South Carolina State Museum will celebrate fall by offering free general admission to all guests for Fall Festival and History…

Salvation Army Angel Tree registration starts

October 29, 2019

The Salvation Army of the Midlands serves Richland, Lexington, Newberry, Fairfield and Kershaw Counties.  The Salvation Army is accepting Christmas Assistance/Angel Tree applications at the Ruff Building on the SC State…

Eight economic developers earn Elite Certification

October 29, 2019

The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) and S.C. Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) announced that eight economic development professionals have earned the accreditation of SC Certified Economic Developer (SCCED)…

SC BlueCross only health plan operating in all counties for ACA Open Enrollment only health plan with all hospitals in network

October 29, 2019

The 45-day open enrollment period for health insurance purchased through the federal marketplace begins on Friday, Nov. 1. BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, the only locally based health insurer in…

City Kicks Off annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Honor the Dream Food Drive

October 29, 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 Columbia office hires brokerage associate William Mills

October 29, 2019

Proven retail and office specialist joins commercial real estate firm  Trinity Partners announced the addition of William Mills to its brokerage team of commercial real estate professionals at its Columbia,…

South Carolina Public Radio wins five first-place awards

October 29, 2019

State’s public radio network receives four first-place awards from the Radio Television Digital News Association of the Carolinas and one from the Associated Press South Carolina Public Radio (SCPR) this…

Historic Columbia announces November 2019 events

October 29, 2019

Historic Columbia encourages people to spend more time exploring the history of Columbia in this cooler weather by offering new tours in November, including the Palladium Fall Tour (Sun., Nov.…

iPads, iPhones need software updates

October 29, 2019

By Katie Ritchie   Do you have an iPhone or iPad with WiFi and cellular service? If your device was made in 2012 or earlier, you need to update your…

Second year a success with more residents participating in On the Table powered by Central Carolina Community Foundation

October 29, 2019

Transform On the Table ideas into action with Beyond the Table mini-grants; applications now open The second annual On the Table day of conversations brought more than 2,160 Richland and…

Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette challenges South Carolinians to grab a bag – November 16

October 29, 2019

Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette and PalmettoPride want South Carolinians to grab a bag and clean up our communities. Grab A Bag SC is a statewide litter pickup challenge inspired by…

Columbia International University’s Rossi Building’s Dining Hall and Kitchen receive a new makeover

October 29, 2019

Talmage Architects recently re-designed the Rossi Building’s second floor which has been home to Columbia International University’s Dining Hall and Kitchen for students, faculty and staff since 1975. The development…

Sylvan Learning Center awards teacher of the month

October 29, 2019

Gordon Williams has been named Sylvan Learning Center’s teacher of the month. Williams began his involvement with Sylvan’s Columbia location in May of 2010. Equipped with a master’s degree in…

Free program at the Relic Room brings Civil War correspondent to life

October 29, 2019

Frank Vizetelly was a British correspondent who covered the American Civil War for The Illustrated London News from a decidedly Southern point of view. On Friday, Nov. 8, at noon…

Amy Coward, APR, Fellow PRSA elected to serve as secretary on Public Relations Society of America 2020 Board of Directors

October 29, 2019

Amy Coward, APR, Fellow PRSA, has been elected to serve as secretary on the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) 2020 Board of Directors. Coward, vice president of Public Relations…

Lexington County Sheriff’s Foundation to hold 2nd annual Shoot Out sporting clays tournaments

October 29, 2019

The Lexington County Sheriff’s Foundation presents the 2 nd annual Shoot Out sporting clays tournament on Friday, November 8 at the Palmetto State Armory Shooting Facility in Swansea, SC. This…

SCDOT announces construction phasing for Carolina Crossroads I-20/26/126 Corridor Improvement Project

October 29, 2019

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is advancing the Carolina Crossroads I-20/26/126 Corridor Improvement Project by using a phased construction approach to provide the best value to the state…

Columbia Sailing Club to host 60th annual Midlands Regatta – November 1 – 3 on Lake Murray

October 29, 2019

Columbia Sailing Club, located near the dam at Lake Murray will host the 60th annual Midlands Regatta November 1 – 3.  The regatta traditionally has over 90 to 120 boats…

Horizon Commercial Leasing launches small business grant offering up to $2,000 to business owners

October 28, 2019

More than 620,000 businesses open in the United States each year. Yet, the number of potential business owners left on the sidelines range in the millions.Having enough cash to start…

Gateway to the Army Association hosts November fundraiser

October 28, 2019

Event to raise money in support of Army-honoring park and visitor venues on Fort Jackson By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The GATEWAY TO THE ARMY ASSOCIATION – a non-profit organization…

Elementary students aid polio fight

October 28, 2019

EarlyAct Club members at St. Peter’s Catholic School have presented a check for $112 to Bernie Riedel (red t-shirt in back row), past governor for Rotary District 7770 and current…

Top Grossing Movies – October 28, 2019

October 28, 2019

Theatrical grosses from comScore   Week of 10/25/2019 to 10/31/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Maleficent: Mistress Of Evil 2  $19,369,877.0  $66,245,035.0 2 Joker 4  $19,248,035.0  $277,931,557.0 3…

Costa Pleicones recognized with Charles H. Gray ’72 Distinguished Service Award

October 28, 2019

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Costa Pleicones was awarded the Charles H. Gray ’72 Distinguished Service Award by Wofford College. Costa was presented the award for his dedicated service and commitment to…

South Carolina Public Radio wins five first-place awards

October 28, 2019

State’s public radio network receives four first-place awards from the Radio Television Digital News Association of the Carolinas and one from the Associated Press South Carolina Public Radio (SCPR) this…

Historic Columbia announces November 2019 events

October 28, 2019

Historic Columbia encourages people to spend more time exploring the history of Columbia in this cooler weather by offering new tours in November, including the Palladium Fall Tour (Sun., Nov.…

“This concerto is amusing to listen to, at least I hope it is,” wrote composer Jean Françaix

October 28, 2019

University of South Carolina Symphony Orchestra presents a trio of composers on Oct. 29 The University of South Carolina’s premier orchestra and one of the leading ensembles in the Southeast…

Opera at USC presents South Carolinian Carlisle Floyd’s Susannah Nov. 1-3

October 28, 2019

The Biblical story of Susannah and the Elders is updated to recent past “He is a master of creating mood in the orchestra….” declared the Los Angeles Times about Carlisle…

Mashburn Construction announces two new hires for the Coastal Division

October 28, 2019

Mashburn Construction, announced the hire of two employees within the Coastal Division of the company. Chris Setter has been hired as a Project Manager for the company’s new Myrtle Beach…

Unique partnership with Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation yields national recognition for UofSC Pharmacy students

October 28, 2019

Six Nephron Based Student Teams Selected to Present Findings at ASHP National Conference A year old internship partnership between the University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy and Nephron Pharmaceuticals…

Historic Columbia receives National Parks Service grant to preserve Modjeska Monteith Simkins home

October 28, 2019

Civil rights leader’s home to once again become a site for human rights activism The National Park Service has awarded a $49,500 grant to Historic Columbia to turn Modjeska Monteith Simkins’…

Stantec expands Transportation and Landscape Architecture teams in South Carolina

October 28, 2019

Stantec, a leading global design and engineering firm, has welcomed three professionals to its growing Transportation and Landscape Architecture teams in Charleston and Columbia. Maureen O’Brien-Pitts (see featured image) has…

Five things your graphic designer wants to tell you

October 28, 2019

  By Stephanie Heikkila Holman NP Strategy   Working with a designer to bring your business or organization’s vision to life should be an exciting and creatively fulfilling experience. Based…

Richland Library combats fake news with new public resource

October 27, 2019

As local residents prepare to cast their votes in several municipal elections on November 5, 2019 and look ahead to the 2020 presidential election, Richland Library is offering access to…

Trick-or-Treat with your family in downtown Columbia on Halloween – October 31

October 27, 2019

Plenty of ghouls and goblins are ready to descend on downtown Columbia. Richland Library is getting in the spirit by offering a safe, family-friendly option this Halloween. Please dress in…

Advanced technology company investing $3 million in Richland County operations

October 27, 2019

REI Automation, a Columbia, South Carolina-based company specializing in designing and building custom industrial robotic equipment for automotive, medical, nuclear, electronics industries and consumer goods is expanding its operations in…

Historic Columbia hosts array of engaging November events

October 27, 2019

Historic Columbia encourages people to spend more time exploring the history of Columbia in this cooler weather by offering new tours in November, including the Palladium Fall Tour (Sun., Nov.…

City of Cayce moves forward with City Arts District

October 25, 2019

At a September City Council Meeting, Cayce City Council gave second reading to an ordinance that would create the Cayce Arts Design Overlay District on State and Frink Streets. The adoption of…

Rural broadband investment will help South Carolina farms

October 25, 2019

Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has invested $9,750,000 in high-speed broadband infrastructure that will create or improve rural e-Connectivity for 3,911 rural households…

NewsGuard browser extension available at Richland Library

October 25, 2019

Customers Can Sort through Misinformation on Public Computers As local residents prepare to cast their votes in several municipal elections on November 5, 2019 and look ahead to the 2020…

Greenville Tech students and professor capture criminal justice awards

October 25, 2019

Assistant Professor Cassie Walls and five of her students, representing the Criminal Justice program at Greenville Technical College, received the overall conference trophy at the American Criminal Justice Association Lambda…

Celebrating 10,000 Trees & Columbia Green – November 7

October 25, 2019

Riverfront Park, 312 Laurel Street, Columbia, SC 29201 Thursday, November 7 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm The public is invited to join Columbia Green in celebration of the planting of our…

The League of Women Voters of the Columbia area provides online voter education tool

October 25, 2019

    From Dr. Laura Woliver, President The League of Women Voters of The Columbia Area VOTE411.org is a unique nonpartisan website developed by the League of Women Voters of…

Bone-In BBQ celebrates spooky season with annual Bash at the Boneyard – October 31st

October 25, 2019

Bone-In BBQ is back with its annual Bash at the Boneyard! Owner and Chef, Scott Hall pays homage to one of his favorite childhood movies, “Little Shop of Horrors.” Decorations…

LawyerLisa names new CEO

October 25, 2019

LawyerLisa, LLC announced the hire of Josh Brown, as CEO of the firm. Josh brings a fresh, team-oriented perspective to LawyerLisa after working 12 years with Rogers Builders based out…

County tax bills to reflect increase in trash collection fees

October 25, 2019

Curbside collection rates will rise for first time since 2008; landfill rates see first hike since 1993 Richland County residents and businesses will pay more to have trash collected and…

Colliers International brokers the sale of 1314 Rosewood Drive

October 25, 2019

Crawford Prezioso, a Brokerage Associate in Colliers International | South Carolina’s Columbia office, represented the buyer and the seller in the purchase of 1314 Rosewood Drive by Realty Haven, LLC.…

Town of Lexington nearing completion of updated traffic-light system on Highway 378

October 24, 2019

Recently, travelers may have noticed changes in traffic patterns, on Highway 378, as the Town of Lexington works to optimize the operation of the Adaptive Computerized Signalization System. Traffic signals…

Able SC and Kelly Mill Med Pro Middle School to host Diversity Day focusing on disability awareness

October 24, 2019

Able South Carolina will partner with Kelly Mill Med Pro Middle School to bring their students a diversity day focused on disability awareness on Nov. 1. Able SC will spend…

UofSC Law Cybersecurity webinar to focus on fighting cybercrime – Oct. 29

October 24, 2019

Coinciding with Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the University of South Carolina School of Law is hosting a webinar on Tuesday, Oct. 29 from 12:30 – 2 p.m., featuring federal law enforcement…

LS3P’s Bryan Beerman, AIA wins Ball State University’s GOLD Award

October 24, 2019

LS3P congratulates Bryan Beerman, AIA, on receiving the 2019 Ball State University Graduate of the Last Decade (G.O.L.D.) Award, which was presented at the annual Alumni & Benefactors Recognition Dinner…