Ryan Wierzbowski joins Colliers International as a Property Accountant

October 24, 2019

Colliers International | South Carolina welcomed Ryan Wierzbowski to the accounting team in Columbia. As a Property Accountant, Wierzbowski’s responsibilities include financial reporting on commercial property management accounts for the…

Southeastern Freight Lines appoints Michelle Tate to Director of Human Resources

October 23, 2019

Southeastern Freight Lines, the leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, today announced Michelle Tate has been appointed as director of human resources. Tate previously worked as a director of…

Governor announces initiative to recruit qualified women to serve on SC boards

October 23, 2019

At a press conference this morning in the State Capitol, Governor Henry McMaster introduced SC Women in Leadership’s SC Gubernatorial Appointments Project (SC GAP). The SC WIL initiative is designed to recruit capable…

How to slay energy vampires

October 23, 2019

In folklore, vampires are undead creatures feeding on blood from the living. In reality, our homes are well-stocked with energy vampires – electronic devices that drain power even where they’re…

Gov. Henry McMaster, Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette joined by civic groups, business leaders to encourage public service

October 23, 2019

Governor Henry McMaster and Lt. Governor Pamela S. Evette were joined today by representatives from SC WIL and members of South Carolina’s business community to announce #ServeSC, a new effort to raise…

Hood Construction growing Columbia headquarters with purchase of 1215 Shop Rd.

October 23, 2019

Hood Construction Corporation is actively engaged in the expansion of its current Columbia headquarters, following the purchase of the former Morris Furniture Warehouse building located at 1215 Shop Road. The…

Two new exhibits continue Relic Room’s commemoration of the First World War

October 23, 2019

The exhibit dealing with the 30th Division’s experience on the Western Front in 1918 has ended, but the commemoration of the “Great War” is far from over at the South…

2019 official SC Top 25 Fastest Growing Companies

October 23, 2019

South Carolina’s Fastest Growing Companies competition is the annual ranking of the Palmetto State’s 25 most dynamic and successful companies. This event is presented by The Capital Corporation and co-sponsored…

Barron receives South Carolina’s highest award

October 23, 2019

By Alex Junes-Ward   Former Richland County Coroner Frank E. Barron, III, was awarded the Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina’s highest honor, by Gov. Henry McMaster during ceremonies at…

American Heart Association to celebrate first Hard Hats with Heart event

October 23, 2019

The American Heart Association is pleased to announce the inaugural Hard Hats with Heart event in the Midlands.  Co-chairs Mallory Baldwin, Director of Human Resources for M. B. Kahn Construction Co.,…

United Community Banks, Inc. reports Third Quarter Results

October 23, 2019

United Community Banks, Inc. reported strong third quarter financial results, including solid year-over-year loan and deposit growth, record operating efficiency and strong asset quality. Diluted earnings per share were $0.60,…

Greer Heritage Museum receives lasting memorial

October 23, 2019

Greer Heritage Museum has been gifted a model replica of the Greer High School, as it was during 1967, built by Dr. Raymond Meyers of Greenville, SC. With permission from…

Leadership Lexington raises over $75,000 to build local veterans a pavilion

October 23, 2019

With the help of our community, the 2019 class of Leadership Lexington County is celebrating raising over $75,000 through sponsorships, in-kind donations and brick sales, to build a pavilion for…

Governor McMaster, Lt. Gov. Evette to address public at Floodwater Commission event

October 22, 2019

By Alex Junes-Ward Gov. Henry McMaster and Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette will address the public during the S.C. Floodwater Commission’s quarterly meeting and “clean up” day in Horry County, Nov.…

Gallery at City Hall presents What is Art?

October 22, 2019

Five local artists try to define, what is art? The Gallery at City Hall’s latest feature exhibition delves into how we interpret art. Curated by artists Jeremy Butler and Keith…

Two more Richland Two high schools receive grant to increase AP course engagement

October 22, 2019

 Two more Richland School District Two high schools have a received a grant designed to increase the number of students successfully completing Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Spring Valley and Westwood…

Public invited to review proposed instructional materials and textbooks

October 22, 2019

The public is invited to review textbooks and instructional materials that have been proposed for use in South Carolina’s K-12 public schools in fourteen subject areas. The materials will be…

The Three Witches of Hocus Pocus will fly on screen at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College

October 22, 2019

The Classic Halloween Movie and Trick-Or-Treat Event will take place at HT@MTC on October 29 It’s a classic movie that spans generations, alongside a fun event happening in the decorated…

MIRCI Awarded $35,000.00 from The Leon Levine Foundation

October 22, 2019

The Leon Levine Foundation has granted MIRCI $35,000 for General Support. MIRCI, an organization that has served Richland and Lexington counties for 59 years, has various programs such as; Housing,…

South Carolina State Fair wraps up 150th anniversary event on high note

October 22, 2019

Historic celebrations, free daily circus highlight this year’s fair The 2019 South Carolina State Fair closed the gates on the 150thh anniversary fair Sunday night after welcoming 416,320 guests during the…

Public events to highlight Community Planning in Richland County

October 22, 2019

 A weeklong series of events will give Richland County residents the opportunity to learn about a variety of initiatives, ranging from transportation improvements to programs aimed at enhancing neighborhood aesthetics.…

Kershaw County Music Association Choral Clinic and Concert

October 22, 2019

The Kershaw County Music Association announces its second Choral Clinic, set for Saturday, November 2nd at the Arts Center of Kershaw County, with a public concert to follow at 1:00…

Eight South Carolina students to compete in 2019 HBCU Innovation Challenge

October 22, 2019

Eight South Carolina college students will compete next week in the 2019 HBCU Innovation Challenge. The challenge – sponsored by Colonial Life, Unum and The Company Lab – invited 32…

S.C. Arts Commission to receive national grantmaking award

October 22, 2019

OVERLAND PARK, KAN. – The Grant Professionals Association is announcing that the South Carolina Arts Commission was named its 2019 Grantmaker of the Year for the public sector. The Grant…

Magnus Development Partners leases 50,000sf of warehouse space to Unum Group

October 22, 2019

Magnus Development Partners announced the lease of 50,000 square feet of warehouse space at Midway Logistics IV to Unum Group. Unum is a market leader in group and individual disability…

Southern First reports results for third quarter 2019

October 22, 2019

Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three- and nine-month periods ended September 30, 2019. 2019 Third Quarter Highlights •…

Stevens & Wilkinson hosts MIRCI for On the Table (OTT) event

October 22, 2019

OTT is an Annual Day-Long Event Implemented by Central Carolina Community Foundation Stevens & Wilkinson, a full-service architecture, engineering, and interior design firm, with offices in Atlanta and Columbia, S.C.,…

South Carolina CCIM Chapter honors new CCIM designees

October 22, 2019

The CCIM designation signifies expertise in the commercial real estate profession. The SC CCIM Chapter has recognized 6 chapter members who recently earned the Certified Commercial Investment Member designation, the…

Sumter Casket Company expanding operations to Clarendon County

October 22, 2019

$1.8 million investment to create 11 new jobs Sumter Casket Company, a manufacturer and distributor of caskets, today announced plans to expand its operations to Clarendon County. The company’s $1.8…

Richland County to take lead on Managing Transportation Program

October 22, 2019

Richland County will take over management of the Transportation Penny Program on Monday, Nov. 4, a move that ends five years of private management by the Program Development Team (PDT)…

New Project to increase the number of women on state boards and commissions to be announced

October 21, 2019

The Gubernatorial Appointments Project (SC GAP), which aims to increase the number of women serving on boards and commissions throughout South Carolina, will be announced by Gov. Henry McMaster and…

Columbia Museum of Art to host poetry summit with nationally acclaimed poets Nickole Brown, Jessica Jacobs, and Ashley M. Jones

October 21, 2019

Half-day event celebrates poetry and visual art CMA Writer-in-Residence Ray McManus hosts the museum’s Poetry Summit, a half-day event celebrating poetry and visual art on Sunday, November 3, from noon…

Trinity Partners celebrates its first year in Columbia with significant growth and transaction record

October 21, 2019

  Commercial real estate firm has quickly grown to 23 professionals with more than 1.66 million square feet in their leasing and management portfolio Trinity Partners recently marked its one-year…

Top Grossing Movies – October 21, 2019

October 21, 2019

Week of 10/18/2019 to 10/24/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Maleficent: Mistress Of Evil 1  $36,948,713  $36,948,713 2 Joker 3  $29,251,840  $247,275,844 3 Zombieland: Double Tap 1  $26,803,104…

SC Chamber announces 2019 Excellence In Workplace Diversity and SC Branded Award winners

October 21, 2019

The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announced the winners of two award categories – the Excellence in Workplace Diversity Awards and the SC Branded Awards. These awards are given annually…

South Carolina ETV, Riley Institute announce expanded partnership

October 21, 2019

Collaboration creates content for educators and enriches public dialogue around critical issues South Carolina ETV (SCETV) and the Riley Institute at Furman University today announced an expanded partnership that will…

Volunteers walk to fight suicide

October 21, 2019

Movement of a Quarter of a Million People Joined by Local Participants in Columbia, SC Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, yet suicide can…

South Carolina ETV announces changes to staff structure

October 21, 2019

Assistant general manager and director of Digital Strategies positions created South Carolina ETV (SCETV) announced a slight restructuring and the creation of two new positions – assistant general manager and…

Crystal Baker of Colliers International receives Commercial Property Research Certification

October 21, 2019

Colliers International | South Carolina’s Crystal Baker received the Commercial Property Research Certification (CPRC) designation through the Colliers University platform. Baker earned the designation after completing a rigorous five-part curriculum…

Non Profit Minute – Sara Fawcett, WellPartners Children’s Dental Clinic

October 21, 2019

  The Who’s on the Move, BizSC, Non Profit Minute is a quick, two-minute interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We…

Relic Room lecture to deal with museum’s creepiest artifacts on Halloween

October 21, 2019

Have your Halloweens just not been creepy enough lately? Come to the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum on Thursday, Oct. 31, at noon, and we’ll supply the…

PROOF Alcohol Ice Cream honored with SC Branded 2019 Product Innovation Award

October 21, 2019

Just as the company’s Apple Pie Moonshine hits retail stores across the Carolinas, PROOF Alcohol Ice Cream is recognized as the 2019 Winner of the Product Innovation category of the…

“Mystical South Carolina – A Pilgrimage to Joy” Teri Leigh Teed’s debut book launches October 20, 2019

October 21, 2019

Teri Leigh Teed’s Debut Book Launches October 20, 2019 Teri Leigh Teed’s debut book “Mystical South Carolina: A Pilgrimage to Joy” launched October 20, 2019 at the Gervais Street Bridge…

Capital Rotary honored for annual fund giving

October 21, 2019

District 7770 Gov. Johnny Moore (right in photo) has honored Columbia’s Capital Rotary for 2018-2019 donations to The Rotary Foundation, the international service club’s charitable fund for programs promoting peace…

Amy Smoak joins Padalino & Guram team

October 21, 2019

The Padalino & Guram, eXP Realty, announced Amy Smoak joined their real estate group. Amy began her career in the Midlands in 2004 as a realtor working for a general…

SC Chamber announces 2019 Business Award Winners

October 19, 2019

The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce recently announced the slate of 2019 award winners to be honored at the Chamber’s 40th Annual Summit: Business Leader of the Year: Mr. Joe Blanchard, President,…

Colliers International | South Carolina and LCK offices pledge $86,445 for United Way

October 19, 2019

Colliers and LCK offices across South Carolina pioneer a statewide United Way United Colliers campaign Colliers International | South Carolina and LCK staff and associates have pledged $86,445 in contributions…

500 runners & walkers take to the streets for the Girls on the Run 5k

October 19, 2019

Girls on the Run of Columbia will host its 5k event on November 23, 2019 at the Historic Columbia Speedway. Girls on the Run is a physical activity-based, positive youth…

Bob Graham joins South State corporate insurance team

October 18, 2019

South State Bank announced Bob Graham has joined the company as corporate insurance program manager. “Already a trusted advisor to South State, Bob has long been acknowledged for his insight…

Disney’s Frozen Jr at Town Theatre

October 18, 2019

Do you want to build a snowman? Our youth theatre students do! Join us December 6-8 as our young performers take the stage in Disney’s Frozen Jr. In a story…