South Carolina Ports Authority saw a strong start to fiscal year 2020, recording its busiest July in Port history at container terminals and inland ports. SCPA handled 210,542 twenty-foot equivalent…
Week of 08/09/2019 to 08/15/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw 2 $25,265,795 $108,379,575 2 Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark…
The City of Columbia has announced a new member to its executive management team. Henry M. Simons has been named the new Assistant City Manager for Operations effective today, August…
Nationally-ranked Wallick Investments, a South Carolina-based Registered Investment Advisory firm, announced that Mr. Jacob (Jake) Wallick, junior portfolio manager and managing partner associate, passed the Level II exam of the…
M. Malissa Burnette and Kathleen McDaniel are included in the newest edition of “Legal Elite of the Midlands.” Both are listed in the Top 10 in two practice areas each.…
As the summer starts to wind down, the Richland Library Friends and Foundation wants to help children, teens and adults gather essentials for the start of a new academic year.…
It’s the turn of the century when we meet the bold and beautiful widow Dolly Levi who has found herself in the role of matchmaker. Working to pair her latest…
S.C. Ports Authority president and CEO Jim Newsome has been named a DC Velocity Logistics Rainmaker — a prestigious accolade that recognizes logistics professionals whose achievements and contributions stand out…
South Risk Management announced that Ad Boyle was recently named director of the company’s Employee Benefits division. With this designation, he will be responsible for the strategic direction of this…
Charlene Glidden has been named vice president of claims, contact center and account services at Colonial Life. In this role, she is responsible for premium and billing, account and policyholder…
Turner Padget announced the formation of a Government Relations & Public Policy service with the addition of attorneys Edward J. Schafer and James F. Knox in the firm’s Columbia office.…
Dr. Louis D. Whitesides has been named the executive director of SC State University’s 1890 Research and Extension Program. He assumed his duties on August 1st. Whitesides takes on the…
Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation is partnering with Clemson University to create a robotic solution for syringe-filling automation to enhance sterile manufacturing in the pharmaceutical production process and keep up with growing…
Sixth- and ninth-graders in Richland Two will get a head start on the new school year by participating in either “Step-Up to Sixth” or “Fresh Start” on August 20. All…
Research & Forecast Report SOUTH CAROLINA | INDUSTRIAL Q2 2019 Key Takeaways South Carolina industrial markets have already surpassed the total absorption for last year – this quarter…
A new Class A office building is expected to be under construction at 508 Meeting Street in West Columbia by the end of August and available after the first of…
NAI Columbia’s Ben Kelly and Patrick Chambers represented the buyer in a joint venture between 908 Group of Tampa, Florida and Scannell Properties of Indianapolis, Indiana in the acquisition of…
SWITCH, a nonprofit organization with a mission to end human trafficking and sexual exploitation in the Upstate of South Carolina, awarded FUEL, a marketing agency in downtown Greenville, SC, the…
Applications for the 2019 HUD Continuum of Care Completion due August 29 United Way of the Midlands, lead agency for the Midlands Area Consortium for the Homeless (MACH), invites current…
Harvest Hope Food Bank announced a $12,000 grant from The Darden Foundation to help with operational maintenance costs. The funds will be used to purchase four forklift batteries to increase…
Sophia Bertrand (right), new leader of the University of South Carolina’s Rotaract Club, is welcomed to a Capital Rotary meeting by president Abby Naas (left) and Neda Beal, liaison to…
Full scholarships for several Midlands Technical College (MTC) programs means tuition could be free for students enrolling in the fall semester. Eligible programs include welding, mechatronics, machine tool, basic electrical…
Rogers Townsend & Thomas, PC announced the launch of the Firm’s new website, www.rogerstownsend.com. Located in Columbia, Charleston, Greenville, and Charlotte, with services in the US Virgin Islands, Rogers Townsend…
The Hospital Marketing National Hall of Fame inducted Mark Shelley, vice president of Marketing and Communications at Lexington Medical Center, at its annual ceremony in June. This honor recognizes individuals…
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is excited to celebrate 85 years of continuous service by Delta Air Lines (Delta) in Columbia. The airline’s first passenger flight departed Columbia on August 8,…
Navigating the Dept. of Veterans Affairs paperwork maze is daunting, but it can pay off for those willing to stake a claim for benefits due as a result of military…
WACH FOX announced the hiring of new Sports Director Mitch Brown. He joined the WACH FOX team in July. Mitch comes to the Midlands from Norfolk, Va. A graduate of…
Funding ‘vital’ for arts experiences, arts education programs South Carolina communities will benefit from $4.4 million in fiscal year 2020 grants to their artists, arts organizations, and schools announced today…
For the eighth consecutive year Rhythmlink has been awarded a spot on the “Best Places to Work in South Carolina” list in the Small/Medium Employer category. This year Rhythmlink placed…
The City of Cayce is pleased to announce that a new Assistant City Manager has been selected and that he will dive into his new role with the City beginning tomorrow morning.…
Hootie & the Blowfish drummer, Jim ‘Soni’ Sonefeld, is scheduled to play a live acoustic set at Rock 4 Recovery 2019, a concert benefitting the LRADAC Foundation. During his intimate…
Keys has reached the quarterfinals or better in five of the last eight Grand Slam tournaments After winning the 2019 Volvo Car Open in April, Madison Keys has committed to defending…
The Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs (CACREP) – the primary organization in the United States that sets the standards for counseling education – accredited Webster University’s…
By Tom Mullikin With hurricane season upon us, the entire east coast of the United States is again holding its breath, particularly southeastern states like those of us in S.C.,…
Two additional concerts have been added to the lineup for the City of Columbia’s live outdoor summer concert series at Finlay Park, the Columbia Parks & Recreation Department announced. R&B…
Congaree Land Trust (CLT) announced the appointment of Alec Chaplin, Jr. as Board President, Tripp Bradley as Board Vice President, and the election of eight new members to the CLT…
The American Advertising Federation (AAF) of the Midlands will host their annual Kickoff & Art Auction featuring local Midlands artists on Thursday, August 22 at City Market Place (705B Gervais…
WHAT: End of Summer Bash, featuring Sonia de los Santos WHEN: 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., Saturday, August 17 WHERE: Richland Library Main 1431 Assembly St., Columbia, SC 29201 WHO:…
Former VP of Marketing & Public Relations for Columbia Fireflies assumes new lead role. The Congaree Vista Guild, a non-profit, membership-based organization comprised of a variety of restaurants, hotels, businesses,…
The five-year Phase II COBRE grant will result in more funding to support research conducted at the COBRE Center for Targeted Therapeutics. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has awarded the…
Fifteen cyclists sponsored by Calder Brothers Corporation, manufacturer of Mauldin Paving Products, recently participated in “A Ride to Remember” cycling event raising $42,392 for the Alzheimer’s Association. The Calder Brothers…
The Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission (ICRC) and the Saluda Shoals Foundation will celebrate the grand opening of the new Universally Inclusive Playground at Saluda Shoals Park. The celebration will take…
The Greater Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center will be hosting Dining On The Dam on April 5, 2020 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event is proudly presented by…
Wallick Investments, LLC’s Fidelis composite received a 5-star Morningstar RatingTM among 450 large-cap value products for 3-year risk-adjusted performance, and a 4-star Morningstar Rating for 5-year and Overall risk-adjusted performance as…
Theatrical grosses from comScore Week of 08/02/2019 to 08/08/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw 1 $60,038,950 $60,038,950 2 The Lion…
Four High School Students Recognized At SC Chamber’s Business Week The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce today announced the recipients of South Carolina Business Week’s scholarships following the 36th session…
Award Winners Honored at Annual Banquet The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce honored the 2019 Best Places to Work in South Carolina award winners during the 14th annual awards banquet,…
1,349-Acre Class A Business Park to Provide Increased Tax Revenue, Create More Diverse Job Opportunities Richland County is preparing for economic development for the coming decades and boosting the County’s…
WHAT: Belk Hiring Event WHEN: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Tuesday, August 6 WHERE: Richland Library Main 1431 Assembly St., Columbia, SC 29201 WHO: Free and open to the public…
The City Manager’s Spotlight provides details about what is happening in the City of Columbia in an effort to keep citizens informed about City operations. The City Manager’s Spotlight on…