United Way of the Midlands receives nearly $158,000 from Richland County Government to fund Resiliency Team pilot program at Jackson Creek Elementary School

August 15, 2019

United Way of the Midlands received nearly $158,000 from Richland County Government to fund the launch of a pilot program placing a Resiliency Team, part of United Way of Midlands…

Four Bluestein Attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers for 2020; Marti Bluestein honored as Lawyer of the Year in Workers’ Comp

August 15, 2019

Four Bluestein Attorneys are being honored by Best Lawyers in America for 2020, and one of them – Founding Partner Marti Bluestein – has been named “Lawyer of the Year”…

Scott & Corley, P.A. attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers

August 15, 2019

Scott & Corley, P.A. announced that its Firm Chairman, Ronald “Ron” C. Scott, and Firm Managing Attorney, Reginald “Reggie” P. Corley, have been recognized in the 2020 edition of BEST…

17 Robinson Gray attorneys named ‘Best Lawyers’ for 2020; Betsy Gray and Frank Ellerbe honored as ‘Lawyers of the Year’

August 15, 2019

Two Robinson Gray attorneys have been named “Lawyer of the Year” in their respective areas by Best Lawyers in America. They are among 17 attorneys from the firm who have…

27 Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd Columbia attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers

August 15, 2019

Statewide, 65 Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys were recognized by Best Lawyers in their respective practice areas. Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Best Lawyers®, a legal peer-review guide, has selected 27…

South Carolina native, Justin Evans, named PC Matic Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing

August 14, 2019

PC Matic, the world’s only 100% American-made anti-virus software, announced that it has appointed Justin Evans, who formerly served as the company’s Vice President of Government Sales, as the company’s…

Registration now open for October 22 On The Table Conversations powered by Central Carolina Community Foundation

August 14, 2019

Second annual engaging conversation initiative will bring people together across the Midlands to break bread and discuss the future of our communities. Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ center for…

Team additions, senior staff changes to improve S.C. Arts Commission service

August 14, 2019

The South Carolina Arts Commission (SCAC) is announcing additions to the agency’s team of arts professionals and changes to senior staff designed to improve and streamline the constituent service experience.…

Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation announces new board members

August 14, 2019

The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation welcomed the following new members to its Board of Directors: Hamid Aboutorabi, PhD, Director & President, Giti Tire R&D…

Countybank’s CFO Scott begins term as S.C. Bankers School Chair

August 14, 2019

Annette L. Scott, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, of Greenwood headquartered Countybank began a one-year term as chair of the South Carolina Bankers School on July 15. The…

Aug. 30 lecture to tell story of 371st Infantry Regiment in the First World War

August 14, 2019

The 371st Infantry Regiment of the U.S. Army, formed in South Carolina in 1917, was a segregated unit typical of its time, with black enlisted men and white officers. But…

Resource Financial Services makes Inc. Magazine’s list of 500 Fastest-Growing Private Companies for second time

August 14, 2019

Resource Financial Services, a privately owned retail mortgage banking firm serving the Southeast, was recently ranked in the top 10 percent of Inc. magazine’s annual Inc. 5000, an exclusive ranking…

Technology changes real estate trade

August 14, 2019

Over the past 20 years, technology has spawned widespread changes in real estate buying, selling and closings, according to lawyer and broker Gary Pickren, guest speaker at Capital Rotary’s Aug.…

South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association to host annual Hospitality Leaders Golf Tournament

August 14, 2019

The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) will host its 2019 Hospitality Leaders Golf Tournament at the Dataw Island Golf Club on Monday, September 9. Presented by US. Foods,…

A M King shares food plant design expertise at ABC Carolinas Summer Convention

August 13, 2019

Architect John Koury thrives on complex design challenges, particularly those that involve solving a thorny problem for a food industry client. During the award-winning Daniele Foods’ Rhode Island Salami Facility…

Coroner’s Office Re-dedicates County Cemetery

August 13, 2019

The Coroner’s Office unveiled the first round of improvements made at the Richland County Cemetery during a re-dedication ceremony Tuesday morning. A new fence surrounds the cemetery, which serves as…

Columbia Chamber’s 2020 Leadership Columbia Class

August 13, 2019

63 Local Individuals in 47th Class of Chamber’s Leadership Program Leadership Columbia, a Columbia Chamber program, presented by BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina, for emerging and existing leaders in the Midlands,…

SC Council on Competitiveness introduces TechSC as its newest statewide industry initiative

August 13, 2019

Susie Shannon Announces Preston Grisham as Initiative Director Committed to advancing South Carolina’s growth in diverse industry sectors, the South Carolina Council on Competitiveness is announcing its newest industry initiative…

McKay Firm adds two to Insurance Defense practice

August 13, 2019

The McKay Firm welcomes two new Associates and expand their Insurance Defense practice. Eric Guimaraes practices in the areas of general civil defense, governmental defense, and transportation defense. During his time in law school,…

New elementary school magnet teaches computer coding 

August 13, 2019

Richland School District Two is adding yet another intriguing magnet to its illustrious offerings. Computer science is coming to Sandlapper Elementary School. Sandlapper will transform into the Computer Science Immersion…

Robb McCarter promoted to Director of Research

August 13, 2019

NAI Columbia announced the promotion of Robb McCarter to Director of Research. Robb has been with NAI Columbia since 2017, previously serving as a Research Associate. In just over two…

The COMET Board of Directors votes to re-bid service contract

August 13, 2019

Ron Anderson, Chairman of The COMET Board of Directors, announced today that The COMET Board has voted to re-bid the Fixed Route and Paratransit Program Contract which is currently held…

Aflac awards MIRCI grant to support homeless youth services

August 13, 2019

Aflac awarded a $10,000 grant to the Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. (MIRCI) to support programs assisting homeless youth in Columbia. MIRCI’s youth services create pathways to recovery by equipping…

Sue Shugart appointed CEO of KershawHealth

August 13, 2019

Seasoned healthcare executive assumes hospital’s top leadership role KershawHealth announced that Sue Shugart has been named chief executive officer (CEO) of the hospital, effective immediately. Shugart has been serving as…

First four-star hotel coming to Columbia

August 13, 2019

Boutique Hotel to Open in the Vista Plans for Hotel Anthem, Columbia’s newest hotel that will be constructed in the entertainment district, were approved by the Board of Zoning Appeals.…

SuggsJohnson CPAs promotes three professionals to expanded roles

August 13, 2019

Noted South Carolina certified public accounting firm SuggsJohnsonLLC has promoted three professionals to Senior Accountant roles in its growing tax, audit and consulting practice. Receiving promotions and expanded responsibilities are…

Terry Gunn named market CEO of Providence Health and KershawHealth

August 13, 2019

Veteran healthcare executive assumes regional leadership role with oversight of two LifePoint Health facilities Providence Health announced that Terry Gunn has been named market chief executive officer (CEO) of Providence…

Barnes Alford welcomes Jeffrey Hopkins

August 13, 2019

Barnes Alford announced that Jeffrey D. Hopkins has joined the firm as an associate.  Mr. Hopkins earned his B.A. from the University of South Carolina in May 2014 and his…

SC Ports sees strong start to FY20

August 13, 2019

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…

Top Grossing Movies – August, 12, 2019

August 12, 2019

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…

City of Columbia hires new Assistant City Manager for Operations

August 12, 2019

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…

Jacob D. Wallick of Wallick Investments, LLC passes Level II CFA® Exam

August 12, 2019

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…

Burnette, McDaniel of Burnette Shutt & McDaniel included in Legal Elite

August 12, 2019

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.…

Back-to-School Book Sale scheduled for one day only

August 12, 2019

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.…

Hello, Dolly! at Town Theatre

August 12, 2019

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…

SCPA CEO receives prestigious ‘Rainmaker’ award

August 12, 2019

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…

Ad Boyle becomes director of Employee Benefits at South Risk Management

August 12, 2019

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…

Colonial Life names new vice president of claims, contact center and account services

August 12, 2019

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 forms Government Relations & Public Policy service with addition of new attorneys

August 12, 2019

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.…

Whitesides named executive director of 1890 Research and Extension Program

August 12, 2019

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 partners with Clemson to meet hospitals’ growing pharmaceutical demands

August 12, 2019

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 starting the new school year first

August 12, 2019

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…

Colliers Report: South Carolina absorption on track to double 2018 absorption total

August 12, 2019

  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…

New office space coming to West Columbia

August 12, 2019

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 represents the buyer in the acquisition of 4.45 Acres at 1400 & 1328 Huger Street

August 9, 2019

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 honors FUEL with Champion Award for 2019

August 9, 2019

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…

Over $3 million available to end homelessness

August 9, 2019

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 receives $12,000 donation from The Darden Foundation

August 8, 2019

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…

Welcoming USC Rotaract Leader

August 8, 2019

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…

MTC offering free tuition to more students 

August 8, 2019

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…