LS3P celebrates David Anderson’s promotion

April 21, 2025

LS3P, an architecture, interiors, and planning firm, is pleased to announce David Anderson, AIA has been promoted to the role of Operations and Finance Manager (OFM) for the Columbia office.…

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Robinson Gray’s Stringfellow receives law school’s Silver Compleat Lawyer Award

April 18, 2025

La’Jessica Stringfellow, an associate attorney at Robinson Gray law firm, was honored with the University of South Carolina Joseph F. Rice School of Law’s Silver Compleat Lawyer Award. She was…

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SCETV to livestream and broadcast the South Carolina Senate hearing on the question of causes for removal of the South Carolina State Treasurer

April 18, 2025

South Carolina ETV (SCETV) will livestream and broadcast a South Carolina Senate hearing on April 21 at 12 p.m. The hearing will focus on the question of causes for removal…

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USC Law School gives alumnus Jon Robinson Gold Compleat Lawyer Award

April 18, 2025

Jonathan M. Robinson, the managing member of SMITH | ROBINSON law firm, was honored with the University of South Carolina Joseph F. Rice School of Law’s Gold Compleat Lawyer Award.…

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Richland County and Transitions Homeless Center to host press conference highlighting major investments of federal funds to kick-off Community Development Week

April 18, 2025

Richland County and Transitions Homeless Center to Host Press Conference Highlighting Major Investments of Federal Funds to Kick-Off Community Development Week On Monday, April 21 at 11:00 a.m., to celebrate…

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South Carolinians to shine “Two Lights for Tomorrow” on April 18

April 18, 2025

South Carolina will participate in “Two Lights for Tomorrow” on the night of Friday, April 18, a nationwide commemoration of the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s legendary midnight ride and…

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Wyche expands corporate practice with the return of Eric Graben and Brittany Arsiniega and the addition of Ben Murray

April 17, 2025

Wyche, a leading full-service law firm with offices across South Carolina, announced the return of veteran corporate attorneys Eric Graben and Brittany Arsiniega to the firm. After gaining additional experience…

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‘Your Health is Your Wealth’: City of Columbia brings focus to diabetes and kidney wellness

April 17, 2025

Who: District II Councilman Edward McDowell, Jr., Columbia Black Expo Director Darrin Thomas and Dr. Bambi Gaddist, Structural Health Dynamic, LLC and Public Health Consultant What: The City of Columbia recognizes that…

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The Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement is partnering with the G.R.I.T. Project to host GRIT Connections Networking Event

April 17, 2025

WHO:  City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement and G.R.I.T. Project WHAT: The G.R.I.T. Project Networking Mixer is designed to bring together mental health professionals, educators, and coaches in…

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City Council Highlights | Tuesday, April 15, 2025

April 17, 2025

Before this evening’s City Council Meeting on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, City Council held its first Budget Workshop of the year. Topics included a comprehensive budget overview, updates on special…

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Anchor Investment Management welcomes Laura Culler as new controller

April 17, 2025

 Seasoned financial management expert joins expanding team of wealth management advisors Anchor Investment Management, a leading asset management firm based in Columbia, South Carolina, welcomes longtime finance professional, Laura Culler,…

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SC Cancer Alliance announces new Chief Executive Officer Nicole Echols

April 17, 2025

The South Carolina Cancer Alliance announced the appointment of Nicole Echols as its new Chief Executive Officer. Echols brings a wealth of experience in nonprofit leadership and stakeholder engagement. Most…

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Colliers Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina

April 17, 2025

Charleston / Columbia / Greenville / Spartanburg, SC  – Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state in Q1…

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Cola Stacks celebrates grand opening on Devine Street

April 17, 2025

Columbia’s local jewelry brand, Cola Stacks, is celebrating a major milestone with the grand opening of its first brick-and-mortar store on Thursday, April 24 at 11:00 a.m. The event will…

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Florence school leader named National Secondary Assistant Principal of the Year

April 17, 2025

The National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) recognized two exceptional educators as the 2025 National Assistant Principals of the Year. Elizabeth “Liz” Nelson of Pilgrim Park Middle School in Elm Grove,…

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City Council Highlights | Tuesday, April 15, 2025

April 17, 2025

Before this evening’s City Council Meeting on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, City Council held its first Budget Workshop of the year. Topics included a comprehensive budget overview, updates on special…

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Goodwyn Mills Cawood announces firmwide leadership promotions

April 17, 2025

Architecture and engineering firm Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) recently announced promotions of key individuals to firmwide leadership roles. Galen Thackston has been named president of GMC subsidiary Headwaters; Chris Engel…

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Pictures don’t even capture it

April 17, 2025

By Jeff Becraft   This past weekend, I went with a group of guys to Black Mountain Home for Children in Black Mountain, North Carolina. On the west campus of…

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Friends of the Library Book Sale – May 1-3

April 16, 2025

Friends of the Library Book Sale May 1 – May 3, 2025 Need a new read? Without TV or internet, did you catch up on your reading during the storm…

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A Southern Rock Connection

April 16, 2025
Tom Poland

By Tom Poland   Back roads took me past pecan groves and cotton fields and eventually to Charlane Woodlands, Chuck and Rose Lane Leavell’s home/tree farm. That evening Chuck and…

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The Southeastern BBQ Showdown returns April 24-25, 2026 to Columbia, South Carolina

April 16, 2025

Get ready to fire up your appetite and mark your calendars—the Southeastern BBQ Showdown is returning to Columbia, South Carolina on April 24–25, 2026, at a new location–Gamecock Park! Hosted by the Capital City/Lake Murray Country…

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Scout Motors appoints new Chief Production Officer

April 16, 2025

Oliver L. Wollinsky to lead Scout Motors’ manufacturing strategy and operations Scout Motors Inc. (“Scout Motors”) has appointed Oliver Wollinsky to serve as Chief Production Officer. In this role, Wollinsky…

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City of Columbia’s offices to close in observance of Good Friday

April 16, 2025

In observance of Good Friday, the City of Columbia’s buildings and offices will be closed on Friday, April 18, 2025. All solid waste and recycling routes will remain on a…

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County Government offices closing for Good Friday on April 18

April 16, 2025

Richland County Government facilities will close for business Friday, April 18 in observance of Good Friday. County Government offices will reopen for normal business on Monday, April 21. All County…

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Columbia College celebrates grand opening of College Place

April 16, 2025

On Friday, March 21, Columbia College celebrated the grand opening of College Place. The newly renovated historic church will now serve as the new home for the college’s Division of…

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CAMS Sydney Jones promoted to Vice President of Marketing

April 15, 2025

CAMS (Community Association Management Services) is thrilled to share that Sydney Jones has been named Vice President of Marketing. She was previously the Director of Marketing. Jones has been with…

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Flock and Rally welcomes Olivia Hyatt as Vice President of Strategy

April 15, 2025

Flock and Rally, a women-owned and led integrated marketing and communications agency based in Columbia, South Carolina, announces the addition of Olivia Hyatt as its new vice president of strategy.…

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Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume opens May 3rd at the State Museum

April 15, 2025

Plus, guests can enjoy a series of related events and programs this summer On Saturday, May 3, a fan-favorite blockbuster exhibition created by the Walt Disney Archives, Heroes & Villains:…

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Author and Illustrator Vashti Harrison to speak at Baker’s Dozen event on April 18

April 15, 2025

USC’s College of Information and Communications has announced the Augusta Baker Lecture will take place on April 18 at 6:30 p.m. at Richland Library main. Vashti Harrison, New York Times…

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School District Five names new principal to Chapin Elementary School

April 15, 2025

Lexington-Richland School District Five has named Amy Sgorrano as the new principal of Chapin Elementary School. She will replace Jesse Hutchinson who is retiring at the end of the school…

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School District Five names new principal for Dutch Fork High School

April 15, 2025

Lexington-Richland School District Five has named Reed Gunter as the new principal of Dutch Fork High. He is taking over for Dr. Gerald Gary who has been named the district…

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Cohn Construction completed new water association office in Lexington

April 15, 2025

Cohn Construction has completed the new office and training facility for WEASC-SCAWWA at 113 Business Park Drive in Lexington. The 4,000 SF office marks a milestone for the not-for-profit organization…

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FAYAT Group expanding Fairfield County operations

April 15, 2025

$13.7 million investment will create 75 new jobs FAYAT Group (FAYAT), a producer of road equipment, announced it is expanding its Road Equipment Division operations in Fairfield County. The company’s…

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Southern First Founder & CEO Art Seaver awarded Order of the Palmetto

April 15, 2025

Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, announced its Founder and CEO Art Seaver was awarded the Order of the Palmetto, the highest civilian honor…

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Four will be inducted into Airport High School’s Educator Hall of Fame & Distinguished Alumni Wall

April 14, 2025

Four people with ties to Airport High School will be honored next month at the 2025 Educator Hall of Fame & Distinguished Alumni Gala. This year’s event is scheduled for…

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We Are Sharing Hope SC celebrates National Blue & Green Day honoring donor families and transplant recipients

April 14, 2025

We Are Sharing Hope SC, South Carolina’s nonprofit, federally-designated organ, eye and tissue recovery program, in partnership with Donate Life South Carolina (DLSC) gathered with donor families and transplant recipients…

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SC Public Radio expands Rapp on Jazz to a permanent daily segment celebrating jazz music

April 14, 2025

SC Public Radio has announced that Rapp on Jazz, originally introduced as a special limited series airing each April during National Jazz Appreciation Month, is now a permanent fixture on the…

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Cameo Joseph-McCollum named 2025 Compleat Lawyer Award recipient by the University of South Carolina

April 14, 2025

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Cameo Joseph-McCollum has been named a recipient of a 2025 Compleat Lawyer Award. The Compleat Lawyer Awards, established in 1992 by the University of…

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City of Columbia and Eau Claire Baptist Church to announce details of “4 Block” Promise Initiative at upcoming press conference

April 14, 2025

The “4 Block” Promise Community Engagement Initiative focuses on increasing engagement and community outreach by involving faith-based partners. Through this initiative, the City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and…

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Design/Development Review Commission | Thursday, April 17, 2025

April 14, 2025

On Thursday, April 17, 2025, the Design/Development Review Commission meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the public who…

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Columbia City Council meeting agenda Tuesday, Apirl 15, 2025

April 14, 2025

The Columbia City Council will conduct a Budget Workshop on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at City Hall (Mayor’s Conference Room), 1737 Main Street, Second Floor, Columbia, SC…

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Costa Pleicones named 2025 Compleat Lawyer Award recipient by the University of South Carolina

April 14, 2025

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Costa Pleicones has been named a recipient of a 2025 Compleat Lawyer Award. The Compleat Lawyer Awards, established in 1992 by the University of…

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HOLY WEEK: Being always mindful of life’s blessings

April 14, 2025

God literally saved me physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually By W. Thomas Smith Jr. As we begin HOLY WEEK – Palm Sunday through Holy Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, then…

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Cohn Construction breaks ground on a new 20,060 SF flex industrial building along I-20

April 11, 2025

Cohn Construction has officially broken ground on a new 20,060 SF flex industrial building off of I-20 in Northeast Columbia. In partnership with Walker Development and Trinity Partners, the multi-tenant…

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NAI Columbia’s Carolina Shopping Center Strategists receive 2025 CoStar Impact Award

April 11, 2025

NAI Columbia announced that the Carolina Shopping Center Strategists—Patrick Palmer, CCIM, Bobby Balboni, CCIM, and Sam Edens—have received the 2025 CoStar Impact Award in recognition of their outstanding work on…

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Presbyterian football season tickets on sale now

April 11, 2025

CLINTON, S.C. – Presbyterian College Athletics has officially launched a brand-new ticketing website, BlueHoseTix.com, giving Blue Hose fans an easy and centralized way to purchase tickets for all home athletic…

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Arts Against Violence: A three-day cultural event empowering youth through the arts

April 11, 2025

Eleven Services, LLC and Strut Talk Runway Therapy, in collaboration with the City of Columbia Parks & Recreation, United Way, The Weight of Words, and V12 Studios, announced Arts Against…

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Google.org announces $1M to Central Carolina Community Foundation to provide South Carolina nonprofits with AI skills

April 11, 2025

The new funding advances Google’s mission to provide AI workforce development and training to over one million Americans Google.org — the company’s philanthropic arm — announced $1 million in funding…

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The Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement is partnering with Girl Get Up Society to host annual Mindful Steps Walk to raise mental health awareness

April 11, 2025

WHO: City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement and Girl Get Up Society WHAT: City of Columbia’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement in partnership with Girl Get Up Society,…

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Student Pop-Up Market Set for April 12 at Soda City

April 11, 2025

Mayor’s Collegiate Engagement Council partners with Soda City Market to support student entrepreneurs The Mayor’s Collegiate Engagement Council (CEC) is partnering with Soda City Market to host a Student Pop-Up…

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