Lake Carolina Development donates $31,000 to local Children’s Charities

May 30, 2019

Lake Carolina Properties presented a check for $31,000 to five local charities through its beneficiary, Children’s Charities of the Midlands. This gift was made possible through various community events and…

Natural History Day … Rocks at South Carolina State Museum

May 29, 2019

Natural History Day is returning to the South Carolina State Museum with a day of minerals, geology, archeology, rocks and more, Saturday, June 8, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.…

First South Carolina School honored as U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School for Environmental Initiatives

May 29, 2019

Dutch Fork Elementary School in Lexington County is the first South Carolina school to be recognized nationally by the U.S. Department of Education for environmentally conscious programming. The S.C. Department…

MCA Architecture project receives Adaptive Use Award from Historic Columbia

May 29, 2019

A recent MCA Architecture project, Cyberwoven, received the Adaptive Use Award from Historic Columbia at the organization’s annual Preservation Awards Luncheon. Historic Columbia hosts the Preservation Awards Luncheon annually during…

The “Man Killer” that is Everest

May 29, 2019

One of South Carolina’s top mountaineers discusses climbing perils By W. Thomas Smith Jr.   South Carolina’s own Tom Mullikin is intimately familiar with Mount Everest. No, the Camden-based global…

Rotarians Tour Ronald McDonald House

May 29, 2019

Capital Rotarians toured Columbia’s Ronald McDonald House on May 29, getting a firsthand look at how it provides a comforting atmosphere for families and children in times of medical crisis.…

Four Adams and Reese Attorneys Recognized in South Carolina Super Lawyers (by Thomson Reuters) 2019

May 29, 2019

Adams and Reese is pleased to announce the inclusion of four attorneys in the 2019 edition of South Carolina Super Lawyers (by Thomson Reuters), which includes the publication’s “Rising Stars”…

The COMET reactivates bus service along I-26 corridor to Newberry

May 28, 2019

The COMET has reactivated bus service along I-26 to Newberry.  The route is known as Route 93X – I-26 Express takes passengers between Newberry, Samsung, Little Mountain, Chapin, Ballentine, Prisma…

4-star Morningstar Ratings Overall continue for Wallick Investments’ Core Growth and Fidelis composites

May 28, 2019

    Wallick Investments, LLC’s chief equity composite strategy, WI Core Growth, received a 4-star Morningstar RatingTM among 162 mid-cap blend products as of March 31, 2019 for 3-year, 5-year,…

Top Grossing Movies – May 27, 2019

May 28, 2019

Theatrical grosses from comScore   Week of 05/24/2019 to 05/30/2019 Rank Title Weeks Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Aladdin 1  $91,500,929  $116,805,962 2 John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum 2  $24,587,676…

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

May 28, 2019

  Colliers International | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state: Columbia, SC Crawford Prezioso represented Prez Chem in the…

Town of Lexington expands downtown parking with 165 new spots

May 28, 2019

The Town of Lexington is once again expanding public parking within our revitalized downtown. In collaboration with Masonic Lodge #152, approximately 165 parking spots will be created at N. Church…

David Platts announced as next executive director of South Carolina Arts Commission

May 28, 2019

The South Carolina Arts Commission (SCAC) Board of Directors announced David Platts of Lancaster as the agency’s new executive director effective July 1, 2019. Platts currently serves as arts and…

Five Points Association names Kelsey Desender as Executive Director

May 28, 2019

The Five Points Association announced Kelsey Desender has been named Executive Director. Desender takes over for her predecessor of six years, Amy Beth Franks, who remains an active part of…

Generation NEXT Franchise Brands announces $2 million franchise contract for Columbia

May 28, 2019

Agreement Includes Initial Purchase of 20 Robotic Vending Kiosks and Commitments to Buy an Additional 24 Units Generation NEXT Franchise Brands, Inc. announced that its subsidiary, Reis & Irvy’s, has…

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Frank Davis joins SCCI Board of Directors

May 28, 2019

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd shareholder Frank Davis has joined the Board of Directors of South Carolina Charities, Inc. (SCCI). SCCI is the non-profit foundation of the BMW Charity Pro-Am and was…

Tour of Homes June 8-23

May 28, 2019

2019 TOUR OF HOMES will be held June 8-23 Columbia’s Largest Open House of New Homes is the 2019 TOUR OF HOMES held over three weekends in June from 11:00…

City of Columbia’s 40-year record for Tree City USA 

May 24, 2019

The City of Columbia’s Public Works Department announced that the City of Columbia set a record for being named a Tree City USA city for the past 40 years. Columbia…

Spectrum Quartz launching new Dillon County manufacturing operations

May 24, 2019

Quartz Slab Products Manufacturer and Distributor Creating More Than 150 Jobs Spectrum Quartz, part of the Hirsch Glass Corporation, a manufacturer and distributor of quartz and other glass products, today…

2019 Midlands LLS Man & Woman of the Year winners

May 24, 2019

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s South Carolina Chapter Announces 2019 Midlands Man & Woman of the Year Winners On May 16th we announced a Lexington woman and a Columbia man…

New chairman of the S.C. State Workforce Development Board

May 24, 2019

Governor Henry McMaster today announced that he has appointed Donald R. Tomlin, Jr. to serve as chairman of the South Carolina State Workforce Development Board. A longtime South Carolina-based investor…

U.S. Waffle Company launching new Pickens County facility

May 24, 2019

Frozen Food Processing Facility to Create 114 New Jobs U.S. Waffle Company today announced plans to launch a new frozen food processing facility in Pickens County. The company’s $22.1 million…

Callison Tighe sponsors Military Appreciation Days at EdVenture

May 24, 2019

Callison Tighe is helping EdVenture honor those who serve by becoming a sponsor at the museum’s three Military Appreciation Days this year. On Memorial Day, the Fourth of July and…

Richland Library Memorial Day Schedule

May 24, 2019

All Richland Library locations will close Sunday, May 26 and Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day. Local residents will still be able to access the library’s resources and…

Hall of Fame endorses Lott in re-election bid

May 24, 2019

By W. Thomas Smith Jr.   The South Carolina Black Belt Hall of Fame (SCBBHOF), the Palmetto State’s premier martial arts organization, announced the endorsement of Richland County Sheriff Leon…

Richland Library Composes Musical Start to 2019 Summer Learning Challenge

May 23, 2019

WHAT: Summer Learning Challenge Kickoff, featuring Lucy Kalantari & the Jazz Cats WHEN: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Saturday, June 1 WHERE: Richland Library Sandhills 763 Fashion Dr., Columbia, SC 29229…

ArtFields Jr. highlights student viewpoints

May 23, 2019

The ArtFields Jr. Art Competition featured works from three Lexington County School District One schools and their talented artists. As part of the annual ArtFields festival in Lake City, the…

New law firm formed, SMITH | ROBINSON

May 23, 2019

Murrell Smith, Jr.and Jonathan M. Robinson announce the formation of Smith Robinson Holler DuBose and Morgan, LLC which opened its newly renovated Columbia location on May 1st at 2530 Devine…

AI Changing Society, Culture

May 23, 2019

Rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) is changing society and culture around the world, according to technology consultant Eric Davis, Capital Rotary’s May 22 guest speaker. Davis (shown with Rotarian…

Nationally recognized transportation and logistics law firm adds three attorneys and expands into Georgia

May 23, 2019

Moseley Marcinak Law Group LLP (MMLG) announces the addition of attorneys Blair Cash, Megan Early-Soppa and Robert “Rocky” Rogers to the firm. “We are thrilled to have Blair, Megan, and…

Attorney Scott Pierce joins Collins & Lacy

May 23, 2019

J. Scott Pierce has joined Collins & Lacy’s Columbia office as an associate in the Retail & Hospitality Practice Group. The firm’s Retail and Hospitality Practice Group defends leading national…

Eastover Solar launching Richland County solar project

May 22, 2019

Utility-scale solar developer investing $80 million in Eastover solar farm Eastover Solar – a wholly owned subsidiary of Community Energy, an experienced utility-scale solar project developer – announced plans to…

Video tells the story of one South Carolinian on D-Day

May 22, 2019

On June 6, 1944, Lt. James Richard Mooneyhan landed on the stretch of Norman shoreline code-named Dog Green – the same sector of Omaha Beach depicted in the harrowing opening…

Cardinal Crossing, Forest Acres’ first-ever mixed-use community

May 22, 2019

The Beach Company announced details for Cardinal Crossing, the first-ever mixed-use community in the highly sought-after Forest Acres neighborhood in Columbia, S.C. Plans for the development include diverse retail and dining options…

SCFB successfully advocates for farmers in Duke rate increase case

May 22, 2019

The South Carolina Public Service Commission issued a ruling on Duke Energy Progress’ proposed rate increase on Tuesday. South Carolina Farm Bureau President Harry Ott and other Farm Bureau members…

Honors for longtime Rotarian

May 22, 2019

Longtime Rotarian Gene Oliver (left in photo) has been recognized by Capital Rotary for 55 years of membership in the service club. President Philip Flynn also honored Oliver as a…

SCACAA recognizes Ryan Bean with merit and communications awards

May 22, 2019

The South Carolina Association of County Agricultural Agents (SCACAA) recognized Clemson Extension Area Forestry Agent Ryan Bean in the areas of programming and communications during its annual meeting held May…

Eastover Solar launching Richland County solar project

May 22, 2019

Utility-scale solar developer investing $80 million in Eastover solar farm Eastover Solar – a wholly owned subsidiary of Community Energy, an experienced utility-scale solar project developer – announced plans to…

Tri-County Electric Cooperative unveils Tri-County Global Industrial Site 

May 22, 2019

Economic development on the I-26 corridor between Orangeburg and Columbia is getting a major boost with the opening of the new Tri-County Global Industrial Site. Tri-County Electric Cooperative in partnership…

National Salvation Week Schedule of Events May 20-26

May 22, 2019

The Salvation Army of the Midlands is celebrating National Salvation Army Week this week through Sunday, May 26. Throughout the week, several events will be hosted as a way for…

The COMET and the National Park Service partner to transport people to Congaree National Park to see fireflies

May 21, 2019

The COMET and the National Park Service has formed a partnership to transport area residents and visitors to the Congaree National Park as a trial on Friday, May 24, 2019,…

Teachers, other essential workers get home buying help with “Palmetto Heroes”

May 21, 2019

Buying a first home is a monumental opportunity in one’s life.  Financing this occasion can be challenging and for many—can seem unattainable.  Beginning in 2006, The South Carolina State Housing…

“Asphalt Works!” workforce development campaign launched by S.C. Asphalt Pavement Association

May 21, 2019

Statewide initiative aims to reenergize asphalt industry and repair S.C. roads In response to an increased need for asphalt workers across the state, the non-profit South Carolina Asphalt Pavement Association…

State Treasurer Curtis Loftis kicks off National 529 Day observance with $529 College Savings grants

May 21, 2019

State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that South Carolina’s Future Scholar 529 College Savings Plan would once again celebrate National 529 College Savings Day (May 29) with its PalmettoBaby Grant Program.…

2019 MGC Long Run gives $25,491.60 to the USO South Carolina

May 21, 2019

The MGC Long Run, a 15k, 5k, Virtual 5k and Kids’ Fun Run, raised $25,491.60 for USO South Carolina. For over 77 years, the USO has been the nation’s leading…

National Engineering & Surveying Group relocates headquarters to Greenville, South Carolina

May 21, 2019

The National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying is relocating its headquarters to Greenville, South Carolina, from its current location in Seneca, South Carolina. NCEES’ new headquarters will occupy…

Wilson Kibler becomes the largest independently operated commercial real estate firm in Columbia

May 21, 2019

Wilson Kibler announced today a rebranding initiative following its separation from its global partner Newmark Knight Frank earlier this year.  The commercial real estate firm, which has operated in South Carolina…

Columbia Taiwanese community celebrates Taiwanese American Heritage Month with Da-Guan Dance Theater performance

May 21, 2019

On Wednesday, renown art troupes, Da-Guan Dance Theater, will perform at Dreher High School to celebrate Taiwanese American Heritage Month. The event will begin at 7:00 pm. Free tickets are…

NAI Columbia closes ±4.89 acre land sale in West Columbia

May 21, 2019

NAI Columbia announced the sale of ±4.89 acres of land located at 2801 Edmund Highway and Dunbar Road in West Columbia, SC. Broker Lee Bussell, Jr. represented the seller in…

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program returns to a county near you

May 20, 2019

The Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) returns this summer with the goals of supplementing the diets of low-income seniors with fresh, nutritious produce and supporting South Carolina’s small farmers.…