Recipients from Charleston, Florence, Hampton, Richland and York counties The South Carolina Arts Commission is happily announcing six unique and deserving 2026 recipients of the state’s highest recognition for exceptional…
Residents interested in learning more about how local government works will soon have the opportunity through a new educational initiative hosted by the City of Columbia Community Development Department. The…
Wingard’s Market, invites the community to celebrate the arrival of spring at its highly anticipated Spring Fling 2026, taking place Friday, March 13 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and…
Collins & Lacy, P.C. announced four attorneys who have joined the firm. Attorneys Matthew Robins, Danielle Wilson, Nikole Haltiwanger, and Trevor Hughey have joined the firm that has locations in…
Dr. Alicia McFarland, Chief Medical Officer of the South Carolina Pediatric Alliance, has been selected for SCBIZ Faces of South Carolina in recognition of her leadership, dedication to children’s health,…
Columbia’s premier wine event, Taste of the Vine, returns on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at Central Energy, benefiting Transitions Homeless Center, the Midlands’ largest provider of services for individuals experiencing…
By Tom Poland Three birds hold me in their thrall. The osprey, whippoorwill, and oft-slighted buzzard. I love the whippoorwill’s lilting call. The noble osprey and its distinctive M-shaped…
Thousands more South Carolinians with disabilities may now qualify for a powerful savings tool designed to protect their benefits and strengthen their financial future. At Disability Advocacy Day at the…
Encompass Health announced the opening of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Irmo, a 49-bed inpatient facility that is now accepting patients. The 53,000-square-foot hospital provides rehabilitation services for patients recovering…
Ratepayer Protection Concerns Focus Attention on District 5 Appointment Next week, the South Carolina General Assembly will vote to appoint members of the Public Service Commission (PSC) for Congressional Districts…
South Carolina’s manufacturing industries support economic growth Governor Henry McMaster, the South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) and South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) announced that the state’s 2025 export sales grew 1.5%,…
Students culminate a year of fundraising to Build Brighter Days for Midlands families University of South Carolina Dance Marathon (USCDM) celebrated the impact of the student-led movement for children’s health at…
This week, Sustain SC is celebrating its fifth anniversary with the launch of a refreshed Strategic Framework designed to support the organization’s new Purpose statement — to build and grow a…
Columbia audiences will get a rare first look at a European touring production this month when “The Colors of Spain” makes its U.S. premiere at the Koger Center for the Arts. Set for…
Google launched the Google AI Professional Certificate to equip people with the AI skills that are most in-demand by today’s employers. The program is based on labor market research from…
The Lexington County Department of Public Works invites residents, businesses, and stakeholders to attend a series of Open House public meetings as part of the development of the Lexington County Transportation Improvement Plan. What…
Voting for Top 16 Round of Manufacturing Madness Now Open South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) announced the finalists for the Top 16 round of the 5th Annual Manufacturing Madness,…
Three well-known business leaders in South Carolina are joining a national movement to fill a void on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.- a monument honoring women who led the…
The Town of Irmo Events Committee is teaming up with Mary’s Mobile Market for a day of fun at Moore Park! We’re hosting a Chili Cook-off, and we want YOU to compete. Where: Prisma…
To honor the 184 residents of Richland and Lexington Counties who lost their lives to substance overdoses in 2025, LRADAC will once again host Black Balloon Day on Wednesday, March…
Maynard Nexsen announced that Benjamin N. “Ben” Garner has joined the firm as a Shareholder in the Government Investigations & White Collar Defense Practice Group. Mr. Garner will be based…
Trinity Episcopal Cathedral has awarded grant funding to 13 local and global non-profit partners who are doing sustainable work to create a better future for our community and world. The…
During National Consumer Protection Week (March 1–7), BBB Serving Central SC and Charleston is reminding consumers to stay alert and take simple steps to protect themselves from scams and identity…
NAI Columbia announced that Ben Kelly, CCIM and Patrick Chambers successfully represented the buyer in the acquisition of the Berkeley Building, a ±74,069 SF office building located at 200 Center…
The Contemporaries, a dynamic affinity group of the Columbia Museum of Art, invite the community to step into the golden age of jazz at A French Quarter Fête, an unforgettable gala inspired…
The Camden community will come together on Friday, March 20, 2026, to celebrate the International Day of Happiness with a special event hosted by The Happiness Health Connection and its…
14 projects across the state awarded grants to support innovation and entrepreneurship The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) announced the recipients of its 2026 Relentless Challenge grants, which totaled…
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) hosted its annual 5K for Mental Health Awareness on Saturday, Feb. 28, bringing together students, employees, and community members in…
Chipp, Atapic, Sentec, and Tada AI received new grant funding from the South Carolina Research Authority. Crystal-XG, Cuffway, InfauxTech, Ohmiq, PostPixel, Renoverse AI, and Vet Media Group were accepted as SCRA member companies. SCRA Interim President and CEO Bill Kirkland…
At its February 24, 2026, meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the appointment of Tomeka Love as the next principal of Red Bank Elementary. Love…
The Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce announced the nominees for the 2026 Annual Awards Gala: A Night of Reflection. These finalists represent the heart of the Chapin business community, recognized…
The City of Columbia is seeking volunteers to help conduct our routine Pedestrian & Bicyclist Counts throughout Columbia. By counting pedestrians and bicyclists, volunteers help to ensure that all of…
Explore Columbia in new and exciting ways with Historic Columbia as we offer a full slate of tours and programs this March. PROGRAMS & EVENTS IN MARCH: Heathwood Walking Tour…
WHAT: February is National Heart Month and in conjunction with the Go Red movement, which encourages awareness of heart disease and heart health, the City will hold the third annual “Jump…
The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities is hosting QuickBooks Online: How to Set Up Your Books the Right Way From Day One on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, beginning at 10:00…
Danielle Salley Creative, a Lexington-based solopreneur creative agency, took top honors with a Gold ADDY from the Midlands chapter of the American Advertising Federation’s national awards program in the category…
South Carolina healthcare leader Kelly Willenberg has been appointed to the National Committee on Vital and Health Statistics (NCVHS), a prestigious federal advisory body that provides guidance to the U.S.…
Dunean Capital Management has officially closed on the historic Anderson Farm & Reservoir property, acquiring the approximately 1,250-acre tract and advancing plans for Anderson Lake, the long-term vision for the…
South Carolina Healthy Business Coalition launches statewide – Press events slated for end of March The South Carolina Healthy Business Coalition officially launches today, marking the evolution of the South…
The Columbia Museum of Art presents major spring exhibition Rodney McMillian: A Son of the Soil, on view from March 21 through June 28, 2026. Organized by the Columbia Museum…
Langley Law Firm announced that experienced trial attorney Trey Still has joined the firm as a named partner. With his addition, the firm will now operate as Langley Still &…
Awards presented to SCDNR officials in Washington and in New Orleans last week The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) received two national honors in the final week of…
Time is running out to claim your spot for one of the South Carolina’s most storied traditions. The Prince George Winyah Church Women are preparing for the 79th Annual Tour…
Richland County Sheriff’s Department points to mobile-phone forensics as “vital asset” in recent homicide-solving successes By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Recent national reports of the Richland County Sheriff’s Department’s (RCSD)…
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Amanda Hannah of Dixie High School as Educator of the Month
Abbeville accountant-turned-teacher shares her love of numbers and business to equip students for life South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Amanda ‘Mandy’ Hannah of Dixie High School as the…
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Record absorption creates critical Class A inventory shortage Market Highlights The Columbia market experienced record absorption at 1,475,793 square feet as manufacturers led the…
Cohn Construction has completed a new 10,200 SF office and warehouse facility for RioTinto in Ridgeway, South Carolina. Designed to support the mine closure efforts required by environmental regulations, the…
Eligible small businesses can apply for increased incentives for completing energy efficiency upgrades Dominion Energy is offering limited-time bonus incentives to help eligible small business customers in South Carolina invest…
New passes available to borrow during National Library Lovers Month During National Library Lovers Month, Richland Library is introducing a new way to connect the community to hands-on learning and family…
Dyeing of the Five Points Fountain, Irish music, dance performances and family activities Due to anticipated inclement weather, the Official Kick-Off to St. Pat’s in Five Points, presented by the…