Pearce Bespoke Charlotte named official custom clothier of the South Carolina Military Veterans Hall of Fame

November 25, 2025

Company designed exclusive Reda jackets for the Board of Directors and inductees Pearce Bespoke Charlotte has been selected as the Official Custom Clothier of the South Carolina Military Veterans Hall…

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Celebrated writer-editor inducted into elite Military Hall of Fame

November 25, 2025

Marine Infantry leader and military technical consultant named to S.C. Military Veterans Hall of Fame By Cheyenne Twilley W. Thomas Smith Jr., a writer, editor, and public-information professional assisting the…

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Rotary Clubs dedicate first Rotary Peace Pole in South Carolina

November 25, 2025

Peacebuilding remains a cornerstone of our mission as a humanitarian service organization. Spring Valley Rotary Club and its satellite evening club, Woodcreek Rotary, in collaboration with its Spring Valley High…

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Dominion Energy to begin performing tree trimming activities as scheduled for 2025

November 25, 2025

Dominion Energy will begin performing tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods on Monday, November 24, 2025, at 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Distribution Line Tree Trimming:      …

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City offices to close in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday

November 25, 2025

In observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday, the City of Columbia’s buildings and offices will be closed on Thursday, November 27, 2025 and Friday, November 28, 2024. Solid Waste will be…

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Columbia, SC – Municipal Runoff Election Results

November 25, 2025

The City of Columbia Municipal Election Commission met as the Board of Canvassers on Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. to certify the results of the Municipal Runoff Election…

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Attorney Barrett R. Brewer selected to 2026 Super Lawyers list

November 24, 2025

Barrett R. Brewer, attorney at Brewer Law Firm, LLC has been selected to the 2026 SC Super Lawyers list. The top 5% of the lawyers in SC are selected by…

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ACEC-SC and SCDOT announce 2025 Annual Meeting

November 24, 2025

The American Council of Engineering Companies of South Carolina (ACEC-SC), in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT), will host the 2025 ACEC-SC/SCDOT Annual Meeting on Tuesday, Dec.…

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The View at Crow Creek opens

November 24, 2025

CALABASH, NC – A new chapter for luxury apartment living opened this week along Ocean Highway. The View at Crow Creek features spacious two- and three-bedroom apartments that are designed…

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The evolution of an RCSD captain

November 24, 2025

Larry Payne’s life’s work is reflected in his three decades of service to Richland County By W. Thomas Smith Jr. In January 2018, then-Lieutenant Larry Payne was one of three…

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LRADAC Foundation receives $20,000 gift from Central Carolina Community Foundation’s anonymous “Cheerful Giver”

November 21, 2025

To Support Access to Treatment for Alcohol and Substance Misuse The LRADAC Foundation is honored to announce it has received an unrestricted $20,000 gift from an anonymous donor known as…

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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Rebekah Watson of A.R. Rucker Middle as Educator of the Month

November 20, 2025

Lancaster County educator uses reading and storytelling to convey personal finance lessons to her students South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Rebekah Watson of A.R. Rucker Middle School as…

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Former federal prosecutor Brandon Stone joins Wyche

November 20, 2025

Wyche, a leading full-service law firm with offices across South Carolina, announces that Brandon Stone, a former federal prosecutor and partner at a leading international law firm, has joined the…

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DWG Consulting Engineers expands presence with a new office in Greenville, SC

November 20, 2025

DWG, Inc. Consulting Engineers (DWG) announces the expansion of their company with a new office in Greenville, South Carolina. The new location has three employees, two of whom are Professional…

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Learn about German POWs in South Carolina

November 20, 2025

You’ve seen movies about Americans in German POW camps during World War II — “The Great Escape,” “Stalag 17,” and so forth. But did you know that more than 8,000…

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Helping Hands Grants to Schools awarded to all Lexington County School District One Schools

November 20, 2025

Recently, the Lexington One Educational Foundation Board of Directors approved $47,787.77 for the 2025-2026 school year in Helping Hands Grants to Schools awards. These grants are an important investment designed…

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Astro Malaysia ensures 99.99% uptime for critical SAP and Oracle operations with SIOS high availability solution

November 20, 2025

SIOS LifeKeeper for Linux Delivers Cloud-Based Resilience and Confidence on AWS SAN MATEO, CA and COLUMBIA, SC – SIOS Technology Corp., a leading provider of high availability (HA) and disaster…

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Mixed-use redevelopment named “Seaboard Vista” to honor historic legacy of Congaree Vista

November 20, 2025

Partners of the notable historic adaptive reuse project in Columbia, South Carolina’s Congaree Vista announce the project to be named “Seaboard Vista.” The name honors the legacy of the Seaboard…

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Sheniya Marshall joins Robinson Gray law firm as associate

November 20, 2025

Attorney Sheniya Marshall has joined Robinson Gray law firm as an associate. Her practice is focused on insurance defense, primarily with matters relating to commercial transportation, premises liability, and products…

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Highway Song, Part I

November 20, 2025
Tom Poland

By Tom Poland   A Sunday Drive I hadn’t seen him in 10 years. Him would be the preacher who buried Dad and Mom. He was preaching down South Georgia…

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Johnny

November 20, 2025

By Jeff Becraft   We recently moved Hannah from Maryland down to Charlotte. As Hannah and I were heading to Charlotte, I said, “We need to get some help unloading…

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78 new affordable apartments come on line with Peaks of Lexington

November 20, 2025

Community and business leaders gathered Tuesday for the ribbon cutting for a 78-unit income-restricted community in the heart of Lexington. Located at the 510 Conway Drive, the Peaks of Lexington…

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Travel the world in a night at the CMA’s Anniversary Gala

November 20, 2025

The Columbia Museum of Art celebrates 75 years of creativity and community with a night of cocktails, art, and memories at the 75th Anniversary Gala on Friday, January 16, from…

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Bonding, earning trust, and building self-esteem in kids

November 20, 2025

High Five Fridays have become an exciting beginning to the last day of each week By W. Thomas Smith Jr. For years (during the schoolyear) one of the most enthusiastically…

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Colliers represents seller and buyer in sale of a medical building in West Columbia to Roots Integrative Medicine

November 20, 2025

Colliers | South Carolina’s Mary Winter Teaster and Sydney Lanham represented the seller, Rod Shiver, and John Gressette and Rox Pollard III represented the buyer, Roots Integrative Medicine, in the…

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Original student-created dance takes spotlight at USC’s Student Choreography Showcase

November 20, 2025

The Betsy Blackmon Dance Program at USC will present its fall semester Student Choreography Showcase, December 2–5 in Drayton Hall Theatre. This bi-annual concert features nine original dance works created by…

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SC Launch Inc. invests in Leukogene Therapeutics

November 20, 2025

SC Launch Inc., the investment affiliate of the South Carolina Research Authority, has invested in Leukogene Therapeutics. The Charleston-based biotechnology startup is developing a pipeline of targeted immunotherapies for patients…

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Columbia Streams Art partners with Bierkeller to offer free vendor spaces for local artists at annual Weihnachtsmarkt

November 20, 2025

The Columbia Streams Art public art program is pleased to partner with Bierkeller beer garden and restaurant on the riverfront to support local artists during the second annual Weihnachtsmarkt holiday…

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Turner Padget welcomes Parker Dixon to Business & Corporate team

November 20, 2025

Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A. announced that Parker Dixon has joined the firm’s Business & Corporate team as an associate in the Columbia office. Parker advises clients on a…

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Charter Institute approves three new transfer schools

November 20, 2025

The Charter Institute at Erskine (Institute) Board of Directors has approved the transfer of three charter schools from the Limestone Charter Association during its board meeting on Thursday, November 13.…

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USC College of Information and Communications and SCETV partner to provide hands-on experience for students

November 20, 2025

Students at USC’s College of Information and Communications will be practicing their media pitching skills this year in a Capstone class with juniors and seniors. The students develop and pitch…

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Richland County celebrates neighborhood connectivity with Sunset Drive upgrades

November 20, 2025

A recently finished Richland County Transportation Penny project promises to give safer passage to pedestrians and cyclists while also boosting community connectivity between River Drive and North Main Street in…

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Denmark Tech celebrates first electrician apprenticeship program completers

November 20, 2025

Denmark Technical College recently held a historic ceremony to celebrate the first group of completers from its electrician apprenticeship program. The event marked a major step forward in the college’s continued commitment…

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Together SC unveils five-year strategic plan to strengthen and unite South Carolina’s nonprofit network

November 20, 2025

Together SC, the state’s network for nonprofit and philanthropic leaders, has announced a new five-year strategic plan to guide its work through 2030. Rooted in the organization’s mission to strengthen…

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City of Columbia partners with BizArts for “Friends Building” fundraiser to support local families and youth

November 20, 2025

The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities (OBO) partnerd with 7Sunday’s BizArts, led by Army veteran and entrepreneur Deon Generette, to host Friends Building, a Friendsgiving-inspired fundraiser and networking…

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Deadline Approaches for Teachers to Register for “Dear Mr. Treasurer” Activity

November 19, 2025

The South Carolina State Treasurer’s Office is issuing a final call for 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade teachers to register their classrooms for the “Dear Mr. Treasurer” financial literacy activity.…

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South Carolina BLUE is helping South Carolinians navigate ACA Open Enrollment

November 19, 2025

South Carolina BLUE (SC BLUE), part of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, is offering free, in-person support to help individuals and families explore ACA Marketplace plan options and make informed…

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SCMA honors Senator Shane Massey and Tommy Preston with 2025 Roger Milliken Defender of Manufacturing Award

November 19, 2025

The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) celebrated the contributions and achievements of Senator Shane Massey and Tommy Preston, Jr. and presented them with its highest honor, the 2025 Roger Milliken…

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Cohn Construction announces Daniel Powell as Director of Special Projects

November 19, 2025

Daniel Powell has been appointed as the Director of Special Projects at Cohn Construction, recognizing his outstanding leadership and achievements as Senior Project Manager. Dan has more than 17 years…

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South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announces Angels for 2025

November 19, 2025

South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced the Angels of 2025. Secretary Hammond honored this year’s ten Angel charities in a ceremony at the Edgar Brown Building on the…

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HSB welcomes six associates across South Carolina

November 18, 2025

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that six attorneys have joined the firm. These attorneys will support key practice areas, including litigation, construction, employment, real estate, public finance and insurance defense.…

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Colliers represents seller in deal to open a school for the special needs community in the Midlands

November 18, 2025

Colliers | South Carolina’s Mary Winter Teaster and Sydney Lanham represented MIRCI in the sale of a 3,600-square-foot freestanding building to Opa’s Learning Academy, located at 1433 Gregg Street in…

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SCDNR Director delivers keynote during S.C. Police Combat League Banquet

November 18, 2025

Mullikin celebrates law enforcement officers from across South Carolina By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Dr. Tom Mullikin, director of the S.C. Department of Natural Resources – and one of 60…

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City of Columbia selected for new Community Forest Program through Trees4SC

November 18, 2025

The City of Columbia has been selected as one of three South Carolina communities to participate in Trees4SC!, a new statewide community forestry initiative led by the Green Infrastructure Center…

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Columbia’s Gingerbread House Competition returns—free family event supports local families

November 18, 2025

The sweetest tradition in the Midlands returns this holiday season! The 3rd Annual SC Gingerbread House Competition, hosted by Davis Architecture at AIA Columbia (1530 Main Street, Columbia, SC), invites families, artists, bakers,…

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Columbia College appoints Bruce M. Lawrence as Interim Vice President of Development

November 18, 2025

President John H. Dozier announced the appointment of Bruce M. Lawrence as the Interim Vice President of Development at Columbia College. Lawrence brings more than 20 years of experience in…

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Hood Construction, Moseley Architects celebrates SLED Pee Dee regional office grand opening

November 18, 2025

On October 28th, Hood Construction and Moseley Architects joined the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) to celebrate the grand opening of their new regional office in Florence County. Located…

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City of Columbia, Prisma Health® and National Fitness Campaign launch third Fitness Court® at Rosewood Park

November 18, 2025

The City of Columbia, Prisma Health® and the National Fitness Campaign (NFC) celebrated the opening of the third Fitness Court® in Columbia with a ribbon-cutting ceremony held at Rosewood Park,…

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Colliers Report: South Carolina Hospitality Market Q3 2025

November 18, 2025

  Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Hospitality Market Updates Download the full report.   Columbia Demand normalized after a summer in which increased inventory was primarily responsible for lower…

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Mashburn Construction adds ten new hires across the state

November 18, 2025

Mashburn Construction announced the addition of ten new employees throughout their four offices. Jonah Maro has been hired as a Project Engineer in the Myrtle Beach office. He earned his…

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