Elizabeth Smith Owen and Joe’Terrious Neal of Morton & Gettys are honored in the 2026 edition of South Carolina Legal Elite, an annual publication that recognizes distinguished attorneys across the…
Ten attorneys at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel are listed in the just-released 2027 edition of Best Lawyers in America® and its companion guide, Best Lawyers®: Ones to Watch. The list…
Community Association Management Services (CAMS) announced that Jordan Edmisten has been named Business Development Manager. She joined the Business Development team in 2023 and previously served as Business Development Specialist.…
The South Carolina Optometric Physicians Association (SCOPA) elected their new board of directors at the Association’s 119th Annual Meeting, held August 20–22, 2026, at The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort…
By Bill Connor Labor Day weekend held special significance for me. September 3 was the 35th anniversary of my Ranger School graduation. The significance comes because it was a defining…
The SC Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation (GSSMF) has been awarded a $50,000 grant from South Carolina Student Loan Corporation (SCSLC), through its philanthropic arm, Power:Ed. This marks…
Charleston-based design-build firm partners with Magnus Development Partners on 57,750-square-foot industrial project inside Lexington County Industrial Park Charleston-based design-build firm BEHKO is entering the Columbia industrial market. Magnus Development Partners…
Balazs Events has been recognized as one of the Top Three Wedding Planners in Columbia, South Carolina, by Three Best Rated for the fourth consecutive year. Three Best Rated evaluates…
The South Carolina Chapter of the Huntington’s Disease Society of America(opens in new tab) (HDSA) will hold its annual Education Day on Saturday, October 10, 2026, offering a vital day…
South Carolina’s coastal waters and pristine marshlands face a critical challenge: accumulating marine debris and heavy wreckage that threaten local ecosystems and wildlife. While community volunteer efforts make a meaningful…
As the calendar flips to September, the hope for cooler temperatures and continued outdoor fun prevails in our historic port city. It’s also a reminder that Georgetown’s premier event, the…
Regional retailer opens store dedicated to delivering licensed USC apparel, accessories and gifts for the Gamecock fanbase. Alumni(opens in new tab) Hall(opens in new tab), a South Carolina Gamecock shopping destination,…
BRAVO Education Foundation of Clarendon County (BRAVO), has been awarded a $30,000 grant from SC Student Loan Corporation through its philanthropy, Power:Ed, to launch “Empowering Clarendon”, a program that integrates…
Priscilla Presley. Temple Grandin. Soul Asylum. Donnell Rawlings. Wheel of Fortune Live. The Peking Acrobats. And members of the cast of The Sopranos. This year, audiences can experience them all…
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that his office will accept nominations of charitable organizations for this year’s Angel Awards. Each year, the Secretary of State honors several…
Richland Two educator helps students lay the groundwork for a successful future South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Anya Bryant of Richland Two School District’s Jackson Creek Elementary School…
From a conservation perspective, energy density merits greater attention within environmental policy analysis By Thomas S. Mullikin Conservation policy has traditionally framed economic development and environmental protection as competing objectives,…
(opens in new tab) By Jeff Becraft Now, I am not a scientist, and I have never done any study on flies. And I have no desire to even…
Charleston, SC -based real estate development company, Twin Rivers Capital, recently completed the sale of a McDonald’s Ground Lease located at 117 Bunch Lane in Hopkins, SC in the Columbia,…
Central SC Alliance (CSCA) has announced the hiring of Ryan D’Aurelio as its new Research Manager, strengthening the organization’s ability to leverage data and market intelligence to support business recruitment,…
Lexington Medical Center receives Infant CPR Anytime® Kits to help protect new families American Heart Association equips new parents with lifesaving skills, advances maternal and infant health Every parent hopes…
Denmark Technical College and Morris College have entered into an academic articulation agreement designed to make it easier for students to transfer credits, build on credentials they’ve earned and continue…
Winner announced at September Gather & Grow event. The Columbia Chamber announced Knowledge Perk as the Small Business of the Year Award winner. The Small Business of the Year Award, sponsored…
Birdwatching in the Gardens Thursday, September 10 and 24 | 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. | Gardens of the Hampton-Preston Mansion | 1615 Blanding Street Keep your eye to the sky and join Historic…
Patrick Turner to oversee agency’s legal division The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) today announced that Patrick Turner has joined the agency as general counsel. Turner will oversee…
Cayce Elementary Assistant Principal Dr. Ashley Caulder will take the national stage this week, representing South Carolina as Mrs. South Carolina American in the Mrs. American competition. For Dr. Caulder,…
The City of Columbia Community Development Department is announcing a public comment period for the City’s Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Consolidated Annual Performance & Evaluation Report (CAPER). The public comment period…
LAURENS, S.C. – THRIVE Laurens County will host a community Data Walk on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., inviting residents, community leaders, health partners and…
By Tom Poland October 1977—April 1990 Where The Music Died Now and then a kind of gravity draws me to an old building. I’m driving south on SC Highway 25…
By Reba Hull Campbell I’ve been working my way through some new and not-so-new favorite writing books this summer. One I’ve revisited is the latest edition of Patricia T.…
“South Carolina Remembers 9/11: 25 Years Later” explores the State’s response to tragedy and a 159-year-old promise to New York As the nation prepares to mark the 25th anniversary of…
The University of South Carolina’s Columbia campus is welcoming thousands of new college students from across South Carolina, the nation and the world. With an increase of overall enrollment, now…
The garden, a Riley Institute DLI Midlands Spring 2026 Class cohort collaboration, provides the community an opportunity to learn more about South Carolina’s natural and cultural history. A Carolina Wildlife…
For someone trying to rebuild their life after homelessness, addiction, or incarceration, a second chance can depend on things many of us take for granted. A safe place to sleep.…
Athletic performances measured by UK-based strength-level calculator By Christopher David Carter Powerlifters and amateur athletes are increasingly measuring strength gains by the worldwide strength-level calculator now-often utilized by fitness instructors…
The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities will be hosting the ribbon cutting of WhizWorld Kids Academy(opens in new tab) on Wednesday, September 2 at 11:00 a.m. at 903 Elmwood…
Two Richland One high schools have been named among the “Best High Schools” in the nation by U.S. News & World Report in its 2026-2027 ranking. Dreher High School(opens in…
Managing Attorney, Lisa Hostetler Brown, has been recognized by her peers in the 33rd Edition of The Best Lawyers in America© for 2027 for her exceptional work in Elder Law.…
The City of Columbia is calling on communities across South Carolina to come together for a powerful conversation about homelessness, solutions, and the shared responsibility to ensure every person has…
FEMA announced more than $52 million in funding for 29 recovery and mitigation projects to help South Carolina communities recover from Hurricane Helene and other disasters. This funding is part…
Twice a year, the City of Columbia seeks out volunteers to help conduct our routine Pedestrian & Bicyclist Counts within the City’s limits. By counting pedestrians and people riding bicycles,…
On Thursday, September 3, 2026, the Board of Zoning Appeals meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. respectfully at City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the public and/or…
Newberry College celebrated two investments in the student experience Wednesday with ribbon-cutting ceremonies at Wolves Village and Wessels Library. The celebrations brought together College leaders, students, and community partners to…
(opens in new tab) By Jeff Becraft Years ago, I was on a week-long camp with a children’s home. Halfway through the week on Wednesday, the leader of the…
Trees SC(opens in new tab) has officially recognized Whitt Cline, retired Public Works Director for the Town of Irmo(opens in new tab), with the 2026 Golden Acorn Award during the Fall South…
The Richland Library Friends and Foundation announced Afnan Hakami and Kimberly Jones as the 2026-27 Ethel Bolden Minority Fellows. Each fellow will complete a semester-long project supporting the work of…
W.A. Perry Middle School has been named a 2026 Nationally Certified Demonstration School by Magnet Schools of America, the organization’s top recognition for magnet schools nationwide. W.A. Perry was one…
The Harvest Hope Food Bank Board of Directors announced today that Sy Hughes has been named Chief Executive Officer, following his service as Interim CEO since January 2026. Hughes joined…
Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery announced that Dr. Robert Browning performed the first arthroscopic cartilage transplant in the Midlands on August 17, 2026. Cartilage restoration or transplant procedures, including MACI (Matrix…
Company recognized in the small employer category for creating an exceptional workplace experience SIOS Technology Corp., a leading provider of application high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions, announced…