SCE&G customers to see benefits of Dominion Energy-SCANA merger beginning with February bills

February 11, 2019

SCE&G implementing lower electric bills in February Further reductions in May for fuel and DSM riders Company addresses customer questions about cash refunds Beginning with the February billing cycle, customers…

Council approves spending $150,000 to assist Allen Benedict Court residents

February 11, 2019

Richland County Council is pledging $150,000 and seeking to enhance the efforts of social service agencies to aid the displaced residents of Allen Benedict Court Apartments. At its meeting Feb.…

Floodwater Commission’s National Security Task Force is forging ahead

February 11, 2019

By Bill Connor   The South Carolina Floodwater Commission may well prove to be one of the more important legacy-defining efforts of Gov. Henry McMaster’s administration. After all, what’s more…

SCBIO adds 10 life sciences industry leaders to Board of Directors

February 8, 2019

Organization’s Boards spans state, industry segments to provide unique blend of expertise for advancing South Carolina’s life sciences industry Less than two years after initiating a comprehensive relaunch of the…

Charleston, Greenville land investment banking firm

February 8, 2019

Global finance executives launch Charles Towne Holdings  Armed with nearly a century of Wall Street and global markets experience, a collection of Charleston deal makers has partnered to create Charles Towne…

Southeastern receives Home Depot’s 2019 LTL Carpet Carrier of the Year Award

February 8, 2019

Southeastern Freight Lines, a leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, has received Home Depot’s 2019 LTL Carpet Carrier of the Year Award. Home Depot recognized Southeastern based on…

Columbia Compass: Envision 2036 Interactive Online Survey

February 8, 2019

The City of Columbia has released a second interactive online survey in order to gather feedback on the draft recommendations of Columbia Compass, the ten-year update to the City of…

SCE&G gives trees to enhance Lake Murray shoreline

February 8, 2019

SCE&G, a subsidiary of Dominion Energy, will provide trees to lake property owners through the Lake Murray Shoreline Habitat Enhancement Project. The giveaway will be Friday, Feb. 22, from 1-6…

Columbia Sailing Club announces registration is now open for junior summer sailing programs

February 8, 2019

  Columbia Sailing Club registration is now open for the 2019 youth summer sailing program offering 7-weeks of sailing sessions for ages 7 -17, accepting all experience levels. Sailing instruction…

World Famous Hip-Hop Family Day announces Big Daddy Kane as its 2019 headliner  

February 8, 2019

World Famous Hip-Hop Family Day is proud to announce Big Daddy Kane as its headliner for 2019. A Grammy Award-winning artist who began his career in 1986 as a member…

United Community Banks, Inc. announces quarterly cash dividend

February 8, 2019

United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ: UCBI) (“United”), reported that its Board of Directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.16 per common share.  The dividend is payable April 5, 2019…

SCBIO adds 10 life sciences industry leaders to Board of Directors

February 8, 2019

Organization’s Boards spans state, industry segments to provide unique blend of expertise for advancing South Carolina’s life sciences industry Less than two years after initiating a comprehensive relaunch of the…

Southeastern receives Home Depot’s 2019 LTL Carpet Carrier of the Year Award

February 8, 2019

Southeastern Freight Lines, a leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, has received Home Depot’s 2019 LTL Carpet Carrier of the Year Award. Home Depot recognized Southeastern based on…

Ryan Welch, SIOR of Lee & Associates Charleston Represented the Landlord in the Lease of 2,044 SF of Flex Space in North Charleston, SC

February 7, 2019

Ryan Welch, SIOR of Lee & Associates Charleston represented the Landlord in the lease of 2,044 SF of Flex Space located at 4250 Dorchester Road in North Charleston, SC. The…

Ashton Williams joins Coldwell Banker Caine in Greenville

February 7, 2019

Coldwell Banker Caine recently welcomed Ashton Williams as a residential sales agent to its Greenville office. Her interest in real estate was piqued when she went through her first home…

South Carolina School Counselor and Advocate of the Year

February 7, 2019

The Palmetto State School Counselor Association announced our 2019 School Counselor Advocate of the Year, Rob Rhodes. Rhodes, the Director of School Counseling Services in Greenville County Schools has made…

South Carolina School Counselors of the Year

February 7, 2019

The Palmetto State School Counselor Association announced our 2019 School Counselors of the Year, Deborah Blume, Elementary School Counselor and Overall School Counselor of the Year and Leigh Eubanks, Middle School…

Communications consultant joins Capital Rotary

February 7, 2019

New Capital Rotary member Le Frye (center in photo) is welcomed to the club by president Philip Flynn and sponsor Lee Ann Rice after induction ceremonies Feb. 6. Frye, a…

Old Cigar Warehouse hosts venue showcase

February 7, 2019

The Old Cigar Warehouse will be hosting a venue showcase on February 21st. From 4-7p.m., the space will be set up as a mock ceremony and reception so engaged couples…

Infinity Marketing hires three spring interns

February 7, 2019

Infinity Marketing, Greenville’s award-winning marketing agency, is delighted to welcome Doreen McKenzie, Austin McQuaid, and Ashley Melino to the team as interns for the upcoming spring semester, furthering its dedication…

Advertisement of Vacancies on Various Boards and Commissions

February 7, 2019

The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions.   Columbia Housing Authority Commission Seeking one (1) Applicant for Appointment. Applicant must reside within the city limits. The mission of the Columbia Housing Authority is “to meet…

Charter Institute at Erskine hosts public forum to address racial composition in schools

February 7, 2019

The Charter Institute at Erskine held a public forum to discuss racial composition in charter schools on Thursday, January 31 in Columbia. Charter school leaders, members of the South Carolina…

Scott and Company announces new in-charge accountant

February 7, 2019

Scott and Company LLC announced the promotion of Elizabeth Burnett to in-charge accountant. Burnett joined Scott and Company LLC in 2017 as an associate. In her new role of in-charge…

Mayor Benjamin welcomes new Mayor’s Fellows to City Hall

February 7, 2019

  Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin welcomes eight students to the Mayor’s Fellows program. The program provides both undergraduate and graduate-level students with the opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge of how…

City to host Commercial Retention & Redevelopment orientation sessions

February 7, 2019

The City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities will host two public orientation sessions to discuss the Commercial Retention & Redevelopment (CRR) program. Participants will receive information on CRR and…

City Manager Spotlight – February 2019

February 7, 2019

The City Manager’s Spotlight provides details about what is happening in the City of Columbia in an effort to keep citizens informed about City operations. The City Manager’s Spotlight on…

Community management leaders SCS and CAMS announce official alliance

February 7, 2019

Firms join forces after years of working together in the Carolinas, expanding reach to more than 600 associations South Carolina-based community association management firm Southern Community Services (SCS) has joined…

South Carolina staffing firm Hire Dynamics honored as industry leader for 10th consecutive year

February 7, 2019

Hire Dynamics, a staffing services provider with 34 branches throughout the Southeast, is proud to receive ClearlyRated’s 2019 Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Awards for service excellence. With its…

Capital Rotarians Hear Mid-Year Highlights

February 7, 2019

At a mid-year assembly Feb. 6 to review Capital Rotary’s accomplishments to date in the 2018-2019 Rotary year, president Philip Flynn shared highlights that included: • Making $1,500 in charitable…

BB&T and SunTrust to combine in merger of equals

February 7, 2019

Combination of two franchises creates sixth-largest U.S. bank holding company with 275 years of combined history and culture serving clients and communities in high-growth markets Estimated net cost synergies of…

Rebecca M. Breland, P.E., new Director of Site Development for South Carolina Power Team

February 7, 2019

South Carolina Power Team announced Rebecca M. Breland, P.E., as its new Director of Site Development. Rebecca will assist with product development efforts for SC Power Team. Her primary focus…

Community management leaders SCS and CAMS announce official alliance

February 7, 2019

Firms join forces after years of working together in the Carolinas, expanding reach to more than 600 associations South Carolina-based community association management firm Southern Community Services (SCS) has joined…

South Carolina staffing firm Hire Dynamics honored as industry leader for 10th consecutive year

February 7, 2019

Hire Dynamics, a staffing services provider with 34 branches throughout the Southeast, is proud to receive ClearlyRated’s 2019 Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Awards for service excellence. With its…

Capital Rotarians Hear Mid-Year Highlights

February 7, 2019

At a mid-year assembly Feb. 6 to review Capital Rotary’s accomplishments to date in the 2018-2019 Rotary year, president Philip Flynn shared highlights that included: • Making $1,500 in charitable…

Communications consultant joins Capital Rotary

February 7, 2019

New Capital Rotary member Le Frye (center in photo) is welcomed to the club by president Philip Flynn and sponsor Lee Ann Rice after induction ceremonies Feb. 6. Frye, a…

Application process open for Accommodations Tax & Hospitality Tax Grant funding fiscal year 2019/2020

February 6, 2019

The City of Columbia is now accepting applications for Hospitality and Accommodations Tax Grants for the 2020 Fiscal Year (July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2020.)  Applications are due by…

New internship program for women in sport and entertainment management

February 6, 2019

The University of South Carolina and Monumental Sports & Entertainment are proud to announce a new internship program for female students majoring in sport and entertainment management. The partnership will…

Palmetto Place extends programs and housing options for homeless youth

February 6, 2019

Palmetto Place recently extended the services it offers through its Unaccompanied Youth Program with the introduction of two new initiatives. The Aftercare Services Program and Host Home Program will offer…

Recognition for Paul Harris Donors

February 6, 2019

Capital Rotary members Jay von Kolnitz (right in photo) and Jack Williamson (center) were recognized by club president Philip Flynn (left) on Feb. 6 for their latest donations to The…

SC Farm Bureau Women donate to local charity

February 6, 2019

The Ronald McDonald House in Columbia received more than $3,200 in food and donations from a fundraiser conducted by the South Carolina Farm Bureau Federation (SCFB) Central District County Women’s…

Leadership Columbia Class of 2019 announces class project

February 6, 2019

Leadership Columbia partners with the Babcock Center As part of the Leadership Columbia program, each class choses a project that makes an impact in the community. This year, after receiving RFPs…

Mashburn begins construction on first 5-story tilt up building in South Carolina

February 6, 2019

On Wednesday, February 6th, Mashburn Construction announced the construction of the first 5-story tilt up building in South Carolina. HCP, Inc. and its partner, Grand Strand Medical Center (HCA), announced…

Palmetto AgriBusiness Council elects new officers

February 6, 2019

The Palmetto AgriBusiness Council (PABC) announced the election of officers for 2019. Cam Crawford, President and CEO of the Forestry Association of South Carolina, was elected Chairman. Harry L. Ott,…

Ten at the Top announces Board of Director additions

February 6, 2019

Ten at the Top (TATT), a non-profit organization created to foster collaboration and planning in South Carolina’s Upstate region, has announced its new board members for the 2019-2021 term. They…

The 15th Annual Reedy River Duck Derby coming May 4th

February 6, 2019

The Reedy River Duck Derby is back to celebrate the 15th year of the annual fundraiser that sends more than 10,000 yellow rubber ducks over the Reedy River Falls. The…

Columbia Design League hosts rolling tour of growing BullStreet District, Sat. Feb. 9

February 6, 2019

Attendees of “Meet the Designer: BullStreet by Bus” can explore changing grounds and buildings through guided tour on Saturday, Feb. 9. The Columbia Design League, an affiliate group of the…

Village Idiot Pizza introduces “Pizza-gram” package with heart-shaped toppings, candy and old-school valentine

February 6, 2019

Columbia, S.C. hot spot also challenges fans to write love poem to win free Valentine delivery from Jingles the Jester Through Valentine’s Day (Thursday, Feb. 14, 2019) Village Idiot Pizza…

North Carolina Warehousing acquires 10-acre site for development of two industrial spec buildings in Columbia, SC

February 6, 2019

After acquiring a 10-acre land site at Shop Grove Commerce Park in Columbia, SC, North Carolina Warehousing, LLC has awarded CBRE the leasing of 45,000 sq. ft. and 70,000 sq.…

Lexington County announces new Lexington County Fire Service chief

February 6, 2019

The County of Lexington has named Mark A. Davis as the new Lexington County Fire Service fire chief, replacing former Fire Chief Brad Cox, who retired Jan. 25, 2019. Davis…

SC Ports Authority handles record January container volume

February 6, 2019

South Carolina Ports Authority announced the strongest January on record and 12.5 percent fiscal year-over-year growth of container volume. SCPA handled 205,689 twenty-foot equivalent container units (TEUs) last month. Since…