EngenuitySC’s 2018 Midlands Regional Competitiveness report identifies areas of growth/opportunity in economic competitiveness

January 29, 2019

  Mayor Benjamin Announces Results of Report; Midlands Business Leadership Group Announces Coordinating Council On Monday, Jan. 28 at 4 p.m. at the Columbia Museum of Art in Columbia, S.C.,…

Eric H. Philpot named America’s Top 100 Attorneys® for Lifetime Achievement

January 29, 2019

The Philpot Law Firm announced that Eric H. Philpot has been recognized as an esteemed and skilled attorney in South Carolina and has been welcomed into America’s Top 100 Attorneys®…

Historic Columbia is now accepting nominations for the 2019 Preservation Awards

January 29, 2019

Historic Columbia is now accepting nominations for its 2019 Preservation Awards. The deadline for nominations is Monday, Feb. 11. Help Historic Columbia recognize the commendable efforts of citizens of Columbia…

Make-A-Wish® South Carolina announces CEO Succession Plan

January 29, 2019

Make-A-Wish South Carolina announced that William Tiller, president and CEO, will depart the organization this month after a successful 5-year career helping to drive the organization’s overall strategy and vision.…

NAI Columbia facilitates ±4,247 square foot office sale in Lexington

January 29, 2019

NAI Columbia is pleased to announce the sale of a ±4,247 square feet office building located at 247 Columbia Avenue in Lexington, SC. Broker John Gregory and senior broker Peyton…

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society® announces Midlands South Carolina Student(s) of the Year Campaign Launch

January 29, 2019

  Candidates for Students of the Year sign up for a fierce seven-week fundraising competition, for which they appeal to family and friends to raise critical funds, which LLS deploys…

Thousands expected to attend sixth annual girl-empowerment conference – March 30

January 29, 2019

Nationally recognized speakers and entertainers in-store for event North Charleston, SC  – Youth Empowerment Services, Inc. (Y.E.S.) is hosting the sixth annual Dream Girls Conference, its largest event of the…

2019 MGC Long Run to take place on Feb. 2

January 28, 2019

The MGC Long Run returns to Columbia, SC on Saturday, February 2. The MGC Long Run joins forces with the USO South Carolina for a fifth year, helping support our…

Historic Columbia is now accepting nominations for the 2019 Preservation Awards

January 28, 2019

Historic Columbia is now accepting nominations for its 2019 Preservation Awards. The deadline for nominations is Monday, Feb. 11. Help Historic Columbia recognize the commendable efforts of citizens of Columbia…

President-elect Hsu receives enthusiastic welcome on CofC campus

January 28, 2019

The College of Charleston community packed Alumni Hall on Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2019, to welcome President-elect Andrew T. Hsu and his family to campus for the first time since he was named…

Top Grossing Movies – January 28, 2019

January 28, 2019

Theatrical grosses from comScore   Week of 01/25/2019 to 01/31/2019 Rank Title Rating Distributor Weeks Weekend Locs Weekend Gross Cumulative 1 Glass PG13 Universal 2 3,844  $18,884,440  $73,425,575 2 The…

Colonial Life celebrates King’s legacy through volunteerism

January 28, 2019

More than 60 employees took time out of their work week to strengthen the community.  Colonial Life employees honored the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by participating in…

Special exhibit arrives in Richland County during Black History Month

January 28, 2019

Recognizing the works of outstanding African American illustrators, a special, timely exhibit is arriving in Richland County during Black History Month. Richland Library is partnering with the Columbia Museum of…

Richland County Bar Association announces 2019 Leadership

January 28, 2019

  The Richland County Bar Association (RCBA) has announced its new leadership for 2019 following formal confirmation at the association’s December 2018 meeting. The RCBA is one of the largest…

Southeastern Freight Lines serves 3,617 hours in 2018

January 28, 2019

Southeastern Freight Lines, the leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, announced its participation in 3,617 total hours of community service, completing 90 projects, in 2018 as part of…

Local group to produce Scottish Heritage Film

January 28, 2019

A local film crew is heading to Scotland for the upcoming Scotland USA Film Project. This unique endeavor is a collaborative effort put together by Matt Morgan, Grey Thompson, Silas…

Mary Caskey earns certification as a Bankruptcy and Debtor-Creditor law specialist

January 28, 2019

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd is pleased to announce that Mary Caskey has received her certification in Bankruptcy and Debtor-Creditor Law by the South Carolina Supreme Court. As the leader of the…

BASF invests in production of pearlizers and opacifiers in South Carolina

January 28, 2019

BASF is investing in its operations in Mauldin, South Carolina to enable production of pearlizers and opacifiers used in cosmetic products. Start-up of the new production line is planned for…

NP Strategy expands leadership team

January 28, 2019

NP Strategy, a strategic communications firm with offices in North and South Carolina, will expand its leadership team to meet the aggressive growth of the public relations agency. In the…

Richland County Bar Association announces 2019 Leadership

January 28, 2019

  The Richland County Bar Association (RCBA) has announced its new leadership for 2019 following formal confirmation at the association’s December 2018 meeting. The RCBA is one of the largest…

Southeastern Freight Lines serves 3,617 hours in 2018

January 28, 2019

Southeastern Freight Lines, the leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, today announced its participation in 3,617 total hours of community service, completing 90 projects, in 2018 as part…

Special exhibit arrives in Richland County during Black History Month

January 28, 2019

Recognizing the works of outstanding African American illustrators, a special, timely exhibit is arriving in Richland County during Black History Month. Richland Library is partnering with the Columbia Museum of…

Colliers International and LCK announce 2018 award winners

January 25, 2019

Colliers International | South Carolina and its project management partner, LCK, annually award and recognize specialists and support professionals who exceed expectations within the company and the communities in which…

Upcoming news from The Citadel: Black History Month and February 2019 happenings

January 25, 2019

MLK Picture Awards 2019 to honor Citadel community leader, Dr. Conway Saylor Jan. 29 1 p.m. Charleston Music Hall The 2019 MLK Picture Awards, hosted by Rep. Wendell Gilliard, will…

Mary Caskey earns certification as a Bankruptcy and Debtor-Creditor Law specialist

January 25, 2019

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd is pleased to announce that Mary Caskey has received her certification in Bankruptcy and Debtor-Creditor Law by the South Carolina Supreme Court. As the leader of the…

Get to Know 2018-2019 Richland Library Board of Trustees

January 25, 2019

Four, new faces are serving on the Richland Library Board of Trustees. We’re proud to announce the following appointments for 2018-2019: Jennifer Ford works as a privacy officer in the…

CSMS a finalist for Capturing Kids’ Hearts showcase award

January 25, 2019

An initiative implemented at Carolina Springs Middle three years ago landed the school a nomination for a national honor. The Flippen Group selected CSMS as a finalist for a 2018–2019…

Greenville Country Club to host Morgan Lucas Junior Golf Championship – February 24

January 25, 2019

Greenville Country Club (GCC) is set to host the Morgan Lucas Junior Championship at its award-winning Chanticleer golf course on Saturday, February 23 and Sunday, February 24, 2019. The Morgan…

Burnt Church Distillery launching Beaufort County operations

January 25, 2019

$7.7 million investment to open production facility Burnt Church Distillery, a locally-run distillery based out of Bluffton, S.C., is launching new operations in Beaufort County. The company’s $7.7 million investment…

Elections, new appointments to S.C. Floodwater Commission

January 25, 2019

Connor named chair of the Commission’s National Security Task Force By W. Thomas Smith Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – Col. Bill Connor was unanimously elected chairman of the National Security Task…

Local church presents check to Richland County Sheriff’s Foundation

January 25, 2019

By W. Thomas Smith, Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – Members of the Korean Community Presbyterian Church in downtown Columbia presented Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott with a check in the amount…

CSMS a finalist for Capturing Kids’ Hearts showcase award

January 25, 2019

An initiative implemented at Carolina Springs Middle three years ago landed the school a nomination for a national honor. The Flippen Group selected CSMS as a finalist for a 2018–2019…

Elections, new appointments to S.C. Floodwater Commission

January 25, 2019

Connor named chair of the Commission’s National Security Task Force By W. Thomas Smith Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – Col. Bill Connor was unanimously elected chairman of the National Security Task…

Get to Know 2018-2019 Richland Library Board of Trustees

January 25, 2019

Four, new faces are serving on the Richland Library Board of Trustees. We’re proud to announce the following appointments for 2018-2019: Jennifer Ford works as a privacy officer in the…

Local church presents check to Richland County Sheriff’s Foundation

January 25, 2019

By W. Thomas Smith, Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – Members of the Korean Community Presbyterian Church in downtown Columbia presented Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott with a check in the amount…

Mary Caskey Earns Certification as a Bankruptcy and Debtor-Creditor Law Specialist

January 25, 2019

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd announced that Mary Caskey has received her certification in Bankruptcy and Debtor-Creditor Law by the South Carolina Supreme Court. As the leader of the firm’s Recovery practice…

Colliers International announces 2018 Top Producers, Walter M. Keenan Award Recipient and Transaction of the Year

January 24, 2019

Colliers International | South Carolina announced the commercial real estate firm’s brokerage awards for 2018. The top 10 brokerage associates across the state were honored as Top Producers, along with…

Sword Fest features lectures and live swordplay, from East and West

January 24, 2019

East is East and West is West, but the twain will meet on Saturday, Feb. 9, accompanied by the clanging of swords. That’s when Sword Fest returns to the South…

SCNSC welcomes Todd Buehrig as its next Executive Director

January 24, 2019

The Southeastern Chapter National Safety Council (SCNSC) Board of Directors announced the selection of Todd Buehrig as Executive Director. Todd has led SCNSC’s growth and expansion in South Carolina and…

MGES Principal Fralick to retire

January 24, 2019

Lexington County School District One Superintendent Greg Little, Ed.D., announces that Cheryl H. Fralick, principal of Meadow Glen Elementary School, plans to retire effective July 1, 2019. Of her retirement he…

Sonoco again leads Fortune’s Most Admired Companies, packaging sector

January 24, 2019

For the second consecutive year, Sonoco, one of the largest global diversified packaging companies, has been selected for Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies in the packaging/containers sector, and named first…

S.C. Phil offers free tickets to furloughed Federal Employees for Symphonie Fantastique!

January 24, 2019

The South Carolina Philharmonic presents the 4th concert of the 2018/2019 Masterworks Series Saturday, February 9, featuring pieces by Berlioz, Bizet and Tomasi. Federal employees will receive a complimentary pair…

Transformative education legislation filed on January 24, 2019

January 24, 2019

Three bills filed today to modernize education system with a focus on students and teachers. House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) issued the following statement today: “It is time for transformative…

Statement from State Superintendent Molly Spearman on House Bill 3759

January 24, 2019

State Superintendent Molly Spearman today released the following statement on the filing of House Bill 3759, the “South Carolina Career Opportunity and Access for All Act”: . “As a proud South…

SC Chamber of Commerce weighs in on comprehensive education reform bill

January 24, 2019

SC Chamber of Commerce leaders released the following statements on the unveiling of SC House Speaker Jay Lucas’ comprehensive education reform bill, H.3759. “The state’s business community appreciates Speaker Lucas’…

Brett Bayne receives the South Carolina Bar Trial and Appellate Advocacy Award

January 24, 2019

McAngus Goudelock & Courie, a regional insurance defense firm, announced Brett Bayne as the recipient of the South Carolina Bar Trial and Appellate Advocacy Award. This award is given to…

The Harvey Hubbell Foundation donates $25,000 to Make-A-Wish® South Carolina

January 24, 2019

  Make-A-Wish® South Carolina is honored to be the chosen recipient of a major gift from The Harvey Hubbell Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Hubbell, Inc., parent company of Greenville-based…

Advancements in colon cancer treatment pioneered by College of Pharmacy faculty member & researcher Dr. Igor Roninson & his research team

January 24, 2019

Research team includes University students, in Columbia A promising new class of drugs for the treatment of colon cancer is emerging, due to research and work done at the University…

Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. welcomes new members to its Board of Directors

January 24, 2019

The Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. (MIRCI), a nonprofit, established in 1960, has elected three new Directors to the Board for 2019-2021. Shayla Merritt, Associate/Marketing and Communications Manager for Stevens…

State of the State Address – January 2019

January 24, 2019

As Prepared for Delivery Wednesday, January 23, 2019 The State House, Columbia Ladies and gentlemen, I thank you all for being here tonight, those in this magnificent building as well…