Military museum to admit soldiers in uniform free on graduation Thursdays

February 5, 2018

Starting immediately, U.S. Army recruits in uniform will be admitted free of charge to the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum on graduation Thursdays. “We’ve noticed that on…

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Fourth annual Palmetto Panel educates South Carolina citizens on issues impacting the state and country

February 5, 2018

The Palmetto Panel is a citizen-led annual conference highlighting unique content and innovative solutions to current challenges facing our state. By providing networking and optional training this conference will help…

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Back open with a new look: Richland Library’s Garden Level

February 5, 2018

  The transformation at Richland Library’s Main location (1431 Assembly Street) is nearly complete. Our staff are marking the occasion by inviting the public to a Garden Level Opening Celebration…

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Fourth annual Palmetto Panel educates South Carolina citizens on issues impacting the state and country

February 5, 2018

The Palmetto Panel is a citizen-led annual conference highlighting unique content and innovative solutions to current challenges facing our state. By providing networking and optional training this conference will help…

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Military museum to admit soldiers in uniform free on graduation Thursdays

February 5, 2018

Starting immediately, U.S. Army recruits in uniform will be admitted free of charge to the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum on graduation Thursdays. “We’ve noticed that on…

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NAI Avant closes ±58.61 acre land sale in Blythewood

February 5, 2018

NAI Avant senior broker Bobby Hathaway recently represented the seller, Blythewood Capital LLC, in the sale of ±58.61 acres of land located at 1500 Blythewood Road in Blythewood, SC. The…

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Sharper Development Solutions receives highest sales honor

February 5, 2018

Wiley, the developer of proven workplace assessment-driven solution Everything DiSC®, announced local business Sharper Development Solutions, Inc. as a 2017 Opal award-winning Partner. This recognition commends Sharper Development Solutions, Inc.’s…

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Two Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd shareholders named 2018 Leadership in Law Honorees

February 5, 2018

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd congratulates two of its shareholders on being named to South Carolina Lawyers Weekly’s 2018 Leadership in Law Honoree list. John Tiller and Jay Matthews are among 30…

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Zeus Industrial Products, Inc. expanding its Calhoun County operations

February 4, 2018

Polymer Extrusion Manufacturer Creating More Than 350 New Jobs Zeus Industrial Products, Inc. (Zeus), a leading polymer extrusion manufacturer and material science innovator, is expanding its existing operations in Calhoun…

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Zeus Industrial Products, Inc. expanding its Calhoun County operations

February 4, 2018

Polymer Extrusion Manufacturer Creating More Than 350 New Jobs Zeus Industrial Products, Inc. (Zeus), a leading polymer extrusion manufacturer and material science innovator, is expanding its existing operations in Calhoun…

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Darlington Raceway to improve seating experience with facility enhancement project

February 4, 2018

Several of the track’s grandstands will be renovated in time for the Sept. 1-2 Bojangles’ Southern 500 race weekend Darlington Raceway announced Wednesday that the track will receive a significant investment for…

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Darlington Raceway to improve seating experience with facility enhancement project

February 4, 2018

Several of the track’s grandstands will be renovated in time for the Sept. 1-2 Bojangles’ Southern 500 race weekend Darlington Raceway announced Wednesday that the track will receive a significant investment for…

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Prysmian Group joins U.S. EPA SmartWay® Transport Partnership

February 4, 2018

Prysmian Group, the world leader in the energy and telecom cable and systems industry, announced that it joined the SmartWay® Transport Partnership, an innovative collaboration between the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)…

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Techtronic Industries Power Equipment® introduces reduced CO Portable Generator

February 3, 2018

ANDERSON, SC – Techtronic Industries Power Equipment (TTI) is announcing that it is bringing to market an innovative Reduced CO Emissions Portable Generator powered by the US based–Kohler.  The 7000…

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Techtronic Industries Power Equipment® introduces reduced CO Portable Generator

February 3, 2018

ANDERSON, SC – Techtronic Industries Power Equipment (TTI) is announcing that it is bringing to market an innovative Reduced CO Emissions Portable Generator powered by the US based–Kohler.  The 7000…

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Fisher Phillips Columbia attorney elected president of South Carolina Women Lawyers Association

February 2, 2018

Fisher Phillips announced attorney Sheila Willis has been named president of the South Carolina Women Lawyers Association (SCWLA). Willis was chosen to lead the organization based on her commitment to…

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Richland Library leader chosen to join important conversations on diversity

February 2, 2018

  Melanie Huggins of Richland Library is one of 42 leaders from across the Midlands and surrounding area selected to participate in the Riley Institute at Furman’s Diversity Leaders Initiative…

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S.C. Free Clinic Association holds annual conference

February 2, 2018

Volunteer physicians, other medical professionals gather at Columbia’s Hilton Hotel By W. Thomas Smith Jr.   COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Free Clinic Association (SCFCA) – representing 41 free…

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Yturria named director of RCSD’s public information office

February 2, 2018

By W. Thomas Smith Jr.   COLUMBIA, S.C. – Newly promoted Captain Maria Yturria, Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD), has been named director of the RCSD’s office of public information.…

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Panel explores what’s next for Columbia’s insurance and tech industry

February 2, 2018

What will it take to make Columbia the nation’s top insurance technology destination – a place where companies and employees from around the country want to be and have to…

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SmartStop Asset Management, LLC announces the acquisition of Aspyre at Assembly Station for $64.5 million

February 2, 2018

SmartStop Asset Management, LLC (SmartStop) announced that certain of its affiliates have acquired Aspyre at Assembly Station, a 400-unit, 760-bed student housing community for $64.5 million. The property is within walking…

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Federal Trade Commission grants early termination of antitrust waiting period for proposed Dominion Energy-SCANA combination

February 2, 2018

Dominion Energy, Inc. (NYSE: D), and SCANA Corporation (NYSE: SCG) announced that their proposed combination has cleared a key condition needed for completion. The Federal Trade Commission has granted early…

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Fisher Phillips Columbia attorney elected president of South Carolina Women Lawyers Association

February 2, 2018

Fisher Phillips announced attorney Sheila Willis has been named president of the South Carolina Women Lawyers Association (SCWLA). Willis was chosen to lead the organization based on her commitment to…

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IT-ology aims to grow tech workforce

February 2, 2018

Addressing South Carolina’s information technology “talent gap” is the mission of IT-ology, a Columbia-based nonprofit working to attract, retain and educate citizens about the IT profession. Capital Rotarians were briefed…

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Midlands leaders selected to become Riley Diversity Fellows

February 2, 2018

Forty-two leaders from the Midlands and surrounding area have been selected to participate in the Riley Institute at Furman’s Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI) this spring. “Though we are a diverse…

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Panel explores what’s next for Columbia’s insurance and tech industry

February 2, 2018

What will it take to make Columbia the nation’s top insurance technology destination – a place where companies and employees from around the country want to be and have to…

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Richland Library leader chosen to join important conversations on diversity

February 2, 2018

  Melanie Huggins of Richland Library is one of 42 leaders from across the Midlands and surrounding area selected to participate in the Riley Institute at Furman’s Diversity Leaders Initiative…

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S.C. Free Clinic Association holds annual conference

February 2, 2018

Volunteer physicians, other medical professionals gather at Columbia’s Hilton Hotel By W. Thomas Smith Jr.   COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Free Clinic Association (SCFCA) – representing 41 free…

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Sword Fest at museum to feature lectures, artifacts, live swordplay

February 2, 2018

History will come to swashbuckling, schwinging, clanging life on Saturday, Feb. 10, in Columbia. That’s when Sword Fest, a day-long celebration of the role swords once played in combat, comes…

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Yturria named director of RCSD’s public information office

February 2, 2018

By W. Thomas Smith Jr.   COLUMBIA, S.C. – Newly promoted Captain Maria Yturria, Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD), has been named director of the RCSD’s office of public information.…

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Midlands leaders selected to become Riley Diversity Fellows

February 1, 2018

Forty-two leaders from the Midlands and surrounding area have been selected to participate in the Riley Institute at Furman’s Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI) this spring. “Though we are a diverse…

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IT-ology aims to grow tech workforce

February 1, 2018

Addressing South Carolina’s information technology “talent gap” is the mission of IT-ology, a Columbia-based nonprofit working to attract, retain and educate citizens about the IT profession. Capital Rotarians were briefed…

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Sword Fest at museum to feature lectures, artifacts, live swordplay

February 1, 2018

History will come to swashbuckling, schwinging, clanging life on Saturday, Feb. 10, in Columbia. That’s when Sword Fest, a day-long celebration of the role swords once played in combat, comes…

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Town of Lexington takes over Carolina Water Services I-20 WWTF and customers

February 1, 2018

As of February 1, 2018, the Town of Lexington will begin service to Utilities Inc/Carolina Water Services, Inc. sewer customers currently served by the I-20 Wastewater Treatment Facility. The transition from…

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Colonial Life boosts parental leave, employee pay and community investment

February 1, 2018

Colonial Life is investing millions of dollars in its employees, its infrastructure and its community, including a new paid parental leave benefit for mothers and fathers, increased compensation to a…

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SC State Fair accepting applications for Ride of Your Life Scholarship

February 1, 2018

The South Carolina State Fair is accepting applications for its Ride of your Life Scholarship program. Fifty $6,000 scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors across the state and…

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BHSA welcomes SC Legislators to Myrtle Beach for legislative panel at annual board seminar

February 1, 2018

Members of the SC House of Representatives and the SC Senate were present at the Behavioral Health Services Association of South Carolina (BHSA) Board Seminar held January 26-28, 2018 at…

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BHSA welcomes SC Legislators to Myrtle Beach for legislative panel at annual board seminar

February 1, 2018

Members of the SC House of Representatives and the SC Senate were present at the Behavioral Health Services Association of South Carolina (BHSA) Board Seminar held January 26-28, 2018 at…

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Panel explores what’s next for Columbia’s insurance and tech industry

February 1, 2018

What will it take to make Columbia the nation’s top insurance technology destination – a place where companies and employees from around the country want to be and have to…

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SC Association of Adult and Continuing Education names three award winners from District Five

February 1, 2018

Three individuals representing Lexington-Richland School District Five’s Adult Education program received awards from the South Carolina Association of Adult and Continuing Education organization. Dr. Kathie Greer, District Five’s Director of…

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Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions

February 1, 2018

The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee Seeking one (1) Applicant from the Hospitality industry; one…

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City of Columbia Public Life Public Space Survey

February 1, 2018

The City of Columbia is seeking volunteers on March 22nd and March 24th to help conduct our third annual Public Space Public Life Survey throughout downtown Columbia.  Tracking how we use our…

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Emily Mills represented the seller in the sale of 10,174 SF of office space in Mount Pleasant

February 1, 2018

Lee & Associates Charleston’s Emily Mills represented the seller, Seascape Vacations, LLC in the sale of 10,174 of office space located at 1439 Stuart Engals Blvd in Mount Pleasant, SC 29464. The…

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Broad Insights adds Tim Joiner as fractional CMO

February 1, 2018

Tim Joiner has joined Broad Insights, a business strategy and coaching company, as fractional Chief Marketing Officer. Fractional CMOs are a growing trend for mid-sized companies that want someone on…

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NAI Avant facilitates Main Street Columbia office lease

February 1, 2018

NAI Avant announced the lease transaction of ±3,151 square feet (SF) of office space at 1201 Main Street. Holder, Padgett, Littlejohn & Pricket, LLC will occupy the space, represented by…

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City Manager Spotlight – February 2018

January 31, 2018

By Teresa Wilson   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…

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Net income grows 31.1 percent at South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc.

January 31, 2018

South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc., parent of South Atlantic Bank, reported net income of $3,414,260 for the year ended December 31, 2017, compared to $2,603,928 for the same period a year…

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H.4375 passes the SC House of Representatives with a vote of 119 to 1

January 31, 2018

The SC House of Representatives voted to pass bill H.4375, the Utility Ratepayer Protection Package. The purpose of the bill is to provide: for the manner in which and procedures…

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H.4375 passes the SC House of Representatives with a vote of 119 to 1

January 31, 2018

The SC House of Representatives voted to pass bill H.4375, the Utility Ratepayer Protection Package. The purpose of the bill is to provide: for the manner in which and procedures…

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Business community responds to House passage of H.4375

January 31, 2018

The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce issued the below statements following today’s House passage of H.4375 regarding the Utility Ratepayer Protection Package: “We appreciate the House’s efforts to address the…

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