Google publishes “Local Year in Search 2023” for South Carolina

December 12, 2023

Google released its 23rd annual Year in Search, offering insight into who and what people cared about this year across the globe, including trending topics right here in South Carolina.…

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Call for applications: Riggs Partners’ CreateAthon 2024 offers pro bono marketing to nonprofits

December 12, 2023

Riggs Partners will hold its 26th annual CreateAthon event to benefit Midlands- and Upstate-area nonprofits on March 7-8, 2024. CreateAthon is a 24-hour creative marathon during which professionals provide marketing…

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Applications for 4K Child Development in Richland Two will be available in February

December 12, 2023

Parents seeking to enroll their children in the Richland School District Two Center for Child Development should start preparing now. Applications for the Center for Child Development will be available…

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New board members elected, community supporters honored at Senior Resources’ Annual Award Celebration

December 12, 2023

Senior Resources, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting independent living for seniors in Columbia, celebrated the achievements of the past year, introduced new board members, and honored outstanding community partners…

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Newberry College honors largest-ever fall graduating class

December 12, 2023

“The table is set. It is time for you to take a seat at that table so that you can eat, and so that you can leave no crumbs,” said…

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Palmetto Citizens names new chief revenue officer

December 12, 2023

Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union announced Carol Addy as their new chief revenue officer (CRO). As CRO, she will oversee their mortgage, commercial lending, and wealth management divisions. Addy brings…

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Entrepreneur Minute – Kelsey Carter, Camp Cole

December 12, 2023

The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…

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Midlands leaders selected for Liberty Fellowship Class of 2025

December 12, 2023

Two Midlands leaders have been selected for Liberty Fellowship’s Class of 2025. The Fellowship brings together a small group of established leaders with a wide range of thought, professions, geographic…

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Fairfield school leader named SC Secondary Principal of the Year

December 12, 2023

The South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA) has named Dr. Tracie Swilley the 2024 South Carolina Secondary Principal of the Year. Dr. Swilley is principal of Fairfield Central High…

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USDA-funded projects create economic opportunity in underserved rural South Carolina communities

December 12, 2023

Announcement Also Includes Unveiling of New Resources to Ensure Access to Federal Programs U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development South Carolina State Director Dr. Saundra Glover today announced over $587,000…

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Dominion Energy begins restoration work at Lake Murray dam

December 12, 2023

Recreational areas to remain open, parking reduced   As part of a multi-year restoration project along the Lake Murray dam, Dominion Energy will begin work to extend operations of critical…

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South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association recognized with award for outstanding marketing campaign

December 12, 2023

The Council of State Restaurant Associations (CSRA) announced the recipients of this year’s CSRA Awards Program. Four state associations, including the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA), were honored…

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Origin launches “Home for the Holidays” campaign providing foreclosure counseling & support services for South Carolinians

December 12, 2023

“Origin SC is changing lives and giving hope… and I wouldn’t have been able to do this without your help.” – Ashley D, Former Client   Origin SC, a leading state-wide…

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New hospital industrial maintenance youth apprenticeship launching in the Pee Dee thanks to a $25,000 Power:Ed grant to Big Picture Learning

December 11, 2023

Big Picture Learning (BPL), has been awarded a $25,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support the creation of a hospital industrial maintenance youth apprenticeship…

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Sarah Kenefsky joins C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS

December 11, 2023

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Sarah Kenefsky has joined the company as a sales associate. With over 20 years of calling the Upstate home, Sarah’s journey…

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Marketing Minute Video: The Importance of Consistency

December 11, 2023

  Marketing Minute by Lee Bonner, NP Strategy Consistency is the backbone of public relations. This week’s video underscores the significance of consistency in brand development and provides a few…

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School District Five digital integration specialist honored by SC Farm Bureau

December 11, 2023

A Lexington-Richland School District Five digital integration specialist has been selected to receive the 2023 Betty J. DeWitt Outstanding Educator Award from SC Farm Bureau. Heather Reitenga received the award…

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Tri County Play Collaborative selected to participate in national Nature Everywhere Communities initiative

December 10, 2023

Goal is to increase equitable access to nature The Children & Nature Network, the National League of Cities and KABOOM! have partnered to launch a new initiative designed to increase…

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Infinity Marketing celebrates 30 years in business

December 10, 2023

Infinity Marketing, an award-winning integrated marketing agency established in 1993, is turning 30 this fall, and no one is prouder than Tony Williams, who has taken the occasion as an…

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The Big Red Barn Retreat receives $175,000 gift from Unum Group

December 10, 2023

Gift will support alternative treatment programs for veterans, active-duty service members and first responders The Big Red Barn Retreat will use a $175,000 gift from Unum Group in celebration of…

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Sheriff Lott, deputies, and the Grinch ring bells for the Salvation Army

December 8, 2023

Record-setting Sheriff’s Department welcomes holiday shoppers in northeast Columbia By W. Thomas Smith Jr. FOR THE THIRD YEAR IN A ROW, Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott and deputies with the…

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ILIH’s Spence Taylor named Health Care Hero

December 8, 2023

Dr. Spence Taylor, M.D, the CEO OF Integral Leaders in Health, has been honored as a Health Care Hero, recognizing his decades of work in changing the medical care environment…

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MTC students, faculty, staff, and alumni Invited to audition for Annual Talent Show

December 8, 2023

Open auditions for the MTC Showoff are set for January 23rd. Students, Faculty, Staff, and Alumni who have a special talent could win $1000 as the “Biggest Showoff.” At open…

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South Carolina two-star addresses retiring U.S. military special operators

December 8, 2023

Event held on Pearl Harbor Day at Fort Bragg (today Fort Liberty), N.C. Maj. Gen. Tom Mullikin, PhD, delivered the keynote address to the HONOR FOUNDATION GROUP recognizing and celebrating…

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YWCA Greater Charleston announces 2024 MLK Celebration keynote speakers

December 8, 2023

Beginning on January 11, 2024, South Carolinians will come together to celebrate Charleston’s 52nd Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration. Put on by YWCA Greater Charleston each year,…

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Steve Howard joins First Reliance Bank

December 7, 2023

Steve Howard has joined First Reliance Bank as Market President for the Lake Norman/Charlotte Market where he will be responsible for the strategic market expansion of the bank’s footprint. As…

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Christmas card syndrome

December 7, 2023

By Jeff Becraft   This was actually first put out there in 2020… but I have come across several people who are really down, discouraged and lonely… so I would like…

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Santa, Richland County EMS deliver toys to benefit Richland County CASA

December 7, 2023

Community donations will go to children in need ahead of holidays One of the area’s happiest holiday traditions continued Wednesday, as Richland County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) staff delivered toys,…

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A Secret Agent’s Sidearm

December 7, 2023

The good, the bad, the ugly, and the utterly fascinating By W. Thomas Smith Jr. For years I’ve wanted a Walther PPK pistol; much like my dad always wanted a…

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MD Care Group, ARCpoint join forces to provide fast testing, treatment of viral ailments

December 7, 2023

Two Greenville-based companies are coming together to make it easier, faster and less expensive for patients to receive medical treatment for some potentially life-threatening ailments. MD Care Group, LLC, which…

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Kelly Morrow elected to board of S.C. Workers’ Compensation Educational Association

December 7, 2023

Kelly Morrow, a workers’ compensation attorney with Robinson Gray, was voted onto the board of the S.C. Workers’ Compensation Educational Association at the organization’s recent Educational Conference. Her term starts…

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Andrews receives Richland Bar Civic Star Award

December 7, 2023

Stuart Andrews, an attorney at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel, received the Civic Star Award from the Richland County Bar Association. The annual honor recognizes exceptional and meritorious community service. Andrews…

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Stamato joins Morton & Gettys

December 7, 2023

Mary Stamato, a skilled attorney with experience representing clients in York, Union and Lancaster Counties, has joined Morton & Gettys as an associate. She will focus her practice on civil…

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Generous donation from former professor creates Lipovsky Family Clinical Counseling Scholarship at The Citadel

December 7, 2023

A former Citadel professor is giving back to the school by establishing a scholarship for psychology students in The Citadel Graduate College. Julie Lipovsky, Ph.D., ABPP, a retired faculty member…

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Darius Starks ’16 to debut at Newberry Opera House

December 7, 2023

Darius Starks, a 2016 Newberry College graduate, has been playing saxophone since the age of 10. Nineteen years later, and seven after earning his music degree, he is coming home…

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Lexington County Council recognizes Midlands Technical College President

December 7, 2023

Midlands Technical College (MTC) President Dr. Ronald L. Rhames was honored during the Lexington County Council’s December 6 meeting. A resolution was presented to Dr. Rhames for being “a driving…

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Homeless No More to hold Holiday Shop for families on December 11th

December 7, 2023

Homeless No More will hold its annual Holiday Shop for the homeless families with children at Family Shelter and St. Lawrence Place on Monday, December 11th. The Holiday Shop gives…

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Scout Motors appoints Chief Technical Officer

December 7, 2023

Dr. Burkhard Huhnke, a leading voice in the EV industry, will shape and lead Scout Motors’ vehicle engineering strategy and team Scout Motors Inc. (“Scout Motors”), formed to craft the…

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NAI Columbia’s Bobby Balboni, CCIM and Patrick Palmer, CCIM execute sale of prime development site

December 7, 2023

NAI Columbia announced the facilitation of the sale of a large parcel of undeveloped land at 310 Killian Road by Bobby Balboni, CCIM, and Patrick Palmer, CCIM. Less than eight…

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SAFE Federal Credit Union Vice President of Branch Operations honored as Professional of the Year

December 7, 2023

SAFE Federal Credit Union’s Vice President of Branch Operations, Brandon Oliver, was named 2023 Professional of the Year by the Credit Union National Association (CUNA) Operations and Member Experience Council.…

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SCETV now available to Hulu + Live TV subscribers

December 7, 2023

South Carolina ETV (SCETV) is now live streaming on Hulu + Live TV, one of the nation’s largest streaming services for live television with more than 4.5 million subscribers. Hulu…

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NAI Columbia’s Jeff Hein, SIOR and Will DuPree facilitate Parklane Partners, LLC’s acquisition of 7909 on Parklane, assume leasing responsibilities

December 7, 2023

NAI Columbia brokers Jeff Hein, SIOR and Will DuPree represented Parklane Partners, LLC in the purchase of 7909 Parklane Road. Hein and DuPree will represent Parklane Partners in the leasing…

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Your Special Tree

December 6, 2023
Tom Poland

By Tom Poland   The Work Behind It When I was a boy, come Thanksgiving, we observed a tradition that’s decidedly different today. Dad would mix some two-cycle gas, sharpen…

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NAI Columbia’s Jeff Hein, SIOR and Will DuPree facilitate Parklane Partners, LLC’s acquisition of 7909 on Parklane, assume leasing responsibilities

December 6, 2023

NAI Columbia brokers Jeff Hein, SIOR and Will DuPree represented Parklane Partners, LLC in the purchase of 7909 Parklane Road. Hein and DuPree will represent Parklane Partners in the leasing…

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Columbia Museum of Art ~ January 2024 program calendar

December 6, 2023

Columbia Museum of Art January 2024 Calendar EXHIBITIONS Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous On view through January 21, 2024 Rendez-Vous offers a rare glimpse into the life and…

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LaTonya Fleming joins Fatherhood Center as Program Manager

December 6, 2023

The South Carolina Center for Fathers and Families announced that LaTonya Fleming has been hired as the new Program Manager for Ready 4 Life, an educational program reaching youth in…

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Trinity Partners announces the sale of historic landmark at 1430 Richland Street

December 6, 2023

Trinity Partners’ Bruce Greenberg represented the buyer in the sale of 1430 Richland Street in Columbia, SC. The 4,200 square foot historic property, known as the Orchard House, is named…

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Texas Based company acquires Sloan Appliance Service in Cayce

December 6, 2023

Sunbelt Business Brokers is proud to announce the sale of Sloan Appliance Carolinas, Inc., operating as Sloan Appliance Service, based in Cayce, South Carolina to D3S Service LLC of Houston,…

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SC Economics names new Executive Director

December 6, 2023

The South Carolina Council on Economic Education (dba SC Economics) has appointed Chandler Jordan as its new Executive Director. Chandler, who currently serves as the Program Director for SC Economics,…

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McCormick County 250 Project

December 5, 2023

We will soon commemorate the 250th Anniversary of America!! What an exciting time! South Carolina played a tremendous role in the American Revolution. As part of a larger South Carolina…

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