22 School District Five students recognized in Duke TIP, 2 receive grand recognition

June 21, 2018

Twenty-two seventh-graders from Lexington-Richland School District Five have been recognized by the Duke University Talent Identification Program (Duke TIP) for their exceptional scores on the ACT or SAT, and two…

Rick Farmer of Newberry County named SCEDA Local Developer of the Year

June 21, 2018

The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) awarded Director of Newberry County Economic Development Rick Farmer the Local Developer of the Year award during the 2018 SCEDA Annual Conference, held…

Plogging and pints with PalmettoPride

June 21, 2018

Plogging (noun) – picking up litter while jogging. The latest environmental and health trend combines improving your community and your health at the same time. Join PalmettoPride at Columbia Craft…

Bank of America supports Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina in the Midlands and Low Country

June 21, 2018

The Bank of America Foundation has  made a $15,000 grant to Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina to support their programs in the areas of financial literacy, workforce readiness, and…

A Child’s Haven celebrates the Grand Opening of Parent-Child Interaction Garden

June 21, 2018

A Child’s Haven celebrated the Grand Opening of The Joy in Childhood Foundation Parent-Child Interaction Garden with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, June 1, 2018. Our garden project incorporates…

Moore Beauston & Woodham L.L.P. announce promotion of Kevin Caskey

June 21, 2018

Moore Beauston & Woodham L.L.P., a full service accounting and consulting firm with offices in Charleston, West Columbia, Greenville and Hartsville announce that:   Kevin M. Caskey, CPA has been…

Capital Rotary installs 2018-2019 leadership

June 21, 2018

New 2018-2019 officers and directors for Capital Rotary were sworn into office on June 20 at an assembly to review club accomplishments since last July.   Pictured are (from left)…

Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A. named to 2018 list of Best Places to Work in South Carolina

June 21, 2018

Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A. (“BPS”) is named one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina for the third consecutive year. This thirteenth annual program was created by…

Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A. named to 2018 list of Best Places to Work in South Carolina

June 21, 2018

Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A. (“BPS”) is named one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina for the third consecutive year. This thirteenth annual program was created by…

Capital Rotary installs 2018-2019 leadership

June 21, 2018

New 2018-2019 officers and directors for Capital Rotary were sworn into office on June 20 at an assembly to review club accomplishments since last July.   Pictured are (from left)…

LRADAC receives 3-year $150,000 CARA grant to address local drug crises

June 21, 2018

LRADAC, in collaboration with Lexington County School District One, received a competitive federal grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA) to focus on the prevention of prescription…

2018 Rotarian of the Year recognized

June 21, 2018

Outgoing Capital Rotary Club president Blake DuBose presents the 2018 Rotarian of the Year plaque to public relations chair Pete Pillow (left) in recognition of his dedicated service and loyal…

SC Commerce Director Bobby Hitt receives SCEDA Distinguished Service Award

June 20, 2018

The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) awarded South Carolina Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt with its Distinguished Service Award during the 2018 SCEDA Annual Conference held in May at…

PurePower Technologies® launches 6.6L diesel turbo for the aftermarket

June 20, 2018

PurePower Technologies®, a leader in engineering and remanufacturing of air and fuel management components for OEMs and the aftermarket, has launched a 6.6L diesel turbo designed specifically for the aftermarket.…

SIOS Technology opens R&D facility at University of South Carolina to advance artificial intelligence and application availability technologies through collaboration with faculty and students

June 20, 2018

SIOS Technology Corp., the industry pioneer in the application of artificial intelligence (AI) to help enterprises lower costs and ensure resilience of their critical information technology infrastructures, today announced the opening…

13th Annual National Dump the pump day to be held on June 21 Dump the Pump. Ride public transit.

June 20, 2018

The COMET will join with other public transportation systems nationwide to participate in the 13th annual National Dump the Pump Day on Thursday, June 21.  The COMET bus system will also be FREE all…

School District Five graduate inducted into James Francis Byrnes Society of Student Leaders

June 20, 2018

Irmo High School graduate Callie Farrell is one of four students to be inducted into the James Francis Byrnes Society of Student Leaders. Students who are nominated for the society…

“Amplify: A Cultural Plan for the Columbia Area” to host town hall meeting and seeks public input on planning process early findings

June 20, 2018

One Columbia for Arts & History, which advises, amplifies and advocates for the unified arts and history community, announces that, as a part of“Amplify: A Cultural Plan for the Columbia…

The City of Columbia invites YOU to participate in Columbia’s 4th Annual Park(ing) Day!

June 20, 2018

PARK(ing) Day is an annual open-source global event where citizens, artists and activists collaborate to temporarily transform metered parking spaces into “PARK(ing)” spaces: temporary public places. The mission of PARK(ing) Day…

Senate passes Defense Authorization bill includes key South Carolina and national security priorities

June 20, 2018

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) voted in favor of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019(FY19 NDAA), which included several priorities for South Carolina and…

United Community Banks, Inc. appoints two new board members, Lance F. Drummond and Jennifer Mann

June 20, 2018

United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ:UCBI) (“United”) announced today that its Board of Directors has appointed Lance F. Drummond and Jennifer Mann to serve as Board members, effective immediately. Mr. Drummond…

Six-Day Institute at Midlands Technical College gives high-school professionals new insights into STEM education

June 20, 2018

This month, Midlands Technical College (MTC) hosted a six-day summer institute for faculty and staff from high schools across the Midlands. The STEM Career Pathways 101 institute was a highly…

Epworth Ice Cream now available

June 20, 2018

Epworth Ice Cream has announced that it will now be available at area churches through special events and locally owned retailers. One hundred percent of all profits will benefit Epworth…

Eric Quave-Robinson joins Coldwell Banker in Columbia area

June 20, 2018

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage welcomes Eric Quave-Robinson as a residential sales agent in its Blythewood office. Eric has previously worked in commercial and residential inspections and construction. He is set…

2018 Rotarian of the Year recognized

June 20, 2018

Outgoing Capital Rotary Club president Blake DuBose presents the 2018 Rotarian of the Year plaque to public relations chair Pete Pillow (left) in recognition of his dedicated service and loyal…

ACL Airshop announces new Greenville County operations

June 20, 2018

Company to Make $7.2 Million Investment in New Air Cargo Products Factory ACL Airshop, a global leader in custom unit load device (ULD) solutions, announced plans to construct a new…

Drive revenue through marketing data

June 20, 2018

On Monday, June 25, Ray Owens, CEO of award-winning insights firm DXM, will be a featured speaker at the Oracle Global Leaders Conference in Seattle. His presentation, “Monetizing Marketing Data,”…

Monti, Inc. expanding Greenwood County manufacturing operations

June 20, 2018

Electrical Industry Supplier Investing $2.7 Million in Facility Expansion Monti, Inc., a leading industrial manufacturer, fabricator and specialized processor of electrical distribution components, today announced plans to expand its existing…

Bite Squad adds 30+ new restaurants to area delivery lineup

June 20, 2018

A wide variety of local restaurants have recently joined the third-party delivery platform. Bite Squad, the Minneapolis-based food delivery service, has added over 30 new restaurant partners in the Columbia,…

Columbia Chamber graduates 51 Midlands leaders

June 20, 2018

On Thursday, June 14, 2018 at the 701 Whaley, the Columbia Chamber and the Leadership Columbia Advisory Board (LCAB) honored 55 graduates of the Leadership Columbia program. The Class of…

CSD leases remaining space at Innovation Center office building

June 20, 2018

Holder Properties, a leading real estate development company, announced the addition of Communication Service for the Deaf (CSD) to Innovation Center, located in the Innovation research district in Downtown Columbia…

Richland County receives national honor for community development programs

June 20, 2018

Richland County Community Development is once again the recipient of a national award for showcasing the many resources it provides to residents through federal funding. The John A. Sasso Award…

Gov. Henry McMaster announces Opioid Emergency Response Plan

June 20, 2018

Organizations Will Use Plan to Combat Opioid Crisis as One Team​ Governor Henry McMaster today announced the South Carolina Opioid Emergency Response Plan, which details strategy and guidance developed to support…

Lucy Buffett’s LuLu’s to open in Barefoot Landing

June 20, 2018

LuLu’s by Lucy Buffett opened in Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach, S.C. on June 9. In addition to the full-service 450-seat restaurant and outdoor dining areas, LuLu’s features live…

Multiple Listing Service of Hilton Head Island’s Member Services Associate completes Supra Certification

June 20, 2018

Multiple Listing Service of Hilton Head Island (HHIMLS) Member Services Associate Phillip Kent recently became one of the only multiple listing service staff members in South Carolina to obtain Supra…

North Myrtle Beach’s only waterway shopping, dining and entertainment complex, Barefoot Landing, features free family style entertainment throughout the summer season

June 20, 2018

Barefoot Landing, North Myrtle Beach’s waterway center, featuring a wide variety of specialty shops, restaurants and entertainment, presents SummerFest! through September 1. This year’s summer-long event showcases a new musical…

Summer Nights, free nightly entertainment series returns to Broadway at the Beach this summer

June 20, 2018

Myrtle Beach’s most visited attraction, Broadway at the Beach, will feature Summer Nights through September 2. This free, nightly entertainment series offers live musical performances, street performers, character appearances and…

Choice Hotels to develop two new Cambria Hotels in growing South Carolina markets

June 20, 2018

Choice Hotels International, Inc. has signed two agreements with Four Raines, LLC to develop Cambria hotels in Greenville and Summerville, S.C., both rapidly growing business regions. The Cambria Hotel Greenville and the Cambria Hotel…

Central Carolina Community Foundation will move office to BullStreet District in Fall 2018

June 20, 2018

Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ expert on philanthropy, will move in late Fall 2018 to a new, light-filled office in the First Base Building in the BullStreet District in…

City of Columbia to be recognized as 2018 all-American city finalist

June 20, 2018

The City of Columbia will be among 20 finalists that will conduct presentations this week as a part of the All-America City designation process. The All-America City Awards is the…

City of Columbia to host #LoveColumbia photo challenge

June 20, 2018

The #LoveColumbia Photo Challenge is a City initiative that encourages citizens of Columbia to submit photos via social media of the images they love in the city. The City of…

Palmetto Heart Camden opens its doors June 20

June 20, 2018

Camden residents and others in surrounding communities have a new choice for cardiac care when Palmetto Heart Camden opens its doors Wednesday, June 20. The Palmetto Heath-USC Medical Group practice…

Shelley Magee receives Pat Martin Excellence in District Leadership Award from the American Advertising Federation

June 20, 2018

Shelley Magee, Sales Manager for ABC Columbia was awarded the Pat Martin Excellence in District Leadership Award from the American Advertising Federation on June 8 at their annual conference in…

Central Carolina Community Foundation will move office to BullStreet District in Fall 2018

June 20, 2018

Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ expert on philanthropy, will move in late Fall 2018 to a new, light-filled office in the First Base Building in the BullStreet District in…

Shelley Magee receives Pat Martin Excellence in District Leadership Award from the American Advertising Federation

June 20, 2018

Shelley Magee, Sales Manager for ABC Columbia was awarded the Pat Martin Excellence in District Leadership Award from the American Advertising Federation on June 8 at their annual conference in…

Salsa at Sunset: The hottest summer night in SC summer series in downtown Greenville – July 14 & August 11

June 19, 2018

Upstate International kicks off its 4th annual Salsa at Sunset: the Hottest Summer Night in SC, a dynamic three part summer series of live Latin music and dancing this Saturday. The free public…

Ben Rector brings “Magic: The Tour” to the Peace Center Nov. 5 tickets go on sale Friday, June 15, at 10 a.m.

June 19, 2018

Independent pop singer-songwriter Ben Rector presents “Magic: The Tour” this fall. The 28-date national headlining tour brings the spellbinding, piano-fueled pop of his latest album, Magic, (out June 22) to life. The…

Proud Mary Theatre Company presents Lavender Cabaret & Season 2 reveal June 23

June 19, 2018

The award-winning Proud Mary Theatre Company, South Carolina’s first and only theatre company devoted exclusively to LGBTQ+ stories and voices, will announce its second season line-up of exciting theatre on Saturday,…

Public information meeting July 10 in Laurens County concerning proposed safety improvement of US 76 at Trinity Church Road/Dial Place Lane Intersection

June 19, 2018

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has scheduled a public information meeting Tuesday, July 10, 2018, concerning the proposed safety improvement at the intersection of US 76 at S-72 (Trinity…

AnMed Health unveils program aimed at early detection of lung cancer

June 19, 2018

AnMed Health has unveiled a lung nodule program at the office of AnMed Health Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine, 2000 E Greenville Street, Suite 1100, Anderson, S.C. A lung or pulmonary nodule is…