Who: Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann What: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann will host a monthly informal coffee with the press from January through May. These will be informal coffee talks where representatives from all…
The City of Columbia is now accepting applications from residents interested in serving on boards and commissions. These volunteer positions provide an opportunity for citizens to play an active role…
The madness of March has a pulse. And the University of South Carolina is measuring it. The College Sports Social Pulse™, the first-ever measure of college sports influence on social…
Marci Middleton, Ph.D., has been named vice president of academic affairs at Denmark Technical College. Middleton holds a Doctor of Philosophy in educational policy studies and a Master of Science…
Soda City Market, a cornerstone of Columbia’s vibrant community, has once again been nominated for USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards in the Farmers Market category. Selected by a panel…
South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) announced the four products advancing to the final round of the 5th Annual Manufacturing Madness contest, where voters determine the Coolest Thing Made in…
The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation Fund at Central Carolina Community Foundation awarded $280,512 to six organizations spearheading projects that strengthen cultural vibrancy and civic engagement across Columbia.…
A new workforce housing community is officially opening in Columbia, marking an important step in expanding access to affordable, high-quality living options in the Midlands. City leaders, including Mayor Daniel…
Lexington County School District One will offer some limited school choice opportunities during the 2026–27 school year. This limited school choice option allows Lexington One students to attend schools outside…
Big Red Barn Retreat welcomes Judi Gatson, Emmy Award–winning journalist and longtime co-anchor of WIS News at 5 and 6, to its Board of Directors. For nearly three decades, Gatson…
The City of Columbia is inviting residents to shape the future of its riverfront as the Congaree Riverfront District Project enters its first phase of community engagement. Following City Council’s…
South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) honored 92 industrial facilities across the state for their exceptional workplace safety performance in 2025. “When SCMC celebrates our annual safety awards, it’s with…
The South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association (SCRLA) today announced the appointment of Mark Newman as its next President & Chief Executive Officer, following a national search to identify the…
The Darla Moore Foundation establishes scholarships to support Vet Med students from her home region The Darla Moore Foundation has created the Darla Moore Scholars of Veterinary Medicine program at Clemson University, a transformative scholarship initiative…
Limitless Purpose will host its annual Family Celebration from 1-5 p.m. on March 21 at Camp Cole, and all ages and abilities are invited. This free event brings people together…
The South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum will celebrate 2026 Revolutionary War Day on March 28. It lasts from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. that Saturday, and admission is free.…
Award is the namesake of 2021 National Sheriff of the Year Leon Lott By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The S.C. Black Belt Hall of Fame (SCBBHOF) presented Tarrant County (Texas)…
Evette expresses support for organization’s mission to advance workforce health and wellbeing By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Days after the official launch of the South Carolina Healthy Business Coalition (SCHBC),…
The City of Columbia is inviting residents to shape the future of its riverfront as the Congaree Riverfront District Project enters its first phase of community engagement. Following City Council’s…
Who: Councilman Peter M. Brown, City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities staff, and Owner Yvette Hickson What: The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities is hosting the ribbon cutting for…
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) invites members of the public to attend a studio taping of Palmetto Perspectives on March 18 from 7 – 8 p.m. at SCETV studios in…
Davis joins the American Heart Association, Midlands, in engaging companies in the Midlands to create a community of lifesavers According to the American Heart Association, 9 in 10 people who…
Duke Energy Foundation is investing $500,000 in South Carolina communities through its Helping Emergency Response Organizations (HERO) grant program to support weather-related emergency preparedness and response across the Palmetto State.…
Five attorneys at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel, including the firm’s three founders, are listed in the 2026 edition of “Super Lawyers” and “Rising Stars.” The five also are honored…
County and Municipal Leaders Statewide Call for Expanded Local Choice in Managing Community-Funded Deposits The Palmetto Public Deposits Coalition (PPDC) today announced that a growing coalition of local elected officials…
St. Patrick’s Day celebrations often include gatherings where alcohol becomes a central focus. While the holiday can be festive and fun, heavy drinking can increase the risk of alcohol-related injuries,…
By Jeff Becraft There was no Friday email last week because grandkids came into town on Friday, and then on Monday, I had to head out because I had…
McMillan Pazdan Smith (MPS) is announcing its acquisition of MCA Architecture (MCA) of Greenville, SC. This partnership deepens and expands the MPS industrial practice which designs and plans advanced and…
The S.C. Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) is the recipient of a 2025 Notable State Documents Award from the South Carolina State Library for the 2025 South Carolina State Water…
SCDNR’s Chief of Wildlife named to national hall of fame By Tom Mullikin In the world of wildlife conservation, few honors carry the weight of induction into the National Bobwhite…
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) applauds Governor Henry McMaster for signing H. 5261, a joint resolution that extends the deadline for mandatory alcohol server training to May…
The University of South Carolina and Prisma Health are partnering to offer state-of-the-art care and diagnostics to patients with complex neurological conditions at the new Brain Health Center in Columbia.…
$42.5 million investment will create 85 new jobs Cheney Brothers, a leading broadline food distributor, today announced it is expanding its Florence County operations with an additional $42.5 million investment…
Who: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, Councilman Peter Brown, City of Columbia Economic Development, and Connelly Development What: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, Councilman Peter Brown, the City of Columbia’s Economic Development Department and Connelly Development…
Voting for the Top 8 Round of Manufacturing Madness Now Open South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) announced the eight products advancing in the 5th Annual Manufacturing Madness, a contest…
South Carolina Governor’s Schools host “Endless Opportunities” information sessions across the state
The Governor’s School for Agriculture at John de la Howe (JDLH), the South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities (SCGSAH), and the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science…
By Tom Poland I am no stranger to the flyswatter, switch, belt, and paddle. I even got a good whooping with a paint brush. I ought to be a…
Stewart begins a new two-year term continuing her long-standing service as a non-lawyer member representing the public in South Carolina’s attorney disciplinary system. Laurens County resident and community leader Brenda…
Francis Marion University’s Fred R. Sheheen Nonprofit Leadership Institute (FMU NPLI) and Together SC announce Blakely Roof as the 2026 recipient of the prestigious Fred R. Sheheen Award for Excellence…
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Limited supply, steady absorption spur new construction Market Highlights The Augusta-Aiken market saw absorption resume at a steady pace behind modest new leasing and…
Executive and customer success team recognized by leading business award programs SIOS Technology Corp., a leading provider of application high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) software solutions, announced it…
Milestone event will celebrate Conservation, Commerce, and Leadership in South Carolina Individual tickets are now on sale for the 10th Annual Global Eco Adventures (GEA) EcoBall. The dinner and awards…
Who: City of Columbia Homeless Services and City of Columbia Community Development What: The City of Columbia Homeless Services department and the City of Columbia Community Development department are partnering for a…
Flock and Rally, a women-owned and led integrated marketing and communications agency based in Columbia, South Carolina, was honored with five ADDY Awards from the American Advertising Federation (AAF Midlands)…
The day-long event will feature gallery tours, birding opportunities and programs presented in partnership with organizations from across the state. The South Carolina State Museum will host Flock Fest, a day-long celebration of…
One Columbia for Arts and Culture announced Larry Andrew Hembree as the 2026 recipient of the prestigious Stephen G. Morrison Visionary Award. This honor recognizes Hembree’s exceptional leadership, creativity, and…
Senator Tameika Isaac Devine & Former Mayor Steve Benjamin to Host Evening of Bold Conversation about Leadership and Change Community leaders, changemakers, and book lovers are invited to an inspiring…
The City of Columbia is seeking volunteers to help conduct our routine Pedestrian & Bicyclist Counts throughout Columbia. By counting pedestrians and bicyclists, volunteers help to ensure that all of…
On Saturday, March 21st, the SC250 Commission is funding a taping of historians in a panel at the Orangeburg County Library on the qualifications of martyred hero, Captain Henry Felder,…
The Big Red Barn Retreat will host their 2nd annual Heroes Summer Songfest Concert, presented by Nucor Building Systems on Friday, June 12 from 7-10pm at the Icehouse Amphitheater. This concert will celebrate…