Richland County mailing notices for property value changes

June 17, 2026

Notifications are not tax bills; use online application for appeals Richland County is giving many property owners an early heads up about changes to the value of their property for 2026.…

Richland County offices closed Friday to honor Juneteenth

June 17, 2026

Richland County Government offices will close Friday, June 19 to observe Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. All County Solid Waste & Recycling facilities will…

WesCo Brew & Bowl opens June 26 in Cayce, bringing 44,000 sq. ft. of bowling, dining and entertainment to the Midlands

June 17, 2026

$13.2 million investment transforms former Piggly Wiggly into Midlands’ premier entertainment venue, with grand opening events June 26–28 CAYCE, S.C. — Midlands residents are invited to experience the excitement at…

The power of faith and forgiveness: Remembering 11 years of Mother Emanuel

June 17, 2026

By Senator Tim Scott I will never forget the text I sent my dear friend, Clementa Pinckney. I waited for a response but never got an answer. Clementa and eight…

Trinity Partners completes sale of industrial facility in Columbia

June 17, 2026

Trinity Partners announced the successful sale of a 20,400 square foot industrial property located at 120 Fontaine Center Drive in Columbia, South Carolina. The asset was acquired by Parliament Companies…

Veteran Columbia real estate advisors open firm focused on income-producing commercial properties

June 17, 2026

Veteran Columbia real estate advisors James C. Harrison III, CCIM, and Coleman Davis have launched Harrison Capital Advisors, LLC, a commercial investment real estate advisory firm dedicated exclusively to investment…

A Curious Battle For Independence

June 17, 2026

By Tom Poland   It’s a battle Britain claimed to have won, and yet it sent the Redcoats to Charleston and back to Britain ending their presence in the Carolina…

4th Annual Black Eats Week 803 specials for June 22-28

June 17, 2026

Announcement of participating food establishments in the Midlands area The 4th Annual Black Eats Week 803 is just around the corner, and six Black-owned food establishments will participate in this year’s festivities, held…

Terminix recommends one weekly habit to keep backyard mosquitoes in check

June 17, 2026

In observance of National Mosquito Control Awareness Week, Terminix Service, Inc. shares prevention tips and explains a year-round, source-focused approach to mosquito control Mosquito season is underway across the Carolinas…

homeRN grand opening

June 17, 2026

Who: City of Columbia Economic Development, Councilman Will Brennan, homeRN owner Logan Babcock What: homeRN brings professional, concierge-level healthcare directly to your home. Their experienced team proudly serves individuals and families throughout…

G3 Engineering & Surveying announces inaugural scholarship recipients

June 16, 2026

G3 Engineering & Surveying announced the first recipients of the G3 Engineering & Surveying Scholarship for the 2026-2027 academic year. Established in celebration of G3’s 15th Anniversary, this annual scholarship…

Luther Battiste recognized by Emory Law School as a 2026 Alumni Award recipient

June 16, 2026

Emory University School of Law has recognized Columbia attorney and civic leader Luther J. Battiste III with a Distinguished Alumni Award, the law school’s highest honor. The award celebrates his…

Columbia approves Vista Business Improvement District, strengthening downtown partnership

June 16, 2026

Columbia City Council has approved the creation of a new Business Improvement District (BID) for The Vista, a move supporters say will provide additional resources to support economic growth, beautification,…

AmbioPharm expanding Aiken County operations with nearly $119 million investment, 202 new jobs

June 16, 2026

AmbioPharm, Inc., a peptide manufacturer and developer headquartered in North Augusta, announced plans to expand its operations in Aiken County with a $118.96 million investment that is expected to create…

SCDES now accepting grant applications for watershed projects that improve water quality

June 15, 2026

The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) is now accepting applications for grant-funded projects that help improve water quality by reducing nonpoint source pollution. Applications will be accepted through 5 p.m. on Aug. 14, 2026. Nonpoint source pollution occurs when rainfall or irrigation water moves…

Security Federal Bank promotes Tony Ateca to Chief Operating Officer

June 15, 2026

Security Federal Bank announced the promotion of Tony Ateca to Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective July 10, 2026. The promotion reflects Security Federal Bank’s continued commitment to long-term growth, innovation,…

Entrepreneur Minute – Danny Dorsel, President, SC Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM)

June 15, 2026

The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group of…

South Congaree presents balanced budget built on a year of major progress

June 15, 2026

The Town of South Congaree presented its Fiscal Year 2026–2027 budget this week, marking a milestone for the Town: a balanced budget that establishes a true financial baseline for years…

Senior Resources announces Joe’s Wish as $25,000 Nutrition Partner

June 15, 2026

Senior Resources recognized Joe’s Wish for its generous $25,000 investment as a Nutrition Partner, helping ensure that older adults throughout Richland County have access to nutritious meals and critical support…

How to ensure press coverage at your event

June 15, 2026

Hannah Wade Manager at NP Strategy   No RSVPs? No Problem. Journalists have less time to spend on stories as resource pressures are reshaping newsrooms. Nearly half of surveyed journalists cited…

City of Columbia Community Development Department to host a homebuyer workshop

June 15, 2026

Who: City of Columbia Community Development Department What: Your path to homeownership starts here! This will be a one-stop homebuyer workshop where attendees can learn, ask questions, and connect directly with industry…

City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement partners with Innovative Solutions to launch South Carolina’s first data-driven naloxone vending program

June 15, 2026

Innovative Solutions Consulting & Counseling Group, LLC (IS), in partnership with the South Carolina Opioid Recovery Fund (SCORF) and the City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (ONSE),…

Conservation Bank Board selects David Jones to lead agency

June 15, 2026

The South Carolina Conservation Bank announced that the Board has selected David Jones as the agency’s next executive director. His  appointment is pending confirmation by the South Carolina Senate.   Jones…

Gooding named next principal of Pelion High School starting July 2026

June 15, 2026

The Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the recommendation of Kenneth Tracy Gooding as the new principal of Pelion High School at the board’s June 10, 2026…

School District Five names new principal of Chapin Middle School

June 15, 2026

Lexington-Richland School District Five has named Anna Unversaw as the new principal of Chapin Middle School (formerly Chapin Intermediate). She will replace Brent Davis who is leaving at the end…

Greenville Spine Institute welcomes Dr. Joseph Pelicano, expanding expert care under the leadership of Dr. Kevin P. Lewis

June 14, 2026

Greenville Spine Institute (GSI), the Upstate’s premier chiropractic and integrative healthcare practice, announced the addition of Dr. Joseph Pelicano, D.C., to its clinical team. Dr. Pelicano joins the practice under…

Richland County Sheriff’s Department’s Bench Press Challenge adds sponsors

June 14, 2026

Event celebrating America’s 250th birthday gaining momentum as participants train to hit top numbers by early July By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department’s (RCSD) 250 Bench…

Daughters of the American Revolution collaborate with Greenwood Museum for “A Revolutionary Adventure for Kids”

June 14, 2026

As America prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Issaqueena Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) is…

Corner Pantry to open its fifth Camden location in July 2026

June 13, 2026

New Location to Open in July 2026 at 51 East Dekalb St. Locally owned and operated fuel and convenience store chain Corner Pantry is continuing to invest in Camden, South…

City Parks launch misting stations during summer heat

June 12, 2026

With the Columbia area already experiencing high temperatures and heat index temperatures above 100, the City of Columbia is urging residents to take extra precautions to stay safe in extreme…

NAI Columbia welcomes Robin Hendricks as new Marketing Specialist

June 12, 2026

NAI Columbia announced the addition of Robin Hendricks as its new Marketing Specialist. Drawing from her background in extensive written communications and project management in the public and private sectors,…

University of South Carolina names Kevin Schnall as head baseball coach

June 11, 2026

The University of South Carolina has named Kevin Schnall as its new head baseball coach, turning to one of the state’s most successful collegiate baseball leaders to guide the Gamecocks…

EdVenture’s 2nd annual Mascot Meetup

June 11, 2026

By popular demand, EdVenture’s Mascot Meetup is back for its second year, bringing an unforgettable day of smiles, high-fives, and larger-than-life fun to the Midlands. On Wednesday, June 17, from 9:00 a.m. to…

New workforce academy opens door for South Carolina workers to enter data center and AI infrastructure careers

June 11, 2026

As South Carolina continues to compete for major technology and infrastructure investment, a new national workforce program from Meta could help local workers gain access to some of the fastest-growing…

Mayor Daniel Rickenmann elected second vice president of the U.S. Conference of Mayors

June 11, 2026

Mayor Daniel Rickenmann has been elected Second Vice President of the U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM), one of the nation’s most influential nonpartisan organizations representing cities and their leaders. The election took…

City Council Highlights | June 9, 2026

June 11, 2026

The City of Columbia held its fifth City Council Budget Workshop of the year on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, which is essential to the planning, development and finalization of the…

SCETV’s digital series Our Town returns June 11 with new season exploring communities across South Carolina

June 11, 2026

South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) invites viewers to discover the people, places and stories that make communities across the Palmetto State unique with the return of its digital…

Colliers Report: Columbia Multifamily Market Q1 2026

June 11, 2026

Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Columbia multifamily growth continues to concentrate in downtown. Market Highlights The Columbia multifamily market remains dynamic amidst an ongoing regional transformation, with population gains…

Three Midlands nonprofits receive funding through Anchor Investment Management’s new community giving initiative

June 11, 2026

As Anchor Investment Management, LLC celebrates 25 years of helping individuals and families build strong financial futures, the Columbia-based wealth management firm is investing in another kind of future: the…

South Carolina entrepreneurs awarded $215,000 for innovative agribusinesses

June 11, 2026

The South Carolina Department of Agriculture’s Agribusiness Center for Research and Entrepreneurship (ACRE) awarded $215,000 in grants to 12 South Carolina businesses as part of its Advanced Entrepreneurship program. A…

A Rare Sighting

June 10, 2026

By Tom Poland   I have seen outhouses, smokehouses, henhouses, doghouses, and all manner of birdhouses. Mankind has its jailhouses, cathouses, flophouses, and roadhouses. A first for me, I saw…

McCrory Construction promotes Lee Ann Branham to Executive Assistant for President and CEO

June 10, 2026

McCrory Construction, South Carolina’s oldest general contractor, announced the promotion of Lee Ann Branham to Executive Assistant to President and CEO, Allen Bridgers. During her 30-year career with McCrory, Branham…

SCDNR director’s observations on WORLD OCEAN DAY

June 10, 2026

Mullikin: “The ocean still possesses an extraordinary capacity for renewal if we are willing to act wisely and boldly” By Tom Mullikin Today [June 8, 2026] we recognize the global…

Lindsay A. Joyner appointed to South Carolina Access to Justice Commission

June 10, 2026

 Gallivan White Boyd (GWB) shares that Lindsay A. Joyner has been  appointed by Chief Justice John W. Kittredge to the South Carolina Access to Justice (SCATJ) Commission.  Joyner has been…

Consumer prices up 4.2% over the past year

June 10, 2026

Inflation picked up in May, with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rising 4.2% over the past 12 months, according to new data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.…

AARP South Carolina to Host Café Voyage: Taste of the Carolinas in Columbia – June 11

June 10, 2026

Free community event will connect residents with healthy cooking ideas, local food, giveaways and community resources AARP South Carolina will host Café Voyage: Taste of the Carolinas on Thursday, June 11, from…

South Carolina State Museum to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with “Salute to 250 Day”

June 10, 2026

Day-long event to feature free general admission, live music, a new planetarium experience and more.  The South Carolina State Museum will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with “Salute…

Newsome Law’s Andrew W. Saleeby selected as a South Carolina Rising Star by Super Lawyers

June 10, 2026

Saleeby recognized for excellence in Tax Law in the 2026 South Carolina edition of Super Lawyers magazine Newsome Brannon & McDonald, LLC, a solutions-focused tax, estate and trust firm, is proud to announce that…

Greenville/Columbia/Charleston project management experts earn promotions at LCK

June 9, 2026

LCK announces the promotions of three project management professionals as part of a broader strategy to support the firm’s continued growth and enhance services for clients. Managing more than 135…

S.C. Military Veterans Hall of Fame hosts induction dinner

June 9, 2026

Nearly 400 guests attend dinner and ceremony inducting a two-star Medal of Honor recipient, a fighter pilot-POW, and 12 other heroic military leaders from the Palmetto State By Christopher David…