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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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We did not see the proposed changes to South Carolina House Bill 4375 prior to introduction today, and are in the process of reviewing them. While our review is continuing,…
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General admission and VIP ticket options; 100% proceeds benefit The River Alliance, Canoeing for Kids, Harvest Hope Food Bank, West Columbia Beautification Foundation and Heroes in Blue; donations and sponsorships…
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The Five Points Association is pleased to announce a new event coming to Columbia this spring. In partnership with Free Times, they will be hosting the inaugural Columbia Food and…
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The University of SC Dance Company will present a selection of innovative dance works during its Spring Contemporary Concert, February 21-24 at Drayton Hall Theatre. Show times are 7:30pm for the February 21-23 performances and 2pm for the February…
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These changes include the elimination of routes 34: St. Andrews and 34b: Bush River/St. Andrews and the implementation of the following proposed routes: 801: Broad River 82X: Partridge Hospital 83L: St. Andrews Road to…
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Governor Henry McMaster announced his decision to reappoint South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) Chief Mark Keel. Having first been appointed to the position by Governor Nikki Haley in June…
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Governor Henry McMaster announced his decision to reappoint South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) Chief Mark Keel. Having first been appointed to the position by Governor Nikki Haley in June…
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Newmark Wilson Kibler announced today that William Gregg has joined its Columbia office as a property management associate. Gregg will work primarily in retail, office and flex property management and…
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The community is invited to learn more about Richland One, its accomplishments and plans for the future at the annual Superintendent’s State of the District Address, which will be held…
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The Columbia College Board of Trustees voted unanimously at its January 26, 2018 meeting to appoint Dr. Carol A. Moore as President of the College. Dr. Moore came to Columbia…
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Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A. announces that all five attorneys previously associated with Augusta, Ga., law firm Warlick, Stebbins, Murray, & Chew, LLP, have joined Turner Padget effective February 1.…
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Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A. announces that all five attorneys previously associated with Augusta, Ga., law firm Warlick, Stebbins, Murray, & Chew, LLP, have joined Turner Padget effective February 1.…
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Ramona Braun has joined the company’s Pelham Road office as a sales associate. Braun grew up in Germany and made the…
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The Columbia College Board of Trustees voted unanimously at its January 26, 2018 meeting to appoint Dr. Carol A. Moore as President of the College. Dr. Moore came to Columbia…
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SCRA, a public, non-profit chartered with fostering the Innovation Economy of South Carolina, has announced the appointment of Jill Sorensen, J.D. as the new Director of Entrepreneurial Programs and Executive…
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SCRA, a public, non-profit chartered with fostering the Innovation Economy of South Carolina, has announced the appointment of Jill Sorensen, J.D. as the new Director of Entrepreneurial Programs and Executive…
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Investment of $2.5 Million to Expand Machining Capacity FOMAS, Inc., a custom manufacturer of seamless rolled rings, is expanding its existing manufacturing operations in York County. The $2.5 million investment…
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Investment of $2.5 Million to Expand Machining Capacity FOMAS, Inc., a custom manufacturer of seamless rolled rings, is expanding its existing manufacturing operations in York County. The $2.5 million investment…
Read MoreCharleston office market finishes 2017 strong with three consecutive quarters of positive absorption
CBRE has released its Q4 2017 MarketView report on the Charleston office commercial real estate market. Three consecutive quarters of positive absorption show the strength of Charleston’s office market. However,…
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Bob Jones University President Steve Pettit announced the launch of a School of Health Professions, beginning in the fall of 2018. The new school is a strategic step in…
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The Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement (CERRA) recently released its South Carolina Annual Educator Supply and Demand Report for the 2017-18 school year. The report concluded that more…
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The Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement (CERRA) recently released its South Carolina Annual Educator Supply and Demand Report for the 2017-18 school year. The report concluded that more…
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AgFirst Farm Credit Bank has elected two new directors and re-elected two current directors to four-year terms, all of whom will serve on the Board of Directors for the Columbia-based…
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Research & Forecast Report Q4-2017 COLUMBIA | INDUSTRIAL Key Takeaways Vacancy is expected to decrease as more business is drawn to Columbia. Conditions are good for providing skilled employees. To…
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Palmetto Tax Advocates announced that Dustin Scott has joined the company as a tax accountant. Scott is an accountant, with undergraduate and master’s degrees in business administration and accounting, and…
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March 8, 2018 – December 13, 2018 | 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Every Second Thursday MTC | Northeast Campus | 151 Powell Road, Columbia, SC 29203 At this time last year, businesses faced uncertainty about how the…
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After just five months with the organization, Karen Lee has been promoted to vice president of advancement of Hope For The Warriors. Celebrating more than 11 years of service, Hope For…
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Funding will help homeless adults and families in S.C. The Brookland Foundation, a community-based non-profit serving adults and children in the Columbia area, has received a $10,000 Critical Community Needs…
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By Mike DuBose with Dr. Surb Guram, MD Many people don’t realize how serious migraines can be…until they have one! Migraine headaches, whether occasional or regularly endured as a…
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The Columbia College Board of Trustees voted unanimously at its January 26, 2018 meeting to appoint Dr. Carol A. Moore as President of the College. Dr. Moore came to…
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