The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities is hosting the City of Columbia’s 12th Annual Small Business Week Conference on Friday, May 9, 2025 from 9:00AM – 3:30PM at the…
After a one-year hiatus, The Gervais Street Bridge Dinner is coming back in October of 2025. A specific date has not been set yet, but it will be announced as…
Who: City of Columbia’s Office of Sustainability, City of Columbia Climate Protection Action Committee, SC Public Health Association, Central Midlands Council of Governments, local environmental organizations, artists, educators, and community members.…
Sistercare’s 3rd Annual EmpoweRun 5k Walk and Run Sistercare and Jamie Scott Fitness are joining together to host the 3rd annual EmpoweRun 5k walk and run to benefit Sistercare’s ongoing…
You know about the Doolittle Raid – or at least, you should. On April 18, 1942 – just over four months after the Pearl Harbor attack – sixteen B-25B Mitchell…
On Thursday, April 10, 2025, the Planning Commission meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the public and/or media…
On April 15, Kona Ice is offering free sweet treats, giving taxpayers a refreshing break and a tropical escape from the stress of filing returns Tax Day can be stressful,…
By Jeff Becraft I am building a storage shed in my backyard. I am being trained by this guy in a blue shirt off of YouTube University. I watched…
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Celebrates Milestones with Exciting Events in Q2 2025 Riverbanks Zoo and Garden continues its momentum from a landmark 50th anniversary year with a series of exciting…
Jason Marx, MD, MBA, joins Prisma Health to serve as president of the Prisma Health Medical Group. In this role, Dr. Marx will oversee one of the largest and most…
Limited tickets still available for the Grand Tasting and other select events The eighth annual Columbia Food & Wine Festival — the Midlands’ premier six-day culinary experience — returns April…
The Governor’s School for Agriculture at John de la Howe (JDLH), Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities (SCGSAH), and the Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM), and are…
National Sheriff of the Year 2021 and current S.C. State Guard commander honored in brick garden By Chris Carter Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott, who also commands the all-volunteer…
Students at three Richland County schools will engage in hands-on environmental learning this school year, thanks to financial support from the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (RSWCD). Twice each…
The 2025 edition of Best Lawyers® has named Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd P.A. shareholder Charlton deSaussure “Lawyer of the Year” for Public Finance Law in Charleston. Charlton earned this prestigious designation…
The South Carolina Arts Commission is welcoming an artistic pair of new members to its nine-person board of commissioners for three-year terms after their gubernatorial appointments and state senate confirmations.…
CAMS (Community Association Management Services) shares that Stacey Lenau, SPHR, has been promoted to Vice President of Human Resources (HR). She has worked in Human Resources for over twenty years…
Prisma Health is conducting a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) throughout its service areas in South Carolina and Tennessee. As part of its commitment to hear from its community members,…
Riggs Partners recently received eight awards for creative excellence at the 2025 ADDY Awards hosted by AAF Midlands, including the Best of Show award. The award is the highest honor…
The Congaree Vista Guild has announced that a new public art piece is being installed on the 1100 block of Park Street. Artist David Falter is on site from April…
West Columbia Chef Robbie Robinson of City Limits Barbeque has been named a 2025 James Beard Awards® nominee for the second consecutive year. Robinson earned the recognition in the Best…
Mike Ward, a longtime community leader and advocate, has officially announced his candidacy for Irmo Town Council. Ward, who most recently ran for Lexington-Richland School District 5 Board, said his…
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q1 2025 Columbia Office Market Highlights The Columbia office market defied a multi-year pattern of slow first quarters, posting 126,115 square feet of…
WHO: City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement and G.R.I.T. Project WHAT: The G.R.I.T. Project Networking Mixer is designed to bring together mental health professionals, educators, and coaches in…
To begin the City Council meeting this evening (Tuesday, April 1, 2025), City Council presented several proclamations, from honoring a local hometown hero to celebrating some national weeks and months…
The documentary series Reel South is premiering eight new films as part of its tenth season. In addition to the national release on public television stations and streaming on the PBS App, Reel South’s…
By Tom Poland Let this harrowing tale serve as a warning. Be careful of what you wrap in aluminum foil. A British judge stopped a man’s 12-year legal battle…
Maynard Nexsen, a full-service law firm with 31 locations across the United States, announced that Bo Russell, Shareholder, was elected to serve on the Board of Visitors for the Medical…
The City of Columbia Parking Services, in coordination with the local chapter of The American Heart Association, announces an initiative to bring awareness of heart health to the City of Columbia…
M16, which generations of American soldiers have carried into battle, discussed at next Noon Debrief
The eight-shot, semiautomatic M1 Garand rifle got the American infantryman through both the Second World War and Korea. General George S. Patton called it “the greatest battle implement ever devised.”…
When author Karen Petit was approached with the idea of writing a Revolutionary War-themed story for young readers, it felt like a natural fit —almost. Petit, an established author with…
Remembering attorney, former White House (presidential) advance team member, and eldest daughter of SCDNR director Mary Elizabeth Mullikin, Esq. 38, of Camden, was called home to the Lord on March…
CVS Health® is stepping forward as a founding sponsor of the Congressional Medal of Honor Society’s (CMOHS) HonorCare Program—a newly defined health program designed to safeguard the well-being of the…
Publix Super Market announced the grand opening of its new location at the Market at Spears Creek, located at 185 Earth Rd. The store will officially open its doors to…
Heyward Career and Technology Center’s SkillsUSA chapter won multiple medals and recognitions during the South Carolina SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Competition. The event was held March 2-5 at the South…
Flock and Rally, a women-owned and led integrated marketing and communications agency based in Columbia, South Carolina, is proud to announce the promotion of Mary Kate Korpita to vice president…
From April 1 through September 30, the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) provides a daily forecast for ground-level ozone concentrations across the state. These forecasts can help South…
Lexington County Councilman Darrell Hudson has been named the South Carolina Councils of Governments 2024 Volunteer of the Year. As Chair of the Central Midlands Area Agency on Aging’s Regional…
The Governor’s School for Agriculture at John de la Howe (JDLH), Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities (SCGSAH), and the Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM), and are…
Peak Drift Brewing Company, an innovative craft beverage company based in Columbia, SC, captures life’s peak experiences with high-quality craft beer, hard seltzers, and non-alcoholic beverages inspired by the Southeast’s…
Tammy Coghill, a widely experienced professional in the field, has joined the Darla Moore School’s Executive Education program as director of business development. Her job, a new position with ExecEd,…
Columbia Animal Services’ mission of “helping people help pets” is being met through modern animal welfare practices that focus on providing valuable resources and education to the community. Through cost-efficient…
Who: Councilwoman Dr. Aditi Bussells, City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities, and members of The Prevalent Universe. What: In 2021, Eursel “Nicole” Weston, a licensed and certified cosmetologist practitioner, instructor, and…
On Thursday, April 3, 2025, the Board of Zoning Appeals meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. respectfully at City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the…
WHO: City of Columbia Community Development Department WHAT: City of Columbia Community Development department is celebrating fifty years of service and Community Development Week with various activities. WHEN: Monday, April 21, 2025 –…
In an effort to help simplify the payment process for taxpayers, Richland County offers a one-of-a-kind planned payment program for real estate taxes. The County Treasurer’s Office announces a new…
South Carolina children are learning that when they gain knowledge and develop skills, they’re making smart investments in themselves. Almost 300 educators across the state are using a new lesson…
Two outstanding chefs, Chef Chris Williams of Roy’s Grille and Chef Chris Kravitz of Halls Chophouse, have been selected to join Team Lake Murray Country at the World Food Championships after winning…
The City of Columbia is strategically exploring the best possible permanent location for the iconic “Busted Plug” sculpture. Our vision is to integrate this beloved artwork into the most appropriate…
Harvest Hope Food Bank and Transitions Homeless Center announced a new partnership focused on expanding meal services for individuals experiencing homelessness in the Midlands. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will occur on…