Giveaways, character appearances and more light up Midlands summer nights The Columbia Fireflies announced their 2025 promotional calendar. The club has 10 giveaways, 17 fireworks shows, three concerts and tons…
South Carolina Council on Competitiveness (SC Competes), IT-oLogy, and the University of South Carolina (USC) announced a new partnership aimed at inspiring the next generation of innovators through robotics education.…
The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) held its Board of Directors meeting on January 29, 2025, at the Lake Murray Country Visitors Center. During the meeting, two…
Jump-start Fireflies games with your performance in front of a Midlands crowd The Columbia Fireflies announced that they are seeking singers and musicians of all ages to perform The Star-Spangled…
The Midlands Crafter’s Association is proud to present the 2025 Midlands Spring Arts & Crafts Market
This event is held annually at South Carolina State Farmers Market 3483 Charleston Highway. We are currently in our 15th year running. On March 22, 2025, AND March 23, 2025,…
The American School Counselor Association (ASCA) announced that the Richland Northeast High School counseling program has been named a Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP). The RAMP designation recognizes schools committed…
The Center for Knowledge and Center for Knowledge North have been recognized as finalists for the 2025 Palmetto’s Finest Awards. The South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA) presents the…
Which SC-Made Product Will Claim the Title of ‘Coolest Thing’ in 2025? The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) today officially kicked off the 4th annual Manufacturing Madness: Coolest Thing Made…
Dean Schuster has been awarded Progress Champion status by Progress Software for his expertise and advocacy for Sitefinity products and solutions. He is being recognized for his commitment to creating…
Highly anticipated concert comes to Columbia, SC on February 22 at Koger Center The South Carolina Philharmonic, winner of the 2024 Governor’s Award for the Arts, continues its 60th Anniversary Season…
The City of Columbia is now accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS Seeking to fill two (2) vacancies. The Board…
Rapid Shelter Columbia to receive donations from the South Carolina Cooperative Extension Conference
Who: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, Clemson Cooperative Extension, SC State University 1890 Research & Extension, and Rapid Shelter Columbia. What: The SC Cooperative Extension Joint Conference, which involves Clemson University and SC State…
Cason Development Group, in partnership with Four Oaks Property Group and Hughes Development Corp., is bringing a dynamic addition to The BullStreet District that promises to elevate Columbia’s social and…
The City of Columbia is now accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS Seeking to fill two (2) vacancies. The Board…
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio President and CEO Adrienne Fairwell has been re-elected to the America’s Public Television Stations (APTS) Board of Trustees and selected as the Professional Vice…
Mullikin received three unanimous confirmations in run-up to new post By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Dr. Tom Mullikin – acclaimed global expedition leader, attorney, university professor, retired two-star military commander,…
Now in its 30th year, Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Essentially Ellington has been raising the bar for high school jazz education across the United States and internationally. The program provides all participating…
Ceremony marks another milestone for the company’s $2 billion investment in South Carolina This week, Scout Motors celebrated another milestone, as the company’s construction team installed the final steel…
Presbyterian Baseball Opening Day is 1 Week Away! The wait is over! Baseball season is here, and we’re kicking it off in style with the Presbyterian College Blue Hose taking…
Training developed in-house said to be the first on its scale in the Palmetto State By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) held its first-ever graduation…
South Carolina Public Radio (SC Public Radio) is proud to announce Reagan Knight has joined the team as the new local afternoon host for All Things Considered. Knight discovered his love…
South Carolina Research Authority announces that William “Bill” Kirkland has been named by Governor Henry McMaster as chairperson of the SCRA Board of Trustees. He replaces long-time chairperson Don Herriott.…
Ten years ago, I took the first step toward healing and change after losing my husband, Greg, a Forest Acres Police Officer, who was tragically shot and killed in the…
River Bluff High School announces that Blair Hardin has officially resigned as head coach of the River Bluff football team, effective 2/6/25. Coach Hardin stated that after nearly two decades…
Colliers | South Carolina announced Henry Cooper has joined its Real Estate Management Services (REMS) team as an Assistant Property Manager for the Meridian office tower at 1320 Main Street.…
During this evening’s City Council Meeting, City Council approved the installation of twelve (12) T2 Cosmo Pay Stations on Main Street (Item #3). This project directly correlates to the City…
The Original Six Foundation announced that Angelica Tyler has joined the organization as the new Program Coordinator. With an extensive background in STEM program management and a passion for fostering…
Cypress Commercial & Investment Real Estate, a leading commercial real estate brokerage company, announces year-end results for 2024 of 35 real estate transactions representing a value of more than $39…
Features 20 local African American sites in the Columbia area, cash prizes to winners Soda City Certified® (SCC), Columbia’s only mobile application that aims to help residents and visitors explore our…
CREW Midlands-SC announced its 2025 Board of Directors to lead the local chapter of CREW Network, the leading global business network in commercial real estate. Marie Dieckmann, Senior Associate with…
CREW Network Foundation Scholarships Now Available CREW Midlands announced the CREW Network Foundation scholarship program is now accepting applications. The scholarship offering supports female students as they pursue university-level education…
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2024 South Carolina Industrial Market Highlights South Carolina saw major deals in the Upstate by third-party logistics firms and automotive OEMs drive…
By Jeff Becraft My wife’s birthday is around the time of Thanksgiving. This was an especially significant Thanksgiving this past year because we got to see all four grandkids.…
Few of us are experts on the Vietnam War, but most of us have heard that perhaps the greatest flaw in the way the United States conducted it was that…
Shanon N. Peake, a member of SMITH | ROBINSON law firm, has been named to the South Carolina Bar’s 2025 Leadership Academy, a selective program designed to train the next…
Morgan Stanley announced that The Rast McFadden Wealth Management Group based in Columbia, SC has been named to Forbes Magazine’s 2025 list of America’s Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams. Forbes Best-In-State…
The production will be the debut of the theatre’s newly improved audience seating. The USC Department of Theatre and Dance will present the comic thriller Mauritius February 21 – March 1 at…
Internationally Acclaimed Design Firm Selected for Project The University of South Carolina’s plans to reimagine Williams-Brice Stadium have received approval from the State of South Carolina Legislature’s Joint Bond Review…
Vote for South Carolina Restaurants That Support Local Farmers Fresh on the Menu has introduced the People’s Choice Awards to honor restaurants across the state that prioritize local ingredients and support South…
City of Columbia announces a one-year extension of the Grocery Access Pilot (GAP) program in partnership with Instacart. This initiative aims to continue combating food insecurity and reducing diet-related illnesses across the…
Rainwalk is a Columbia-based startup that provides pet health insurance. Their online platform offers easy and quick claims processing, covers most veterinary bills, and provides end-to-end pet insurance support online.…
SC Housing recently launched its newly redesigned website, created to provide an improved experience for users seeking information about housing programs and resources. The updated site features a modern design,…
On February 3, the South Carolina Department of Transportation along with local and state officials and Scout Motors leadership met for a groundbreaking ceremony for the Scout Motors Drive Interchange…
Honoring the State’s Most Dedicated Volunteers at the SC Nonprofit Summit Henry McMaster, Governor of South Carolina, Together SC, United Way Association of SC, and AmeriCorps SC are proud to…
The Columbia Boat Show, presented by Putnam’s Harbor at Lake Murray, is motoring its way Feb. 21 to the South Carolina State Fairgrounds. The annual event is a one-stop shop…
This February, The Nickelodeon Theater proudly presents “Rhythm of Revolution: A Celebration of Black Music and Culture,” a Black History Month film series honoring the transformative power of Black artistry…
Jaya Biosciences and OrthoTract Innovations were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. ElectroWire received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching and access to SCRA’s Member Benefits and Startup Resources,…
The Congaree Vista Guild has announced the ribbon-cutting and grand opening for its newest business – The Game Show Challenge – for Thursday, February 6 at 11:30 a.m. at 823…
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that Melissa Lindler has been named as the District Director for the U.S. Small Business Administration’s South Carolina District Office located in Columbia,…
Co-work for Just $11/day in February as Endeavor’s Office Dog Turns 11 Endeavor Workspaces is offering $11 day passes for the month of February to celebrate office dog Caper the…

