Jen Howard, South Carolina Land Trust Network

October 3, 2023

Be a part of the SC Land Trust Networks Land Trust Days South Carolina’s land trusts have collectively protected more than a million acres in our state. The SC Land…

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Fall Into Service: Red Cross volunteers needed

October 3, 2023

As more people rely on the Red Cross for help, the need for compassionate volunteers throughout South Carolina has never been greater. As the season changes, what a great time…

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Newberry College invites community to Handel’s “Messiah”

October 3, 2023

Continuing a beloved tradition, Newberry College will perform the Christmas portion of G.F. Handel’s sacred oratorio “Messiah” and invites the community to be part of the magic. The concert, given…

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State Museum launches its first-ever podcast: Our State, Our Stories

October 3, 2023

First season premieres October 10 on Spotify, Apple Music and Google Podcasts Ahead of its 35th anniversary this November, the South Carolina State Museum announces its first-ever podcast: Our State,…

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SCRA announced New Member Companies and grant funding

October 3, 2023

Members HQ and Supermoon were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. PeriopHealth received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching, access to experts in SCRA’s Resource Partner…

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SC Technical College System Foundation receives $40,000 Power:Ed grant to expand a tech workforce development program to meet the demand for skilled coders

October 3, 2023

The South Carolina Technical College System Foundation (SCTCS Foundation) has been awarded a $40,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to expand Create Opportunity, a tech…

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Central Carolina Community Foundation proudly awards student scholarships

October 3, 2023

Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands leader in collaborative philanthropy, has awarded $620,000 to 195 students from across the state and country for the 2023-2024 academic year. Since 1998, the…

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U.S. Marines and a football game in WWII

October 3, 2023

Few Americans today remember the then-famous Mosquito Bowl By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Perhaps one of the most fascinating football games in the history of the sport is the one-time…

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South Carolina Community Loan Fund awarded $50M in New Market Tax Credits, one of three awardees in the state

October 3, 2023

The South Carolina Community Loan Fund (SCCLF) announced its award of $50 million in New Market Tax Credit (NMTC) allocations from the U.S. Department of Treasury CDFI Fund. SCCLF was…

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No increase in Girl Scout Cookies for consumers in the Upstate and Midlands

October 3, 2023

Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands is excited for Girl Scouts to showcase their entrepreneurial skills selling Girl Scout Cookies this season. Consumers will be able to purchase their…

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Breakfast Event to Honor First Responders on National First Responder Day

October 3, 2023

On Saturday, October 28, 2023, Davidson Baptist Church is gearing up to express their gratitude and appreciation for the heroes who serve tirelessly every day. To commemorate National First Responder…

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Governor’s School honors children of the Holocaust through The Butterfly Project

October 3, 2023

Inspired by the hands-on teaching approach of The Butterfly Project, the SC Governor’s School of Arts and Humanities has installed three mosaics to honor those impacted by the Holocaust tragedy.…

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Three more reasons to attend the 321 Student Film Festival in Greenville

October 3, 2023

Besides an amazing array of student films, the 321 Student Film Festival also will offer three opportunities to learn about the film industry and filmmaking presented by local experts with…

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FY23 S.C. Arts Commission grantmaking exceeded $11 million

October 3, 2023

Grants for arts and arts learning impacted 43 counties The South Carolina Arts Commission is announcing that in FY23, for the second year in a row, its statewide grantmaking invested…

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Gasperecz named new Experience Columbia SC Sports development manager

October 2, 2023

Experience Columbia SC Sports welcomes Anna Gasperecz as its new sports development manager. Gasperecz comes to Columbia from Visit Baton Rouge where she was the destination experience manager. “We are…

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They are ABLE

October 2, 2023

By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis Administrator for the Palmetto ABLE Savings Program   How important is stability, peace of mind or independence to you? These qualities are always top of…

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Dominion Energy will temporarily lower levels of Neal Shoals Reservoir

September 29, 2023

To ensure continued safety and reliability of the Neal Shoals Hydroelectric Plant, Dominion Energy will temporarily lower water levels at the Neal Shoals dam along the Broad River beginning Oct.…

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Capital City/Lake Murray Country RTB promotes Vickie Davis to Senior Vice President of Funding and Events 

September 28, 2023

Capital City Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) announced the promotion of Vickie Davis to Senior Vice-President of Funding and Events. While Davis will continue her role in securing…

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The Ruins Of Chappels

September 28, 2023
Tom Poland

By Tom Poland   Highway 34. It’s my route east to places like Ninety-Six, Abbeville, and Greenwood. When I drive Highway 34, I’m in my element—the back roads, but some…

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EdVenture creates a special place for kids with chronic health conditions

September 28, 2023

A cancer diagnosis is tough for any family to face, but when the diagnosis is given to a child, it is especially heartbreaking. In honor of National Childhood Cancer and…

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Entrepreneur Minute – Sarah Lewis, Tech Design Strategies

September 28, 2023

The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…

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Columbia College’s Alternative Pathways to Education Certification Program (APEC) recognizes accomplishments of 20 program participants

September 28, 2023

The Alternative Pathways to Educator Certification (APEC) Center at Columbia College was created in 2018 as an initiative to serve area school districts by providing a pathway for district employees…

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Greenville Jewish Federation and Greenville Jewish Film Festival team up on the 85th Anniversary of Kristallnacht

September 28, 2023

As America witnesses an increase in anti-Semitic events, two Greenville groups are coming together for a special presentation on the 85th Anniversary of Kristallnacht. The Greenville Jewish Film Festival in…

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BEATS Barre Studio cuts ribbon with Mayor Rickenmann on new Gervais Street studio

September 28, 2023

Free classes available Oct. 2-7 as part of grand opening celebrations BEATS Barre Studio — a fun and effective body-changing workout — has cut the ribbon on its new studio…

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Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour on Lake Murray to air on Discovery Channel this weekend

September 28, 2023

Watch Fox Rent A Car Stage Three at Lake Murray, Sept. 30 – Oct. 1 Capital City/Lake Murray Country hosted the Major League Fishing Fox Rent A Car Stage Three Bass Pro Tour on Lake…

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It just takes effort

September 28, 2023

By Jeff Becraft   Every year at our Leadership Weekend during my Youth Corps era, we showed a video clip. It is an NFL films video clip. It is about…

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New report finds over 170K South Carolinians employed by nonprofits, making nonprofit businesses our state’s fifth-largest employment sector

September 27, 2023

Nonprofit 501(c)3 Organizations: Vital Contributors to South Carolina’s Workforce Celebrated During Workforce Month Draws to a Close. As Workforce Month is celebrated throughout the state, Together SC, in partnership with…

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Cuisine, Concerts, Culture take center stage in Capital City/Lake Murray Country, South Carolina

September 27, 2023

The food scene in the Capital City/Lake Murray region is extraordinary, and so are the arts, culture and events. Photo credits: The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board With accolades like…

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Coming soon: Rocktoberfest

September 27, 2023

Get ready to rock the boat and tip your glass back at the premiere of “Rocktoberfest” on October 7. Open to everyone, this will be a wonderful evening of live…

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Jesse Smith named as new Executive Director of JEDA

September 27, 2023

Jesse A. Smith has been elected the new Executive Director of the South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA), with his appointment effective October 1. Smith is succeeding Harry A. Huntley,…

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Four Governance Questions for Endowment Management

September 27, 2023

By Anne Marie Ashworth To create an environment for good governance, endowments should assess whether they have the appropriate models for optimal long-term portfolio management, oversight and management, fiduciary responsibility,…

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Columbia Chamber honors local leaders at annual Gala

September 26, 2023

Midlands Leaders to be Recognized at 120th Annual Diamond Gala. The Columbia Chamber is pleased to announce the award recipients for the 120th Annual Diamond Gala, presented by BlueCross® BlueShield® of South…

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Still Hopes is growing! Celebrating expanded HR department and growing Solutions for Living At Home home-care with a new building

September 26, 2023

Grand Opening of New Home For Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community’s Award-Winning Homecare Division, Solutions for Living at Home, And Growing Human Resources Division. Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community announces…

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Richland One Alumni Profile: Author Mary Winn Heider’s career journey is a lesson for students trying to figure out their paths

September 26, 2023

Mary Winn Heider’s path to becoming an author could be a book she would see herself enjoying. She was a bartender on a train in Alaska, she traveled with circuses…

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Meredith Dial joins Make-A-Wish® South Carolina Board of Directors

September 26, 2023

This month, Make-A-Wish® South Carolina was proud to elect Meredith Dial, marketing manager for Dial Grimm and Rupert, to the chapter’s board of directors. “We are overjoyed to add Meredith…

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Trinity Partners Columbia voted Best Commercial Real Estate in The State’s Best

September 26, 2023

The State’s Best is an annual competition affiliated with The State, a daily newspaper published in Columbia. Each year, the “Best of” competition is an opportunity for businesses, organizations, and…

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October 6 Gallery Event features works by five artists

September 26, 2023

On Friday, October 6, from 6 to 9 p.m., Rob Shaw Framing and Gallery will host a reception for a month-long show featuring works by artists Rebecca Horne, Rob Shaw, George…

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Magnus Development Partners announces new 210,600-square-foot speculative development near Scout Motors

September 26, 2023

Magnus Development Partners has broken ground on its latest project named Access 77. The 210,600-square-foot, state-of-the-art spec industrial facility in Richland County. The building will be located in Northpoint Industrial…

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Cypress Adventures receives $50,000 grant from Power:Ed to expand its afterschool youth leadership program for middle and high school students

September 26, 2023

HARTSVILLE, SC – Cypress Adventures, Inc. has been awarded a $50,000 grant from Power:Ed, a philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to help meet the demand to expand its successful…

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Perry MacLennan named 2023 Leadership in Law honoree

September 26, 2023

FLORENCE, SC – Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Perry MacLennan has been selected as one of the 2023 South Carolina Lawyers Weekly Leadership in Law honorees. Perry is among…

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Giti Tire earns Top Safety Recognition Award

September 26, 2023

Giti Tire, one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers, is proud to announce it earned FM Global’s Highly Protected Risk Award this week. This award recognizes companies that meet the…

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Latitude Corp. expands U.S. footprint by establishing first South Carolina operations in Clarendon County

September 26, 2023

$29 million investment will create 200 new jobs Latitude Corp., a contract manufacturer of precision metal manufacturing solutions, today announced plans to expand its U.S. footprint by establishing operations in Clarendon…

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Richland Two Board of Trustees to meet Tuesday, September 26, 2023

September 26, 2023

The Richland School District Two Board of Trustees will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, September 26, 2023. The board meeting will be called to order at 5:30 p.m.…

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Richland County awards more than $1.7M in Grants to local nonprofits

September 26, 2023

Richland County Council voted to allocate Community Impact Grant funding to 37 nonprofits during its regular meeting Tuesday, Sept. 19, ahead of an Oct. 1 deadline. Funding totaled $1.785 million…

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MOA Korean BBQ opens at 1333 Main Street

September 26, 2023

MOA Korean BBQ celebrated the opening of their Columbia location at 1333 Main Street with a grand opening and ribbon cutting on Monday, Sept. 25. It is owner Sean Kim’s…

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South Carolina Boards of Medical Examiners, Nursing and Pharmacy Issue Joint Advisory Opinion on Retail IV Therapy Businesses

September 25, 2023

By Meghan Riordan and Sara Sykes The IV therapy business is booming across South Carolina—on every corner there seems to be a new IV/hydration/wellness storefront or mobile clinic advertising hangover…

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Marketing Minute Video: Creating Engaging Social Media Content

September 25, 2023

Marketing Minute by Hannah Lackey, NP Strategy Social media is an incredibly powerful tool for businesses to connect with their audience and build brand awareness. This week’s video shares tips…

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Free registration now open for Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence

September 25, 2023

The 2023 Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence will be held on Saturday, October 7, 2023 at Page Ellington Park, 2220 Gregg St, Columbia, SC 29207. October is Domestic Violence Awareness…

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Entrepreneur Minute – Jill Smith, Jill Smith & Associates Counseling

September 25, 2023

The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…

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