Fireflies announce 2025 promotional calendar

February 11, 2025

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…

SC Council on Competitiveness, IT-oLogy, and the University of South Carolina announce statewide robotics education partnership

February 11, 2025

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.…

Capital City/Lake Murray Country honors Senators Nikki Setzler and Katrina Shealy

February 10, 2025

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…

Audition to sing the National Anthem at Segra Park in 2025

February 10, 2025

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

February 10, 2025

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,…

Richland Two High School counseling program wins national recognition

February 10, 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…

Magnet Center named finalist for prestigious state award

February 10, 2025

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…

The Madness Begins!

February 10, 2025

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, partner at truematter, named Progress Champion

February 10, 2025

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…

Grammy® Winning Banjo Duo Béla Fleck & Abigail Washburn perform East Coast premiere of “Dreams in Flight” with SC Philharmonic

February 10, 2025

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…

Advertisement of Vacancies on Various Boards and Commissions

February 10, 2025

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

February 10, 2025

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, Partners creating GATHER COLA at BullStreet

February 10, 2025

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…

Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions

February 10, 2025

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…

SCETV President and CEO Adrienne Fairwell re-elected to America’s Public Television Stations Board of Trustees and elected Professional Vice Chair

February 10, 2025

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…

Global expedition leader begins DAY ONE as new director of the S.C. Department of Natural Resources

February 10, 2025

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,…

Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Essentially Ellington Regional comes to USC

February 9, 2025

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…

Scout Motors installs final steel beam for Production Center in Blythewood

February 9, 2025

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 College Baseball Opens Season Feb. 14 Against Georgetown

February 9, 2025

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…

Sheriff’s Department’s new Tactical Medical Program graduates 22

February 7, 2025

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 welcomes Reagan Knight as new local host for All Things Considered

February 7, 2025

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…

Governor appoints new Board Chair of South Carolina Research Authority

February 7, 2025

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.…

Building Trust, One Meal at a Time: How Serve & Connect is Transforming Communities Across the Carolinas

February 6, 2025

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 Head Football Coach Blair Hardin announces resignation

February 6, 2025

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…

Henry Cooper joins Colliers | South Carolina’s Real Estate Management Services team

February 6, 2025

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.…

City Council approves the installation of T2 Cosmo Pay Stations on Main Street

February 6, 2025

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…

Angelica Tyler joins the Original Six Foundation as Program Coordinator

February 6, 2025

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 announces strong year-end results

February 6, 2025

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…

Celebrate Black History Month with FREE Soda City Certified® scavenger hunt, highlighting historic Columbia sites + more

February 6, 2025

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 announces 2025 Board of Directors

February 5, 2025

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

February 5, 2025

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…

Colliers South Carolina Industrial Report: Upstate absorption carries statewide performance

February 5, 2025

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…

Welcoming the new person

February 5, 2025

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.…

Free lecture to address Air Force intelligence analysis in Vietnam

February 5, 2025

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 Peake named to S.C. Bar’s 2025 S.C. Bar Leadership Academy

February 5, 2025

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…

The Rast McFadden Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley named to Forbes Magazine’s Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams

February 4, 2025

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…

Stamp Collecting is Risky Business in comic thriller Mauritius at USC’s Longstreet Theatre

February 4, 2025

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…

Williams-Brice Stadium project receives state approvals

February 4, 2025

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…

Fresh on the Menu launches People’s Choice Awards

February 4, 2025

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 extends partnership with Instacart for Grocery Access Pilot Program

February 4, 2025

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…

A Conversation with Joshua Snead, Rainwalk Technology

February 4, 2025

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 announces new website, improving information access

February 4, 2025

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,…

SCDOT hosts groundbreaking ceremony for Scout Motors Drive Interchange Project

February 4, 2025

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…

Governor Henry McMaster, Together SC, United Way Association of SC and AmeriCorps SC announce 2025 Governor’s Volunteer Award recipients 

February 4, 2025

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…

Columbia Boat Show coming Feb. 21-23 to S.C. State Fairgrounds

February 4, 2025

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…

The Nickelodeon Theater presents “Rhythm of Revolution: A Celebration of Black Music and Culture” this Black History Month

February 4, 2025

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…

SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding

February 4, 2025

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,…

Ribbon cutting set for The Game Show Challenge in the Vista

February 4, 2025

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…

SBA names Melissa Lindler new South Carolina District Director

February 4, 2025

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,…

Endeavor celebrates Caper’s Birthday with $11 day passes

February 3, 2025

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…