Business and community leaders recognized for financial support of MTC

June 23, 2017

Midlands Technical College (MTC) and the MTC Foundation recognized many of the college’s top loyal supporters and partners during its annual Celebration of Partnerships. Individuals and companies were honored for…

Columbia Water leads the way in Lower Saluda water quality program

June 22, 2017

Columbia Water is excited to partner with the Lower Saluda River Coalition to monitor water quality in the Lower Saluda River this summer. The wastewater division will be working with…

American Legion Department South Carolina Law Cadet Summer Program Graduation

June 22, 2017

The American Legion South Carolina Nathan M. Wolfe Law Enforcement Cadet Academy will hold its 44th commencement exercises starting at 1:00pm on Friday June 23, 2017 at the South Carolina…

Orangeburg educator selected as 2018 NEA Foundation Global Learning Fellow

June 22, 2017

Multifaceted yearlong learning journey to prepare Bessie Wright, students as global citizens The NEA Foundation named Bessie Wright, a kindergarten educator at Marshall Elementary School in Orangeburg, as one of…

ID system helps Richland County keep roll carts in place

June 22, 2017

Richland County is keeping tabs on its 160,000 trash and recycle roll carts with a technology commonly used in pets, library materials and the bibs of road race participants. The…

SCE&G offers customers rebates for energy-efficient air conditioning systems

June 22, 2017

It’s the first day of summer and SCE&G is reminding customers that rebates of up to $400 are available for upgrading to new energy-efficient air conditioning systems. SCE&G residential electric…

SCE&G offers customers rebates for energy-efficient air conditioning systems

June 22, 2017

It’s the first day of summer and SCE&G is reminding customers that rebates of up to $400 are available for upgrading to new energy-efficient air conditioning systems. SCE&G residential electric…

South Carolina’s first diabetic food pantry opens July 1

June 22, 2017

Lexington Medical Center, Harvest Hope Food Bank and the American Diabetes Association are working together to establish the first diabetic food pantry in South Carolina. Scheduled to open July 1,…

Siemens provides University of South Carolina with technology grant valued at $628 Million

June 22, 2017

Siemens and the University of South Carolina announced an in-kind grant of Siemens hardware and software with a commercial value of $628 million. As part of this grant, Siemens’ product…

Coming July 1: Changes at the pump and other road funding initiatives

June 22, 2017

On July 1 several tax changes will go into effect as part of the South Carolina Infrastructure and Economic Development Reform Act (“Act”) passed by the General Assembly during the…

Coming July 1: Changes at the pump and other road funding initiatives

June 22, 2017

On July 1 several tax changes will go into effect as part of the South Carolina Infrastructure and Economic Development Reform Act (“Act”) passed by the General Assembly during the…

The Walker Foundation appoints new Trustees

June 22, 2017

The Walker Foundation Announces New Appointment to the Board of Trustees and Officers for 2017-2018 The Walker Foundation, the fundraising arm of the South Carolina School for the Deaf and…

The Walker Foundation appoints new Trustees

June 22, 2017

The Walker Foundation Announces New Appointment to the Board of Trustees and Officers for 2017-2018 The Walker Foundation, the fundraising arm of the South Carolina School for the Deaf and…

Newly redesigned Richland Library Blythewood officially reopens

June 22, 2017

  After nearly a year of construction, Richland Library is reopening the doors to its Blythewood location and inviting the community to take a look at the newly redesigned facility.…

Smashburger donates more than $6,500 to Epworth Children’s Home

June 22, 2017

The Columbia area’s newest Smashburger, which opened in May at the Village at Sandhill, has donated $6,513.39 to Epworth Children’s Home as part of its opening month charitable partnership. During…

L-1 Visas and the Trump Administration

June 22, 2017

By Becky Sigmund and John Hill   International companies that choose South Carolina to establish a new location frequently rely on the L-1 intracompany visa program as the means to…

L-1 Visas and the Trump Administration

June 22, 2017

By Becky Sigmund and John Hill   International companies that choose South Carolina to establish a new location frequently rely on the L-1 intracompany visa program as the means to…

Open Heart Surgery: Preparing Mentally and Physically

June 22, 2017

Part 1 of 3   (See all 3 parts of this article here) By Mike DuBose with Dr. Surb Guram, MD and Blake DuBose   “It’s an ascending thoracic aortic aneurysm.…

Newly redesigned Richland Library Blythewood officially reopens

June 22, 2017

  After nearly a year of construction, Richland Library is reopening the doors to its Blythewood location and inviting the community to take a look at the newly redesigned facility.…

Open Heart Surgery: Preparing Mentally and Physically

June 22, 2017

Part 1 of 3   (See all 3 parts of this article here) By Mike DuBose with Dr. Surb Guram, MD and Blake DuBose   “It’s an ascending thoracic aortic aneurysm.…

Smashburger donates more than $6,500 to Epworth Children’s Home

June 22, 2017

The Columbia area’s newest Smashburger, which opened in May at the Village at Sandhill, has donated $6,513.39 to Epworth Children’s Home as part of its opening month charitable partnership. During…

The Walker Foundation appoints new Trustees

June 22, 2017

The Walker Foundation Announces New Appointment to the Board of Trustees and Officers for 2017-2018 The Walker Foundation, the fundraising arm of the South Carolina School for the Deaf and…

First Community Bank expands its commercial banking team

June 21, 2017

LEXINGTON, SC – First Community Bank is pleased to announce Kris Whitley and Ryan Barnes have joined the commercial banking team as vice presidents/Commercial Bankers. Each with more than 10…

Richland One to continue providing free meals for all students

June 21, 2017

During the 2017-2018 school year, Richland One will continue to offer meals at no cost to all students, regardless of family income. The average district family could save more than…

Columbia becomes first South Carolina city to commit to 100 percent clean energy

June 21, 2017

The Columbia City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved a resolution establishing a community-wide goal of transitioning to 100 percent clean and renewable energy by 2036. “It’s up to us as…

Six percent container growth, $262.3 million in capital expenditures projected for SC Ports Authority in fiscal year 2018

June 21, 2017

The South Carolina Ports Authority Board of Directors adopted a 2018 fiscal year financial plan that includes six percent pier container growth, $251.1 million operating revenues, $44.1 million operating earnings,…

Six percent container growth, $262.3 million in capital expenditures projected for SC Ports Authority in fiscal year 2018

June 21, 2017

The South Carolina Ports Authority Board of Directors adopted a 2018 fiscal year financial plan that includes six percent pier container growth, $251.1 million operating revenues, $44.1 million operating earnings,…

City Community Development receives John A. Sasso Award

June 21, 2017

  On Monday, June 19, 2017, the National Community Development Association (NCDA) recognized the City of Columbia Community Development Department as one of the winners of the 2017 John A.…

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announces Boiling Springs office

June 21, 2017

  GREENVILLE, SC – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announces the opening of the company’s Boiling Springs office. The new office is located at 312 Village Creek Drive…

Sherril Kendrick affiliates with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

June 21, 2017

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage announced that Sherril Kendrick, an experienced Real Estate Broker, has affiliated as a sales associate with its Sumter Coldwell Banker branch office. According to Kendrick, “I…

Solar Power comes to the Columbia Metropolitan Airport

June 21, 2017

Pictured left to right: Michael Gibson, Vice President of Con Edison Solutions; Keller Kissam, President of Retail Operations for SCE&G; State Representative James E. Smith Jr.; Dan Mann, Executive Director…

Chef Wes Fulmer of Motor Supply returns to roots for Newberry County Ag + Art Tour

June 21, 2017

A native of Prosperity, S.C., Chef Wes Fulmer of Motor Supply Co. Bistro in Columbia, S.C., will cook for a sold-out crowd at the Kickoff Event for the Newberry County…

Luke Furtick joins Cohn Construction Services as a summer intern

June 21, 2017

Luke Furtick joins Cohn Construction Services as a 2017 summer intern. Luke is a sophomore at Auburn University pursing a Bachelor’s degree in Building Science. He will be assisting and…

Avtec welcomes new summer interns

June 21, 2017

Avtec Inc. is pleased to welcome Eric Wolff, Joseph McKulka and Alex Branning as interns for Summer 2017. Wolff is a recent graduate of the University of South Carolina with…

King Charles Inn wins TripExperts’ 2017 Experts’ Choice Award

June 21, 2017

King Charles Inn, a boutique hotel pairing English heritage with Southern hospitality, has been named a recipient of the 2017 Experts’ Choice Awards from TripExpert. Reflecting views from professional travel…

Turner Padget shareholder named to Most Powerful Employment Attorney list

June 21, 2017

Turner Padget Graham & Laney P.A. announced that, for the sixth consecutive year, Reginald “Reggie” Belcher has been included in Human Resource Executive Magazine’s list of 40 “Up and Comers”…

Popular social justice workshop to return to Charleston

June 21, 2017

Strong demand for Racial Equity Institute training results in additional sessions In partnership with the YWCA of Greater Charleston, the Racial Equity Institute will conduct a social justice workshop from…

Charleston Symphony Orchestra welcomes Jeff Irwin as Finance Director

June 21, 2017

The CSO announced Jeff Irwin as the organization’s new Finance Director. Irwin will provide leadership of CSO’s finance and accounting operations and help optimize CSO’s financial performance and strategic position.…

NAI Avant finds new operations center for Hengshi USA

June 21, 2017

NAI Avant senior broker Nick Stomski, SIOR recently represented Hengshi USA Wind Power Materials Corp, in the acquisition of a ±112,000 square foot manufacturing facility located at 1440 Atlas Road…

OneWayLimo.com now available to all airports in South Carolina

June 21, 2017

New Web Application Gives Consumers Access to Luxury Limo Service at Discount Prices OneWayLimo.com (OWL) is now available throughout the state of South Carolina for travelers to have access to…

OneWayLimo.com now available to all airports in South Carolina

June 21, 2017

New Web Application Gives Consumers Access to Luxury Limo Service at Discount Prices OneWayLimo.com (OWL) is now available throughout the state of South Carolina for travelers to have access to…

Jay Montgomery named vice president of operations at SAFE Federal Credit Union

June 21, 2017

Jay Montgomery, who has been with SAFE Federal Credit Union for nine years, has been named vice president of operations at the credit union. Montgomery succeeds Michael Baker, who recently…

Avtec welcomes new summer interns

June 21, 2017

Avtec Inc. is pleased to welcome Eric Wolff, Joseph McKulka and Alex Branning as interns for Summer 2017. Wolff is a recent graduate of the University of South Carolina with…

Chef Wes Fulmer of Motor Supply returns to roots for Newberry County Ag + Art Tour

June 21, 2017

A native of Prosperity, S.C., Chef Wes Fulmer of Motor Supply Co. Bistro in Columbia, S.C., will cook for a sold-out crowd at the Kickoff Event for the Newberry County…

Jay Montgomery named vice president of operations at SAFE Federal Credit Union

June 21, 2017

Jay Montgomery, who has been with SAFE Federal Credit Union for nine years, has been named vice president of operations at the credit union. Montgomery succeeds Michael Baker, who recently…

Luke Furtick joins Cohn Construction Services as a summer intern

June 21, 2017

Luke Furtick joins Cohn Construction Services as a 2017 summer intern. Luke is a sophomore at Auburn University pursing a Bachelor’s degree in Building Science. He will be assisting and…

NAI Avant finds new operations center for Hengshi USA

June 21, 2017

NAI Avant senior broker Nick Stomski, SIOR recently represented Hengshi USA Wind Power Materials Corp, in the acquisition of a ±112,000 square foot manufacturing facility located at 1440 Atlas Road…

Commonwealth Commercial promotes Alex Crouch as Managing Director of its North and South Carolina operations

June 20, 2017

Commonwealth Commercial Partners, LLC, a leading full-service commercial real estate firm, has promoted Alex C. Crouch to a new position overseeing the company’s business interests in Charlotte, Greensboro, Raleigh/Durham, NC,…

Smith Moore Leatherwood welcomes attorney Robert Rogers

June 20, 2017

Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP announced the addition of attorney Robert “Rocky” C. Rogers. He will work with the firm’s Transportation and Logistics practice in the Greenville, S.C. office. As part…

Recruiting Solutions Branch Manager Caroline Culbertson graduates with Leadership Columbia

June 20, 2017

Recruiting Solutions is proud to announce that Caroline Culbertson, Columbia Branch Manager at Recruiting Solutions, graduated last week as a member of the Leadership Columbia Class of 2017. Leadership Columbia…