Back Open with A New Look: Richland Library Main’s First Level

May 31, 2017

The transformation at Richland Library’s Main location (1431 Assembly Street) continues, and starting Tuesday, May 30, staff are unveiling the recently renovated and reconfigured First Level. We are encouraging the…

Take a bite out of hunger and save on zoo admission during Toucan Tuesdays

May 30, 2017

Visit Riverbanks Zoo and Garden on a Tuesday this summer and help curb hunger in the Midlands. Guests will receive pay-one-price admission to the park with a donation of two…

Dollar General now open in Lexington

May 30, 2017

Dollar General’s newest store at 1524 N Lake Drive in Lexington is now open!  In its new location, Dollar General will offer area residents a convenient new place to shop…

EPA awards $1.15 million to South Carolina to protect water quality

May 30, 2017

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) awarded a $1,156,250 grant to the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) to help protect human health and the environment. The…

EPA awards $1.15 million to South Carolina to protect water quality

May 30, 2017

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) awarded a $1,156,250 grant to the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) to help protect human health and the environment. The…

NAI Avant brokers sale of medical office building in Summerville

May 30, 2017

NAI Avant announced the recent investment property sale of 809 North Cedar Street in Summerville, SC, by senior broker Thomas Boulware, CCIM. The ±5,800 square foot (SF) medical office building…

Carolina Kidney Alliance meeting discusses renal care in South Carolina

May 30, 2017

The third annual Carolina Kidney Alliance Meeting took place on April 29, 2017 On April 29th, 2017, Carolina Nephrology and Columbia Nephrology hosted the third Annual Carolina Kidney Alliance meeting at…

Carolina Kidney Alliance meeting discusses renal care in South Carolina

May 30, 2017

The third annual Carolina Kidney Alliance Meeting took place on April 29, 2017 On April 29th, 2017, Carolina Nephrology and Columbia Nephrology hosted the third Annual Carolina Kidney Alliance meeting at…

Wyche, P.A. recognized as a Leading Law Firm by Chambers USA

May 30, 2017

Chambers USA (“Chambers”) has recognized Wyche and 13 of its attorneys in the 2017 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business.  Wyche’s Corporate/M&A, Litigation, Environment, and Real Estate…

Wyche, P.A. recognized as a Leading Law Firm by Chambers USA

May 30, 2017

Chambers USA (“Chambers”) has recognized Wyche and 13 of its attorneys in the 2017 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business.  Wyche’s Corporate/M&A, Litigation, Environment, and Real Estate…

Students win first at ‘classical’ competition

May 30, 2017

  White Knoll High School students brought home multiple awards from a challenging competition. The South Carolina Junior Classical League Spring Forum, held on March 18, tested students in the…

Nate Barber joins Board of Certified Development Corporation

May 30, 2017

Nate Barber, senior vice president and community development officer at South State Bank in Columbia, has been elected to the Board of Directors of Certified Development Corporation of SC (CDC).…

Nate Barber joins Board of Certified Development Corporation

May 30, 2017

Nate Barber, senior vice president and community development officer at South State Bank in Columbia, has been elected to the Board of Directors of Certified Development Corporation of SC (CDC).…

Greater Lexington Chamber, Greater Irmo Chamber partner for business expo

May 30, 2017

The Greater Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center and Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce will partner to host the 2017 Business Lexpo on Tuesday, July 25 at 11 a.m. at River…

Lizard’s Thicket renovating popular Elmwood location

May 30, 2017

Lizard’s Thicket, the nearly 40-year-old, family-owned and operated restaurant specializing in traditional Southern fare with 15 locations in South Carolina, announces plans to close its 818 Elmwood Ave. location for…

Turner Padget earns national recognition in Chambers USA

May 30, 2017

Turner Padget Graham & Laney P.A. is pleased to announce the firm’s national recognition in the 2017 edition of Chambers USA, a highly regarded legal directory, featuring client-led intelligence on…

Turner Padget earns national recognition in Chambers USA

May 30, 2017

Turner Padget Graham & Laney P.A. is pleased to announce the firm’s national recognition in the 2017 edition of Chambers USA, a highly regarded legal directory, featuring client-led intelligence on…

Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina volunteer honored at National Volunteer Summit

May 30, 2017

Junior Achievement (JA) of Greater South Carolina announced that David Pankau, CEO of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, was chosen from more than 237,000 U.S. volunteers as one of 11…

Greater Lexington Chamber, Greater Irmo Chamber partner for business expo

May 30, 2017

The Greater Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center and Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce will partner to host the 2017 Business Lexpo on Tuesday, July 25 at 11 a.m. at River…

Lizard’s Thicket renovating popular Elmwood location

May 30, 2017

Lizard’s Thicket, the nearly 40-year-old, family-owned and operated restaurant specializing in traditional Southern fare with 15 locations in South Carolina, announces plans to close its 818 Elmwood Ave. location for…

Students win first at ‘classical’ competition

May 30, 2017

  White Knoll High School students brought home multiple awards from a challenging competition. The South Carolina Junior Classical League Spring Forum, held on March 18, tested students in the…

Citadel School of Engineering: industry leader recognitions and faculty awards

May 29, 2017

Academy of Engineers celebrates industry leaders The Citadel School of Engineering Academy of Engineers highlights engineering leaders from the public and private sectors for achievements in their professional endeavors, as…

MUSC Foundation for Research Development announces two new board members

May 29, 2017

CHARLESTON, SC – MUSC Foundation for Research Development (FRD) has announced the appointment of two new members to its board of directors, as well as the full slate of directors…

Charleston District’s Civil Works program for fiscal years 2017 and 2018

May 29, 2017

CHARLESTON, SC – In good news for South Carolina, more than $100 million was allocated to the Charleston District’s Civil Works program for FY 2017. The FY 2017 program includes funding…

The stars aligned at Magnolia Gardens to benefit Make-A-Wish South Carolina

May 29, 2017

  “An Evening of Jazz Under the Stars” raised more than $65,000 for Make-A-Wish South Carolina, a statewide charity that grants unique experiences for children with life-threatening medical conditions. During…

MUSC researchers cited for excellence in science

May 29, 2017

CHARLESTON, SC – Dean G. Kilpatrick, Ph.D., and Michael G. Schmidt, Ph.D., were awarded the state’s highest honor, the Governor’s Award for Excellence in Science during a ceremony Wednesday in…

SCDOT creates detour for girder erection over I-85 beginning May 30

May 26, 2017

SCDOT cautions drivers to expect detours nightly on I-85 North Bound beginning Tuesday, May 30 through Thursday, June 1. The work is scheduled to begin each night at 10:00. The detour…

SCDOT creates detour for girder erection over I-85 beginning May 30

May 26, 2017

SCDOT cautions drivers to expect detours nightly on I-85 North Bound beginning Tuesday, May 30 through Thursday, June 1. The work is scheduled to begin each night at 10:00. The detour…

The “Green Book of South Carolina” launches as mobile travel guide to S.C. African American cultural sites

May 26, 2017

The first-ever mobile travel guide to S.C. African American cultural sites, the Green Book of South Carolina, has been launched by the South Carolina African American Heritage Commission, offering residents…

The “Green Book of South Carolina” launches as mobile travel guide to S.C. African American cultural sites

May 26, 2017

The first-ever mobile travel guide to S.C. African American cultural sites, the Green Book of South Carolina, has been launched by the South Carolina African American Heritage Commission, offering residents…

Graham questions OMB Director Mulvaney on Trump budget

May 26, 2017

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), member of the Senate Budget Committee, questioned Director of the White House’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Mick Mulvaney on…

Graham questions OMB Director Mulvaney on Trump budget

May 26, 2017

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), member of the Senate Budget Committee, questioned Director of the White House’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Mick Mulvaney on…

Green Book of S.C. Travel Guide to Increase Impact of $2.4 Billion S.C. African American Travel Industry 

May 26, 2017

Major new international tourism tool launched by S.C. African American Heritage Commission The first-ever mobile travel guide to S.C. African American cultural sites, the Green Book of South Carolina, has…

Green Book of S.C. Travel Guide to increase impact of $2.4 billion S.C. African American travel industry 

May 26, 2017

Major new international tourism tool launched by S.C. African American Heritage Commission The first-ever mobile travel guide to S.C. African American cultural sites, the Green Book of South Carolina, has…

Changes to the Freedom of Information Act good for the public, the news media and open government

May 26, 2017

Changes to the state’s Freedom of Information Act benefit the public, news media and open government. This session, legislators crafted H3352 to make all public bodies more responsive to records…

Changes to the Freedom of Information Act good for the public, the news media and open government

May 26, 2017

Changes to the state’s Freedom of Information Act benefit the public, news media and open government. This session, legislators crafted H3352 to make all public bodies more responsive to records…

Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College welcomes diverse acts in sixth season

May 26, 2017

Stage, screen, circus performers, and blues legends – audiences can see it all with the package and pass options available now The Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (HT@MTC) sixth…

Quackenbush+ Architects Wins AIA SC Honor Award

May 26, 2017

Quackenbush Architects + Planners announced that the firm has won a prestigious American Institute of Architects (AIA) award for its Russell House Leadership and Service Center project at the University…

Quackenbush Architects + Planners announces three newly licensed architects

May 26, 2017

Quackenbush Architects + Planners announced that three of its team members—Wendy Michelle Bertani AIA, LEED AP, Kyle Fant AIA, and Spencer Hutchinson AIA—passed the Architectural Registration Examination and are now…

Chambers USA names 79 Ogletree Deakins attorneys to 2017 list

May 26, 2017

Ogletree Deakins, one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to announce that 79 of the firm’s attorneys have been included in the 2017 edition…

Chambers USA names 79 Ogletree Deakins attorneys to 2017 list

May 26, 2017

Ogletree Deakins, one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to announce that 79 of the firm’s attorneys have been included in the 2017 edition…

USC dedicates new vault and scanning center for Marine Corps film collection

May 26, 2017

By W. Thomas Smith Jr.     COLUMBIA, SC –  University of South Carolina (USC) Pres. Harris Pastides and USC’s Dean of Libraries Thomas McNally dedicated the University’s new film-vault…

Green Book of S.C. Travel Guide to increase impact of $2.4 billion S.C. African American travel industry 

May 26, 2017

Major new international tourism tool launched by S.C. African American Heritage Commission The first-ever mobile travel guide to S.C. African American cultural sites, the Green Book of South Carolina, has…

USC dedicates new vault and scanning center for Marine Corps film collection

May 26, 2017

By W. Thomas Smith Jr.     COLUMBIA, SC –  University of South Carolina (USC) Pres. Harris Pastides and USC’s Dean of Libraries Thomas McNally dedicated the University’s new film-vault…

1Q2017 National Ranking for Wallick Investments

May 25, 2017

Wallick Investments, LLC is pleased to be recognized once again for consistency and high level performance across a number of its portfolios over multiple time periods. Wallick Investments’ Fidelis Composite…

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd shareholder graduates Leadership South Carolina

May 25, 2017

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. congratulates Florence shareholder John Scott on his graduation from Leadership South Carolina. Scott is one of 54 members who make up the organization’s class of 2017.…

Lexington District One offers summer food service program

May 25, 2017

This summer, Lexington County School District One again participates in the Summer Food Service Program, a free summer food service program for children 18-years-old and younger. The program runs Monday…

Shene named Charlotte Metro area executive at First Citizens Bank

May 25, 2017

RALEIGH, NC – First Citizens Bank has named Andy Shene as its Charlotte Metro area executive. Most recently, he served as the bank’s York County, S.C., market executive. His responsibilities…

1Q2017 National Ranking for Wallick Investments

May 25, 2017

Wallick Investments, LLC is pleased to be recognized once again for consistency and high level performance across a number of its portfolios over multiple time periods. Wallick Investments’ Fidelis Composite…

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd shareholder graduates Leadership South Carolina

May 25, 2017

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. congratulates Florence shareholder John Scott on his graduation from Leadership South Carolina. Scott is one of 54 members who make up the organization’s class of 2017.…