Once again, a national directory of top law firms has awarded Richardson Thomas its highest ranking in an impressive variety of categories. The 2025 edition of “Best Law Firms®” places…
Pope Flynn, a law firm concentrating in public finance and governmental law, has achieved a Band 1 Banking & Finance ranking for South Carolina in the 2024 USA Chambers and…
Addison Homes, a South Carolina home builder which specializes in building healthy, high-performance homes that emphasize resilience to natural disasters, increased comfort and durability, better indoor air quality, and ultra…
Donations will be distributed through Court-Appointed Special Advocates program For the eighth consecutive holiday season, Richland County residents have the chance to help “Stuff an Ambulance” to help children in…
Cola Love, in partnership with the University of South Carolina’s Philosophy Department, announced The Philosophy of Five Points, an evening event dedicated to bridging the gap between academia and the…
700 meals were provided to veterans On Saturday, November 9, Samsung Electronics Home Appliances America (SEHA) hosted its Eighth Annual Veterans Day Luncheon in Newberry, continuing its commitment to recognize…
The South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum will reopen for general admission on Dec. 6, starting at 10 a.m., as usual. Or at least, “as usual” back before…
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. has been named a top-tier firm by Best Lawyers® in its 2025 “Best Law Firms” rankings for the 15th consecutive year. The firm earned a national…
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group…
In recognition of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is reminding residents about the important health connection between their heart and brain. Research shows that…
Thirteen South Carolina schools were recently awarded grants to support the education of the next generation of environmental stewards, the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) announced today. The “Champions…
As South Carolina transitions from election season to the start of the next legislative session, the Palmetto State Teachers Association announced the release of the association’s 2025 F.O.C.U.S. Agenda. PSTA…
Atticus Pharma, Blotting Innovations, GreenCape Health, and Tikvah Health & Wellness were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Health Evolve Technologies received new grant funding. All SCRA Member…
Charleston / Columbia / Greenville / Spartanburg, SC – Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our offices across the state in Q3…
Sunbelt Business Brokers, a leading mergers and acquisitions adviser for privately held businesses, is excited to announce the successful sale of College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving of Columbia to…
South Carolina Afterschool Alliance (SCAA) announced the launch of a youth career readiness program focusing on the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) in South Carolina. STEM Next…
Lourie Law Firm is being honored once again by Best Law Firms in America®. In its 2025 edition, the national guide has placed the firm in Tier 1 in the…
Le Creuset, a global cookware, bakeware and kitchen tools brand, announced it is expanding its operations in Hampton County. The company’s $30 million investment will create 30 new jobs. Founded…
On Tuesday, November 5, Richland County voters opted to extend the County’s 1 percent special sales and use tax, also known as the “Penny Tax,” which has funded transportation infrastructure…
By Jeff Becraft I voted early this year. (And this is not an email to sway anyone in a particular political direction.) As I was standing in line, I…
Once again, Burnette Shutt & McDaniel has earned Tier 1 honors in six categories for the Columbia area in the just-released 2025 edition of “Best Law Firms®.” Burnette Shutt &…
Callison Tighe & Robinson was named to the top tier for the Columbia region by Best Law Firms in a total of eight practice areas. This is the 15th year…
Collins & Lacy, P.C., a leading defense litigation firm in South Carolina, announced that they have been ranked among the Best Law Firms® for 2025 by the legal rankings company,…
By Tom Poland CUMBERLAND SOUND, Fernandina Beach, Florida (Nov. 1, 2024): The catamaran motors by pelicans perched upon piers. It passes monstrous, red-orange contraptions that could be the Martian…
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q3 2024 Columbia Industrial Market Highlights Industrial activity continued its steady pace as the Columbia market absorbed 396,444 square feet, lowering vacancy to…
Quackenbush Architects + Planners recently received a 2024 American Institute of Architects South Carolina Citation Award for their work on the new classroom addition at Carver-Lyon Elementary School in Richland…
The Darla Moore School of Business’ Sonoco International Business Department is being recognized by the Columbia World Affairs Council for the renowned IB program’s 50-year anniversary with the 2024 Global…
Cameron W. DeBoy has joined the growing team of lawyers with Collins & Lacy, P.C.’s Retail & Hospitality Practice Group. Cameron was a member of the Corps of Cadets at…
The S.C. Confederate Relic Room & Military Museum will welcome you to the South Carolina Military Miniature Society’s 33rd Annual Toy Soldier Show on Saturday, Nov. 9, from 10 a.m.…
Flock and Rally, a full-service communications and marketing agency based in Columbia, South Carolina, announced that Haley Nelson and Maiya Wingfield have joined their growing channel strategy team. “We’re excited…
South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU) announced a generous gift from First Citizens Bank in the amount of $10,000. This contribution will go toward SCICU’s Student Lifeline Grant Program,…
Novant Health becomes largest urgent care provider in South Carolina and adds 20 physical therapy clinics As part of its commitment to building a healthier future, Novant Health has closed…
South Carolina Association for Community Economic Development (SCACED), in partnership with Mary Reynolds Babcock Fund and SC Counts, announced forty-four (44) grantees of the 2024 Voter Engagement Mini-Grants who received…
Cason Development Group has expanded its team with the addition of Brad Stutts, a Columbia native and 25-year veteran of the construction and real estate development industry, as Vice President…
Families in Clinton are in for a festive treat as the Clinton Library gears up to host an exciting and educational event, Off to the Races!, on November 12 at…
Black Belt Hall of Famer Bruce Brutschy receives South Carolina’s highest honor By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Bruce Hammond Brutschy, an accomplished national martial arts tournament fighter and S.C. Black…
By Jeff Becraft I was once reading a book by Tony Dungy and he was describing a time in his life where he was heading into an interview with…
On Monday, October 28, over 200 dedicated educators from across South Carolina gathered at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center for the annual South Carolina Finance Forum, a premier event dedicated…
By Tom Poland When I heard Hurricane Helene destroyed some 42,000 pecan trees in Georgia, I thought of my mother and my last pecan pie, not the last…
The SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, a public, residential high school for the arts in Greenville, is hosting its largest event of the year—Go Govie! Day—for families…
Wyche, a leading full-service law firm with offices across South Carolina, announced that Jessica Lerer Fickling has joined the firm as a Member in its litigation practice group. Fickling will concentrate…
Representatives from multiple state agencies and stakeholder groups joined Gov. Henry McMaster for the first meeting of the WaterSC Water Resources Working Group. WaterSC is a newly launched statewide initiative…
The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Disaster Survivor Assistance (DSA) teams will begin door-to-door visits with City of Columbia and Richland County residents Thursday, Oct. 31 in the aftermath of Hurricane…
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) wants to help riders exercise their right to vote. The COMET fixed route buses and DART services will be free for those…
The City of Columbia, Prisma Health® and National Fitness Campaign (NFC) unveiled not one, but two new outdoor Fitness Courts® at Greenview Park and Finlay Park. The ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at…
The Mast General Store welcomes Columbia Sportswear’s partnership for this year’s Share the Warmth campaign. Columbia jumpstarted the drive with a donation of coats to Hurricane Helene relief efforts. This…
$6 million investment will create 25 new jobs FAST FACTS AAC East, LLC (AAC East) is expanding its Marlboro County operations. The company’s $6 million investment will create 25 new…
The battle of Ia Drang in 1965 was the first great clash between the U.S. and North Vietnamese armies. About 237 Americans were killed, along with 132 South Vietnamese, and…
Plus, explore the museum after-hours during the Holiday Planetarium Lighting on Dec. 5 This holiday season, guests are invited to visit the South Carolina State Museum to explore the beauty…
We Are Sharing Hope SC (SHSC) is honoring tissue donors during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, for their decision to donate to so many women across the state of who are…