Each January, more people across the country choose to participate in “Dry January,” a month-long pause from alcohol that gives individuals a chance to reset after the holidays and take…
Max Metcalf, of Greenville County, was named Chairman of the South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission at the Commission’s January 15, 2026 meeting in Columbia. “I’m honored to be elected…
By Jeff Becraft Back around Christmas time, we went to New Jersey to see Brenda’s mom and sister. In fact, we had Christmas Eve dinner from a travel plaza…
Experience Columbia SC announced its new group of local ambassadors Wednesday evening in conjunction with the launch of this year’s Columbia SC Insider’s Guide publication, available now at the Columbia…
SC Launch Inc., the investment affiliate of the South Carolina Research Authority, has invested $250,000 in SiteMarker Inc. The Mt. Pleasant-based startup has revolutionized geolocation tools and techniques, making reporting…
The Grand Willow hotel, located at 1571 Freed Street in Columbia’s BullStreet District, announced it has officially earned designation as part of Hilton’s Curio Collection, marking a meaningful milestone for…
Highest percentage of announced rural capital investment and new jobs in over a decade The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) released its 2025 industry recruitment results, marking a milestone…
Event presented by Next Level Partners explores leadership, storytelling, and career evolution ahead of National Girls & Women in Sports Day The University of South Carolina College of Information and Communications…
Who: City of Columbia Human Resources Department and Columbia Police Department What: The City of Columbia Police Department will host a hiring event to share details about the Police Officer Candidate and…
By Tom Poland For the first time in my life I was alone in my church. The old Regulator wall clock ticked away as I ticked away the families…
He was the father of Robert E. Lee. And so much more. Mike Burgess, an outspoken, award-winning high school history teacher, will deliver a free lecture about Revolutionary War hero…
SC Thrive, a nonprofit dedicated to leading South Carolinians to stability by providing innovative and efficient access to quality-of-life resources, announced the appointment of Casey Pash as its new President and…
Anchor Investment Management, LLC, a leading asset management firm based in Columbia, South Carolina, announced that Robert Norman, investment associate, has earned his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) certification—one of the…
McCrory Construction, South Carolina’s oldest general contractor, has announced a leadership transition that reflects the next step in a long-term succession process that began in 2020. Effective January 1, 2026,…
King’s North at Myrtle Beach National, one of Arnold Palmer’s most recognizable designs, has completed a sweeping, two-year renovation that redefined the playing experience. Led by acclaimed architect Brandon Johnson,…
Boutique wedding planning and design studio based in the Midlands of South Carolina serves couples statewide and beyond. Balazs Events, a boutique wedding planning and design studio based in the…
New online programs expand access to high-quality educational opportunities across South Carolina and beyond The University of South Carolina Upstate is partnering with Risepoint, an education technology company that helps…
January is recognized nationwide as Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month (Treatment Month), an observance led by the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration to raise awareness about treatment…
Septic systems owners in the Congaree Creek Watershed can apply for funding to help repair or replace their failing or malfunctioning existing septic systems. Lexington County residents in the Congaree…
On November 18th, the teams of Hood Construction and Cheatham Fletcher Scott Architects + Designers joined Belvedere Elementary School’s administrators and staff to celebrate the ground breaking of their new kitchen,…
The Rotary Club of Lexington is proud to announce RotaryFest, a signature community fundraiser benefiting student scholarships in Lexington School District One. The event will take place on Friday, March…
A new independent study finds the SC Technical College System delivers a strong return on public investment while playing a critical role in keeping skilled workers in South Carolina. The…
Ellison Kibler ranked #1 in South Carolina on the Forbes “Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams” 2026 list. Published on January 7, 2026. Rankings based on data as of March 31 2025.…
Trinity Partners recently completed the following notable commercial real estate transactions during the last quarter of 2025. Sales Transactions • Braden Shockley, SIOR, Roger Winn, SIOR, and Will McGregor represented…
Bill would require lifesaving cardiac emergency plans and AED access in all public schools statewide. Advocates, including educators, medical professionals, and other community members, will gather on at 11:30 a.m.…
New Economic Impact Report Confirms Contraceptive Access is a High-Value Workforce and Fiscal Strategy, Generating Hundreds of Millions in Annual Net Benefit A new economic impact report authored by lead…
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is kicking off 2026 with the arrival of two young African lions, the return of Free Fridays for local residents, and a full lineup of events…
M. Malissa Burnette, a co-founder of Burnette Shutt & McDaniel, has been named to the 50 Most Influential Hall of Fame. The annual list, compiled by Columbia Business Monthly, recognizes…
SMITH | ROBINSON announced that attorneys Alex Atkinson and Austin Reed have been named Members of the firm. Atkinson practices in the firm’s Sumter office, where his work focuses on…
Three Nonprofits to Receive a Full Year of Professional Landscaping Services Heritage, a leading provider of commercial landscape solutions for South Carolina businesses, announced today the launch of a new…
New federal rules could affect real estate tax mailings Residents who typically mail their County tax payments are advised that recent federal changes to the U.S. Postal Service’s (USPS) mail-processing…
Better Business Bureau (BBB) Serving Central SC and Charleston is proud to announce its 2026 Board of Directors, a group of respected local leaders dedicated to advancing trust and integrity…
Following a year of announcements for unprecedented growth, the Main Street District has announced its full board member list and slate of new officers for 2026. Accomplishments and Appreciation for…
NAI Columbia announced that John Gregory, PE, SIOR, CCIM, Bill Lamar, and Tristan Lee successfully represented Hoffman Columbia, LLC in the acquisition of a ±53,500 SF flex building located at…
Books on Broad Hosts Author Talk and Booksigning for Mayor Vincent Sheheen’s The Concise Guide to South Carolina State Government Books on Broad will host Mayor Vincent Sheheen for a…
Harvesting Heritage: Gathering Ground featuring Chef Amethyst Ganaway Saturday, Feb. 21 | 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. and 6 – 8:30 p.m. The South Carolina State Museum will return to…
Sponsored by First Citizens Bank THIS Thursday, Jan. 15 | 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. Guests are invited to experience live music in the museum’s Observatory with this returning concert series featuring…
Prisma Health has appointed Steve LeBlond as Chief Information Officer and Digital Officer. In this role, LeBlond will lead the organization’s technology strategy, focusing on digital transformation, artificial intelligence adoption…
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…
Who: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, Councilman Ed McDowell, City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities and representatives from 5 Star Dental Academy What: The City of Columbia announced the grand opening of 5 Star…
In partnership with Change.org (the world’s leading platform for social change), the City of Columbia is participating in a new initiative called “Ideas for Change” through which we will identify creative, community-driven…
Team will hire hundreds of seasonal part-time staff for 2026 season The Columbia Fireflies will be hosting a job fair at Segra Park Saturday, January 24 from 12-2 pm. The team is looking to…
Researchers at the University of South Carolina are leading the country to improve the health of millions of people with fragile X disorders — some of the most common but…
More South Carolinians are now eligible to open Palmetto ABLE Savings Accounts and save for their future Treasurer Loftis announces the federal ABLE Age Adjustment Act went into effect on…
National Alliance on Mental Illness South Carolina (NAMI SC), the state’s leading grassroots organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals living with mental illness and their families,…
Trinity Partners Columbia announced that Jake Nidiffer and Braden Shockley have been named Partners of the firm’s Columbia office. “Dedication, commitment, grit and loyalty are traits that sometimes feel fleeting…
South Carolina Black Belt Hall of Fame presents several awards during ceremonial dinner in the Upstate By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Guests and inductees of the S.C. Black Belt Hall…
Pope Flynn, a South Carolina-based law firm concentrating in public finance and governmental law, has added Benjamin Price as an associate in the firm’s public finance and governmental law practices.…
Press conference addresses the good and not-so-good in terms of criminal activity over the previous year By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott held a first-of-the-year press…
EXHIBITIONS Keith Haring: Radiant Vision On view through February 15, 2026 Keith Haring (1958–1990) emerged as a shooting star of the New York art scene in the 1980s. His signature…