Current City Poet Laureate Will Not Renew Term Jennifer Bartell Boykin has served as the second Poet Laureate of the City of Columbia since 2023. Her four year term ends…
Embark on a globetrotting expedition to the Age of Reptiles as a fan-favorite traveling exhibit returns to the Botanical Garden! Riverbanks Zoo and Garden presents Dinosaurs Around the World: The…
There’s an old joke about the American Revolution. It says the Patriots must have won a coin toss at the start, and elected to shoot from behind rocks and trees…
Leon Lott receives permanent name-recognition within the ongoing development of Centennial Park By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott, a South Carolina Military Veterans Hall of Fame…
Korn Ferry Tour event returns to Columbia May 20-23, 2027 Following a successful inaugural year, the Colonial Life Charity Classic is set to return to Woodcreek Golf Club May 20-23,…
5 Points Social, a new sports bar and entertainment venue in Columbia’s Five Points district, will celebrate its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday, Aug. 13. Located at 632…
Guests from across South Carolina gathered August 1 for an America 250! Tea Party to commemorate two significant anniversaries. The first marked the 250th anniversary of the death of Revolutionary…
Colliers | South Carolina announced the addition of James Wilson to the accounting team as a Property Accountant Supervisor, supporting the company’s four South Carolina offices. Wilson will oversee all…
By Christine Williams President, Bank of America Myrtle Beach For many families, back-to-school shopping comes at a moment when budgets are already stretched. Fortunately, a few upcoming savings opportunities can…
Pyramid Contracting announced that the South Carolina Department of Education Headquarters has been recognized as a 2026 Varco Pruden Hall of Fame Best of Category Winner in the Conventional Category.…
Ameris Bank is strengthening its leadership in South Carolina with the appointment of market presidents in the Midlands, Charleston and Greenville, three important growth areas across the state. Marvin Robinson…
South Carolina-based Coastal Crust officially opened its newest restaurant Tuesday in Columbia’s BullStreet District following a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by city leaders and project developers. The family-owned restaurant, located at…
Expanded partnership supports weatherization and hazard resilience initiatives for resource-constrained households in storm-prone areas The South Carolina Office of Resilience (SCOR) and Google announced an expanded collaboration with Habitat for…
Solid Structures has completed construction on the Lexington County Coroner’s Office relocation to Red Bank Crossing, a major public facility project designed to better support the growing needs of Lexington…
A Combined Century of Community Service Unites to Shape the Future of Lexington County Mission Lexington announced a significant contribution from the Hoover family toward the Mission on the Move…
When local food disappears from school cafeterias, it is not just farmers who feel the impact. Students lose access to fresh, nutritious meals, schools have fewer local options, and communities…
Wagner Wealth Management has been named the Best Investment Firm in the Upstate for the fourth consecutive year in The Greenville News’ Best of the Upstate Official Community’s Choice awards.…
Urban Land Institute of South Carolina (ULI SC) welcomed Sarah Lewis as their new Project Assistant. Sarah will join the organization in August and will be responsible for expanding ULI…
NAI Columbia announced the addition of Drew Herndon as its new Help Desk Coordinator. A Midlands native, Drew has already become a valued member of the firm’s property management team,…
Three attorneys at Burnette Shutt & McDaniel, including a firm co-founder, are included in the just-released edition of “Legal Elite of the Midlands.” The attorneys and their practice areas: Kathleen…
Seven from Moore Bradley Myers (MBM) have been named to the 2026 Legal Elite by Columbia Business Monthly. “We have a lot of talent at Moore Bradley Myers, and I’m…
Turner Padget announced that 21 attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 Legal Elite, an annual distinction honoring South Carolina attorneys who are nominated by their peers for excellence in…
The University of South Carolina system raised a record $357.6 million in private support during fiscal year 2026 — the most in its history, shattering the previous fundraising record of…
Calhoun County Council Vice Chairman Cecil M. Thornton, Jr. was elected president of the South Carolina Association of Counties (SCAC) for 2026-27 during the Association’s Annual Conference held July 27-30.…
By Tom Poland “You forget what you want to remember, and you remember what you want to forget.” Cormac McCarthy’s words. Lord knows I’d like to forget some things, namely…
Recognition highlights strong financial management, fiscal responsibility Richland County was recently awarded the highest possible credit ratings from two of the nation’s premier credit rating bureaus. This prestigious recognition reflects…
A new program at the University of South Carolina will help autistic youth throughout the state receive better mental health support thanks to a grant received from The Duke Endowment.…
SMITH | ROBINSON announced that five attorneys have been selected to the 2026 listing of the “Midlands Legal Elite” by Columbia Business Monthly. The attorneys and the practice area(s) they…
By Chelsea Bennett, Founder and CEO of Ivey Palmer PR Great organizations rarely fail because of a flawed product, a weak mission, or incompetent leadership. They fail because they suffer…
By Reba Hull Campbell I’ve never met an Anne Lamott book I didn’t love. Most I’ve read multiple times. Anne’s writing is saucy, insightful, sometimes a little edgy, and…
Four East Georgia Branches Officially Transition to Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union After Successful Acquisition Aug. 3 marks the first official day of service as four former Southern Bank locations…
Legendary Marine officer enshrined in the S.C. Military Veterans Hall of Fame By Christopher David Carter Major James Charles Capers Jr., U.S. Marine Corps (Ret.), a June 2026 recipient of…
Twelve Robinson Gray attorneys have been named to Columbia Business Monthly’s annual “Legal Elite of the Midlands” list. Selected through voting by local practicing attorneys, “Legal Elite” recognizes Midlands lawyers…
Bluestein Attorneys is pleased to announce that two of its partners, Clarke Newton and Allison Sullivan, have been named to Columbia Business Monthly’s “Legal Elite” list for 2026. Published annually…
Callison Tighe attorneys Harry Dixon and Alex Weatherly are being recognized in the 2026 edition of “Legal Elite.” Mr. Dixon is recognized for his work in Civil Litigation. He represents…
The Emergency Nurses Association announced their 2026 Lantern Award Winners this week Lexington Medical Center’s emergency department has been selected as a recipient of the 2026 Lantern Award by the…
The South Carolina Bar Young Lawyers Division (YLD) has recognized Robinson Gray associates Macy Cooper and Sheniya Marshall with its “Star of the Quarter” award. The award is given to…
New cohort receives project funding, mentoring Five artists establishing themselves in their artistic pursuits will receive a project-based grant and career mentoring from the South Carolina Arts Commission Emerging Artists…
Grand Ole Opry member becomes first country artist to headline LRADAC Foundation fundraiser Country music star and Grand Ole Opry member Craig Morgan will headline the LRADAC Foundation’s 7th Annual…
Prayer delivered by retired Marine colonel and three-time Hall of Famer aboard USS Yorktown By Christopher David Carter Col. Steve Vitali, USMC (Ret.), delivered a stirring invocation before gathered dignitaries…
LCK announced the hiring of Jeff Fort and Tauana Kim. Fort has been hired as a Senior Project Manager and will work with owners leading their development projects across the…
Grand Opening in the BullStreet District on Aug. 4 Coastal Crust, South Carolina’s beloved family-owned wood-fired pizzerias, announced that its newest location in Columbia’s vibrant BullStreet District will be open…
The Who’s on the Move Entrepreneur Minute is an interview series exploring how South Carolina businesses and organizations are innovating to stay competitive in a rapidly changing world. Each episode features leaders…
The U.S. unemployment rate held steady at 4.4% in June, unchanged from a year ago, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Across the nation’s 387 metropolitan areas, unemployment…
ROCK HILL, SC – The South Carolina Department of Commerce announced that final approvals have been completed for biopharmaceutical manufacturer Octapharma‘s first U.S. manufacturing and production facility, paving the way…
The funding targets critical community needs, including job training, work-based learning for students, and scholarship opportunities. Power:Ed, the philanthropy arm of South Carolina Student Loan Corporation, announced today that it…
Cohn Construction has completed an expansion and renovation for the Pediatric Associates of Kershaw County, located in Camden, South Carolina. The project included a carefully phased expansion of the existing…
Calhoun County announced that Amazon.com, Inc. has selected the Calhoun County I-26 Industrial Park as the site for a new 150,000+ square-foot last-mile delivery facility. Amazon purchased the land directly…
Longstanding Lexington math learning center begins new chapter with continued commitment to student confidence and success. Mathnasium of Lexington is entering an exciting new chapter with a transition in ownership,…
New release simplifies HA/DR deployment and management with AIOps-ready automation and enhanced cloud security SIOS Technology Corp., a leading provider of application high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions,…