City of Columbia Parks & Recreation opens up facilities to assist with recovery efforts

October 2, 2024

The City of Columbia Parks & Recreation Department will be opening up Greenview Park, Leroy Moss Multipurpose Center at Hyatt Park and Charles R. Drew Wellness Center for recovery efforts…

South Carolina Chamber of Commerce names W. Tobin Cassels III 2024 Business Leader of the Year

October 2, 2024

The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) announced Southeastern Freight Lines President W. ‘Tobin’ Cassels III as the 2024 recipient of the organization’s annual Business Leader of the Year…

Spectrum commits $1 million to Hurricane Helene recovery efforts

October 2, 2024

Includes $250,000 in Cash Contributions and $750,000 in PSAs to Relief Organizations Nearly 90,000 WiFi Access Points Opened to Keep Communities Connected Spectrum announced it has committed $1 million, including…

The Boxmasters to rock the house at Harbison Theatre

October 2, 2024

Experience a signature take on 60s rock with The Boxmasters featuring Billy Bob Thornton The Boxmasters, featuring Billy Bob Thornton, will be at Harbison Theatre one night only, October 18,…

SCBFA to host fourth annual Boat, Fish, Football Weekend on October 5th

October 2, 2024

More than 30 South Carolina-made boats, from bass boats to offshore fishing vessels, will be on display at Gamecock Village Oct. 5 when South Carolina takes on Ole Miss for the South Carolina…

52nd annual Mt. Hebron UMM BBQ returns this Sat

October 2, 2024

United Methodist Men’s Largest Annual Fundraiser to be Held October 5th! Mt. Hebron United Methodist Church’s United Methodist Men (UMM) host their fifty-second annual BBQ – the largest–and longest running–annual…

Wells Fargo donates more than $1 million for Hurricane Helene disaster relief

October 2, 2024

Funding to benefit communities across the region with support for temporary shelter, supplies and other recovery needs As communities across the Southeast grapple with the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene,…

SCETV launches new digital series, Now We’re Cookin’ on Oct. 8

October 2, 2024

South Carolina ETV (SCETV) welcomes Now We’re Cookin’ with Chef Lauren Furey to its digital line-up of content. The show celebrates makers and creators, from farmers to fishermen, to butchers and beekeepers.…

City Council highlights | October 1, 2024

October 2, 2024

Before the evening’s City Council meeting, City Council held a work session, in which several projects and plans were discussed including: Replacement of the Olympia Fire Station Parks & Recreation…

Dominion Energy allocates additional reinforcements to hardest hit areas

October 2, 2024

Power restored to more than 80 percent of customers Within days of Hurricane Helene’s catastrophic arrival in South Carolina, Dominion Energy has restored power to more than 370,000 customers, as thousands of tree crews and lineworkers continue the labor-intensive…

Richland County gives update on disaster relief process for residents

October 2, 2024

Richland County Government held a news conference Tuesday to clarify information about the County’s eligibility for the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Expedited Major Presidential Disaster Declaration following Hurricane Helene.…

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society announces Rikard & Protopapas as presenting sponsor for 2024 Light The Night Columbia event

October 2, 2024

The Midlands Region of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) has announced that Rikard & Protopapas has joined LLS’s 2024 Light The Night® campaign as this year’s Presenting Sponsor. Held…

Traditions Health of Irmo, South Carolina awarded Hospice Accreditation from The Joint Commission

October 2, 2024

Traditions Health of Irmo, South Carolina earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Hospice Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a…

Lexington County to extend operation hours for storm debris drop-off site

October 2, 2024

The County of Lexington is extending the debris site operation, located on Ball Park Road in Lexington, through the weekend. The site will now be open on Saturday, October 5,…

Secretary of State Mark Hammond urges donors to give smart as the Southeast recovers from Hurricane Helene

September 30, 2024

South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond cautioned donors to practice wise charitable giving as the Southeast begins to recover and rebuild from Hurricane Helene.  “The people of South Carolina,…

CAE begins in-terminal phase of checkpoint expansion construction

September 30, 2024

During construction, passenger flow will be impacted near security screening and exit lanes The Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) will soon start the next phase of its multi-million dollar checkpoint expansion project…

Rainbow Restoration provides update on Hurricane Helene recovery efforts

September 30, 2024

Challenges Persist, Crews Working Tirelessly to Support Our Community In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Rainbow Restoration continues to work diligently to support businesses and residents affected by the storm.…

Hurricanes, A Personal History

September 30, 2024

By Tom Poland Growing up in landlocked Lincoln County, Georgia, I never worried about hurricanes. I left that to folks on the coast. Hurricanes were not to be feared. If…

Public safety alert – Roads & boat ramps to close in Columbia & Richland County ahead of post-storm river crest

September 30, 2024

Public safety agencies with the City of Columbia and Richland County are making preparations ahead of historic river crests expected on the Congaree River in the aftermath of Tropical Storm…

Richland County resumes normal operating hours, reminds residents to continue exercising caution

September 30, 2024

Richland County Government is reminding residents that the County has reopened to the public for business services. Residents may access government functions in person at 2020 Hampton St., Columbia or…

Google breaks ground on two new data center campuses in South Carolina as part of $3.3 billion investment

September 30, 2024

Google announced a $3.3 billion investment in South Carolina to expand its cloud and data center infrastructure. The company also announced new support for energy affordability programs and a local…

Sight Savers America receives $80,000 grant from Power:Ed to provide high-tech vision aids to SC children with severe visual impairment and blindness

September 30, 2024

SSA Chief Program Officer Jennifer Haddox, Power:Ed Executive Director Claire Gibbons, and SC students receiving vision aids Sight Savers America has been awarded an $80,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy…

College Night at the State Museum

September 30, 2024

Thurs., Oct. 3rd | 7 – 10 p.m. In partnership with USC Thursday After Dark, the South Carolina State Museum is inviting college students from across the state to experience…

Sustain SC and The Shi Institute at Furman University welcome the fourth class of SLI fellows

September 30, 2024

 Sustain SC and The Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities at Furman University introduced the 2025 class of Sustainability Leadership Initiative (SLI) fellows. Now entering its fourth year, SLI is a collaborative effort between Furman…

South Carolina State Museum media advisory

September 27, 2024

Due to inclement weather, the South Carolina State Museum will be closed on Friday, September 27th to ensure the safety of our visitors and staff. The museum expects to resume…

Entrepreneur Minute – Lisa Hostetler Brown, LawyerLisa

September 26, 2024

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…

Richland County to close government offices Friday, Sept. 27

September 26, 2024

Residents urged to prepare now, stay alert, avoid unnecessary travel amid Hurricane Helene Richland County Government offices will be closed to the public Friday, Sept. 27 because of the increased…

Presbyterian College, Midlands Technical College enter partnership to allow students to transfer and earn a bachelor’s degree in psychology from PC

September 26, 2024

The presidents of Presbyterian College and Midlands Technical College signed an agreement Wednesday that will allow qualified graduates of the Columbia-area school to transfer to PC and earn their four-year…

Blink Book Review: “The Devil at His Elbow” by Valerie Bauerlein

September 26, 2024

By Reba Hull Campbell Like many people, I decided to do no more reading about, listening to or watching anything about the Murdaugh case once the trial ended in March…

Remembering Ken Burger

September 26, 2024

By Tom Poland   “Don’t forget to be happy. It’s the only measurement of success that really counts.” – Ken Burger I wish I had known Ken Burger for more…

Town of Port Royal, S.C. Dept. of Veterans Affairs, Global Eco Adventures, other agencies to host Oct. 8 press event

September 26, 2024

Multi-agency collaboration will feature living shoreline coastline protection program through ongoing SMART REEF development and oyster restoration program The Town of Port Royal, the S.C. Department of Veterans Affairs (SCDVA),…

SC Launch Inc. announces second investment in LifeTagger

September 26, 2024

South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested $250,000 in LifeTagger. The Ladson-based company develops proximity software that helps businesses and organizations easily connect, engage, and communicate…

True leadership

September 26, 2024

By Jeff Becraft   We had a luncheon yesterday at Our Place of Hope with Sheriff Lott as our featured speaker. It was a great event. We had several community…

Restaurant Week Midlands begins NEXT Thursday!

September 26, 2024

The tastiest time of the year is almost here! Beginning Thursday, October 3, join us as the top restaurants in the Midlands show off their culinary skills during this 11-day…

New event venue and mixed-use development coming soon to the historic Laundry Building in the BullStreet District

September 26, 2024

Extensive renovations are nearing completion to restore the Laundry Building, the oldest surviving service building in the historic BullStreet District campus. Avant Holdings LLC, the property’s developer, is transforming this…

National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership appoints Dr. Justin Habash as senior vice president of leadership programs and chief learning officer

September 26, 2024

The National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership, a newly founded initiative promoting leadership through the Medal of Honor’s core principles, announced Dr. Justin Habash has joined the team as…

State Museum announces Constellation Concert Series

September 26, 2024

Experience Live Music Under the Stars at the State Museum’s New Concert Series The South Carolina State Museum unveiled its new Constellation Concert Series, offering an evening of live music…

Richland County Shares Important Facts about the 2024 Transportation Penny Referendum

September 25, 2024

Richland County has postponed the 2024 Transportation Penny Referendum Town Hall scheduled for Thursday 9/26 due to inclement weather possibilities created by Hurricane Helene. The public meeting hosted by Richland…

Richland County encourages residents to stay alert amid Hurricane Helene

September 25, 2024

Richland County encourages residents to stay alert and take any necessary precautions amid Hurricane Helene. The County’s Emergency Preparedness Division is closely monitoring the storm and the potential for inclement…

Richland County postpones 2024 Transportation Penny Referendum Town Hall scheduled for Thursday, 9/26 amid Hurricane Helene

September 25, 2024

Richland County has postponed the 2024 Transportation Penny Referendum Town Hall scheduled for Thursday 9/26 due to inclement weather possibilities created by Hurricane Helene. The public meeting hosted by Richland…

Hampton Street Vineyard announces exciting fall menu collaboration with renowned chef Wes Fulmer

September 25, 2024

Hampton Street Vineyard announced an exclusive collaboration with acclaimed local chef Wes Fulmer for the launch of its highly anticipated fall menu. Chef Fulmer, formerly the long-time executive chef at…

New Mural Grant Program aims to beautify West Columbia and promote local artists

September 25, 2024

The City of West Columbia introduced the West Columbia Mural Grant (WCMG) Program, an initiative to transform public spaces through vibrant, outdoor murals. The program invites local businesses and property…

12 Lexington One seniors named National Merit Scholarship semifinalists

September 25, 2024

The National Merit Scholarship Program named 12 Lexington County School District One students semifinalists, keeping them in the running for significant scholarship awards. Semifinalists represent the top 1% of high…

Richland District Two announces the appointment of two new principals

September 25, 2024

Richland School District Two announced the appointment of two new school leaders. Terence T. Isaac will become principal of Polo Road Elementary effective Oct. 1. 2024. Patrina T. Smith has…

Recruiting Solutions ranked among top 2 in “Best Places to Work in South Carolina”

September 25, 2024

Recruiting Solutions, a leading staffing and recruiting agency, announced its recognition as one of the top two “Best Places to Work in South Carolina” for 2024. This honor reflects the…

Cal Watson and Molly Campolong honored for excellence by SC Lawyers Weekly

September 25, 2024

Two attorneys with Robinson Gray – Cal Watson and Molly Campolong – were honored by S.C. Lawyers Weekly at its annual “SC Excellence in Law” award banquet in Charleston. They…

Paige Christopher joins Smith Robinson law firm

September 25, 2024

Attorney Paige Christopher has joined Smith Robinson law firm to practice in the area of general civil litigation. Paige earned her Juris Doctor from the University of South Carolina School…

SC250 invites public to grant funding informational session

September 25, 2024

Free “Meet the Funders” event to be held October 11 The South Carolina American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission (SC250), in partnership with the SC Department of Archives & History, invites South…

USC Alumni Association announces 2024 Alumni Award recipients

September 25, 2024

The University of South Carolina Alumni Association announced Wednesday (Sept. 25) the recipients of the 2024 Alumni Awards. Clay Owen, ’82, has been named the Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award recipient. This…

Melrose Heights brings artists and food to a historic Columbia neighborhood!

September 25, 2024

The Historic Melrose Art in the Yard will once again welcome artists and artisans to show and sell their original work in the historic, downtown Columbia neighborhood. The event will…