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…

Colonial Cup returns to Camden’s Springdale Race Course November 17

September 25, 2024

Ticket sales said to be brisk for the famed annual steeplechase event By Alex Junes-Ward Tickets are on sale for the 49th annual Colonial Cup slated this year for Sunday,…

Lexington One Educational Foundation’s 2024 Fore the Foundation Grand Golf Tournament

September 25, 2024

The Lexington County School District One Educational Foundation will hold its Fore the Foundation Grand Golf Tournament on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at Golden Hills Golf and Country Club. The…

Cohn Construction completes adaptive re-use office build at 2717 Devine Street

September 25, 2024

Cohn Construction has completed construction on the renovation and adaptive re-use of the office building at 2717 Devine Street in collaboration with its sister company Cohn Development. The two-story, 6,532…

All Saints Episcopal Church Welcomes Rev. Rilla Holmes as New Rector

September 24, 2024

All Saints Episcopal Church in Clinton has officially called the Rev. Rilla Holmes to serve as its next Rector. Mother Rilla, as she is known, expressed her excitement about joining…

Jasmine Smith to chair Business Law committee with American Bar Association

September 24, 2024

Jasmine Smith of Robinson Gray law firm is the new chair of the Professional Responsibility Committee of the American Bar Association Business Law Section. She was officially named to the…

US News rankings: USC tops in international business, first-year experience

September 24, 2024

The University of South Carolina is home to the nation’s top first-year student experience among public institutions, and its living-learning communities are ranked 10th best in the country, according to U.S.…

Columbia College ranked in U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges for 2025

September 24, 2024

Columbia College recognized in overall rankings, as well as rankings for Best Value Schools, Top Performers on Social Mobility, and Best Colleges for Veterans in the South Columbia College announced…

CIU soars in 2025 U.S. News & World Report rankings

September 24, 2024

Columbia International University ranks high in four categories in the 2025 Best Colleges rankings released by U.S. News & World Report. CIU is now #2 in Regional Universities (South) in…

SIOS Technology releases LifeKeeper for Linux Version 9.9.0 with enhanced disaster recovery and performance optimization

September 24, 2024

New Features Empower IT Administrators to Streamline Operations, Enhance Data Security, and Ensure Uninterrupted Application Availability through Sitewide and Regional Disasters SIOS Technology Corp., a leading provider of application high…

Applications for Leadership Lexington County Class of 2025 application and non-profit RFP deadline approaching

September 24, 2024

Leadership Lexington County (LLC) invites non-profit organizations to submit proposals for the 2025 class year by October 15, 2024. Applications to become a 2025 Class Member are due October 4,…

A Conversation with Harold Singletary, BrightMa Farms

September 24, 2024

From seed to manufacturing, BrightMa Farms is a Charleston-based AgTech company that has built a sustainable circular economy model with industrial hemp as the product. BrightMa Farms brings together state-of-the-art…

Richland Library unveils powerful new exhibition

September 24, 2024

Continental Divide Explores Wildlife, People, and the Border Wall Richland Library announced the opening of its newest art exhibition, “Continental Divide: Wildlife, People, and the Border Wall”, a powerful photographic…

Together SC celebrates the legacy of Madeleine McGee: A Champion of the SC Nonprofit Sector

September 24, 2024

After nearly 14 years of service as President & CEO of Together SC, Madeleine McGee will step down on September 26th. Together SC celebrates her leadership and the collective impact…

S.C. Arts Commission launches Creative Careers website

September 23, 2024

Today, the South Carolina Arts Commission formally announced the launch of a new website designed to provide information and insight into the vast career opportunities within the state’s thriving $14…

Midlands Technical College Police Chief graduates from FBI National Academy

September 23, 2024

Midlands Technical College Chief of Police Tim Martin has graduated as a member of the 291st session of the FBI National Academy. Chief Martin is the first police chief of…

Columbia Chamber honors local leaders at 121st Annual Gala

September 23, 2024

Midlands Leaders to be Recognized at 121st Annual Gala. The Columbia Chamber announced the award recipients for the 121st Annual Gala, presented by BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina. On Thursday, October 3,…

Five Points announces naming contest for new permanent art installation to be officially unveiled at JerryFest

September 23, 2024

The latest permanent art installation by artist, Clark Ellefson to be unveiled at JerryFest in Five Points on October 6 The Five Points Association announced that their newest permanent art…

JerryFest 2024… Celebrating ten years in Five Points!

September 23, 2024

A free outdoor concert held annually in Five Points will feature regional music acts on two stages, artisan vendors, a Lil’ Hippie Corner and more. JerryFest, a FREE outdoor concert…

South Carolina ETV series, “Southern Songwriters with Patrick Davis,” showcases unique musical journey across South Carolina

September 23, 2024

South Carolina ETV announced its newest series, Southern Songwriters with Patrick Davis, with episode one premiering on Oct. 3 at 9 p.m. on ETV-HD. Each of the four one-hour episodes takes…

Marketing Minute Video: Navigating a Crisis Like a Pro

September 22, 2024

  Denada Jackson, NP Strategy When a crisis hits, where do you turn for guidance? NP Strategy experts are here to help. Vice President Denada Jackson shares crucial steps leaders…

Lander MBA student refused to let challenges define his future

September 20, 2024

Lander University graduate student Trevor Batastini has an impressive resume of academic and athletic achievements. Before arriving in Greenwood to seek his MBA at Lander, Batastini was an undergraduate student…

Terracon names Chadwick Johnson Director of Electric Utilities

September 20, 2024

Terracon, a leading national consulting engineering firm comprised of engineers, scientists, architects, facilities experts, and field professionals, has named Chadwick Johnson Director of Electric Utilities. He will be responsible for business and…

Celebrate Black History and culture on September 21 at Jubilee Festival

September 19, 2024

WHAT: Jubilee is a FREE community festival where attendees can explore a diverse marketplace featuring local vendors, and delicious food and beverages at the food court; dive deeper into local…

Flock and Rally Co-Founder Tracie Broom serves as president of national agency network, PRConsultants Group

September 19, 2024

Tracie Broom, co-founder of Flock and Rally: Integrated Communications + Marketing, was elected to serve as 2024 president of a national association of independent PR firms, PRConsultants Group. Founded in…

Rogue Squirrel

September 19, 2024

By Tom Poland   For two summers now I have battled a rogue squirrel, and the score is squirrel 100, Tom zero. He raids my “go to” hummingbird feeder, and…

Entrepreneur Minute – Kelly Barnes, Yachtail Vodka Cocktail

September 19, 2024

The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…

Satchel Ford Elementary named Special Olympics National Banner Unified Champion School

September 19, 2024

Satchel Ford Elementary School has been named a National Banner Unified Champion School by the Special Olympics. This is the third consecutive year that a Richland One school has received…

The City of Cayce introduces their new Police Chief

September 19, 2024

The City of Cayce announces the name of the newly selected Chief of the Cayce Police Department: Chief Herbert Blake. Blake is a veteran police officer and currently serves as the Chief…

SCETV announces NextLens Online Film Festival, showcasing South Carolina’s brightest young filmmakers

September 19, 2024

South Carolina ETV (SCETV) announced the NextLens Online Film Festival, an exciting opportunity for emerging filmmakers aged 16-26 to showcase their talent, creativity and vision. Designed to highlight the voices…

Richland One’s Induction Teacher of the Year Julia Turner makes music relatable for students

September 19, 2024

Think about your favorite song and why you love it. Is it because of the rhythm, the melody or the lyrics? In music teacher Julia Turner’s classes at A.C. Moore…

Arts, Historic Preservation and Philanthropy Committee highlights

September 19, 2024

The City of Columbia’s Arts, Historic Preservation and Philanthropy Committee met on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, to review the first public art project to be presented to the committee, since…

Image Studios is coming to the BullStreet District this fall

September 19, 2024

The redefinition of the way beauty professionals work and thrive is coming to Columbia, S.C. IMAGE Studios® is slated to open its first luxury salon studio in Columbia this November…

Beating the odds

September 18, 2024

By Jeff Becraft   There have been several emails I’ve sent out about my Dad and here comes another one. As I have said, my Dad is 98 now and…

Green honored in list of Columbia’s “Best and Brightest”

September 18, 2024

Brendan Green, a partner at Richardson Thomas, is being honored in Columbia Business Monthly’s 2024 “Best & Brightest 35 and Under” special edition. He’s listed among 38 Columbia professionals working…

Voterheads Update

September 18, 2024

For the past year, you may have been receiving the Local Council Meetings newsletter every Monday morning. This has been a collaboration between MidlandsBiz and Voterheads and delivered information about…

MUSC Health to invest $30 million in expanding Emergency Department services at its Columbia Medical Center Downtown location

September 18, 2024

MUSC Health, the leading health care provider in South Carolina, has announced plans to invest $30 million in expanding Emergency Department services at the MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown…

Gov. McMaster receives Fatherhood Award from statewide Dad initiative

September 18, 2024

The South Carolina Center for Fathers and Families (SCCFF) met with Governor Henry McMaster to present to him the “Champion for Fatherhood Service Award” and to induct him into “Team…

Magnus Development Partners completes second Class A industrial building in Camp Hall

September 18, 2024

Magnus Development Partners, a leading real estate developer based in Columbia, S.C., announced today the successful completion of Vantage Point 2, a state-of-the-art, 152,880-square-foot Class A, speculative industrial building located…

The Power of our collective Heritage and the Super Bowl of Steeplechase

September 18, 2024

The Colonial Cup returns to Camden, S.C., Sunday, November 17, 2024 By Tom Mullikin On Sunday, November 17, the “Super Bowl” of Steeplechase will return to the internationally renowned Springdale…

Cisco invests fourth tranche of scholarships at Denmark Tech to expand cybersecurity talent pipeline

September 17, 2024

Cisco recently announced a significant investment of $625,000 to support Fusion Cyber’s RMF Cybersecurity certificate program through Denmark Technical College in Denmark, South Carolina. This generous contribution will expand the…

Columbia Chamber honors Keller Kissam at Chamber’s 121st Annual Gala

September 17, 2024

Keller Kissam, Dominion Energy South Carolina President, named Columbia Chamber’s 2024 Ambassador of the Year. The Columbia Chamber will honor Keller Kissam at the Chamber’s 121st Annual Gala, Thursday, October 3, 2024.…

USC Theatre opens new season with centuries-old tale of civil disobedience Antigone

September 17, 2024

The University of SC Department of Theatre and Dance will open its 2024-2025 season with a production of the timeless classic Antigone, October 4-12 at historic Longstreet Theatre. Show times are…

Major exhibition of French modern art opens October 5

September 17, 2024

Monet, Matisse, and much more courtesy of the Brooklyn Museum The Columbia Museum of Art announced French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850 – 1950, a major exhibition on view Saturday,…

Celebrate Black History and Culture on September 21 at Jubilee Festival

September 17, 2024

Historic Columbia invites the community to experience the rich heritage and vibrant culture at the 46th annual Jubilee: Festival of Black History & Culture. The event will be held on Saturday, September 21, 2024,…

Garvin Design Group welcomes Drew Butler to the interior design team

September 17, 2024

Columbia architecture, interiors, and planning firm Garvin Design Group recently welcomed Drew Butler to the firm’s interior design team. Originally from Seattle Washington, Drew graduated cum laude from the Savannah…

A Conversation with Kristin Cobb, Executive Director at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College

September 17, 2024

The 2024-2025 season has begun Kristin Cobb, the Executive Director at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College, talks about the 2024-2025 season. The season officially kicked off on September 6…

SC Arts Commission grants support artists’ entrepreneurism

September 17, 2024

Applications for next round opened today The arts-based business initiatives of three South Carolina artists (#SCartists) are receiving support from a South Carolina Arts Commission grant and program designed to…

Marketing Minute Video: Why Social Media Listening Is Crucial for Your Brand in the Digital Age

September 16, 2024

  Annie Howie, NP Strategy Stay ahead in the digital age with Social Media Listening. Monitoring online conversations in real-time can help you understand what’s being said about your brand,…

Community Medical Clinic gets lifesaving equipment donation

September 16, 2024

American Heart Association and Molina Healthcare of South Carolina donate AED on September 16 In an effort to educate and inspire a Nation of Lifesavers, the American Heart Association and Molina Healthcare of South…