Countybank continues to support new YMCA fitness center

May 23, 2023

The Countybank Foundation, established in 1971 representing Countybank and Greenwood Capital, recently donated $3,000 to the Lakelands Region YMCA. This follows a $25,000 foundation donation in 2022 for Greenwood’s new…

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Jill Smith + Associates celebrates 20 years of modern mental health care in the Midlands

May 22, 2023

The woman-owned talk therapy group has served more than 7,000 clients over the past two decades Jill Smith + Associates Counseling — the premier counseling practice in the greater Columbia,…

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Goodwyn Mills Cawood and Commercial Site Solutions join forces

May 22, 2023

Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) announced the acquisition of Commercial Site Solutions (CSS), a civil engineering firm with offices in Greenville, South Carolina and Tampa, Florida. “CSS has a unique reputation…

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Caliber Real Estate’s Racquel Collier graduates Greenville Chamber’s Leadership Greenville class 49

May 22, 2023

The Greenville Chamber of Commerce’s 49th Leadership Greenville class has just celebrated its graduation, and that group of graduates includes Caliber Real Estate’s Racquel Collier. An entrepreneur starting in college…

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Waller named Vice President of Affordable Property Management at NHE

May 22, 2023

Industry veteran Angie Waller has been promoted to Vice President of Affordable Property Management for NHE, one of the Southeast’s leading property management and development organizations. She also joins NHE’s…

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Lexington District One Educational Foundation awards 2023 Administrator of the Year Award to Margaret Schilit

May 22, 2023

On Tuesday, May 16, 2023, the Lexington One Educational Foundation presented the 2022 Joseph M. Bedenbaugh Administrator of the Year Award to Mrs. Margaret Schilit at the Lexington County School…

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Lexington One Educational Foundation $33,016 Mathematics Grant to benefit all K-2 students in district

May 22, 2023

The Lexington One Educational Foundation has awarded a $33,016 Counting Collections for Mathematics Grant to Lexington District One Instructional Services, which will benefit all kindergarten through second grade students in…

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Flock and Rally honored with seven coveted marketing and communications industry awards

May 22, 2023

Agency wins Silver Wing and Palmetto awards for recent client work Flock and Rally, the women-owned and led integrated communications and marketing agency based in Columbia, South Carolina, recently earned…

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Jill Smith + Associates celebrates 20 years of modern mental health care in the Midlands

May 22, 2023

The woman-owned talk therapy group has served more than 7,000 clients over the past two decades  Jill Smith + Associates Counseling — the premier counseling practice in the greater Columbia,…

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GSSM Foundation establishes Waraich Endowment to honor Carolyne Williams, a scholarship fund to benefit students

May 22, 2023

The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation announced the creation of the Waraich Endowment to Honor Carolyne Williams, a scholarship fund to help GSSM students and…

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Homestand Preview: May 23-28

May 22, 2023

In-state rival Charleston RiverDogs close out May at Segra Park  The first-place Columbia Fireflies (23-16) welcome the Charleston RiverDogs (17-22), Class-A Affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays to Columbia for…

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MARS 1001 Planetarium experience debuts May 27

May 22, 2023

Journey to Mars in the Planetarium this Summer Back by popular demand, MARS 1001 follows the fictional story of the first human mission to Mars — a daring 1000-day mission to fly an…

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Lexington One promotes Casey to principal of Saxe Gotha Elementary

May 22, 2023

At the May 16 Board of Trustees Meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees promoted Joseph W. Casey to principal of Saxe Gotha Elementary, effective July 1,…

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Kim Saunders joins MEMBERS Financial Services

May 22, 2023

SAFE Federal Credit Union announced that Kim Saunders, Financial Advisor, is joining MEMBERS Financial Services. Saunders, a graduate of North Carolina State University, has over 15 years of experience in…

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Dixon hired as principal of Gilbert High School

May 22, 2023

David Dixon will take the helm as the new principal of Gilbert High School, effective July 1, 2023. At the May 16 meeting, the Lexington One Board of Trustees approved…

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7th Annual Taste on the River unites Midlands’ best restaurants for a night of festivities in support of West Columbia’s Beautification Foundation

May 19, 2023

The highly anticipated 7th Annual Taste on the River event is set to bring together the finest restaurants from the Midlands region on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, from 5:30 –…

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Pinckney Reese named Lexington One director of legal services and Title IX

May 19, 2023

Mercedes L. Pinckney Reese joins Lexington County School District One on May 30, 2023 as the district’s new director of legal services and Title IX, which was approved by the…

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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Stephanie Vincent of Fairfield Central High School as Educator of the Month

May 19, 2023

South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Fairfield County School District’s Stephanie Vincent of Fairfield Central High School as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the…

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Richland County approves ARPA funding for broadband, nonprofits

May 19, 2023

Senior assistance, services for unhoused people also approved as distribution continues Richland County continues to distribute millions in federal funding to help local small businesses, nonprofits and other organizations negatively…

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Lane Construction wins $96 million bridge replacement project in Kershaw County

May 19, 2023

The Lane Construction Corporation, the U.S. subsidiary of Webuild Group, and the builders of a safer and more connected America, has been awarded a $96,000,000 contract for a bridge replacement…

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Garvin Design Group welcomes two summer interns

May 18, 2023

Garvin Design Group recently welcomed two summer interns to the firm’s ranks. Clemson University School of Architecture undergraduate students Samantha Lowrie and Kevin Buell began summer internships in May. Both…

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Ward Bradley named to Super Lawyers listing for 12th year

May 18, 2023

Moore Bradley Myers (MBM) announced that Partner, James E. “Ward” Bradley has been selected to the South Carolina Super Lawyers® Listing for 2023 in the area of personal injury law.…

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Cyberwoven hires new Business Development Manager, Sam Hodges

May 18, 2023

Cyberwoven, an award-winning brand, digital marketing, and website design and development firm, announced Sam Hodges as the agency’s new Business Development Manager. Working closely with Cyberwoven’s CEO and President, Hodges’…

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SCDOT Commission approves 2024 Pavement Improvement Plan

May 18, 2023

The South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission approved the Agency’s 2024 Pavement Improvement Program by adding another $775 million to the previously invested $2.8 billion in pavement improvements across the…

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Congressman Clyburn announces $12.7 million for Jasper County project

May 18, 2023

U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn (SC-06) announced that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development is awarding $12.7 million in Community Facilities Direct Loans to Jasper County projects.…

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Richland One General Counsel named Lawyer of Distinction

May 18, 2023

Richland One General Counsel Susan Williams has been named a 2023 Lawyer of Distinction for Recognizing Excellence in In-House Counsel. “I’m so honored to have received this award. In my…

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State Museum announces MARS 1001 planetarium show and new summer events

May 18, 2023

Guests Are Invited to Disability Pride Day, See Laser Light Shows, Enjoy Baseball Day and More The South Carolina State Museum is set to celebrate summer with a variety of…

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Google announces South Carolina winner of 15th annual Doodle for Google contest

May 18, 2023

The annual Doodle for Google contest returns for the 15th year to showcase student artwork from around the country. Today, Google is thrilled to announce South Carolina’s Haniyah Simone Robinson…

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Choosing to be entusiastic

May 18, 2023

By Jeff Becraft   Back at a student session several years ago, after I had announced that snack break was over and it was time to get back at it,…

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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces National 529 Day celebration with $529 college savings grants

May 18, 2023

State Treasurer Curtis Loftis today announced the return of the annual PalmettoBaby Grant Program in celebration of National 529 Day. “South Carolina’s Future Scholar 529 College Savings Plan is proud…

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Memories Of Zebco Reels & Red Wrigglers

May 17, 2023
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By Tom Poland   I drive west, Georgia bound, and pass it yet again, a place that pulls at my heart. My father had a worm farm, and my grandfather’s…

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Understanding Foreign-Trade Zones: CAE’s Recent Workshop Explained the Benefits

May 17, 2023

The Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) hosted an educational in-person and webinar session for attendees to learn the details of what a foreign-trade zone is, see areas of potential business gains…

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From XVI World Bass Championship to Bassmaster Elite Series, and Major League Fishing’s Bass Pro Tour

May 17, 2023

Lake Murray is the Top Fishing Destination Over the last 6 months Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) has hosted the biggest and the best in international and…

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Xerxes establishing first S.C. operations in Richland County

May 17, 2023

The company will create about 80 new jobs Xerxes, a subsidiary of Shawcor Ltd., today announced plans to establish its first South Carolina operations in Richland County. The company will…

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Summer Kayak Camp

May 17, 2023

Get your child on the water with the summer Kayak Camp! Children ranging from ages 8-11 can participate in the camp from June 5 until July 14. Children ranging from…

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The Columbia Parks & Recreation Department announces $1.8 million in improvements to Owen’s Field athletic facilities

May 17, 2023

The Columbia Parks and Recreation Department announced that Columbia City Council has approved funding for $1.8 million dollars in improvements and upgrades for Owen’s Field Park designated to renovate the…

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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina distributes $1.4 million in grants

May 17, 2023

Foundation Releases 2023 Cycle I Grantee Partners The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina awarded 92 grants totaling $1.4 million to nonprofit organizations throughout the Palmetto State. Each organization…

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Homeless No More announces inaugural Stars So Bright on May 25th

May 17, 2023

Homeless No More announced the inaugural Stars So Bright event, an evening of music, dance and intentional community connection to support homeless and at-risk families and children in our community,…

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SIOS Technology honored as Bronze Stevie® award winner in 2023 American Business Awards®

May 17, 2023

SIOS’ Customer Success Department Recognized in Customer Service Department of the Year Category SAN MATEO, CA – SIOS Technology Corp., an industry leader in application high availability (HA) and disaster…

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Peter Dunphy retires from board leadership

May 17, 2023

After over eight years of stellar board service to the South Carolina Research Authority and its investment affiliate SC Launch Inc., Peter Dunphy has retired from the SCRA board of trustees and the…

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Infinity Marketing named Top Workplace 2023 for South Carolina

May 16, 2023

Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, announced that they were again named in the South Carolina Top Workplaces awards. This is the company’s third consecutive year…

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Pyramid Contracting awarded Galeana dealership project in Mount Pleasant

May 16, 2023

Pyramid Contracting announced it has been selected as the general contractor for the new Galeana Automotive Dealership in Mount Pleasant, SC. This ground-up project includes the development and construction of…

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Congressman Clyburn announces $3 million to preserve and restore Historically Black Colleges and Universities in South Carolina

May 16, 2023

U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn (SC-06) announced $3 million from the National Park Service (NPS) to help preserve and restore Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in South Carolina. The…

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National Merit Scholarship Corporation announces $2,500 winners

May 16, 2023

Chosen from a talent pool of more than 15,000 outstanding finalists, two students in Richland School District Two were selected as National Merit $2,500 Scholarship winners. Stephanie A. Babinec and…

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NETFLIX’s new docuseries about RCSD reaches #2 spot among viewers nationwide

May 16, 2023

By W. Thomas Smith Jr. MISSING: Dead or Alive, NETFLIX’s new four-part docuseries showcasing the stellar work of the Richland County Sheriff’s Department’s Missing’s Persons Unit received week-two kudos after…

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Nephron announces hiring of key executives

May 16, 2023

Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation today announced the new hiring of four key executives. Nola Grant has joined as Chief Human Resources Officer, Min Ha joined as Chief of Quality, Rene Herrera…

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Local gardening enthusiasts make gift toward Conservation Education

May 16, 2023

County’s Soil and Water Conservation District receives $9,000 boost Conservation education efforts of the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (RSWCD) recently received a generous boost from the Palmetto Garden…

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SC Council on Competitiveness to award 2023 SC STEM Educator of the Year and name new Boston Dynamics AI-enabled robot

May 16, 2023

May 19th Ceremony at Richland District Two R2i2 Student Innovation Center SC Tech, an initiative of the SC Council on Competitiveness (“SC Competes”), in partnership with S²TEM Centers SC, The…

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Newberry College honors alumni educators in Hall of Master Teachers

May 16, 2023

Newberry College has honored five alumni and the founder of the Hall of Master Teachers with induction into the prestigious society. The event was held May 11 at the Center…

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