Public finance tax attorney Tom Havener joins Pope Flynn

February 24, 2016

Tom Havener, a public finance tax attorney who has practiced for the past 28 years while resident in Cleveland, Ohio, has joined Pope Flynn, a Columbia-based law firm concentrating in…

Blythewood High School Social Studies teacher receives National Distinction

February 24, 2016

Blythewood High School Social Studies teacher Scott Auspelmyer has been selected to participate in The National World War II Museum Teacher Institute beginning this summer. This immersive sixteen-month professional development…

Columbia QuadSquad Rollergirls to host Demolition City and Jet City in March Badness season opener

February 24, 2016

Columbia’s nationally ranked roller derby league, the Columbia QuadSquad Rollergirls, are assembling for their 2016 opening bouts. The Columbia Allstars (43) will host the Demolition City (30) and Jet City…

S.C. Chamber announces #SCSPEAKSOUT for roads campaign urging citizens to join efforts and call on senators to fix our roads

February 24, 2016

State Chamber of Commerce President Ted Pitts released the following statement announcing the #SCSPEAKSOUT For Roads Campaign. As concerned South Carolinians write in about the need for senators to fix…

University of South Carolina launches statewide cybersecurity effort

February 24, 2016

From personal conveniences like online banking, electronic health records, and self-driving cars to national infrastructure like power grids and air traffic control, sensitive technology shapes our world. At the same…

SCRA releases annual reports

February 24, 2016

Continues to Grow High-tech Economy in South Carolina SCRA released its two 2015 annual reports outlining the company’s overall successes and the achievements of its SC Launch program. The SCRA…

SCRA releases annual reports

February 24, 2016

Continues to Grow High-tech Economy in South Carolina SCRA released its two 2015 annual reports outlining the company’s overall successes and the achievements of its SC Launch program. The SCRA…

Negin Farsad, TED Fellow and Comedy Central writer, brings ‘Social Justice Comedy’ to Harbison Theatre

February 24, 2016

“Fighting Islamophobia, Bigotry, and What Have You with Comedy” Comedy and social issues don’t always blend well – unless you’re “social justice” comedian Negin Farsad. In the engaging talk “Fighting…

Caldwell Commercial new listing at Harrell Square

February 24, 2016

Caldwell Commercial announces a new listing at Harrell Square, 2000 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, Suite 116. This office space features 2,315 SF inside a 50,000 SF redeveloped mixed-use neighborhood center, conveniently…

5th Annual Columbia Fashion Week

February 24, 2016

Style is out, FASHION is in! Now in its fifth year, Columbia Fashion Week (formerly Columbia Style Week) has become one of the city’s most anticipated community events. Featuring multiple…

CBRE negotiates sale of adaptive reuse property Southlake Center

February 24, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – CBRE has finalized the sale of Southlake Center, a multi-tenant office building in Lexington, South Carolina. CBRE’s Aaron Dupree, Patrick Gildea, and Martin Moore provided investment expertise to…

NAI Avant arranges ±11,900 SF flex building lease in Charleston

February 24, 2016

CHARLESTON, SC – NAI Avant senior brokers Roger Winn and Nick Stomski, SIOR, as well as broker Scott Peevy, CCIM recently represented the landlord in a ±11,900 SF lease transaction…

5th Annual Columbia Fashion Week

February 24, 2016

Style is out, FASHION is in! Now in its fifth year, Columbia Fashion Week (formerly Columbia Style Week) has become one of the city’s most anticipated community events. Featuring multiple…

CBRE negotiates sale of adaptive reuse property Southlake Center

February 24, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – CBRE has finalized the sale of Southlake Center, a multi-tenant office building in Lexington, South Carolina. CBRE’s Aaron Dupree, Patrick Gildea, and Martin Moore provided investment expertise to…

NAI Avant arranges ±11,900 SF flex building lease in Charleston

February 24, 2016

CHARLESTON, SC – NAI Avant senior brokers Roger Winn and Nick Stomski, SIOR, as well as broker Scott Peevy, CCIM recently represented the landlord in a ±11,900 SF lease transaction…

NAI Avant facilitates sale of ±24,702 SF retail center in Forest Acres

February 24, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant senior broker Dail Longaker recently represented the seller, CRP-Fort Jackson, LLC in the sale of the newly developed Jackson Square retail center on Forest Drive…

Negin Farsad, TED Fellow and Comedy Central writer, brings ‘Social Justice Comedy’ to Harbison Theatre

February 24, 2016

“Fighting Islamophobia, Bigotry, and What Have You with Comedy” Comedy and social issues don’t always blend well – unless you’re “social justice” comedian Negin Farsad. In the engaging talk “Fighting…

Redefined set to open as Charleston’s newest couture consignment boutique

February 24, 2016

Church St. Clothing Boutique Now Accepting Appointments for New Consignors CHARLESTON, SC – Redefined, LLC management is pleased to announce that the company will open “Redefined,” an upscale consignment boutique located at…

Sowell Gray attorney Beth Richardson elected chair of New Morning Foundation Board of Directors

February 24, 2016

Sowell Gray Stepp & Laffitte, LLC attorney Beth Richardson was recently elected Chair of the board of New Morning Foundation. New Morning Foundation was founded in 2002 by the late…

BCSD Kindergarten, Head Start and CDEP Kick-Off

February 23, 2016

Berkeley County School District is hosting its ‘Kick-Off to Kindergarten” event Feb. 29- March 04.  The district will begin registering three-, four-, and five-year olds for its early childhood programs…

Two South Carolina institutions are recognized as Finalists for 2016 National Medal for Museum and Library Service

February 23, 2016

Public encouraged to share stories of institutions’ excellence in programs and services on IMLS Facebook Page   The Institute of Museum and Library Services announced that South Carolina’s Columbia Museum…

Four BJU graphic design students win Addy® Awards

February 23, 2016

Four Bob Jones University graphic design students were presented the ADDY® Award for Creative Excellence by the Greenville Chapter of the American Advertising Federation on Sat., Feb. 20. The four…

Lockheed Martin to showcase T-50A Cockpit Demonstrator at Greenville Operations

February 23, 2016

Reporters invited to “Fly” T-50A Cockpit Demonstrator  .  . Lockheed Martin [NYSE: LMT] will host a T-50A cockpit demonstrator event at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 29, at its Greenville…

Spring Language classes at Upstate International

February 23, 2016

Jump into spring with a language course at Upstate International. Learning a new language is known to increase brain size and functionality, so whether you want to learn for work,…

Clemson alumni honored with college awards

February 23, 2016

The annual College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences (CAFLS) Alumni Reception and Awards kicked off at the South Carolina AgriBiz and Farm Expo in Florence on Jan. 12. Many…

ERA Wilder Realty welcomes new Broker in Charleston

February 23, 2016

ERA Wilder Realty has recently designated Cynthia Hill as the new Broker in Charge of their Charleston office. In her new leadership role, Hill will be bringing her extensive knowledge…

Richland Library named 2016 National Medal Finalist

February 23, 2016

Making a difference in the community .   . Shining a spotlight on community fixtures across the country,the Institute of Museum and Library Services is announcing Richland Library as one of…

Cat Perry, trainer at Dog Trainers Workshop, places fourth at Inaugural Westminster Kennel Club Masters Obedience Championship

February 23, 2016

Cat Perry, a trainer with Dog Trainers Workshop, a full-service dog training and boarding facility based in Fountain Inn, SC, has placed fourth with her Labrador Retriever, Wyatt, in the…

NAI Avant Facilitates sale of ±24,702 square foot retail center in Forest Acres, SC

February 23, 2016

NAI Avant senior broker Dail Longaker recently represented the seller, CRP-Fort Jackson, LLC in the sale of the newly developed Jackson Square retail center on Forest Drive in Columbia. The…

Paul V. Fant, Sr. recognized as United Way Humanitarian of the Year

February 23, 2016

United Way of the Midlands will recognize Paul V. Fant, Sr. as the 2015 Humanitarian of the Year Award recipient at United Way’s annual Humanitarian of the Year Dinner and…

Advertisement of Vacancy on Façade Improvement Review Committee

February 23, 2016

The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities is accepting applications to fill the Architect vacancy on the Façade Improvement Review Committee. The purpose of this committee is to review,…

City to host upcoming Mentor-Protégé Training Series

February 23, 2016

WHAT:  The City will host a Mentor-Protégé Training Series on Thursday, March 3, 2016 from 9-5 pm at the Columbia Empowerment Zone, Inc. The March 3rd training topics will include:…

Richland One Schools win 19 Palmetto Gold and Silver Awards for student academic achievement

February 23, 2016

Richland One schools won 19 Palmetto Gold and Palmetto Silver Awards, the state’s highest educational award for academic achievement and student improvement. The names of the 14 winning schools for…

Furman University among top producers of U.S. Fulbright Scholars in 2015-16

February 23, 2016

When it comes to sending its graduates around the world to teach and conduct research as prestigious Fulbright Scholars, Furman University is once again among the very best in the…

Columbia Museum of Art selected as National Medal Finalist for Museum and Library Service

February 23, 2016

The CMA is one of 15 museums from around the nation to be selected for the nation’s highest honor recognizing community contributions and impact for museums and libraries  .  .…

Abacus Planning Group, Inc. announces Jon J. Robertson as shareholder

February 23, 2016

Abacus Planning Group, Inc., announces that Jon J. Robertson, LL.M, CFP® has become a shareholder in the firm. Mr. Robertson joined Abacus in 2007 shortly after receiving his Juris Doctor…

Caliber Home Loans welcomes Sr. Loan Consultant Dedra Isenbarger to Columbia branch

February 23, 2016

Kelly Allison, Regional Vice President of Caliber Home Loans, Southeast Builder Division, welcomes Dedra Fox Isenbarger, Senior Loan Consultant, to Caliber’s Columbia office. Caliber Home Loans, Inc. is a full-service…

Midlands area Lions drive volunteerism into 21st Century

February 23, 2016

Lions Clubs International Bus Tour visits Columbia to examine flood relief, vision screenings and youth efforts as part of 100-year assessment   The world’s largest service organization will visit Columbia…

Sowell Gray attorney Beth Richardson elected chair of New Morning Foundation Board of Directors

February 23, 2016

Sowell Gray Stepp & Laffitte, LLC attorney Beth Richardson was recently elected Chair of the board of New Morning Foundation. New Morning Foundation was founded in 2002 by the late…

NAI Avant facilitates sale of ±24,702 SF retail center in Forest Acres

February 23, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – NAI Avant senior broker Dail Longaker recently represented the seller, CRP-Fort Jackson, LLC in the sale of the newly developed Jackson Square retail center on Forest Drive…

Terra welcomes James Alford as General Manager

February 23, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Terra, which specializes in Chef Mike Davis’s seasonal preparation of Southern dishes using local products whenever possible at 100 State Street in West Columbia, announces that James Alford…

South Carolina State Museum wins South Carolina Governor’s Cup Award

February 23, 2016

South Carolina’s Top Award for Travel and Tourism COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina State Museum was awarded the prestigious Governor’s Cup Award, South Carolina’s top award for travel and…

South Carolina State Museum wins South Carolina Governor’s Cup Award

February 23, 2016

South Carolina’s Top Award for Travel and Tourism COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina State Museum was awarded the prestigious Governor’s Cup Award, South Carolina’s top award for travel and…

Rawle Murdy welcomes new Business and Office Operations Coordinator

February 23, 2016

CHARLESTON, SC – Rawle Murdy, an integrated brand agency, is excited to announce the most recent addition to its growing team. Rachel Spagnolo has joined Rawle Murdy as the New…

State of South Carolina hires CBRE to sell surplus properties

February 23, 2016

The South Carolina Department of Administration selected CBRE as the exclusive agent for the sale of more than 45 surplus properties totaling approximately 690 acres. The sale of these underutilized…

State of South Carolina hires CBRE to sell surplus properties

February 23, 2016

The South Carolina Department of Administration selected CBRE as the exclusive agent for the sale of more than 45 surplus properties totaling approximately 690 acres. The sale of these underutilized…

Terra welcomes James Alford as General Manager

February 23, 2016

COLUMBIA, SC – Terra, which specializes in Chef Mike Davis’s seasonal preparation of Southern dishes using local products whenever possible at 100 State Street in West Columbia, announces that James Alford…

CresCom Bank announces new promotions and hires

February 22, 2016

CresCom Bank, the community banking leader within the Carolinas, has promoted team members and added to its staff this month, including:   Charleston, S.C. Natasha Weston has officially joined CresCom…

CresCom Bank sponsors Walk for Autism for 6th year

February 22, 2016

CresCom Bank announces that it once again will be sponsoring the annual Walk for Autism on April 16.  This marks the 6th year the bank has sponsored the event. Starting…

Sloane Stephens and Eugenie Bouchard join 2016 Volvo Car Open player field

February 22, 2016

Sloane Stephens and Eugenie Bouchard have committed to play in the inaugural Volvo Car Open (formerly the Family Circle Cup), April 2nd – 10th, 2016, on Daniel Island in Charleston,…