Parris Balazs of Eventfully Chic by Parris named in Top 3 Wedding Planners in Columbia, SC

May 9, 2023

Parris Balazs, owner and certified wedding planner of Eventfully Chic by Parris, was named in the top 3 wedding planners in Columbia, South Carolina by Three Best Rated®. Three Best…

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The Hive Community Circle attends “Communities in Action: Building a Better South Carolina” hosted by the White House

May 9, 2023

Joined by elected officials and community leaders from South Carolina (SC), The Hive Community Circle (The Hive) Executive Director, Ashley Thomas, attended the event “Communities in Action: Building a Better…

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MUSC Health Midlands Division welcomes new CEO

May 9, 2023

Matthew (Matt) Littlejohn, MHA, FACHE, has been named the new Chief Executive Officer of the MUSC Health Midlands Division effective May 1, 2023. The Midlands Division encompasses MUSC Health Columbia…

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Lake Marion community invites public for free open house celebration

May 9, 2023

McCord’s Ferry at Lake Marion, a 678-acre master-planned gated lakefront community near Santee, SC, will host a two-day open house celebration to allow exploration of its expansive 1,000-home development. The…

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Village Idiot Pizza announces franchise opportunities 

May 9, 2023

Village plans for immediate expansion throughout the Southeast After 32 years in business, Columbia’s beloved Village Idiot Pizza will now be available in communities across the southeast through franchise partnership…

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New Komodo dragon facility for Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

May 9, 2023

World’s Largest Lizards to Land New Habitat at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is excited to announce the next step in Phase One of the Zoo’s Bridge…

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Original Six Foundation to distribute over 30,000 books to kindergarten students in rural and underserved communities

May 9, 2023

There’s no greater gift to a child than teaching him or her to read. There’s also no more important academic skill. That’s why the Original Six Foundation’s My First Library…

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Midlands Technical College graduates 1,600+ students

May 9, 2023

Midlands Technical College (MTC) graduated 1,689 students from more than 120 academic programs during its annual commencement at the Colonial Life Arena. The college awarded 1,159 associate degrees, 95 diplomas,…

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LRADAC purchases Narcan vending machine for newly released inmates in Lexington County to help curb overdoses

May 9, 2023

In a novel harm reduction strategy to help combat overdoses for recently released inmates, LRADAC has partnered with the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department and the Lexington County Detention Center to…

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Grease is the word at Town Theatre

May 9, 2023

School may still be in session, but it’s time for some hot “Summer Nights” with Town Theatre’s Grease! You know the story – “bad boy” Danny and “the girl next…

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CAE hosts gate party celebration for restarted nonstop service on American Airlines to LGA

May 8, 2023

The Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) celebrated the return of nonstop service on American Airlines from Columbia, S.C. to New York City/LaGuardia. “The return of this nonstop service is the last…

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Desi Banks announces the Purpose Chaser Tour

May 8, 2023

Tickets Go On-Sale Friday, May 12 at 10 am local Comedian Desi Banks announced today he’ll bring the Purpose Chaser Tour to the Koger Center for the Arts in Columbia, SC on…

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Numerical Methods for Data Science Class

May 5, 2023

Although data science algorithms can be run by anyone who can push a button, to understand or innovate them requires a deeper understanding of the underlying mathematics. This special topics…

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Carolina Handling skybox welcomes military, first responders during BMW Charity Pro-Am

May 5, 2023

A VIP view of the BMW Charity Pro-Am, a simulated drive on a Raymond lift truck and the chance to win a trip to the nation’s capital all will be…

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Leaphart joins board of local nonprofit that helps youth develop musical abilities

May 5, 2023

Gibbs Leaphart, a member of Robinson Gray law firm, has joined the board of SoundBites, a local nonprofit that helps young people get what they need to develop their musical…

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The Beach Company’s Dan Doyle honored as a 2023 GlobeSt. Influencer in Retail Real Estate

May 5, 2023

The Beach Company announced that Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Dan Doyle was recognized by GlobeSt. as a top individual in the outlet’s Influencers in Retail Real Estate…

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Sheriff shares safety tips with seniors at Still Hopes

May 5, 2023

By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott helped launch the Life Engagements Town Hall series at Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community in West Columbia, Wednesday, May 3.…

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Take action: Type O Negative Blood Donors needed for Emergencies

May 4, 2023

$10 e-gift card for coming to give May 1-19 When every second counts, blood products can provide lifesaving care. The American Red Cross asks the public to give blood or…

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USC, Lexington One students demo latest robotics tech in D.C.

May 4, 2023

The world’s leading companies know that when it comes to technology demonstrations, seeing is believing. The same can be said for students when they see what they learn in the…

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Small business owners unite for powerful S.C. Advocacy Day

May 4, 2023

SC Chamber Hosts Small Business Day at the State House The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber), the state’s unified voice for business, hosted its first Small Business Day…

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FN America, LLC expanding Richland County operations

May 4, 2023

$18 million investment will create more than 100 new jobs FN America, LLC, the U.S. subsidiary of FN Herstal, S.A. and a global firearms manufacturer, today announced plans to expand…

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Trinity Partners facilitates NNN investment sale in Lexington, SC

May 4, 2023

Braden Shockley, Senior Brokerage Associate and Roger Winn, SIOR, Partner of Trinity Partners, represented the buyer in the purchase of a retail building in Lexington, SC. The property, located at…

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The Rock It! Co. expands to Greenville

May 4, 2023

Premier marketing and events agency, The Rock It! Co. is returning to its roots with its expansion to the Upstate this month. Leah Stoudenmire, The Rock It! Co.’s Founder and…

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U.S. Special Operators named IRONMEN

May 4, 2023

Army Green Beret and Recon Marine receive coveted GEA designation By Alex Junes-Ward Global Eco Adventures (GEA) has announced IRONMAN designations for two U.S. military special operations NCOs, former Army…

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We’re Sending You To …

May 3, 2023
Tom Poland

By Tom Poland   In the 1960s my father visited the Central State Hospital in Georgia. He may have gone to visit a relative. I recall a heated family gathering…

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The glories of “no”

May 3, 2023

By Jeff Becraft   The “no’s” of life can also be glorious. None of us like a “no.”  There is the feeling of rejection, dejection, deflation, frustration, and extreme disappointment.  (And the…

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Hanabi Hibachi & Sushi to Host “Taste of Hanabi” Grand Opening Celebration on May 18

May 3, 2023

Hanabi Hibachi & Sushi is excited to announce their official grand opening event, Taste of Hanabi, on Thursday, May 18th, at 6:30 p.m. The restaurant, located at 1624 Main Street,…

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Maximize May with City’s Food Truck Fridays

May 3, 2023

The City of Columbia continues the exciting initiative Food Truck Fridays through the month of May. There will be new food vendors and the food trucks will operate from one…

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How and when to amend your SC Individual Income Tax return

May 3, 2023

What you need to know: Generally, you should amend a return if an IRS audit changes your state return, or when there are changes to your income, deductions, credits, payments,…

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Carlisle Associates Promotes Eric Neiser, AIA to Vice President, Architecture

May 3, 2023

Carlisle Associates is pleased to announce that Eric Neiser, AIA has been promoted to Vice President of Architecture. “We are excited to add Eric to our executive team,” said Carlisle…

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Colliers represented the seller in the sale of Pet Supermarket in Lexington

May 3, 2023

Victor (Buddy) John of Colliers | South Carolina represented the seller in the $1.7 million investment sale of 509 W. Main Street in Lexington, South Carolina. The property sale included…

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Eric H. Philpot selected to 2023 Super Lawyers

May 3, 2023

Eric H. Philpot, a partner at the Philpot Law Firm, has been selected to the 2023 South Carolina Super Lawyers list. No more than five percent of the lawyers in…

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Passion before Profit: Developers collaborate to provide high-quality affordable housing for families, seniors at The Sullivan

May 3, 2023

Co-developers open new 180-unit income-restricted community for families and seniors; immediate leasing available Recognizing the critical need for high-quality, affordable housing across the Palmetto State, three developers have pooled their…

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Comet sweeps Awards at Statewide Transportation Competition, advances to Nationals

May 3, 2023

Bus Operators and Maintenance staff of The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) scored in every category at the recent Transportation Association of South Carolina (TASC) Roadeo recently held…

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Superintendent Search Firm Retained

May 3, 2023

Richland School District Two Board of Trustees has taken another step in the search for a permanent superintendent. The Board has retained the services of McPherson & Jacobson LLC, a…

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Women in Philanthropy hosts the 21st Annual Power of the Purse

May 3, 2023

United Way of the Midlands’ Women in Philanthropy hosts the 21st Annual Power of the Purse event Thursday, May 18, 6:30 p.m. at the Columbia Museum of Art, brought to…

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Midlands Gives breaks record, raises $4.4 Million for hundreds of local nonprofits

May 3, 2023

Midlands Gives Day, the annual 18-hour, online giving challenge hosted by Central Carolina Community Foundation, raised a record-breaking $4,442,862 via 21,403 individual gifts. The tenth annual online day of giving…

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New nonprofit provides architecture resources for youth and young professionals

May 3, 2023

ARKITEX is a new nonprofit organization providing resources and guidance to youth and young professionals pursuing a career in architecture. Founded by MOA Architecture Inc. CEO and architect Michael Allen,…

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Trinity Partners arranges long term industrial lease in Northeast Columbia, SC

May 3, 2023

Bruce Harper, SIOR, Managing Partner of Trinity Partners, represented the landlord and facilitated the long-term lease of an industrial property located at 10125 Farrow Road in Northeast Columbia. The tenant,…

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USC School of Law honors alumna Becky Laffitte with Platinum Compleat Lawyer Award

May 3, 2023

Becky Laffitte, a member of Robinson Gray law firm, has received the Platinum Compleat Lawyer Award, which is given by the University of South Carolina School of Law Alumni Council…

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Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery Director receives prestigious AAOE award

May 3, 2023

Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery announced that Ruschell Gladden, Director of Patient Access, is the recipient of the 2023 Practice Professional of the Year Award from the American Alliance of Orthopedic…

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KeyMark named Best in Communication in South Carolina and #6 in Top Workplaces 2023 Awards

May 3, 2023

KeyMark, a leading intelligent automation provider and value-added reseller, ranked sixth in South Carolina’s Top Workplaces for small businesses and was named Best in Communication. Energage CEO Eric Rubino made…

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Nineteen Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd attorneys recognized in 2023 South Carolina Super Lawyers

May 3, 2023

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that nineteen attorneys have been listed in the 2023 edition of South Carolina Super Lawyers®, including ten attorneys who were named as “Rising Stars.” HSB…

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DeWees Real Estate Group represents tenant in local real estate transaction

May 3, 2023

Sales Associate, Angela Cash, Represented the tenant in the lease of 1215 Wayne Street DeWees Real Estate Group, a full-service commercial real estate firm specializing in Columbia’s office, retail, industrial,…

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Lima One Capital Nate Trunfio honored nationally by HousingWire

May 3, 2023

HousingWire has named Lima’s One Capital’s Nate Trunfio one of its 2023 Rising Stars. Since joining Lima One in 2020 as the Senior Director of Sales, Trunfio has captained a…

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SCRA announces new member companies and grant funding

May 2, 2023

Glossifi and SiteLabs were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Builder Rocket, CloseWise, Drobot, and PeriopHealth, received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching, access to…

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Lexington County to kick off South Carolina Ag+Art Tour on Saturday, May 6

May 2, 2023

Lexington County is set to kick off the 2023 South Carolina Ag+Art Tour on Saturday, May 6 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Visit seven tour sites across the county featuring local artisans at…

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Miriam Atria recognized by South Carolina Legislature for 40 years of service to tourism industry

May 2, 2023

Representatives Nathan Ballentine, Paula Rawl Calhoon, and former Representative Chip Huggins presented Miriam Atria with a House Resolution from the South Carolina General Assembly “To congratulate Miriam Atria, President/CEO of Capital City/Lake Murray…

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CAE restarts valet parking in partnership with Columbia area company, additional parking options

May 2, 2023

On Monday, May 15th, the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) will be restarting its valet parking operations. The service, offline since 2020, will be available 24 hours a day, seven days a week…

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Richland County’s new fireworks law: What to Know

May 2, 2023

Updated ordinance makes overnight pyrotechnics unlawful in unincorporated areas With the adoption of a new fireworks ordinance, Richland County Council is introducing major changes to the County’s fireworks laws. County…

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