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…
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…
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 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, 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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 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 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 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…
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 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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…
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,…
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…
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 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…
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 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, 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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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, 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…
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, 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 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
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…