A record-breaking number of students are enrolled at Columbia International University (CIU) this fall, with over 2,900 students pursuing traditional undergraduate, graduate, and online degrees. That includes this year’s incoming…
Steel Hands Brewing announced a new concept opening very soon in the heart of the Vista Entertainment District. Steel Hands Vista Distilling and Brewing will be located at 705 Gervais…
By Jeff Becraft If you look at a piece of notebook paper, you’ll see on most pieces the blue lines, which is where we’re supposed to write, and then…
Nominations are now open to honor persons or organizations in South Carolina who exhibit the highest levels of achievement, influence, or support of arts with the South Carolina Governor’s Awards…
Lowcountry Kettle, celebrated as the Official Chip of South Carolina, is proud to announce the launch of two collegiate-branded bags honoring the University of South Carolina (USC) and Clemson University.…
The City of Columbia’s Community Development Committee met on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 to discuss several items involving programs and activities that directly affect our communities in the City of…
The Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (RSWCD) has opened its Seed Sanctuary in time for the fall season. This means County residents can again obtain up to four free…
Disability Rights South Carolina, the nonprofit, federally mandated, and state designated Protection and Advocacy System serving people with disabilities, has received a $30,000 grant from the South Carolina Bar Foundation.…
The Richland School District Two Board of Trustees conducted the annual superintendent’s performance evaluation for Dr. Kim D. Moore during regularly scheduled board meetings on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, and…
A Lexington Two middle school teacher is one of just 10 educators nationwide to be selected as a recipient of the Javits-Frasier Scholarship, presented by the National Association for Gifted…
Columbia College and Newberry College have been selected as co-hosts for the South Carolina Teaching Fellows program, with the first cohort opening in fall 2025. The fellowship, administered by the…
To begin the City Council meeting, Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann and City Council approved the honorary naming of the intersection of the 1200 block of Blanding Street and the 1600…
The board of directors for Home Works of America, South Carolina’s largest nonprofit focused on charitable home repair, has announced a transition of executive leadership, effective Sept. 16. Madelyn Smith,…
NovaVia Spine and Biologics, Tax Titans, and Terratory were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Dealerverse, Notey, and Querri received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive…
Twenty-one Richland One high school students have been honored with the College Board’s National Recognition Program award, which recognizes high-performing students in underrepresented communities. To be eligible for the award,…
Lawrence Flynn, a public finance attorney and member of the management team with Pope Flynn, a Columbia-based law firm concentrating in public finance and governmental law, has been appointed to…
EXHIBITIONS French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850 – 1950 October 5, 2024 – January 5, 2025 In France, the years between the Revolution of 1848 and the end of World…
“Let It Grow,” a new play by Chad Henderson and the winner of the 2024 Jasper Project Play Right Series, will be showcased in a staged reading at Harbison Theatre…
Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, PA announced the addition of Dr. Robert Browning to our team as of September 1st, 2024. Dr. Browning joins us after completing his Orthopaedic Surgery Fellowship…
University attracts $309 million in sponsored awards, powering innovation and impact The University of South Carolina reached a new research milestone in fiscal year 2024, attracting $309 million in sponsored…
Historic Columbia announced programming and events for September 2024. See the full list of September events below and be sure to leave room in your calendar to experience all Historic…
S.C. Floodwater Commission chair speaks to one of the nation’s oldest, most distinguished military organizations By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Dr. Tom Mullikin, a former U.S. Army officer and retired…
Compellingly leading the way, two employees in Richland Two are on an elite list of educators in the Emerging Leaders Class of 2024-2025. The South Carolina ASCD recently announced that…
Polo Road Elementary School continues to make high marks in developing future leaders. For the third year in a row, the school has earned National Beta School of Merit status.…
Four magnet programs in Richland School District Two are continuing to earn top honors from Magnet Schools of America (MSA). The Montessori Magnet at Pontiac Elementary School, Forest Lake Elementary…
Latin and Asian cuisine restaurant expands with third Midlands location Food People Restaurant Group, owned by local entrepreneurs Chris Sullivan of Lexington, S.C., and James Williams of Columbia, S.C., is…
S.C. Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU) announced the receipt of a Power:Ed $25,000 grant for fostering increased participation in the SCICU Undergraduate Student/Faculty Research Program by students attending SCICU’s five…
Annual Leading Women Dinner Honors Women Who Have Blazed Trails in Civic Leadership SC Women in Leadership (SC WIL) announced the Honorable Nancy Gutierrez, City of Hardeeville Municipal Judge, as…
Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board Annual Meeting reports strong tourism impact
The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board’s (CCLMC) Annual Meeting was held on Thursday, August 22 at the Lake Murray Country Visitors Center. The meeting reviewed CCLMC’s 2023-24 achievements…
The 2024 Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence will be held on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at Page Ellington Park, 2220 Gregg St, Columbia, SC 29207. October is Domestic Violence Awareness…
Community Association Management Services (CAMS) announced the appointment of Ryan Condron as the new Director of Project Management. This strategic addition to the CAMS team is set to bring significant…
Denmark Technical College proudly marked a significant milestone on August 21 with the annual School of Nursing Pinning Ceremony, an event that honored 13 graduating nursing students on the brink…
$800 million investment will support 100 new operational jobs FAST FACTS Meta selects Aiken County to establish the company’s first South Carolina data center. The $800 million investment will support…
CHARLESTON, SC – LawyerLisa, an elder law and estate planning firm, announced the opening of its newest office in Mount Pleasant, strategically located to better serve clients in the Lowcountry…
Coming Together for Hope: Fundraising Event Aims to Ease Medical Burdens On September 21st, 2024, Calvary Chapel Lexington will host a special 5K Run/Walk and Family Fun Day to raise…
After four years of planning and preparing, the Native American Studies Center opened its first-ever exhibit geared just for elementary-aged children. Opening Tuesday, Sept. 3 in the Duke Energy Gallery,…
Becky Lafitte, a member of Robinson Gray law firm, is being honored as Lawyer of the Year by The Best Lawyers in America® in the publication’s 2025 edition. Not only…
Bill Metzger, a member of Robinson Gray law firm, is being honored in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® as Lawyer of the Year in the practice…
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2024 South Carolina Retail Market Highlights Continued population growth across the state’s major metros has led to record-low vacancies in major markets…
The Governor’s School for Agriculture at John de la Howe (JDLH), Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities (SCGSAH), and the Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM), and are…
Collins & Lacy, P.C., a leading defense law firm serving retail and hospitality, professional liability, construction, product liability, trucking defense, and insurance coverage clients, announces that several of its attorneys…
Planning Administrator Lucinda Statler, AICP and Associate Planner/Community Planner Tristan Kercher will share a special luncheon presentation about the City of Columbia’s recent Downtown Plan/Design Guidelines process and outcomes. This…
Jason Giulietti, President and CEO of Central SC Alliance, has been named a 2024 Top 10 Influential Leader by Industry Era Magazine in recognition of his strategic approach, innovative leadership…
Richland School District Two is announcing its five finalists for 2024-2025 District Teacher of the Year. The finalists and their schools are Hannah Cummings, Round Top Elementary School; Yoko Hughes,…
Columbia Chamber seeking qualified applicants for its class of 2025 The Chamber is now accepting applications for the Midlands Minority Business Accelerator (MMBA) Class of 2025. The deadline for applications is October…
Experience the South Carolina native’s electrifying performance this fall Singer, songwriter, and musician Cody Webb will be performing live September 6, 2024 at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (HT@MTC).…
Mission Lexington announces the retirement of Robin Bowers, who has faithfully served as Executive Director for the past 12 years. Under her visionary leadership, Mission Lexington has grown from a…
The South Carolina Association for Justice has unanimously elected Sydney Lynn as its new President. Lynn, an attorney at Charleston-based Joye Law Firm, will preside over the 1,400-member Association, which…
Honored for the fifth consecutive year, SIOS climbs one spot in medium size employer category among 46 ranked companies and organizations SIOS Technology Corp., an industry leader in application high…
South Carolina Federal Credit Union was again named one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina by SC Biz News, ranking No. 5 in the large employee category.…