The City of Columbia Homeless Services Department is contracting with Health Management Associates, Inc. to conduct a comprehensive community assessment focused on strengthening services and support for unsheltered neighbors. Through…
The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities is hosting QuickBooks Online: How to Set Up Your Books the Right Way From Day One on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, beginning at 10:00…
CarolinaPower, a leading employee-owned, regional electrical contractor with four offices in South Carolina, has added Logan Warmoth to its Business Development team. Warmoth’s primary focus will be on identifying new…
Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union announced the appointments of three key leadership roles: Michael Beam as special advisor to the CEO, Elizabeth Bunn as chief financial officer and Matt Gaskin…
The Town of Irmo is proud to announce the launch of a community-wide fundraising campaign to support the development of Crossbuck Play Space at Rawls Creek Park, an All-Inclusive Play…
The City of Cayce announced that South Carolina State University is expanding its footprint in the Midlands with the development of a new 42,000-square-foot Research & Extension campus in the…
The South Carolina Pediatric Alliance (SCPA) announced its role as a sponsor of the 2026 Wishing Well Gala, hosted by Carolina Sunshine for Children in an Evening of Hope, Heart,…
The Central SC Alliance (CSCA) announced the appointment of Annie Caggiano as Senior Vice President of Business Recruitment. In this role, she will lead the organization’s efforts to recruit new…
Ezekiel Ministries to Host “Pickleball for a Purpose” Tournament to Benefit Local Youth Mentoring Programs Ezekiel Ministries announced its upcoming First Annual Pickleball for a Purpose Tournament, a community-wide fundraiser…
Prescription medications play an important role in treating pain, anxiety and other health conditions when used exactly as directed. However, misusing prescription drugs can quickly lead to dependence, overdose or…
Popular Midlands gardening center & nursery, Wingard’s Market announced it has been nominated for the USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards in the category of Best Plant Nursery, a national…
Courtesy of the South Carolina Daily Gazette By Jessica Holdman South Carolina legislators will allow public colleges to continue concealing what they pay college athletes featured in university sports…
New charitable fund will support health, education, families and community organizations Marking its 25th anniversary, Anchor Investment Management, LLC, a comprehensive wealth management firm based in Columbia, South Carolina, is…
Literacy SC is kicking off its 2026 Better Together campaign. This year-long series of unique community events will bring education and Columbia together in unexpected ways. First up is a…
Sight Savers America has been awarded a second $80,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to assist 30 middle and high school-age youth in SC living…
Funding supports hands-on welding training that prepares students for the workforce The Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation has awarded $25,000 to the Midlands Technical College Foundation (MTCF) to support advanced…
West Columbia, S.C.’s Bruce Brutschy breaks national record actually, but unofficially By W. Thomas Smith Jr. I love bench press. To me, outside of pull-ups (chin-ups), the bench press is…
The highest national honor in residential homebuilding landed in Goose Creek, South Carolina. On February 17, 2026, the National Association of Homebuilders named Carnes Crossroads as both Residential Community of…
Food trucks, live DJ and drinks will highlight the pre-game festivities The Columbia Fireflies announced details for its Battle at BullStreet pre-game plaza party event today. Prior to the 3:00 Clemson vs. South Carolina baseball…
The Palmetto State Teachers Association strongly supports the recommended increase to educator salaries contained in the General Appropriations Act language released today by the House Ways and Means Committee. The…
Annual Festival, Presented by Prisma Health, Enjoys its 8th Year in 2026. The 8th Annual Cottontown Art Crawl, presented by Prisma Health, returns on Saturday, March 7, 2026 from 10am-4pm…
The City of Orangeburg, in partnership with South Carolina State University (“SCSU”), announced that City Council has approved the installation of the Toptracer Range System at Hillcrest Golf Course, bringing…
Who: Councilman Sam Johnson, Owners Justin Nelson and Dr. Tiniece Javis What: The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities will be hosting the grand opening of Crown & Ash Cigar Lounge on…
By Tom Poland Fall in full tumble gives us a kind of X-ray vision. We see that a leafless land is a lovely land, a surprising land. We see what…
By Jeff Becraft I went to Walmart this week… twice in one day. I had to get the quota in. I don’t get as much of a quota as…
Lander University’s annual Give Day set a new milestone, raising more than $108,000 and marking the most successful Give Day in the University’s history. The record-breaking total reflects strong participation…
After three decades of dedicated service, the City of Cayce announces the retirement of Cayce Municipal Clerk, Mendy Corder. Mendy started her journey with Cayce as the City’s receptionist in…
Statewide series introduces new Executive Director and invites public dialogue across all seven congressional districts. South Carolina Humanities announces the launch of its new statewide public engagement initiative, SC Humanities…
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) was recently awarded the South Carolina Aviation Association’s (SCAA) Commercial Airport Project of the Year award for its checkpoint modernization project. Completed in November of 2025,…
The Town of South Congaree officially swore in Carl J. “C.J.” Quinlan as its new Chief of Police during a ceremony held during the February 17, 2026, Town council meeting.…
McCrory Construction, South Carolina’s oldest general contractor, has promoted Ashlie Neil to Project Administrator Supervisor, a leadership role in which she will oversee project administrative operations and support across the…
Charleston/Columbia/Greenville/Spartanburg, SC – Colliers announced the promotion of Will Schenk to Director of Research | South Carolina, recognizing his leadership in delivering data-driven insights and market intelligence across the state.…
The 2026 SC Nonprofit Summit, one of the largest gatherings of nonprofit, philanthropic, and community leaders in the southeast, will be held in Greenville, March 9-11, 2026. The Summit is…
Here they come again, descending in hordes upon Columbia. Pirates. Soldiers from past centuries. Martial arts fighters. Modern sport fencers. Medieval knights in full armor. Jedi knights from a whole…
More South Carolinians will soon gain access to affordable broadband, devices, and digital skills training as the SC Digital Resource Alliance (SCDRA), led by backbone agency Palmetto Goodwill, expands its…
The LRADAC Foundation, the nonprofit support arm of LRADAC, announced the appointment of three new members to its Board of Directors: Wayne Boutwell, Chief Executive Officer of Encompass Health Rehabilitation…
Mullikin reflects on the Biblical mandate to cultivate and conserve the natural world By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Four days before his article about “protecting the Lord’s Garden” was published…
Congressman James E. Clyburn (SC-06) released the following statement on the passing of Reverend Jesse Jackson: “Today, I join the nation in mourning the passing of one of the most…
The Society of Industrial and Office Realtors® (SIOR) announced the appointment of David C. Lockwood III, SIOR, as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective March 30, 2026. An SIOR member…
Young women of all ages are invited to attend Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 24, at the South Carolina State House. The American…
Pictured L to R: SCSLC President & CEO Trey Simon, Power:Ed Executive Director Claire Gibbons, SCSLC Marketing & Outreach Director Destra Capers, and DIG CEO Steven Brown. BARNWELL, SC –…
SC Launch Inc., the investment affiliate of the South Carolina Research Authority, has announced a $400,000 investment in QWERKY AI. The Columbia-based startup addresses the crisis of soaring computational costs,…
The Junior League of Columbia (JLC) announced its annual Little Black Dress Initiative (LBDI) Week, taking place March 9–13, 2026. This impactful awareness and fundraising campaign is designed to spark meaningful…
ORANGEBURG, SC – Edisto Habitat for Humanity will break ground on its 100th home at 10 a.m. Feb. 21 during a public ribbon-cutting ceremony and volunteer day at 909 Fulton…
The 4th annual Black Eats Week 803 returns June 22–28 with a “best of” festival and food competition
Registration now open for restaurants, food trucks, bakeries, and other culinary entrepreneurs. The countdown has begun for the tastiest week in the Midlands! The 4th annual Black Eats Week 803 celebration…
Who: City of Columbia Community Development Department What: A Homebuyer Workshop to learn essential steps in the home buying process. Topics Include: Money Management Tips Understanding credit scores and reports Debt Management Strategies This…
OSUS encourages South Carolinians to show stigma-free support for people in recovery Recovery is strengthened by connection, compassion and support, and Valentine’s Day offers a meaningful opportunity to remind people…
The City of Columbia will begin structural repairs at the Washington Street parking deck, located at 1100 Washington Street, in March 2026. This project represents one piece of Phase 1…
International intelligence collection, countering human-trafficking, mine-clearing efforts in Eastern Europe, expansion into Africa, and a South Carolina connection By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The board of directors of U.S.-based CRIME…
At its January 27, 2026, meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the hiring of Brittney Linton as Lexington One’s new Food Service and Nutrition director.…