State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Dr. Michael Crosby of Sangaree Middle School as Educator of the Month

October 26, 2025

Berkeley County teacher shares a passion for preparing students for financial challenges of real world South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has named Dr. Michael Crosby of Sangaree Middle School as…

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Dominion Energy to begin performing tree trimming activities as scheduled for 2025

October 26, 2025

Dominion Energy will begin performing tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods on Monday, October 27, 2025, at 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Distribution Line Tree Trimming:      …

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Immersive planetarium experience, Áróra, returns to dazzle guests at the State Museum

October 26, 2025

Plus, kick off the holidays with the Holiday Planetarium Lighting on Dec. 4 This holiday season, guests are invited to visit the South Carolina State Museum to experience the beauty…

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Ghosts, ghouls, and goodies galore at Five Points Trick-or-Treat this Sunday!

October 25, 2025

The Five Points Association invites families, friends, and costumed characters of all ages to join us for our annual Five Points Trick-or-Treat event this Sunday, October 26, from 4:00–6:00 p.m.…

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SCDNR Director presented Chief Justice’s Lifetime Achievement Award

October 24, 2025

Dr. Tom Mullikin receives lofty honor from Chief Justice John W. Kittredge By W. Thomas Smith Jr. A meeting of the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) Board of Directors…

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From crew member to foreman: Pyramid celebrates Derius Robinson’s promotion

October 24, 2025

Pyramid Contracting has announced the promotion of Derius Robinson to foreman. In his new role, Robinson will oversee project teams, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to Pyramid’s standards of…

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Santee Cooper selects Brookfield Asset Management to proceed with nuclear project

October 24, 2025

After a thorough, expert-driven review of proposals from global leaders in the nuclear power industry, the Santee Cooper Board of Directors approved today a letter of intent with Brookfield Asset…

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Columbia Museum of Art announces planned departure of Executive Director

October 23, 2025

The Columbia Museum of Art (CMA) announces the planned departure of Executive Director Della Watkins, who will step down from her role in April 2026. Watkins has served as executive…

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Choosing the Best Over the Good

October 23, 2025

By Jeff Becraft   The other week, one of the members of Our Place of Hope named Adam and myself were out pulling up flowers and planting new ones. (Adam…

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Lake Murray Dam dedicated as National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark

October 23, 2025

American Society of Civil Engineers recognizes historic significance, unveils new plaque at dam Dominion Energy and the American Society of Civil Engineers on Wednesday dedicated the Dreher Shoals Dam – also known…

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S.C. Arts Commission, David Platts, executive director elected to national leadership role

October 23, 2025

The National Assembly of State Arts Agencies (NASAA) announced the election of a new chair and nine members to its board of directors. As part of a rigorous national nomination…

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Chandler Construction Services Inc. expanding corporate headquarters in Greenwood County

October 23, 2025

Project Star to bring $10.1 million investment and 31 new jobs Chandler Construction Services Inc., a long-standing leader in utility construction,  announced that it is expanding its operations and building…

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South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics among state’s top performers in career readiness scores

October 23, 2025

The South Carolina Department of Education has released its 2025 Career Readiness Assessment results, and the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is once again among the…

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5th Annual Blythewood Fall Championship Rodeo happening this weekend

October 23, 2025

Experience Columbia SC Sports is happy to once again to work with the Blythewood Fall Championship Rodeo presented by Scout Motors. Now in its fifth year, the event takes place…

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2025 Lake Sweep River Sweep

October 23, 2025

On September 20, 2025, Keep the Midlands Beautiful (KMB) coordinated Lake Sweep/River Sweep, an  annual cleanup of Lake Murray and surrounding waterways, with help from over 30 event partners  including…

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South Carolina goes pink: a statewide campaign to raise awareness for breast cancer

October 23, 2025

The South Carolina Cancer Alliance (SCCA) announced this month the launch of South Carolina Goes Pink, a statewide campaign running October 1–31 in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer…

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Prisma Health unveils $128 million Northeast Medical Park to transform access to outpatient care for rapidly growing Midlands region

October 23, 2025

The 120,000-square-foot facility brings advanced specialty care, surgical services and two Centers of Excellence to Northeast Columbia Prisma Health hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the upcoming opening of its new $128…

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Full line-up announced for Day Two Festival at the Finlay Park grand re-opening weekend

October 23, 2025

The City of Columbia is excited to announce the full artist line-up for the Day Two Festival, the grand finale of the Finlay Park grand re-opening weekend on Sunday, November 16, 2025.…

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Manufacturers recognized for excellence at 2025 SC Manufacturing Summit

October 23, 2025

The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) and the South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (SCMEP) honored the state’s leading manufacturers and industry professionals at the 2025 SC Manufacturing Summit. The annual…

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City of Columbia accepting nominations for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards

October 23, 2025

The City of Columbia is accepting applications, ranging from elementary, middle, and high school students for the 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards. The Dream Keeper…

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Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Irmo names first CEO

October 23, 2025

Nicole Woods has been appointed market chief executive officer of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Irmo. The hospital, under construction at 108 Evergreen Drive in Irmo, South Carolina, is a 49-bed…

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Midlands Technical College Foundation welcomes three new trustees

October 23, 2025

Peyton Bryant, Christopher Clark, and Neil Jones will serve through June 2028 The Midlands Technical College Foundation welcomed three new board of trustees members – Peyton Bryant, Christopher Clark, and…

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Sumter Plant Manager leads life-saving Heart Walk campaign

October 23, 2025

Brandon Boyd mobilizes Sumter’s corporate leaders to build community of lifesavers as chair of American Heart Association Heart Walk Brandon Boyd, plant manager at Carolina PEC, is stepping up in…

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Deputy presented retirement credentials at age 92

October 22, 2025

Sheriff Lott honors retired Deputy and Vietnam veteran James L. Taylor Sr. By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Mr. James L. Taylor, Sr., a 92-year-old retired deputy sheriff with the Richland…

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Notes From The Road

October 22, 2025
Tom Poland

By Tom Poland   June 29, 1956, President Dwight Eisenhower signed the Interstate Act. Nigh 70 years later a grid of steel, cement, and asphalt makes it impossible to see…

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Colliers Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in Columbia

October 22, 2025

Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from our office in Columbia from Q3 2025: Industrial Chuck Salley, SIOR, Thomas Beard, SIOR and John…

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Cohn Construction’s Beth Frost selected for Columbia Regional Business Report’s Forty Under 40

October 22, 2025

Beth Frost has been recognized as a member of the Columbia Regional Business Report’s 2025 Forty Under 40 class. This annual honor highlights 40 exceptional professionals under the age of…

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Cayce Mayor selected as SC Hunt State Policy Fellow

October 22, 2025

Eighteen local elected leaders, including Cayce Mayor, Elise Partin, from across South Carolina been selected for the inaugural South Carolina Hunt State Policy Fellows program, a bipartisan initiative designed to…

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William Kirkland named SCRA’s interim president and CEO

October 21, 2025

South Carolina Research Authority’s board of trustees has named William “Bill” Kirkland as its interim president and CEO. Mr. Kirkland has extensive experience in economic development and in the private…

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Hood Construction announces new teammates & team promotion

October 21, 2025

Hood Construction shared a few team updates. Jennifer Barfield has been named Senior Project Coordinator, and two new additions to the team have been made: Ryan Kerr as Assistant Project…

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USC Brain Health Clinic opens in Orangeburg

October 21, 2025

The University of South Carolina celebrated the opening of its new Brain Health Clinic in Orangeburg with a ribbon-cutting ceremony held at 2 p.m. on Saturday. The event highlighted the…

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South Carolina Community Loan Fund names new CEO

October 21, 2025

The South Carolina Community Loan Fund (SCCLF) has named Cynthia “Cindi” Watts Rourk as its next Chief Executive Officer, effective Oct. 27. The announcement follows the planned retirements of co-leaders…

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Midlands Technical College Foundation Golf Classic raises $200,000+ for military families

October 21, 2025

In five years, tournament raises over half a million dollars for QuickJobs Scholarships The Midlands Technical College Foundation raised a record-breaking $200,000 at its fifth-annual MTC Golf Classic held at…

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Students help bring Finlay Park to life through art

October 21, 2025

The City of Columbia’s Public Relations, Media & Marketing Department hosted a community pop-up art event at Soda City Market on Saturday, October 18, 2025, to celebrate the upcoming grand…

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Governor McMaster proclaims Lights on Afterschool Day in South Carolina

October 21, 2025

State joins national celebration recognizing afterschool programs that keep kids safe, inspire learning, and support working families Governor Henry McMaster has officially proclaimed October 23, 2025, as “Lights On Afterschool…

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Five Points Association welcomes Nyjah Mitchell as new events & marketing manager

October 21, 2025

The Five Points Association announced the hiring of Nyjah Mitchell as its new Events & Marketing Manager, bringing fresh ideas, creative energy, and a deep passion for the community to…

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The City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities introduces “Grow Up and Grow Old: Columbia” cohort

October 21, 2025

Who: The City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities What: The Office of Business Opportunities is introducing its 5-week course, Grow up and Grow Old: Columbia. Grow Up and Grow Old: Columbia is…

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Columbia city council meeting agenda Tuesday, October 21, 2025

October 21, 2025

The Columbia City Council will conduct a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, October 21,  2025 at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall (Mayor’s Conference Room), 1737 Main Street, Second Floor, Columbia, SC…

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Community development committee meeting agenda Tuesday, October 21, 2025

October 21, 2025

The Community Development Committee will conduct a meeting on Tuesday,  October 21, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at City Hall (Mayor’s Conference Room),  1737 Main Street, Second Floor, Columbia, SC 29201.…

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Columbia city council meeting agenda Tuesday, October 21, 2025

October 21, 2025

The Columbia City Council will conduct a Work Session on Tuesday, October 21,  2025 at 2:30 p.m. at City Hall (Mayor’s Conference Room), 1737 Main Street,  Second Floor, Columbia, SC…

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Arts, historic preservation & philanthropy committee meeting agenda

October 21, 2025

The Arts, Historic Preservation & Philanthropy Committee will conduct a  meeting on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at City Hall (Mayor’s  Conference Room), 1737 Main Street, Second Floor,…

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701 Center for Contemporary Art presents Part II of its eighth South Carolina Biennial

October 20, 2025

701 Center for Contemporary Art (701 CCA) announced the opening of the 701 CCA SC Biennial Part II, the second installment of its eighth survey exhibition showcasing the work of…

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USC Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing and Palmetto Nuclear Coalition work together to advance nuclear innovation

October 20, 2025

University of South Carolina (USC)’s Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing and Palmetto Nuclear Coalition (PNC) announce a pivotal agreement aimed at transforming South Carolina into a national and global…

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Scott Powell appointed to Clemson Architectural Foundation Board

October 20, 2025

Craig Gaulden Davis | PBK (CGD | PBK) announced that Scott Powell, Managing Principal of the firm, has been appointed to the Clemson Architectural Foundation (CAF) Board at Clemson University.…

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LexOne Educational Foundation 2025-26 Michelin VEX Robotics Grant Awards

October 20, 2025

The Lexington County School District One Educational Foundation recently awarded the 2025-26 Michelin VEX Robotics Grant Awards. Thanks to the generosity of Michelin North America and the Lexington, South Carolina…

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Lander Alumnus promoted to Lieutenant Colonel in U.S. Army

October 20, 2025

GREENWOOD, SC – Lander University graduates regularly climb the ranks to hold positions of leadership in their respective organizations. That journey is true for Lander alumnus, Ed Moore, who was…

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Sunbelt Business Brokers of the Carolinas facilitates successful sale of Better Bins Disposal

October 20, 2025

Sunbelt Business Brokers, a trusted advisory firm specializing in mergers and acquisitions for privately held businesses, announced the successful sale of MB&E Inc., doing business as Better Bins Disposal, a…

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Ghosts of the Relic Room go a-haunting

October 20, 2025

The ghosts of the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum are on the move. For years, Joe Long – curator of education at the museum – has presented…

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Local businesses encouraged to Deck the Halls for Good and support Homeless No More families

October 20, 2025

COLUMBIA, SC – Homeless No More is calling on local businesses to Deck the Halls for Good and transform their holiday office décor into a powerful act of community giving.…

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