Grand opening and ribbon cutting for Gadget Boy

July 25, 2024

Gadget Boy, a new boutique electronic store, is opening its doors at 2822 Devine St., Columbia, SC 29205. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at…

Transitions Vice President of Operations named 2024 Women of Influence honoree

July 25, 2024

The Transitions team is thrilled to announce that Monica Haddock, Vice President of Operations, has been selected as a 2024 Women of Influence honoree.  The Women of Influence Awards celebrate…

Misperceptions

July 24, 2024

By Jeff Becraft   Sometimes things are not as they appear. The other day I was at a stoplight and I was behind a smaller-sized SUV. It had smoked windows in…

Trinity Partners completes the sale of high-end development site in North Myrtle Beach

July 24, 2024

Macon Lovelace, SIOR of Trinity Partners recently completed the sale of a 5.24-acre development site in North Myrtle Beach, SC. The property, located in the Tilghman Estates neighborhood, is unimproved…

Colliers Columbia Industrial Report: New wave of deliveries creating opportunities for users

July 24, 2024

Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q2 2024 Columbia Industrial Market Highlights The Columbia industrial market saw limited leasing activity in Q2, as isolated user vacancies and macroeconomic considerations…

Richland County Sheriff named to international Crime Stoppers organization’s board of directors

July 24, 2024

Lott said to “exemplify commitment and excellence in all aspects of law enforcement” By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott was officially named to the board of…

Everclear, one of the leading alternative rock bands of the ‘90s, to headline Rock 4 Recovery 2024 presented by Dominion Energy

July 24, 2024

One of the most eclectic and beloved bands of the ‘90s alternative rock scene is coming to the Midlands as Everclear headlines the LRADAC Foundation’s 5th annual Rock 4 Recovery…

Richland One parents, community invited to meet new principals

July 23, 2024

Students at four Richland One schools will be greeted by new principals when the new school year begins August 8. “Our new principals are excited and ready to welcome students…

Rotary District 7770 change of leadership for 2024-25

July 23, 2024

Rotary District 7770 Changes for 2024-25 Mary G. Gasque, a prominent local businesswoman and partner at Gasque Marketing and Advertising in West Columbia, SC, has been officially installed as the…

Jamie Frost, SVP, elected to SCEDA Board of Directors

July 23, 2024

Alliance Consulting Engineers, Inc., a Columbia, South Carolina-based civil and environmental engineering firm, announced that Senior Vice President James “Jamie” W. Frost, II, P.E., has been elected to the Board…

Richland One looking for volunteers to serve as R1 CHAMPS for 2024-2025 school year

July 23, 2024

Richland One is looking for volunteers to serve as R1 CHAMPS for the 2024-2025 school year. R1 CHAMPS (Caring Hearts Making Positive Shifts) launched in 2023 with the goal of…

DAV Charitable Service Trust awards a $30,000 grant to Senior Resources to help provide meals to homebound veterans

July 23, 2024

Senior Resources is proud to announce it has received a generous grant of $30,000 from DAV Charitable Service Trust, an increase from last year’s $25,400, to provide vital nutritional support…

The Gilder Lehrman Institute names Sarah Kelly as 2024 South Carolina History Teacher of the Year

July 23, 2024

The distinguished history educator is one of 53 finalists for the 2024 National History Teacher of the Year Award, set to receive a $1,000 prize and an invaluable collection of…

The Village Group receives $40,000 grant from Power:Ed for Plantersville Summer Academy to curb summer learning loss and boost social-emotional support for rural African American youth

July 23, 2024

Power:Ed Executive Director Claire Gibbons presents grant award to The Village Group Executive Director Ray C. Funnye (far left), board members, and Plantersville Summer Academy educators and students. The Village…

Grand opening ceremony for More Vegan Cafe

July 23, 2024

The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities hosted the ribbon cutting ceremony for More Vegan Cafe, located at 4622 North Main Street, Columbia, SC 29203, celebrating the new establishment.…

SC Launch Inc. announces third investment in Bubble Paper

July 23, 2024

South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested $250,000 in Bubble Paper as part of a $10 million Series A funding round. The Greenville-based company is revolutionizing the packaging industry with its…

Richland Two invites Hispanic families to Fiesta Conexiones on Thursday, July 25, 2024

July 23, 2024

All Richland School District Two Hispanic families are invited to Fiesta Conexiones, on Thursday, July 25, 2024. Fiesta Conexiones will be held at Forest Lake Elementary School, 6801 Brookfield Road,…

Midlands Technical College Foundation receives $1 million donation

July 23, 2024

The Lowe’s Foundation awarded the Midlands Technical College Foundation (MTCF) $1 million as a part of today’s select group of community and technical colleges receiving Gable Grants. Since awarding its…

Connor’s two milestone legal achievements in less than a year

July 23, 2024

Retired Army colonel achieves second seven-figure settlement in under a year By Chris Carter In less than a year, the Bill Connor Law Firm, led by attorney and retired U.S.…

The Cooperative Ministry has new board chair

July 22, 2024

Stephanie Yandle, Customer Experience Manager, Research & Information, at BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, has been elected as the 2024-2026 chair of The Cooperative Ministry’s board of directors. The board…

CAE sees record-setting passenger traffic in Q1 and Q2 of 2024

July 22, 2024

During the first part of 2024 the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) saw 646,013 (January – June 2024) passengers through the terminal. In May alone, the airport saw 123,008 passengers –…

DESA welcomes Veronica Adamson as Project Engineer

July 22, 2024

DESA, Inc. announced that Veronica Adamson, PE has joined its Engineering Services team as Project Engineer. Adamson will be responsible for the management and design of transportation projects, water and…

NAI Columbia welcomes new brokerage associate

July 22, 2024

NAI Columbia recently welcomed Sam Edens to the Columbia brokerage team. Edens joins the Columbia office as a brokerage associate specializing in retail. He will work alongside Patrick Palmer, CCIM…

Prisma Health and UnitedHealthcare reach new multi-year agreement

July 22, 2024

Prisma Health is back in-network for UnitedHealthcare Prisma Health and UnitedHealthcare (United) have reached a new multi-year agreement. The new agreement ensures that Prisma Health hospitals, physician practices and other…

VC3 completes acquisition of Inline Computer & Communications, Washington-based information technology service provider

July 22, 2024

RICHLAND, WA & COLUMBIA, SC – VC3, a leading managed service provider serving municipalities and commercial businesses across North America, announced  the acquisition of Inline Computer & Communications, an IT…

Abacus Planning Group welcomes Michael Holt to its Financial Planning Team

July 22, 2024

Abacus Planning Group welcomed Michael Holt to its financial planning team as a Support Advisor. As a member of the financial planning team, Michael works closely with senior advisors to…

Daddy Had A Worm Farm

July 22, 2024

By Tom Poland   The towns sounded distant, not as miles go, but as memories. Hazlehurst, McRae, Baxley, Soperton, Alma, and Tifton. Tifton meant trouble. I was studying a map…

SCDOT awarded $175 million to replace bridges on I-95 over Lake Marion

July 19, 2024

This week, the Governor Henry McMaster, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, and U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn announced the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has been awarded $175 million by…

Central SC Alliance announces promotion of Zechariah Willoughby to Director of Business Development

July 19, 2024

The Central SC Alliance, an economic development organization situated in the central region of South Carolina, is proud to announce the promotion of Zechariah Willoughby from Director of Research to…

Greenwood Capital celebrates 40 years of service

July 19, 2024

On June 30, 2024, Greenwood Capital marked 41 years of business and officially wrapped up a year of celebrating four decades of client service to South Carolina. Greenwood Capital is…

First Choice makes going back to school easy and fun in Columbia

July 19, 2024

Jump-Start Back-to-School will offer school supplies, backpacks, and more on July 20, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. What Select Health of South Carolina’s First Choice health plan will host its first Jump-Start Back-to-School event…

Mirci receives $160,000 from United Way of the Midlands to support general operations

July 19, 2024

Mirci is proud to announce that it will receive $160,000 from United Way of the Midlands to support program operations for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The grant will be used…

Town of Irmo renames Community Park in honor of Jake Moore, Sr.

July 19, 2024

 Moore Bradley Myers Senior Partner, S. Jahue “Jake” Moore, Sr., was recognized by the Town of Irmo for his years of dedication to conservation, beautification, literacy and community service. At the July…

Smoked reflects on its success of the Blue Zone Dinner collaboration & what is to come for Columbia

July 19, 2024

Smoked, an award-winning Main Street restaurant and bar, presented Columbia’s first Blue Zone Dinner on June 27th. The evening took guests on a culinary journey inspired by the blue zone…

From Idea to Execution: Building a Sustainable Oasis in the Galapagos

July 19, 2024

By Thomas S. Mullikin, PhD EDITOR’S NOTE: This following excerpt is part of an article appearing in the July 2024 edition of CONSERVATION magazine. Small developing nations and islands have…

Inspiring others

July 18, 2024

By Jeff Becraft   The other day at Our Place of Hope, someone threw out a question about what’s one thing lately you’ve done to improve your life. One person…

Flock and Rally welcomes Halleigh Carlson as Integrated Media Buyer

July 18, 2024

Flock and Rally, a full-service communications and marketing agency based in Columbia, South Carolina, welcomes Halleigh Carlson to the advertising department as the agency’s integrated media buyer. “Halleigh’s ability to…

Southern First reports results for second quarter 2024

July 18, 2024

Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three-month period ended June 30, 2024. “We reported solid performance in…

Five Points officially unveils new mural

July 18, 2024

The latest permanent art installation by artist, Shelby LeBlanc, unveiled in the Five Points district The Five Points Association hosted an official unveiling reception of their newest permanent art installation,…

NAI Columbia announces June 2024 transactions

July 18, 2024

Sales: Ben Kelly, CCIM, Patrick Chambers, and Jack Springs, sold ±5.35 acres at Western Lane and Broad River Road in Irmo, SC. The land sold for $5,000,000. Ben Kelly, CCIM…

Gov. McMaster, Sen. Graham, Rep. Clyburn announce SCDOT awarded $175 million to replace bridges on I-95 over Lake Marion

July 18, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, and U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn announced the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has been awarded $175 million by the Federal Highway…

Ribbon cutting ceremony for HOTWORX Fitness Studio in Columbia

July 17, 2024

The City of Columbia helped welcome HOTWORX Fitness Studio into our City with a ribbon cutting ceremony that their location, 4464 Devine St., Suite G. At-Large City Councilwoman Dr. Aditi Bussells,…

NP Strategy strengthens Alabama Team

July 17, 2024

NP Strategy Strengthens Alabama Team PR Expert Lillian Roth Brand Joins as Director NP Strategy, a strategic communications firm providing crisis, media and public relations assistance, continues to expand its…

Chris McHugh joins Zeus as Senior Vice President of Integrated Supply Chain

July 17, 2024

Chris McHugh has been named Senior Vice President of Integrated Supply Chain at Zeus and will be responsible for end-to-end operations across the company’s global network of manufacturing facilities McHugh…

Spencer Green joins Trinity Partners’ Columbia brokerage team

July 17, 2024

Spencer Green has joined Trinity Partners’ Columbia brokerage team as a Senior Brokerage Associate. Spencer is a seasoned real estate professional with a robust background in economic development, industrial development,…

USC professor’s discovery could make batteries last more than 250,000 recharge cycles

July 17, 2024

Batteries are becoming an important part of the world’s energy system, but their ability to recharge may be too limited. Morgan Stefik, a chemistry professor in the University of South…

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes attorney Mallory Vincelli to Columbia office

July 17, 2024

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd P.A. welcomed Mallory C. Vincelli to their Columbia office. Mallory joins the firm’s tax practice group, focusing on estate planning, tax-exempt financing and corporate tax matters. She…

Hemingway’s Pocket

July 17, 2024

By Tom Poland   We give little thought to our pockets until one gets a hole in it. When it does, it becomes a liability. Well, what’s the history of…

LS3P’s Columbia office celebrates 20 years

July 17, 2024

LS3P, an architecture, interiors, and planning firm, announced the Columbia office is celebrating their 20th anniversary. Columbia Office Leader and a Director on LS3P’s Board, Mary Beth Sims Branham, AIA…

State Museum to showcase Black Culinary Traditions with Harvesting Heritage event series

July 17, 2024

After-hours events launch this August, featuring local chefs, special tastings and more The South Carolina State Museum is excited to announce the Fall series of Harvesting Heritage events. In partnership…