U.S. Marine commander receives South Carolina’s highest award

March 29, 2024

Colonel Steven Bernard Vitali receives Order of the Palmetto By Chris Carter Governor Henry McMaster presented the Order of the Palmetto, S.C.’s highest award, to Col. Steven B. Vitali, U.S.…

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Celebrating South Carolina Women

March 28, 2024

By Alan Cooper Publisher, Who’s On The Move MidlandsBiz, UpstateBizSC, LowcountryBizSC Back in the beginning of March, I spoke on the South Carolina Business Review about Women’s History Month and…

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A Tribute to Trailblazers: A Melodic Odyssey from the King of Rock n’ Roll to the Queens of Country

March 28, 2024

A Tribute To Trailblazers: A Melodic Odyssey from the King of Rock n’ Roll to the Queens of Country Enjoy the April lineup that unveils a timeless tapestry of hits…

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The Fun is Back: Mountain Top Marine returns to Sunset Blvd

March 28, 2024

After a brief 14-month retirement, Sean and Summer Deese renovated and reopened Mountain Top Marine at their Sunset Blvd. location. Since September 2008, the Deeses have provided top-quality boats and…

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Historic Columbia’s 5th annual Palladium Tour!

March 28, 2024

  Landmarks and Landscapes Sunday, April 7 ∣ 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Landmarks & Landscapes—a self-guided, self-paced walking tour in Wales Garden—will feature the interior and exterior of five houses which showcase the…

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Prisma Health Hemophilia Treatment Center expands to Orangeburg, enhancing accessibility for patients

March 28, 2024

Center helps patients get treatment closer to home Prisma Health expanded its comprehensive Hemophilia Treatment Center (HTC) into Orangeburg, increasing access to specialized care for patients with hemophilia and other…

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City of Columbia hosting first “Mom’s Market”: Health Fair for Moms, Families and Babies as part of Black Maternal Health Week

March 28, 2024

Who: Councilwoman Aditi Bussells Speakers: DajaStar, Yadri Goodwin and Kim Smith Moderator: Rho Sims, Founder of the Black Mental Health Collective Panelists: Latoya Lindsey, JaMel Morant, Dequena Niles, Tanya Ambrose,…

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Midlands health and wellness professionals team up to conduct brain health seminar

March 28, 2024

Collaboration offers workshops for improving cognitive function. A series of workshops for improving brain health is being offered to Midlands residents by a collaborative team of health and wellness professionals. Hosted…

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Prisma Health donates ambulance to C.A. Johnson High School; Health Sciences Magnet Program introduces EMT pathway

March 28, 2024

Richland One’s health sciences magnet program at C.A. Johnson High School now has a new tool to help students become emergency medical technicians (EMTs). Prisma Health donated a decommissioned ambulance…

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Good Friday, Easter to alter hours for Richland County facilities

March 28, 2024

Richland County Government facilities will operate on altered schedules for Good Friday and Easter. To observe Good Friday, County Government offices will be closed Friday, March 29 and will reopen Monday, April 1. All County Solid Waste & Recycling…

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Turn90 to receive Riley Institute statewide partners in progress award recognizing landmark achievement

March 28, 2024

The prison re-entry program will be recognized with the OneSouthCarolina Partners in Progress Award during the Building OneSouthCarolina Forum on May 15 in Columbia. Furman University’s Riley Institute has announced…

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Relic Room to stage Revolutionary War Day 2024 – April 13

March 28, 2024

True or False: Boston was the only city to stage a “tea party” protest in the years before the American Revolution. False! Charleston had one, too! And the South Carolina…

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SCDOT Commission honors Secretary Hall with interchange dedication

March 28, 2024

The South Carolina Department of Transportation’s Commission honored Secretary Christy Hall with the dedication of the interchange of I-20 and I-26 in Columbia as the “Secretary Christy A. Hall P.E.…

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Free lecture to tell about the upcoming publication of Francis Marion’s papers – April 12

March 28, 2024

A lot of people think the Swamp Fox let the Fighting Gamecock down at a critical moment in the American Revolution. But his letters don’t reflect that. “I have learned…

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The South Carolina Quantum Association: Championing Talent and Technology

March 27, 2024

The South Carolina Quantum Association (SC Quantum) officially announces a groundbreaking initiative to champion the advancement of quantum talent and technology in South Carolina through $15 million in funds appropriated…

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Giti Tire earns Industry of the Year Award

March 27, 2024

GT Radial Tires Proudly Manufactured in Richburg, S.C. Giti Tire Manufacturing (USA) proudly received the esteemed Industry of the Year Award from the Chester County Chamber of Commerce, recognizing its…

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SC Philharmonic partners with The Jasper Project for The Art of Symphony on April 27th at the Koger Center for the Arts

March 27, 2024

Cross-disciplinary event features cellist Sterling Elliott performing Tchaikovsky’s “Variations on a Rococo Theme” The South Carolina Philharmonic, winner of the 2024 Governor’s Award for the Arts, presents The Art of Symphony on…

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It is a great day to be thankful

March 27, 2024

By Jeff Becraft I was just recently up in Maryland. My Dad will turn 98 this Sunday. He’s still a part of a Monday night men’s group that I got…

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Running With Ghosts

March 27, 2024
Tom Poland

By Tom Poland I dreamed I was in a football game again. Then I awoke. Such disappointment. Other than playing in a game again, the next best thing would be…

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Student research launching to International Space Station

March 27, 2024

Midlands Technical College (MTC) has been selected as one of 37 communities to participate in the Student Spaceflight Experiments Program (SSEP) Mission 18 that will send research work done by…

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Prisma Health offers Retreat and Refresh Stroke Camp™ for stroke survivors and caregivers

March 27, 2024

Celebrating 20 Years of Stroke Camp Prisma Health is extending an invitation to stroke survivors and caregivers to register for the “Retreat and Refresh Stroke Camp™,” Friday, April 26 –…

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Southeastern BBQ Showdown general public tickets on-sale Friday, March 22 at 10:00 a.m.

March 27, 2024

Get ready to fire up your taste buds and mark your calendars because tickets for the highly anticipated Southeastern BBQ Showdown are set to go on-sale to the general public on Friday,…

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Murray Road to support 18th Annual POMA Conference as Diamond Sponsor

March 27, 2024

The Murray Road Agency, a full-suite marketing agency rooted strongly in the hunting, shooting, fishing and outdoor industries, announces it will be a Diamond Sponsor for the upcoming Professional Outdoor Media Association…

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SC Council on Competitiveness launches innovative SC Asset Network (SCAN) mapping tool

March 27, 2024

The SCAN tool offers users a comprehensive resource to explore South Carolina’s economic landscape, with the ability to search for specific companies, industry sub-sectors, and discover highlighted and emerging technologies…

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Columbia College hosts Congressman James Clyburn and Secretary Xavier Becerra for roundtable discussion

March 27, 2024

Columbia College was proud to host Congressman James Clyburn (SC-06) and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra for a roundtable discussion as part of their…

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Wade Penland of The Bistro secures spot on Team Lake Murray Country and will compete in the 2024 World Food Championships

March 27, 2024

Wade Penland, Executive Chef and Managing Partner of The Bistro, has earned a coveted position on Team Lake Murray Country after being selected via popular vote at the Taste of Lake…

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Litter Free Lexington County SC Spring Sweep in Pelion: A Great American Cleanup Event

March 27, 2024

The County of Lexington and the Lexington County Sherriff’s Department are partnering with the Town of Pelion, Town of Pelion Police Department and Palmetto Pride to host a Great American…

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Issaqueena Chapter, NSDAR earns state honors

March 27, 2024

The Issaqueena Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution received awards and honors during the recent conference of the South Carolina State Society DAR at the 128th State Conference…

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Historic Columbia’s Palladium Tour coming to Wales Garden on April 7

March 27, 2024

Fifth annual tour of homes explores the unique style and complex history of this downtown neighborhood     Palladium, Historic Columbia’s group of diverse professionals who support the mission of the…

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Resiliency Conference at Wild Dunes to headline this year’s SC7 Expedition

March 26, 2024

  Early bird registration ends March 31 By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Early bird registration ends March 31 for the SOUTH CAROLINA SEVEN (SC7) RESILIENCY CONFERENCE to be held at…

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Arts & Draughts returns with Daikaiju, Powder Horns, and more

March 26, 2024

The Columbia Museum of Art’s biannual block party Arts & Draughts is back with a vengeance on April 12. This signature Columbia event is a great opportunity to frolic with…

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Columbia College appoints alumna Sara Snell Whitaker as Assistant Vice President for Alumni Engagement

March 26, 2024

President John H. Dozier announced the appointment of Sara Snell Whitaker ‘99, as the Assistant Vice President for Alumni Engagement at Columbia College. Since her graduation, Sara has remained deeply…

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Entrepreneur Minute – Barbara Rackes, SC Women in Leadership

March 26, 2024

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…

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Entrepreneur Minute – Bob Moran, Beemok Sports and Entertainment

March 26, 2024

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…

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A stampede of Showoffs are heading to Harbison Theatre

March 25, 2024

Annual MTC talent competition featuring students, alumni, faculty, and staff returns! Midlands Technical College Mavericks will compete in MTC’s annual talent competition, the MTC Showoff, this Saturday, March 30. Auditions…

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K9 SAR Team with South Carolina Search & Rescue Dog Association achieves national certification with North American Police Work Dog Association

March 25, 2024

Team Dock, a K9 SAR team with the South Carolina Search & Rescue Dog Association (SCSARDA), a non-profit, all-volunteer professional search and rescue team dedicated to finding missing people with…

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Local nonprofit launches statewide literacy leader think tank

March 25, 2024

Turning Pages SC, a nonprofit that teaches adults to read better, has launched Literacy SC. This groundbreaking casual coalition unites decision-makers from various literacy programs across South Carolina. It’s key…

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Experience a night of elegance and local artistry at Mirci’s 52 Windows fine arts auction and gala

March 25, 2024

Mark your calendars and secure your tickets now for the most anticipated art gala of the year – Mirci’s 52 Windows: An Evening of Art to Benefit the Mental Illness…

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School district five custodian nominated for National LifeChanger of the Year Award

March 25, 2024

Dutch Fork High School custodian Fredrick Ruff has been nominated for National Life Group’s 2023-24 LifeChanger of the Year award. Sponsored by the National Life Group Foundation, LifeChanger of the…

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NAI Columbia welcomes new Sales and Leasing Administrator

March 25, 2024

NAI Columbia, Columbia’s leading commercial real estate firm, announced the addition of Jamie Boland to the Columbia office. In her role as Sales and Leasing Administrator, she will work alongside…

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Turner Padget elects two members to Executive Committee

March 25, 2024

Turner Padget announced the addition of Shareholders Jeffrey L. Payne and Franklin G. Shuler, Jr. to its Executive Committee. Jeff and Frank join other leaders, including Chief Executive Officer C.…

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Richland County Sheriff’s Department offering multi-curricula summer camps for kids

March 25, 2024

Fourteen different summer camp opportunities led by deputies for the community   By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) is now accepting applications for this year’s…

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Elder Law & Estate Planning Center of Hilton Head merges with LawyerLisa, LLC

March 25, 2024

LawyerLisa, LLC announced that the Elder Law & Estate Planning Center is now a division of LawyerLisa, LLC serving the Bluffton, Hilton Head, and Beaufort area. The Elder Law &…

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Graham announces highlights of South Carolina projects in the second FY 2024 spending package

March 24, 2024

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) announced that multiple projects across South Carolina will receive funding as a part of the second Fiscal Year 2024 spending package. Graham made these…

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One man’s quest to save a species

March 22, 2024

Alex Oelofse is a man born in the African Bush, of the African Bush, protecting the African Bush   By Tom Mullikin Over the last forty years I have traveled…

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Lexington One Board of Trustees names three Superintendent-elect/Superintendent finalists

March 21, 2024

Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees unanimously selected Dr. Chris Ballenger, Mr. Keith Price, and Dr. Erin Slater as the finalists for the position of Superintendent-elect/Superintendent. A total…

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New data highlights factors influencing the health of South Carolina

March 21, 2024

Data shows the healthiest counties have well-resourced civic infrastructure Today, the South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH) highlights the continued progress the state is making in clinical care, including…

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New apartment community set to elevate living standards in Beaufort, SC

March 21, 2024

Portage Real Estate LLC, a development company based in Columbia, announced the groundbreaking of its latest project, Preserve at Hanover Park, a state-of-the-art apartment complex designed to offer the ultimate…

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City of Columbia hosts small business town hall with U.S. Small Business Administration

March 21, 2024

The City of Columbia will host a joint town hall with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) in which Mayor Daniel Rickenmann and Allen Thomas, Regional Administrator for SBA, will…

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2nd annual Meeting Street Music Fest returns to West Columbia with spectacular band line-up

March 21, 2024

The City of West Columbia is thrilled to announce the awaited return of the Meeting Street Music Fest on Saturday, September 7, 2024. Music enthusiasts and festivalgoers alike are invited…

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