Steinway comes back home. Steinway & Sons returns to Devine Street with the opening of its new Steinway Piano Gallery in Columbia. Steinway & Sons was the flagship piano line for…
The City of Columbia is now accepting applications from residents interested in serving on boards and commissions. These volunteer positions provide an opportunity for citizens to play an active role…
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group…
The American Revolution is very much in the air these days, as we are reminded of what happened 250 years ago. And in many, many places in South Carolina, it’s…
Join the Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center on Monday, February 23, 2026, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. for an essential update on the future of state infrastructure. The event will…
The Lexington business community “Scored Big” this year as the Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center hosted its most vibrant LEXPO business trade show to date. On Thursday, February 12, the…
Richland Library is the recipient of a $40,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation. This gift marks the fifth year of support from Power:Ed and will…
Together SC, the statewide connector and convener of South Carolina’s nonprofit network, announced the launch of the inaugural Nonprofit CEO Roundtable Symposium, a new statewide leadership initiative designed exclusively for…
Six faculty members have been named as the 2026 recipients of the McCausland Faculty Fellowship, the premier fellowship in the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences at the University of…
LawyerLisa announced the promotion of Kellie Corbett to Senior Attorney. Kellie joined the firm in April 2025 after relocating from the Raleigh area and brings 10 years of experience in…
LCK announced the addition of Dean Fairweather as Senior Project Manager in its Columbia office. In this role, Fairweather will provide owner representation and project oversight from preconstruction through completion,…
By Jeff Becraft Leadership is not about me or any individual. Leadership is about others. Several times I have referred back to the past during the YC era, of…
Tony Warren, DBIA, Design-Build Preconstruction Director for McCrory Construction, has earned the prestigious designation of Designated Design-Build Professional® (DBIA®). This sought-after construction industry credential requires successful completion of the Design-Build…
Cohn Construction has completed the new 100,000 SF distribution center for the FAYAT Group, located on a 30-acre site in Ridgeway, SC. The distribution center is designed to support FAYAT…
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Best Lawyers has named shareholder Joseph D. Dickey, Jr. “Lawyer of the Year” for Employment Law – Individuals in Columbia, South Carolina, for 2026.…
The wait is officially over. The Flying Biscuit Café in Five Points will debut its brand-new menu on Monday, February 16th inviting the Columbia community to experience a fresh lineup…
WHO: Finlay Park WHAT: The City of Columbia’s Finlay Park will be hosting “Finlay Fridays,” a concert series that takes place live in the park every Friday starting Friday, February 20, 2026 and…
Mountains to Midlands is partnering with nationally trusted platform, Girlology, to host an essential masterclass designed for women titled: “Unbothered and Alive: Discover the Power of Embodiment.” The event, which…
The Original Six Foundation (O6), has been awarded a $50,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support and expand O6 Afterschool enrichment, STEAM development, and…
For 30 years, Richland One’s Challenger Learning Center has provided students like W.A. Perry Middle School seventh-grader Shamani Jenkins with engaging hands-on experiences in science, technology, engineering and math. Shamani…
The University of South Carolina was named one of America’s Best Large Employers for 2026, the third straight year the university has received this honor by Forbes. USC surged almost…
ADCO, a full-service marketing, design and interactive agency in Columbia, announced that Jenny Matthews is returning to her role focused on media buying in traditional and digital channels and campaign…
Approximately $40 million investment will create 50 new jobs FAST FACTS Georg Utz, Inc. selects Sumter County to establish the company’s first South Carolina operation. The company’s approximately $40 million investment…
Harbison Theatre will welcome audiences for an evening of laughter, connection and candid storytelling with Girls Night Out with Ellen Skrmetti on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. The…
South Carolina Manufacturers & Commerce (SCMC) and SC Future Makers today released an economic impact study detailing the scale, strength, and long-term importance of manufacturing to South Carolina’s economy. Prepared by…
Who: Mayor Pro Tem Tina Herbert, City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities in partnership with Richland County Office of Small Business Opportunity, and The Red Zone Sports Diner owner Vanesia Davis…
WHAT: February is National Heart Month and in conjunction with the Go Red movement, which encourages awareness of heart disease and heart health, the City will hold the third annual “Jump Start your Heart”…
Richland County Sheriff’s Department Chaplains play key role within the department and throughout the community By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) has for decades maintained…
Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions from the office in Columbia from Q4 2025: Industrial Chuck Salley, SIOR, Thomas Beard, SIOR and John…
By Tom Poland Being the chap I was, collard greens’ smell and similarity to the stringy dark-green algae in fish ponds repulsed me. Mom would cook up a mess…
Jessica Miles ranked #10 in South Carolina on the Forbes “Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State” 2026 list. Published on February 4, 2026. Rankings based on data as of June 30,…
On March 2, 2026, Pam Altman will join Lexington One’s Educational Foundation as the new Executive Director. Altman brings more than a decade of experience in nonprofit leadership, advancement and…
Proudly Presented by The Folline King Group at Merrill Lynch, a Bank of America Company The Big Red Barn Retreat announce the 4th Annual Southern Shuckdown Oyster Roast, presented by…
The City of Cayce announce the appointment of Jonathan E. von Moltke as the new Assistant Chief of the Cayce Police Department, bringing more than a decade of diverse law enforcement, training, and leadership…
Greater Chapin Community Foundation, an affiliate of Central Carolina Community Foundation, awarded $22,975 to 26 nonprofit organizations serving the Greater Chapin area this year. These grants support and uplift a range of community…
The Leadership Columbia Class of 2026 (LC26), a flagship leadership development program of the Columbia Chamber of Commerce, has selected Cola Town Bike Collective (CTBC) as the nonprofit partner for…
The USC Department of Theatre and Dance will present Orlando, Sarah Ruhl’s theatrical adaptation of Virginia Woolf’s groundbreaking story of self-discovery, February 26 – March 1 at Benson Theatre. Performance times…
Denmark Technical College held the investiture of its 10th president, Eric Brown, Ph.D., on Friday, Jan. 30, in the William L. McDuffie Student Life Center. The ceremony brought together state…
More than $475 million in completed and planned private and public investment over the past several years has reshaped the Congaree Vista into one of downtown Columbia’s most active economic…
The Hunt Institute congratulates the inaugural cohort of its South Carolina Hunt State Policy Fellows program. Eighteen local officials from across South Carolina have completed the inaugural South Carolina Hunt…
Two of Riverbanks Zoo and Garden’s young gorillas, Moyo and ZaKota, are preparing for a big move. Born at Riverbanks in 2018, the pair will relocate to Dallas Zoo in…
In celebration of Furman University’s 200th anniversary, Courtney Tollison has written “Furman University: A Bicentennial History, 1826-2026” (Duke University Press). The hardbound, full-color coffee table book spans Furman’s history from…
Mashburn Construction, one of South Carolina’s most trusted construction companies, is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026, marking five decades of growth, expertise, and commitment to the communities it serves.…
1×1 Design announced two team members who will be serving on local American Institute of Architects boards. Asheley St. John has been elected to continue her service on the AIA…
The Columbia Food & Wine Festival returns April 22–26, 2026, inviting locals and visitors alike to experience the Midlands through five days of thoughtfully curated dinners, tastings, competitions and interactive…
The South Carolina Philharmonic announced the appointment of two new community leaders and established contributors to the orchestra’s Board of Directors: Carol Addy and Hassan Anderson. Carol Addy serves as Chief…
Event Connects Lawmakers with Credit Union Leaders Serving More Than 1.7 million South Carolinians South Carolina credit unions hosted their first-ever Credit Union Day at the State House, providing legislators…
Lander University has formally established the Curtis G. Shaw Pre-Law Society, honoring the late Greenwood native and distinguished jurist whose career exemplified public service, integrity and a lifelong commitment to…
Schoolchildren across South Carolina will see more locally grown foods on their plates this year thanks to a new state program called Certified SC Cafeteria. Participating schools and school districts…
Barnes, Alford, Stork & Johnson, LLP announces that Creasie Parrott Schlachter and Joshua G. Hill have been named partners in the firm. The firm’s decision recognizes their exceptional contributions to…