TD Bank Partners with PGA REACH Carolinas Foundation

October 10, 2022

Partnership to Focus on Enhanced Opportunities for Disabled Veterans Through Golf TD Bank has partnered with the PGA REACH Carolinas Foundation to enhance opportunities for disabled Veterans.   PGA REACH Carolinas…

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Conservation Commission grant bridges gaps at Harbison State Forest

October 10, 2022

Application period for funding to reopen Dec. 1 Thanks to a grant from the Richland County Conservation Commission (RCCC), volunteers with a local organization recently finished replacing four aging bridges…

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Application process open for Hospitality Tax Grant Funding round two

October 10, 2022

Fiscal Year 2022/2023 The City of Columbia is now accepting applications for Hospitality Tax Grant Funding for the second round of 2022/2023 Fiscal Year projects/events need to take place in…

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SC issues tax relief due to Hurricane Ian, encourages filing by October 17 to receive state tax rebate in 2022

October 10, 2022

As a result of Hurricane Ian, the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) has extended the deadline for extension filers to file Individual Income Tax returns to February 15, 2023.…

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Voorhees University professor Freddie Davis celebrates 30 years as culinary judge

October 10, 2022

This year, Voorhees University Mass Communications professor Freddie Davis celebrates his 30th anniversary as a judge at the Jack Daniel’s World Championship Invitational Barbecue in Lynchburg, Tenn. Every October, some of…

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Do I Need a Quality of Earnings Report?

October 10, 2022

By Tiffany Boozer Audit Associate Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A.   What IS a Quality of Earnings? A quality of earnings (QoE) is an analysis of the accounting policies and…

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Richland Library welcomes Fall Entrepreneur-in-Residence

October 10, 2022

Start, develop and scale your business ventures. Richland Library welcomes its next Entrepreneur-in-Residence, Starlitt Miller. Miller is a serial entrepreneur that has taken unconventional pathways through education, building business, and other pursuits…

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CAMS Senior VP of Community Management to speak at CAI Annual Retreat

October 10, 2022

CAMS Senior Vice President of Community Management, Ben Rhodes, CMCA®, AMS® PCAM®, will participate in a panel discussion at CAI’s 2022 CEO-MC Retreat. This year’s event will be held in…

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CPI Security and Fireflies help refurbish youth fields 

October 10, 2022

Team will renovate Greenview Park to enhance community baseball and softball  The Columbia Fireflies are teaming up with CPI Security to enhance baseball and softball experiences for youth in Columbia,…

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The Revivalists, Mt. Joy, and more to perform at The Riviera this Fall

October 10, 2022

The Riviera, an iconic theater located in the heart of downtown Charleston, is hosting a jam-packed lineup of performances through the end of the year with tickets on sale now.…

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North American Numbering Plan Administrator announces plan for additional area code in South Carolina

October 10, 2022

Somos, Inc., a leading registry management and data solutions company, serving in its capacity as the Federal Communications Commission’s neutral third-party North American Numbering Plan Administrator (NANPA), announced that an…

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Quackenbush Architects’ Spencer Hutchinson recognized as one of Columbia’s Best & Brightest 35 and Under

October 10, 2022

Spencer Hutchinson, AIA, an architect and Associate at Quackenbush Architects + Planners, was recently recognized as one of Columbia’s Best & Brightest 35 and Under by Columbia Business Monthly. The…

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Four Prisma Health hospitals recognized on Money magazine and The Leapfrog Group’s Best Hospitals for Maternity Care 

October 10, 2022

Baptist Hospital and Baptist Parkridge Hospital in Columbia, Laurens County Hospital in Laurens and Tuomey Hospital in Sumter were included in Money magazine and The Leapfrog Group’s Best Hospitals for…

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Shayla Riley heads new development division of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Midlands Real Estate, Raising Columbia SC

October 10, 2022

Riley joins the firm as President of New Construction Sales and Development Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices (BHHS) Midlands Real Estate announced the launch of Raising Columbia SC, a new residential real…

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Marketing Minute: Speak Up

October 10, 2022

  Marketing Minute with Erin Smith, NP Strategy How often do you share your thoughts on issues relevant to your business? This week’s video discusses the importance of speaking up.…

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Mullikin promoted to 9th-degree black belt

October 10, 2022

South Carolina Floodwater Commission chair honored in Texas By Alex Junes-Ward Dr. Tom Mullikin, chairman of the S.C. Floodwater Commission and a member of the S.C. Black Belt Hall of…

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COMET announces the passing of Interim CEO and Executive Director, Derrick Huggins

October 10, 2022

With great sadness, the Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) family announces that its Interim CEO and Executive Director, Derrick Huggins, passed away unexpectedly Friday morning. A multi-faceted transportation…

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Solid gold: 50 years of the S.C. Arts Foundation

October 9, 2022

October is National Arts and Humanities month, and this commemoration of the arts’ importance to our nation is an opportunity to recognize a milestone that the South Carolina Arts Foundation…

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Sheriff celebrates 69 years with departmental crossfit workout

October 9, 2022

Predawn PT with the sheriff is an annual event By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott kicked-off his 69th birthday the same way he celebrates October 3…

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Elizabeth Catlett survey coming to the Columbia Museum of Art

October 6, 2022

Exhibition on iconic 20th-century artist opens October 14 The Columbia Museum of Art announces featured fall exhibition The Art of Elizabeth Catlett: From the Collection of Samella Lewis, on view…

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Jasmine Smith receives a 2023 South Carolina Lawyers Weekly Leadership in Law Award

October 6, 2022

Attorney Jasmine D. Smith of Robinson Gray law firm is one of the recipients of the 2022 South Carolina Lawyers Weekly Leadership in Law Awards. These awards honor attorneys from…

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Mullikin and SC7 recognized by the United States Congress

October 6, 2022

U.S. Rep. Ralph Norman commends smart reef installation efforts by SC7 and associated organizations U.S. Congressman Ralph Norman (R-SC) recognized and commended Dr. Tom Mullikin, chair of the South Carolina…

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Picnic in the Park with Forest Acres & Town Theatre

October 6, 2022

There’s nothing better than great music and great company – in the BEST neighborhood around! Town Theatre will present the third series of concerts by some fantastic performers that have…

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Comporium expands fiber network in North, SC

October 6, 2022

NORTH, SC – The town of North, SC has taken a technological leap forward. For months, construction crews have been working in this northern Orangeburg County town to extend Comporium’s…

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Wyche, P.A. partners with Liberty Fellowship as the capstone of Wyche’s Centennial Legacy Project

October 6, 2022

“The Challenge to Lead,” presented by Wyche, P.A. and Liberty Fellowship, encourages the business community to invest in the next generation of leaders advancing South Carolina Wyche has announced a…

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CMCC’S Swanson named a VenuesNow All-Star

October 6, 2022

Cheryl Swanson, Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center (CMCC) vice president and general manager, has been named a 2022 VenuesNow All-Star, the publication announced this week. Swanson, who has led the CMCC…

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Karen R. Jenkins named incoming Chair of Columbia Chamber of Commerce

October 6, 2022

Karen R. Jenkins, President and CEO of KRJ Consulting, LLC, has been named Chair-Elect of the Columbia Chamber of Commerce. Karen has been a member of the Columbia Chamber Board of…

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Melissa Weathers joins 1000 Feathers

October 6, 2022

1000 Feathers, LLC, a consulting firm based in Columbia, SC focused on the transformation of systems, communities, and organizations across the country, has recently added Melissa Weathers to its team as director…

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The CCC

October 6, 2022
Tom Poland

By Tom Poland   FDR’s Tree Army If my mother didn’t like something, she’d tell you. If she liked something, you knew that too, and she liked the Civilian Conservation…

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Today is the day

October 6, 2022

By Jeff Becraft   One of the biggest causes of stress in my life is time. Which is kind of odd… because every single person has the exact same amount…

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Governor McMaster issues proclamation recognizing National Manufacturing Day and South Carolina Manufacturing Month

October 6, 2022

Andy Carr, President & CEO of the SCMEP; Chuck Hall, President & CEO of Barnet and SCMA Chairman; SC Governor Henry McMaster; Sara Hazzard, President & CEO of the SCMA.…

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Mary Winter Teaster of Colliers relocates Goodwyn Mills Cawood to 915 Lady Street

October 6, 2022

Colliers | South Carolina’s Mary Winter Teaster represented Goodwyn Mills Cawood, LLC in the lease of 3,719 square feet of office space at 915 Lady Street. The ±14,114-square-foot historic warehouse…

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Lexington District One Board of Trustees names Dr. Gerrita Postlewait superintendent

October 6, 2022

On Tuesday, October 4, 2022, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees unanimously selected Dr. Gerrita L. Postlewait to serve as superintendent. Dr. Postlewait, who has served as…

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Richland One awarded nearly $15 million Magnet School Programs grant

October 6, 2022

Richland One has been awarded a $14.9 million Magnet Schools Assistance Program (MSAP) grant from the U.S. Department of Education. Only 19 school districts nationwide and only two in South…

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Cayce Police Department unveils first-in-state e-car policing initiative

October 5, 2022

The Cayce Police Department is set to be the first police department in the state to unveil their e-car policing initiative on October 7 at 9:00 AM at the Lexington…

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Paxton Access is building new U.S. headquarters in Greenville County, S.C.

October 5, 2022

Paxton Access, a global manufacturer of security technology, confirmed plans to grow its South Carolina footprint by building its new U.S. headquarters in Greenville County, South Carolina. The company is…

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Reynolds announces new leadership roles

October 5, 2022

The Reynolds Company, a Greenville-based subsidiary of Itochu International, Inc, announced the retirement of Neel Reynolds, CEO, effective October 1, 2022. Neel will continue to lead as Senior Advisor to…

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Wingard’s Market hosts Tatanka Bison Tour

October 5, 2022

Wingard’s Market hosts its Tatanka Bison Ranch Tour, led by Wingard’s Naturalist Zach Steinhauser. The Tatanka Bison Tour takes place Sunday, October 16th at 1:00 pm in York, SC. Members…

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Experienced litigator joins Richardson Thomas

October 5, 2022

Amy L.B. Hill, a highly experienced attorney who’s practiced for more than 20 years in South Carolina, has joined Richardson Thomas. She will work in the firm’s Columbia office. Hill’s…

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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis launches From Our Future Scholars to Yours Campaign

October 4, 2022

Staff share their stories as part of SC’s 529 plan’s 20th anniversary State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced today the launch of a new social media campaign promoting South Carolina’s Future…

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McMillan Pazdan Smith wins 2022 Premier Award for Client Satisfaction from PSMJ

October 4, 2022

PSMJ Resources, Inc. has announced that McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture is among the 10 winners of the 2022 Premier Award for Client Satisfaction, a national award that honors architecture and…

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Non Profit Minute – Karriem Edwards, South Carolina Center for Fathers and Families

October 4, 2022

The Who’s on the Move, Non Profit Minute is an interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would like to thank…

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Lake Murray Country to host Association of Southeastern State Parks Directors conference

October 3, 2022

Capital City/Lake Murray Country in partnership with South Carolina State Parks is hosting the annual conference for the Association of Southeastern State Parks Directors (ASSPD), October 23-27, 2022. The opening…

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Red Cross responds to Hurricane Ian devastation in South Carolina

October 3, 2022

Help by making a donation, giving blood, or becoming a volunteer The American Red Cross is working tirelessly to help people devastated by Hurricane Ian. Many communities are unrecognizable after…

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Relic Room lecture to explain how soldiers were trained for the war in Vietnam

October 3, 2022

One of the things America has done particularly well through its history is turn civilians into soldiers. In World War II, for instance, the U.S. Army went from fewer than…

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NAI Columbia welcomes new marketing specialist

October 3, 2022

NAI Columbia announced the addition of Breelyn “Bree” Long to the Columbia office. Bree joins NAI Columbia as a marketing specialist and will work closely with the research director, brokerage…

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What’s happening at Richland Library – Oct 3-9

October 3, 2022

Monday, October 3 – Sunday, October 9       Richland Library’s mission is to help our customers learn, create and share. We are continuing to offer programs, both familiar and new, and…

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Richland Library St. Andrews hosts Job Fair – Oct 6

October 3, 2022

Job Seekers Can Network with Local Employers WHAT: Your Career is Waiting (Job Fair) WHEN: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Thursday, October 6 WHERE: Richland Library St. Andrews (2916 Broad River Road…

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Prisma Health invests $5 million and partners with five S.C. colleges to help counter critical nursing shortage

October 3, 2022

Pilot program initially provides up to 120 scholarships, will expand to additional schools GREENVILLE, SC – To help combat the state’s critical nursing shortage, Prisma Health will invest $5 million…

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Sunbelt Business Brokers of the Carolinas announces sale of American Chillers and Cooling Tower Systems

October 3, 2022

Sunbelt Business Brokers, a leading mergers and acquisitions adviser for privately held businesses, announces the sale of American Chillers and Cooling Tower Systems, Inc. based in West Columbia, South Carolina…

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