Museum to host 31st annual SCMMS Toy Soldier Show on Saturday, Oct. 8

October 3, 2022

If you think a “toy soldier” is just one of those rubbery little green guys you bought from the dime store when you were a kid, you’ve got a lot…

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Cayce Police Department announces Night Out Against Crime

October 3, 2022

The Cayce Police Department is gearing up for their Night Out Against Crime event, taking place October 4th from 6-8 PM at the Cayce Police Department, located at 2 Lavern…

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Nominees for Richland County High School Player of the Year–Football have been selected

October 3, 2022

The Richland County Recreation Commission announced the nominees for the 2022 Richland County High School Player of the Year–Football Award. This prestigious award is presented annually to the top varsity…

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Moore Bradley Myers Managing Partner, Chris Spradley, named 2022 Leadership in Law Honoree

October 3, 2022

Moore Bradley Myers (MBM) Managing Partner, Chris Spradley, has been recognized as a Leadership in Law Honoree by SC Lawyers Weekly. Spradley earned this nomination through his dedication to the…

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Serve & Connect holds 14th Greg’s Groceries Packing event on Oct. 6

October 3, 2022

Serve & Connect will host its 14th Greg’s Groceries Packing Day on Oct. 6, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Walmart on Forest Drive in Columbia, SC.…

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SCBIO debuts refreshed branding for life sciences organization, launches new website

September 30, 2022

Moves made as life sciences organization prepares to share South Carolina story more widely Reflective of South Carolina’s dynamic, leading-edge and fastest-growing industry, SCBIO has introduced refreshed branding across all…

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First Community Bank announces seminar for minority businesses

September 30, 2022

First Community Bank is pleased to host the “Access to Capital for Minority Businesses” seminar on October 12, 2022, from 9:00am – 11:30am at Columbia International University. Peter Shand, President…

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Courage is not the absence of fear

September 29, 2022

By Jeff Becraft   Walter Payton was one of the greatest running backs in NFL history. At one point, he was the all-time leader in rushing yards until Emmitt Smith…

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UofSC Columbia Campus to close Friday

September 29, 2022

Due to anticipated inclement weather associated with Tropical Storm Ian, all classes scheduled for the Columbia campus for Friday, Sept. 30 are canceled, including all in-person and virtual classes. As…

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State agencies preparing for potential impact from Hurricane Ian

September 29, 2022

On September 28, Governor Henry McMaster signed an Executive Order 2022-28 declaring a state of emergency and activating the state’s emergency operations plan, which enables state agencies to prepare for…

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The Pull Of The Macon Music Scene

September 29, 2022
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By Tom Poland   I find my mind drifting back to Macon, and then I find myself driving kudzu-bordered roads. Macon, Georgia sits in the middle of Georgia. It’s not…

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South Carolina students outperform nation on Advanced Placement, SAT scores remain steady

September 29, 2022

The College Board has released national and South Carolina specific results for their SAT and Advanced Placement assessments. South Carolina students again exceeded the nation on eight out of the…

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Restaurant Week Midlands begins this week!

September 29, 2022

South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association to Celebrate Local Flavors During Restaurant Week Midlands The tastiest time of the year is here! Food lovers will want to claim a spot…

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Richland County offices to close Friday ahead of weather threat

September 29, 2022

Because of the potential of inclement weather with the approach of Tropical Storm Ian, Richland County facilities will be closed to the public Friday, Sept. 30. Non-essential County personnel will…

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Garvin Design Group’s 19th Anniversary Celebration – Photo Gallery

September 29, 2022

On September 15th, Garvin Design Group celebrated its 19th anniversary at City Market Place in downtown Columbia. Click on the pictures below.

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LS3P’s Columbia office wins the People’s Choice Award at the 7th annual PARKing Day

September 28, 2022

LS3P’s Columbia office has won the People’s Choice Award at the 7th annual PARKing Day, the day is hosted by the City of Columbia. This is the third year LS3P…

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Five South Carolina schools named 2022 National Blue Ribbon Schools

September 28, 2022

U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today recognized 297 schools as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2022, including five schools in South Carolina. The recognition is based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing…

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Lorick Office Products celebrated its 85th anniversary September 14

September 28, 2022

Midlands-area office supply company founded Labor Day 1937 Lorick Office Products celebrated 85 years of serving the office-supply needs of Columbia businesses and customers nationwide, at the company’s 910 Washington…

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NP Strategy expands presence in the Carolinas

September 28, 2022

NP Strategy (NPS+), a strategic communications firm providing crisis, media and public relations assistance, welcomes Denada Jackson to the growing team. Jackson, an award winning public relations expert with established…

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The Institute for Child Success hires policy director

September 28, 2022

The Institute for Child Success (ICS), an early childhood, nonprofit organization that uses applied policy and research to improve the outcomes of young children and their families, has brought on…

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Attorney Sarah Frierson joins Robinson Gray law firm as associate

September 28, 2022

Sarah C. Frierson has joined Robinson Gray as an associate. Her practice with the firm will focus on appellate advocacy, business and commercial litigation, administrative and regulatory litigation, and probate…

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Setting the bar

September 28, 2022

Yturria becomes first Hispanic officer to hold second-highest rank in the department’s 200-plus-year history By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) Deputy Chief Maria Yturria became the…

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Global Flooring manufacturer Responsive Industries establishes operations in Greenville County, S.C.

September 28, 2022

Global manufacturer of PVC flooring to invest initial $10 million, add 10 jobs to establish operations Responsive Industries, a leading manufacturer of a wide range of vinyl floorings, announced plans…

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Attorney Bame joins Burnette Shutt & McDaniel

September 28, 2022

South Carolina native Annie Day Bame has joined Burnette Shutt & McDaniel. She will focus her legal practice on employment law, civil rights law, and litigation. Before joining the firm,…

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BPS CPAs names Ben Lynch partner

September 28, 2022

Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A. (BPS), announced that Ben Lynch, CPA, will be elevated to the firm’s leadership team as a partner effective January 1, 2023. He now assumes strategic…

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New bus service from Columbia to 19 cities

September 27, 2022

Megabus.com, one of the largest bus companies in North America, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Southeastern Stages, a premier transportation provider in Atlanta, Georgia and the surrounding…

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The Rocky Horror Show returns to Trustus Theatre

September 27, 2022

Let’s do the Time Warp again. The Rocky Horror Show returns to the Thigpen Main Stage just in time for Halloween. Running September 30th through October 29th, this spooky, sensual…

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Clemson, UofSC to use $4.6 million award to help school districts across S.C. support students with emotional, behavioral needs

September 27, 2022

The South Carolina Department of Education Office of Special Education Services (OSES) in the Division of College and Career Readiness partnered with researchers at Clemson University and the University of…

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Richland Two Superintendent Dr. Baron R. Davis receives national award for youth program

September 27, 2022

American Heart Association school programs target whole-body wellness in support of physical and emotional health The American Heart Association’s school-based youth programs, Kids Heart Challenge™ and American Heart Challenge™, honor…

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The South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC) hires Jeremy Johnson as Community Navigator Business Consultant to assist marginalized small businesses

September 27, 2022

The South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC), the state’s premier provider of business assistance to small business owners and entrepreneurs, announced the hiring of Community Navigator Business Consultant…

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Turner Padget expands with addition of Zack Ohanesian and Carly Finkenstadt

September 27, 2022

Turner Padget announced the addition of Associate Zack B. Ohanesian to the firm’s Columbia office and Associate Carly B. Finkenstadt to the firm’s Greenville office. Ohanesian joins the Workplace Law…

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BASF hosting job fair for its Greenville and Spartanburg sites this Friday

September 27, 2022

BASF will be holding a job fair on Friday, September 30 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Embassy Suites located at 670 Verdae Boulevard, Greenville, South Carolina. On-site…

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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society names BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina as Presenting Sponsor for Columbia 2022 Light The Night event

September 27, 2022

The Georgia/South Carolina Region of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), a global leader in the fight against cancer, has announced that BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina has joined Columbia’s…

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Theodore B. DuBose elected as a Fellow of the American College of Bond Counsel

September 27, 2022

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Theodore B. DuBose has been elected as a Fellow of the American College of Bond Counsel. He will be formally recognized at the College’s…

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The Southern Bank announces Board of Directors

September 26, 2022

Executives from The Southern Bank announced the new board of directors: Jamin M. Hujik, Scott M. Frierson, F. Andrew Mitchell, Scott Brandon, Frank J. Cole Jr., J. Preston Conner, Dean…

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Shareholder Chris Adams receives certification as Circuit Court Mediator

September 26, 2022

Collins & Lacy Shareholder Chris Adams has been approved as a Circuit Court Mediator. As an approved neutral, Adams is certified for court appointment in cases utilizing alternative dispute resolution.…

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Brenda Stewart Becomes Laurens County’s Second Woman in over Half a Century to Receive South Carolina’s Highest Civilian Honor

September 26, 2022

Brenda Stewart, a resident of Clinton, SC and active community leader, has been awarded The Order of the Palmetto. This is the highest civilian honor that can be bestowed in…

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New owner acquires Advantage Services

September 26, 2022

Sunbelt Business Brokers announces the sale of Advantage Services, a commercial janitorial company in Columbia, South Carolina, to Jodi Ballington of Busy Bee’s Cleaning Solutions, LLC. The acquisition closed on…

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Attorney Lizzie Weston joins Robinson Gray law firm as an associate

September 23, 2022

Local attorney Clara Elizabeth (“Lizzie”) Weston has joined Robinson Gray as an associate. Lizzie will be working with Robinson Gray’s Business Team, which represents companies and individuals across a range…

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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Bailey Melvin of AC Flora High School as Educator of the Month

September 23, 2022

South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Richland County School District One’s Bailey Melvin of AC Flora High School as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of…

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Columbia Museum of Art traveling exhibition to make hometown stop

September 23, 2022

European Splendors: Highlights from the Kress Collection opens October 1 The Columbia Museum of Art announces featured fall exhibition European Splendors: Highlights from the Kress Collection, on view Saturday, October…

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Rikard & Protopapas attorney elected to Pawmetto Lifeline Board of Trustees

September 23, 2022

Rikard & Protopapas attorney and CFO, Allyson Rikard, was recently elected to serve on Pawmetto Lifeline’s Board of Trustees. Pawmetto Lifeline is a no-kill animal shelter in the Midlands and…

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Lexington One Educational Foundation awards Fall 2022 Michelin Golden Apple Teacher Grants

September 22, 2022

The Lexington District One Educational Foundation recently awarded eight Michelin Golden Apple Teacher Grant Awards to deserving recipients in Lexington County School District One. Fall Grant awards totaled $2,000 and…

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CAMS names Rhodes and Bossert Senior VPs of Community Management

September 22, 2022

Community Association Management Services (CAMS), North and South Carolina’s premier community management company, has announced the promotions of Ben Rhodes, CMCA®, AMS® PCAM®, and Ronda Bossert, CMCA®, AMS® PCAM®, to…

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Studio 2LR, Inc. Architecture + Interiors earns a 2022 Aspire Design Merit Award

September 22, 2022

Studio 2LR, Inc., an architecture and interior design firm creating impact through transformative design, recently earned a 2022 Aspire Design Merit Award for Orangeburg County Library & Conference Center. The…

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The Law Office of Laura H. Huggins welcomes Jaclynn B. Goings to its team

September 22, 2022

The Law Office of Laura H. Huggins, LLC announces that Jaclynn B. Goings has joined the firm’s office located at 219 Columbia Avenue, Chapin, 29036. The firm assists clients with…

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The Cliffs announces hire of General Manager Nicholas Carlson, PGA

September 22, 2022

The Cliffs announced its newest General Manager, Nicholas “Nick” Carlson, who will head operations for The Cliffs at Glassy. Nick brings with him an abundance of experience in both the…

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Columbia Chamber honors David Pankau at Annual Gala

September 22, 2022

David Pankau, Chairman of the Board of Directors, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, named Columbia Chamber’s 2022 Ambassador of the Year. The Columbia Chamber will honor David Pankau at the Chamber’s…

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Phoenix Bass Fishing League Regional Championship set for Lake Murray

September 22, 2022

The Phoenix Bass Fishing League Presented by T-H Marine’s Bulldog, Choo Choo, Gator and Piedmont divisions will finish out their 2022 season next month in Prosperity, South Carolina Oct. 6-8,…

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