Registration open for city’s Summer Camps Program

March 11, 2024

Registration for the Columbia Parks and Recreation Department’s Summer Camps Program, which includes weekly camps and a variety of specialty camps, is open for children ages 5 and up. Weekly…

SCDOA and IMPH honored with 2023 South Carolina Notable State Documents Award

March 10, 2024

The South Carolina Department on Aging (SCDOA) in partnership with the South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH) was announced as a winner of the 2023 South Carolina…

Dr. Brice Cockfield named Meadow Glen Elementary’s new principal 

March 7, 2024

In February, Lexington County School District One named Dr. Brice Cockfield the principal of Meadow Glen Elementary School, effective July 1, 2024. Dr. Cockfield currently serves as principal of Carolina…

Filmmakers to guide Reedy Reels breakout sessions

March 7, 2024

Two experienced filmmakers will be leading breakout sessions as part of this year’s Piedmont Natural Gas Presents Reedy Reels: The Greenville Film Festival. One of the hallmarks of Reedy Reels…

Let’s be that ‘someone else’ today

March 7, 2024

By Jeff Becraft Back in the YC era, during Orientation for new students and families, I would always bring up the importance of little things.  I would ask them, if…

Vicious Biscuit brings fierce flavors to Columbia food scene with new location coming soon

March 7, 2024

Vicious Biscuit, the award-winning fast-casual breakfast concept and Southern-made originator of bold biscuit creations, is coming soon to Columbia, South Carolina. The new location is set to open this spring…

Let the Hunt Begin for Riverbanks’ Anniversary Prizes

March 7, 2024

Discover Hidden Treasures: Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Reveals Golden Opportunity for Fun Celebrate 50 Wild Years with Exclusive Prizes and Community Collaboration Riverbanks Zoo and Garden will mark 50 inspiring…

From the Iditarod in Alaska to the SC7 Expedition

March 7, 2024

S.C. Floodwater Commission chair reflects on what’s to come here in the Palmetto State By Alex Junes-Ward Dr. Tom Mullikin, the world-renowned global expedition leader from Camden, S.C., returned from…

New initiative launches for communicators to grow digital skills, prepare for the future of work without retraining

March 7, 2024

A new learning initiative is helping communicators grow a future-ready digital skill set without retraining or reskilling. The initiative, called Content for the People, is a learning events program designed…

CarolinaPower promotes David Farmer to Branch Manager in North Augusta

March 7, 2024

CarolinaPower, a leading employee-owned, regional electrical contractor, has promoted David Farmer to Branch Manager for the firm’s operation in North Augusta, S.C. – one of four offices in South Carolina.…

St. Pat’s in Five Points returns to Columbia, South Carolina on Saturday, March 16

March 7, 2024

St. Pat’s in Five Points, South Carolina’s largest one-day festival, returns on Saturday, March 16, from 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m. for the 42nd event in Columbia, S.C. The festivities kick off…

Bring Back Honest-To-Goodness Screen Doors

March 7, 2024

By Tom Poland   With winter knock, knock, knocking on their door, people are thinking of storm doors and weather stripping. Well, drafty old screen doors occupy my mind. Recent…

Due to the forecast of heavy rain the Cottontown Art Crawl has been POSTPONED until Sunday, March 10, 2024 from 12pm-5pm

March 7, 2024

Due to the forecast of heavy rain the Cottontown Art Crawl has been POSTPONED until Sunday, March 10, 2024 from 12pm-5pm.   The sixth annual Cottontown Art Crawl brings artists and…

Columbia Museum of Art April 2024 exhibitions and events calendar

March 7, 2024

EXHIBITIONS Darrel Ellis: Regeneration On view through May 12, 2024 Over the course of his career, Darrel Ellis developed a distinct studio practice that merged the formal vocabularies of drawing,…

Wallick Investments now offers holistic financial planning

March 6, 2024

South Carolina-based RIA firm Wallick Investments, LLC announced the addition of a new financial planning service line to complement its long-standing investment advisory and portfolio management services. This new service…

McEntire Produce continues growing Richland County operations

March 6, 2024

$26.2 million investment will create 40 new jobs McEntire Produce, a full-service fresh produce supplier, announced the continued development of its state-of-the-art facility in Richland County. The company’s $26.2 million…

Family-Friendly Frights and Feats at Harbison Theatre

March 5, 2024

Family-Friendly Frights and Feats at Harbison Theatre: Action-packed performances that are sure to give you goosebumps! 360 ALLSTARS Variety Show 4 PM | Sunday, March 24, 2024 Tickets: $40 Launching…

Palmetto AgriBusiness Council elects officers for 2024

March 5, 2024

The Palmetto AgriBusiness Council (PABC) recently announced the election of officers for 2024. Sarah Windham, Partner with FORVIS, was re- elected Chair; Bryant Sansbury, CEO with ArborOne, was elected Vice…

Colliers brokers receive prestigious Everest Award for top performance nationwide

March 5, 2024

Colliers brokers Garrett Scott, SIOR, John Montgomery, SIOR, Brockton Hall, SIOR and Chuck Salley, SIOR have been awarded Colliers USA’s prestigious Everest Award for top production in 2023. The Everest…

Grand opening for The Hollow restaurant on Gervais St.

March 4, 2024

The Hollow, Columbia’s first forest-to-table restaurant, is set to open its doors on Wednesday, March 6th, at 823 Gervais Street, Suite 100. Specializing in rustic American cooking, the restaurant focuses…

Attorney Lane Cook promoted to Partner at LawyerLisa

March 4, 2024

LAWYERLISA, an elder law and estate planning firm, is pleased to announce the promotion of Lane Cook to Partner with the firm. LawyerLisa serves clients throughout the state of South…

Richland One opens second round of applications for magnet choice programs

March 4, 2024

Richland One is accepting applications for students to enroll in magnet choice programs with spots still available for the 2024-2025 school year. The application deadline is April 30. Parents will…

Weston Inc.’s 100 Perfection Way building leased to Pilot Freight Services

March 4, 2024

Weston, Inc. announces that Pilot Freight Services has leased ±85,320 square feet at 100 Perfection Way, a ±180,000-square foot building on ±19.5 acres in Timmonsville, SC. Pilot Freight Services is…

Dominion Energy South Carolina requests regulatory review of electric rates to maintain safe, reliable, efficient service as customer growth continues

March 4, 2024

Requested increase to base rates is first in nearly four years Rates are lower than national average Since 2019, Dominion Energy South Carolina has added approximately 40,000 new electric customers…

Historic Columbia announces March 2024 events

March 4, 2024

Historic Columbia is excited to announce programming and events for March 2024. See the full list of March events below and be sure to leave room in your calendar to…

City of Columbia Pedestrian and Bicyclist Counts: help make sure we all count!

March 4, 2024

The City of Columbia is seeking volunteers to help conduct our routine Pedestrian & Bicyclist Counts throughout Columbia. By counting pedestrians and bicyclists, volunteers help to ensure that all of…

The SC Philharmonic takes inaugural music in My Neighborhood program to Irmo, SC

March 4, 2024

Immersive outreach program takes free classical music experiences to schools, parks, hospitals, businesses and community centers Music in My Neighborhood is a new immersive community program of the South Carolina Philharmonic,…

LCK to serve as project management lead for the new Parking Garage and Consolidated Rental Car (CONRAC) Facility at Greenville Spartanburg International Airport

March 4, 2024

LCK has been selected to serve as the owner’s representative and project management lead for the development of the Greenville Spartanburg International Airport (“GSP”) Parking Garage C and the Consolidated…

The SC Philharmonic takes inaugural Music in My Neighborhood program to Irmo, SC

March 3, 2024

Immersive outreach program takes free classical music experiences to schools, parks, hospitals, businesses and community centers Music in My Neighborhood is a new immersive community program of the South Carolina Philharmonic, bringing…

Richland County’s new rules on land use pave pathway for the future

March 3, 2024

Revised Land Development Code, zoning districts go into effect today Richland County’s newly revised Land Development Code (LDC), the result of a years-long process to prepare for future growth and…

Feathers Fit For A King

February 29, 2024

By Tom Poland   I wanted to hunt birds when a boy. Problem was no one would take me hunting. Dad tried but hunting wasn’t in his blood. And so…

Dyslexia Resource Center receives $25,000 grant from Power:Ed to support more Midlands youth

February 29, 2024

Dyslexia Resource Center (DRC) has been awarded a $25,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support area middle school students who are below grade level…

Peak Drift and Columbia Craft establish Craft Brew Inc.

February 29, 2024

Peak Drift Brewing Company and Columbia Craft Brewing Company, award-winning craft beer companies based in Columbia, SC, have joined forces under the establishment of a new parent company for regional…

Don’t Let Termites Spring Into Your Home!

February 29, 2024

National Termite Awareness Week is March 3-9 As spring heralds longer days and warmer climates, it also awakens a less welcome guest: termites. These pint-sized destroyers rack up a hefty…

Thankful for the good

February 28, 2024

By Jeff Becraft   At various times, roaches have caused havoc in our household, particularly with the female members of our household. Now, I know that some people call them…

Focusing on Cash Flows in a Climate of Higher Interest Rates

February 28, 2024

By Kristen S. Jerome, CPA Partner, Bauknight Pietras & Stormer   Back to the Basics of Cash Flow Management  In the decade following the 2008 financial crisis, the Fed kept…

Trustus Theatre presents Blues for an Alabama Sky by Pearl Cleage

February 28, 2024

Trustus Theatre, the home for relevant, innovative, and inclusive theatrical works in Columbia, South Carolina, is excited to present Blues for an Alabama Sky by Pearl Cleage, opening on March…

Trustus Theatre presents Blues for an Alabama Sky by Pearl Cleage

February 28, 2024

Trustus Theatre, the home for relevant, innovative, and inclusive theatrical works in Columbia, South Carolina, is excited to present Blues for an Alabama Sky by Pearl Cleage, opening on March…

Richland Two has 10 National Merit Scholarship finalists

February 28, 2024

Ten seniors in Richland School District Two are closer to their goal of earning National Merit Scholarships. Zachary J. Burnett and Eva D. Pendleton of Blythewood High School; Sanvi V.…

Tyler Easterling ascends to President and COO Role, crafting a visionary future for TBA Worldwide

February 28, 2024

TBA Worldwide is pleased to announce Tyler Easterling’s promotion to President and COO. The company is a rapidly growing network of data-driven advertising agencies and specialty marketing firms, including Brandon,…

SAFE Federal Credit Union expands with 19th branch in Irmo, SC

February 28, 2024

SAFE Federal Credit Union formally marked the opening of its 19th branch location in Irmo, SC with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on February 26. In addition to SAFE’s executive leadership team,…

Coucoules claims victory at Bassmaster Kayak Series Tournament on Lake Murray

February 28, 2024

Jake Coucoules has won the 2024 Yamaha Rightwaters Bassmaster Kayak Series at Lake Murray scored by TourneyX with a two-day total of 188.75 inches.  A record-breaking regular season record of 258 kayak…

Colliers promotes Jonathan Harvey to Senior Property Manager

February 28, 2024

Colliers | South Carolina announced Jonathan Harvey’s promotion to Senior Property Manager. Harvey is part of Colliers’ Real Estate Management Services (REMS) division in its Columbia office. Harvey oversees approximately…

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical at Town Theatre

February 28, 2024

From teen songwriter Carol Kline to chart topping musical phenom, Carole King, our show takes you on a journey of the renowned musical legend’s career. Carole fought tooth and nail…

New food and beverage concepts available at CAE

February 27, 2024

In an event hosted at the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), Carolina Concessions, LLC proudly introduced an array of new national brands to the airport. The grand opening event, held on…

Colliers | South Carolina announces 2023 Rising Star Award recipients

February 27, 2024

Colliers | South Carolina announced its 2023 Rising Star Awards which were presented at the company’s annual Awards Celebration held at Riverbanks Zoo in Columbia on February 21, 2024. The…

Columbia Presbyterian Church moving to Huger Street

February 27, 2024

We’re on the move! Columbia Presbyterian Church, a growing congregation of the Presbyterian Church in America, is moving from Sumter Street in Cottontown to Laurel and Huger streets to continue…

The Free Medical Clinic welcomes new Board Members to strengthen its commitment to community health

February 27, 2024

The Free Medical Clinic (TFMC), a leading nonprofit organization in the Midlands dedicated to providing quality healthcare to uninsured residents, proudly announces the appointment of six distinguished individuals to its…

Ben Urueta featured in SAY IT LOUD South Carolina Exhibition

February 27, 2024

Principal and Chief Design Officer at L3P Architects, Ben Urueta, AIA is one of the 4.9% of registered architects who are Hispanic and Latino in the country (NCARB). As an…