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.…
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…
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 &…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
At the March 19 board meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees named Clark Cooper the district’s new chief operations and student services officer. Cooper currently serves…
Dreher High School junior Mia Amos has always had a passion for music and she hopes to become a music teacher one day. She joined Richland One’s Teacher Cadet Program…
Painters, potters, quilters, writers, musicians, storytellers, bakers and other local artisans are invited to apply to be featured in the annual S.C. Ag + Art Tour, which Richland County will…
At the beginning of the City Council meeting, several proclamations were presented. Councilwoman Tina Hebert presented the Finklin Pharmacy proclamation to honor the family-owned pharmacy that has been a staple…
SC Ports to master plan infrastructure with SCDOT, Palmetto Railways With support from the state and unanimous approval from the SC Ports Board of Directors, SC Ports plans to purchase…
SCbio, South Carolina’s only economic development organization exclusively focused on building, advancing and growing the life sciences industry, was awarded the prestigious Townes Award by the South Carolina Governor’s School…
By Jeff Becraft A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to speak at a weekend camp for a children’s home. It was a fabulous experience. On my way…
By Tom Poland You reach a point in life where you look backwards a lot. I recall my days studying Journalism at the University of Georgia. Turns out I…
HAMPTON, S.C. – Parker Law Group has filed a lawsuit in Richland County Court of Common Pleas alleging that Bitcoin Depot, an operator of “Bitcoin ATMs,” and Circle K Stores…
Marketing Minute by Belle Fortson, NP Strategy When crises strike, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, regardless of your experience. This week’s video shares practical steps to guide you through…
Team members added to Agency’s Brand and Digital Marketing Teams Cyberwoven, an award-winning brand, digital marketing, and website design and development firm, is delighted to share the latest additions to…
Also One Tier 2 Public Finance National Ranking by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” for 2024 Pope Flynn, a Columbia-headquartered law firm concentrating in public finance and…
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2023 South Carolina Retail Market Highlights South Carolina’s population growth has significantly impacted its retail industry, driving notable expansion and opportunity creation…
Lowcountry Youth Services (LYS) has earned a $40,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support middle and high school youth in Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester…
Global Climate Change and impacts of Desertification addressed By Chris Carter Dr. Tom Mullikin, chair of the gubernatorially established S.C. Floodwater Commission and representing the University of South Carolina’s School…
By Reah Smith 2024 President of the South Carolina Association of REALTORS® As temperatures are increasing and interest rates are stabilizing, South Carolina’s real estate market is bracing for…
Alston Gore flew helicopters in Vietnam as a young Army first lieutenant. He arrived in-country in September 1970 to support the 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile). After five months, the 1st…
Trinity Partners’ Columbia to announce that Senior Brokerage Associate, Braden Shockley has earned the Society Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR) designation. SIOR is the leading global professional office and industrial…
Stacey Bevill, Owner and CEO of Greenville-based Golden Career Strategies, has joined the Board for the South Carolina Roundtable, part of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP). This…
SC Public Radio, in partnership with the ColaJazz Foundation, the University of South Carolina Press and the Koger Center for the Arts, will host A Celebration of the Music of…
Turning Pages SC, a leading force in adult literacy in central South Carolina, has announced its upcoming volunteer Tutor Workshop. Scheduled for Saturday, May 25, from 9:00 AM to 1:00…
Veteran Police Officer Christopher Garner has been named Interim Police Chief, replacing long-time SCPD Chief Josh Shumpert, according to South Congaree Mayor Cindy Campbell. “We want to thank Chief Shumpert…
StoryCorps to record the stories of residents through in-person and virtual interviews to be broadcast nationally and preserved in the Library of Congress SC Public Radio is partnering with StoryCorps…
In March of 2024, Scout Motors announced that were investing a record-setting $2 billion to establish a manufacturing operation in the Columbia, SC region. The company’s investment into this region…
Four products have advanced in the 3rd Annual Manufacturing Madness contest presented by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina. The winner will earn the title of “Coolest Thing Made in SC.”…
Sheriff Lott says women are “vital” to the overall mission By W. Thomas Smith Jr. In its commemoration and celebration of Women’s History Month, March 1-31, 2024, the Richland County…
Chapin Commercial Construction, a family-owned-and-operated licensed general contracting company headquartered in Chapin, South Carolina, announces construction is underway on the new Heavy Iron Cranes headquarters at 4682 Augusta Road in…
Under Armour announced that it has signed University of South Carolina (USC) guard MiLaysia Fulwiley to a multi-year NIL (name, image, and likeness) partnership with Curry Brand. As the first…
Lander University’s College of Graduate and Online Studies recognized the contributions of 20 corporate partners whose commitment to workforce education is strengthening the state’s economy and helping workers achieve their…
The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center is now accepting applications for its $5,000 Doris Burkett Scholarship. The Doris Burkett Scholarship is given to one Lexington School District One student who…
Grants support human needs, environmental stewardship, education, and community vitality. Starting in 2024, applications will be accepted online during two annual grant cycles. Deadline to apply for spring grant cycle is…
After-hours event features a discussion with chef and food writer, Amethyst Ganaway, along with special tastings of South Carolina cuisine The South Carolina State Museum welcomed rising culinary star, Amethyst…
Tickets sales are brisk for annual Spring steeplechase event By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Tickets are on sale for the 89th running of the CAROLINA CUP races presented by MUSC…
Experience Columbia SC announced the relaunch of the beloved Sally Salamander Walking Tour with a new design, interactive printed collateral and user-friendly digital experience. The Sally Salamander Walking Tour was…
One of the biggest obstacles the U.S. military services faced in Vietnam was that posed by Mother Nature – the lush, tropical rainforest that never stopped growing. It impeded movement,…
Columbia, SC Sales: – John Gregory, CCIM, Bill Lamar, and Tristan Lee sold 5911 Edmund Highway in Lexington, South Carolina. The industrial property is 10,500 square feet and…
Upgrades will include a sidewalk, plus road and utility enhancements Richland County staff will soon announce a neighborhood improvement project along Sunset Drive in Columbia, just north of downtown. Beginning…
Digital Media Specialist Maryanne Grinnell Joins NP Strategy NP Strategy, a strategic communications firm providing crisis, media and public relations assistance, continues to expand its social media team with the…
Leadership Columbia partners with Serve & Connect The Leadership Columbia Class of 2024 (LC24) announced its partnership with Serve & Connect. As part of the Leadership Columbia program, each class…
By Tom Poland During my not quite 10 years at the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources I worked among talented illustrators, filmmakers, designers, photographers, and artists. I watched…