SC7 Leader Mullikin and Senate President Alexander discuss SC7 Expedition

April 29, 2024

In this series of short videos running throughout the next few weeks, South Carolina leaders will briefly expound on their experiences along the trail during the fifth annual SOUTH CAROLINA…

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Moss Blachman to tell about being an Air Force intelligence officer in Vietnam

April 29, 2024

Moss Blachman looks every bit the academic he has been for nearly a half-century, but one thing stands out: His suit coat usually features a small Bronze Star lapel pin.…

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Columbia Chamber and Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union announce 2024 Small Business Champion winners

April 29, 2024

Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union and the Columbia Chamber are pleased to announce five businesses that have been selected to take part in the 2024 Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union…

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CAMS’ Charley Truesdale earns Association Management Specialist designation

April 29, 2024

Community Association Management Services (CAMS), North and South Carolina’s premier community management company, announced that Charley Truesdale, CMCA®, recently earned her Association Management Specialist (AMS®) designation. Charley has been with…

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Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions

April 29, 2024

The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS (BOZA) Seeking to fill two (2) vacancies. The Board…

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Central Electric Power Cooperative CEO Rob Hochstetler honored by Rose-Hulman Alumni Association

April 29, 2024

Central Electric Power Cooperative, Inc. CEO Rob Hochstetler has been recognized with the highest honor bestowed by the alumni association of the prestigious Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology.  Hochstetler is the…

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Frontline leaders unite at South Carolina’s 2024 Opioid & Addiction Summit

April 29, 2024

South Carolina will host the Governor’s Opioid and Addiction Summit April 30 and May 1, uniting stakeholders from various sectors to fortify the battle against addiction and opioid misuse. Held at the Columbia…

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Charleston Day in Columbia: Leaders forge strong connections with legislators at successful inaugural event

April 29, 2024

The City of Charleston proudly announces the success of its inaugural “Charleston Day in Columbia,” a pivotal event fostering important connections with legislators statewide. Spearheaded by Mayor William S. Cogswell,…

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Lexington High Student receives $40,000 Scholarship and Internship offer from Amazon

April 29, 2024

Camila Rivera de Jesús from Lexington High School has been named an Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship recipient. She will receive up to $40,000 over four years to pursue a degree…

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FTC makes good on threat to ban most non-competes 

April 29, 2024

By Mark Bakker Maynard Nexsen Following a narrow 3-2 vote on party lines, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) approved a sweeping final rule yesterday that – if it survives legal challenge…

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Department of Labor issues rule expanding overtime eligibility

April 29, 2024

By David Dubberly Maynard Nexsen PC On April 23, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) published its final rule raising the salary thresholds for overtime pay exemptions.  The new…

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Columbia College Spring 2024 Commencement

April 26, 2024

“You are meant to do great things, and you will do them.” Graduation Speaker Savannah King shared words of power and promise for her fellow Class of 2024 graduates. She…

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Richland County Sheriff’s Department to host 13th-annual Guardians of the Night

April 26, 2024

Deputies and K9s will race in the popular 5K alongside Midlands-area runners, many participating with their pet dogs By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Registration is open for the 13th annual…

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A Conversation with Daniel Rickenmann – Mayor, City of Columbia

April 25, 2024

The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…

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Clean energy investments strengthen South Carolina farms and small businesses

April 25, 2024

Projects Funded by President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act Will Lower Energy Costs and Expand Access to Cleaner Fueling Options In honor of Earth Day 2024, Agriculture Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres…

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Richland One announces finalists for top employee honors

April 25, 2024

Richland One Superintendent Dr. Craig Witherspoon has announced the finalists for the district’s 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year and Classified Employee of the Year Awards. “The finalists for these prestigious…

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Two Richland One High Schools ranked among ‘Best High Schools’ in U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 Ranking

April 25, 2024

Two Richland One high schools have been named among the “Best High Schools” in the nation by U.S. News & World Report in its 2024 ranking. Dreher High School and…

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New Lonnie B. Nelson Elementary School principal announced

April 25, 2024

A familiar face will return to Lonnie B. Nelson as principal this summer. Dr. Maranda Hayward will become the new principal effective July 1. She will replace Dr. Twanisha Garner,…

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The largest TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® franchisee group in the southeast acquires Charlotte & Rock Hill locations

April 25, 2024

Gray Fox Strategic is a holding company headquartered in Columbia and Greenville, SC, that owns twenty-three franchises across five different brands. The bulk of the portfolio consists of the local…

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Nationally recognized Collins & Lacy welcomes attorney Justin C. Lawlor

April 25, 2024

Attorney Justin C. Lawlor has joined the Retail & Hospitality Practice Group of lawyers at Collins & Lacy, PC. Lawlor graduated from the University of South Carolina’s School of Law.…

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Budweiser Clydesdales – Road closure, detours & parking

April 25, 2024

Chief Terrence Green would like to notify the Town of Lexington community that Main Street in downtown Lexington will be closed on Thursday, April 25, 2024, for the Budweiser Clydesdales.…

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Lawyerlisa Life Care planning team grows

April 25, 2024

LawyerLisa, LLC is pleased to announce Elder Care Coordinator, Cassandra Ignatowicz, CDP has been promoted to Director of Care Coordination. Additionally, Robyn Young joins the team serving the Lowcountry as…

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Tom Barkin of Federal Reserve Bank to speak at Small Business Week Breakfast

April 25, 2024

The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center is hosting a Small Business Week breakfast featuring President & CEO Tom Barkin of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond on May 7, 2024.…

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Marketing Minute: Unlocking the Power of Employee Advocacy

April 24, 2024

  Marketing Minute by Mary Cullen, NP Strategy In today’s dynamic world, leveraging the power of employee advocacy can amplify your brand’s impact. NP Strategy Manager Mary Cullen shares how…

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Colliers Columbia Industrial Report: Vacancy drops with uptick in activity and developer interest

April 24, 2024

Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q1 2024 Columbia Industrial Market Highlights Leasing activity was slower in the first quarter of 2024, however, tenant activity surged, creating optimism for…

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Chernoff Newman wins district Gold ADDY and local Best of Social at AAF Awards ceremony

April 24, 2024

Chernoff Newman, a long-standing and leading integrated communications agency based in the Southeast, received several accolades including a Gold ADDY for American Advertising Federation (AAF) District 3 and “Best of…

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Smith Robinson law firm names three members to new executive committee

April 24, 2024

Smith Robinson law firm has appointed three of its members to a newly formed executive committee. The members are: • Jonathan M. Robinson, who was also elected to continue in…

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Lexington Medical Center to participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

April 24, 2024

Lexington Medical Center will participate in National Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 27, 2024. Community members can drive through the location to drop off unused or expired prescriptions…

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Children’s Charities of the Midlands awards $138,000 to local children’s programs

April 24, 2024

Children’s Charities of the Midlands (CCM) has awarded more than $138,000 to 16 Midlands’ nonprofits that work to improve the lives of children and young people in our community. In…

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LawyerLisa life care team grows

April 24, 2024

LawyerLisa, LLC announced Elder Care Coordinator, Cassandra Ignatowicz, CDP has been promoted to Director of Care Coordination. Additionally, Robyn Young joins the team serving the Lowcountry as Elder Care Coordinator.…

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Governor McMaster celebrates at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

April 24, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster will join Zoo leaders to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. In anticipation of the upcoming Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Day (May 1, 2024)…

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Robert F. Dozier elected to Prisma Health Board of Directors

April 24, 2024

Prisma Health is proud to announce the election of Robert F. Dozier to its board of directors. With an extensive background in financial services and a lifelong commitment to community…

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SC7 2024 is fully underway

April 24, 2024

Annual statewide expedition launched this week By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The SOUTH CAROLINA SEVEN (SC7) Expedition is fully underway having held several Earth Day kickoff events earlier this week.…

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CAE announces checkpoint expansion project as passenger traffic continues to increase

April 24, 2024

The Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) announced that work has begun on a needed checkpoint expansion project as the airport is on track to reach a passenger traffic record by the end of 2024.…

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Colliers South Carolina Industrial Report: Performance metrics remain healthy despite increased vacancy

April 24, 2024

Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q1 2024 South Carolina Industrial Market Highlights Overall industrial performance across the state remained healthy with net positive absorption of 1,912,460 square feet…

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Jesse Farris joins LCK as Senior Project Manager

April 24, 2024

Charlotte, NC, Columbia, Greenville-Spartanburg and Charleston, SC – LCK announced that Jesse Farris has joined its team as Senior Project Manager. He will be working in the Charlotte market with…

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Presbyterian College to celebrate inauguration of 20th President, Dr. Anita Gustafson

April 24, 2024

The inauguration of Presbyterian College’s 20th president, Dr. Anita Gustafson, is being celebrated this spring with a weeklong series of events commemorating the historic occasion. Gustafson’s inauguration begins at 11…

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2024 USA Kayak Fishing Team: Qualifier on Lake Murray April 25-28, 2024

April 23, 2024

As the anticipation builds for the 3rd Pan American Kayak Fishing Championship event scheduled for September on Lake Murray, kayak fishing enthusiasts across the nation are gearing up for the opportunity of…

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Turning Pages SC honors Jerry Bellune with Lifetime Member Award for 25 Years of Literacy Work

April 23, 2024

Turning Pages SC, a nonprofit literacy council that teaches adults to read for free, has honored Jerry Bellune’s quarter-century commitment to literacy in central South Carolina. At 88 years of age,…

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South Carolina Federal announces 2024 Scholarship Winners

April 23, 2024

South Carolina Federal Credit Union is proud to announce the winners of its 14th annual scholarship program. The credit union will award $45,000 to nine students attending a traditional or…

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Carolina Teacher Induction Program receives $300,000 grant from Power:Ed to expand teacher recruitment and retention programming

April 23, 2024

The Carolina Teacher Induction Program (CarolinaTIP) has earned a $300,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of the SC Student Loan Corporation, to expand programming to South Carolina’s Pee Dee region.…

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Volunteer leaders recognized by SC elected leaders during National Volunteer Week

April 23, 2024

Together SC’s Volunteer Admin Alliance, the SC Commission on National and Community Service, Americorps South Carolina and the SC Governor’s Office announced the winners of the 2024 Governor’s Volunteer Awards.…

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Southern First reports results for First Quarter 2024

April 23, 2024

Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, today announced its financial results for the three-month period ended March 31, 2024. “Our team generated excellent performance…

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Attorney Chris Schwartz joins Bluestein Attorneys

April 23, 2024

Attorney W. Christopher Schwartz has joined Bluestein Attorneys. He practices in the areas of personal injury, criminal defense, and construction litigation. He earned his Juris Doctor in 2023 from the…

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Flock and Rally earns multiple marketing and communications industry awards

April 23, 2024

Flock and Rally, the women-owned and led integrated communications and marketing agency based in Columbia, South Carolina, recently earned multiple marketing and communications industry awards from the American Advertising Federation…

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Colliers represents seller and buyer in sale of Downtown Columbia office building

April 23, 2024

Colliers | South Carolina’s Mary Winter Teaster represented the seller, KEM Properties LLC, and Matthew Pollard represented the buyer, Nick Lind Psychological Associates LLC, in the sale of a ±2,320-square-foot…

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Entrepreneur Minute – Amanda Clark, PulManage

April 22, 2024

The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…

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Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is turning 50

April 22, 2024

Join Riverbanks Zoo & Garden’s Birthday Celebration Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, a premiere tourist destination in the Midlands of South Carolina, will commemorate 50 inspiring years of wildlife conservation on…

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