Masa Mexican Street Food to open its doors February 5, 2024

February 5, 2024

Masa Mexican Street Food is proud to announce the grand opening of its latest location in Columbia, SC, bringing authentic Mexican street food to the Rosewood community. Operating since 2020,…

Fall in love with Food Trucks this February!

February 5, 2024

The City of Columbia continues the exciting Food Truck Fridays initiative throughout the month of February. Food Truck Fridays aim to support and boost local businesses, celebrate diverse cuisines and foster connections over…

Colliers Dealmakers: Recent purchases, sales, leases and investments in South Carolina

February 5, 2024

Colliers | South Carolina announced the following recently completed commercial real estate transactions in Q4 of 2023 from our offices across the state: Charleston, SC William Ederle represented Physicians Mutual…

Entrepreneur Minute – Patrick Dunbar, Dunbar Builders

February 5, 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…

Cottage and Vine moves to The Beach Company’s Cardinal Crossing

February 5, 2024

Colliers | South Carolina’s Rox Pollard, Danny Bonds and John Gressette represented the landlord, The Beach Company, and Matthew Pollard represented the tenant, Cottage and Vine, in the lease of ±2,378 square feet of retail…

State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver Shares Budget Priorities for 2024

February 5, 2024

Last Tuesday, State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver presented the South Carolina Department of Education’s comprehensive budget priorities during a House Ways and Means subcommittee meeting. Tuesday’s budget hearing is…

City of Columbia propels forward into a bright future

February 5, 2024

City Manager Teresa Wilson Leads Proactive Development Initiatives The City of Columbia is embarking on a transformative journey under the leadership of City Manager Teresa Wilson, who is spearheading a…

USC partners with HBCUs to ensure student talent enters rural health care

February 5, 2024

In a groundbreaking move, the University of South Carolina’s SC Center for Rural and Primary Healthcare (CRPH) has joined forces with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to address healthcare…

Columbia Museum of Art March 2024 Exhibitions and Events Calendar

February 4, 2024

Columbia Museum of Art March 2024 Calendar EXHIBITIONS Darrel Ellis: Regeneration On view February 17 through May 12, 2024 Over the course of his career, Darrel Ellis developed a distinct…

DeWees Real Estate Group represents buyer in purchase of Maurice’s BBQ building

February 4, 2024

Broker-in-Charge, Sam DeWees, Represented the buyer in the sale of 662 St. Andrews Rd DeWees Real Estate Group, a full-service commercial real estate firm specializing in Columbia’s residential, office, retail,…

Lexington Medical Center celebrates National Wear Red Day for American Heart Month

February 4, 2024

Today, Lexington Medical Center staff wore red to help raise awareness about cardiovascular disease in honor of National Wear Red Day. National Wear Red Day is recognized annually on the…

Upcoming events for Riverbanks’ 50th anniversary

February 4, 2024

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Approaches Major Milestone Celebrating 50 Years of Wildlife, Conservation and Family Fun Zoo’s Golden Anniversary Brings Golden Opportunities Riverbanks Zoo and Garden will mark a golden…

Experience Columbia SC, Aliyah Boston announce tourism partnership

February 4, 2024

WNBA Rookie of the Year, University of South Carolina alum and former USC Women’s Basketball star Aliyah Boston and Experience Columbia SC announced a partnership to inspire travel to the…

Palmetto Broadband Coalition unites providers to shape broadband future

February 4, 2024

The Palmetto Broadband Coalition, a consortium of well-established, locally owned broadband providers, announced its launch on Tuesday. This alliance is the most recent collaboration among providers, some with over 120…

Crafting Love: Valentine’s Activities for All Ages at the Clinton Library

February 3, 2024

Give your loved ones more than a Valentine this holiday by crafting a special something at the Clinton Library. Little ones, ages 0-5, will decorate paper hearts at 5pm on…

CAE welcomes over 1.2 million passengers, 2023 Year in Review

February 1, 2024

The numbers are in and the Columbia Metropolitan Airport is excited to share that the airport welcomed 1,234,487 million passengers in 2023 – inching closer to the highest number of passengers in over a…

To Keep or To Give

February 1, 2024

By Amy Coward   I can’t get rid of this bowl. I really don’t know why I’m so attached to it. It’s not very pretty – beige, plastic, divided down…

Being Thankful – A Different View

February 1, 2024

By Jeff Becraft   I did not write today’s Friday encouragement – it was sent to me by a friend of mine named Rick.  It is from The Speaker’s Friend by Leonard…

Folk Artist Leonard Jones

February 1, 2024

By Tom Poland   Giving Old Tin New Life During my school days the yellow bus rolled me past chicken houses. In 1972, when I taught creative writing in Lincolnton,…

CAE begins work on multi-year airport master plan, community input welcomed and encouraged

February 1, 2024

The Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) has begun work on a multi-year airport master plan project that will ultimately yield an introspective look at the airport’s current facilities, amenities and overall capacity to…

Infinity Marketing’s Tony Williams honored among SC’s Most Influential of 2023

February 1, 2024

Tony Williams, the founder of Greenville, SC-based Infinity Marketing and an engaged community leader for more than three decades, has been honored among SC’s Most Influential people of 2023, a…

Cayce business wins national award

February 1, 2024

Solutions for Living at Home Receives 2024 Best of Home Care® – Leader in Experience Award, Provider of Choice Award and Employer of Choice Award Solutions for Living at Home…

Pvolve, an innovative holistic fitness studio, coming to the BullStreet District

February 1, 2024

Pvolve, the omni-channel fitness company with an innovative, science-led method that pairs functional movement with proprietary equipment, will open its first South Carolina studio in May 2024 at the BullStreet District.…

It’s Giving Grace and Gospel Music: Soulful performances will celebrate Black History Month at Harbison Theatre!

February 1, 2024

Soulful performances will celebrate Black History Month at Harbison Theatre! John Lakin & Friends Sounds of Amazing Grace 7:30 PM | Saturday, February 10, 2024 Tickets: $25 A familiar favorite…

Pvolve, an innovative holistic fitness studio, coming to the BullStreet District

February 1, 2024

Pvolve, the omni-channel fitness company with an innovative, science-led method that pairs functional movement with proprietary equipment, will open its first South Carolina studio in May 2024 at the BullStreet District.…

SwordFest returns on Feb. 10 to the Relic Room

February 1, 2024

En garde! Swordfest is coming! And there’s little time left to draw your cold blade. It will be here on Saturday, Feb. 10! If you don’t know what SwordFest is,…

Richland School District Two released from state fiscal watch

January 31, 2024

On Thursday, January 25th the South Carolina State Department of Education (SCDE) announced that Richland School District Two has been released from state fiscal watch status. The Richland Two Fiscal…

College Board Honors A.C. Flora High for AP Computer Science Female Diversity

January 31, 2024

A.C. Flora High School has been awarded the College Board’s AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award for achieving high female representation in AP Computer Science classes. A.C. Flora was one…

Richland Library celebrates Black History Month

January 31, 2024

Observe African American History and Culture throughout February As Black History Month nears, Richland Library wants to highlight the achievements of African Americans across all mediums – including politics, education and the…

Westwood High principal wins state awards for positive influence on interscholastic athletics

January 31, 2024

The South Carolina Athletic Administrator Association recently announced the recipients of its 2023-2024 awards. Westwood High School principal Robert Jackson is among the winners. Jackson was selected as the 4A…

Magnet Centers selected as finalist for Palmetto’s Finest Award

January 31, 2024

The Center for Knowledge and Center for Knowledge North are among the finalists for the Palmetto’s Finest Award, one of the most coveted and respected awards among educators. The South…

Stantec expands Transportation team in South Carolina

January 31, 2024

Stantec, a leading global design and engineering firm, has welcomed Chad Elledge as a Senior Roadway Engineer in its Columbia office. Elledge is a senior roadway engineer with over 19…

Cypress Commercial & Investment Real Estate announces strong year-end results

January 31, 2024

Cypress Commercial & Investment Real Estate, a leading commercial real estate brokerage company, announces year-end results for 2023 of 29 real estate transactions representing a value of more than $29…

CREW Midlands-SC announces 2024 Board of Directors

January 31, 2024

CREW Midlands-SC is pleased to announce its 2024 Board of Directors to lead the local chapter of CREW Network, the leading global business network in commercial real estate. Elizabeth Riley,…

Rapid Shelter Columbia spotlighted at Kiawah

January 31, 2024

2024 SCCCMA Conference The City of Columbia, under the leadership of City Manager Teresa Wilson, showcased its groundbreaking Rapid Shelter Columbia program during the South Carolina City and County Management Association…

The Cottontown Art Crawl returns for its sixth year

January 31, 2024

The sixth annual Cottontown Art Crawl brings artists and entertainment to front porches, streets, and lawns in a historic downtown neighborhood in Columbia, SC.  This year approximately 200 artists will show and sell their original work. The…

WREN names Amalia Luxardo as new CEO

January 31, 2024

The Women’s Rights & Empowerment Network (WREN) is thrilled to announce that the Board of Directors has named Dr. Amalia Luxardo its new Chief Executive Officer. With more than 20…

Trinity Partners facilitates industrial lease in Ocala, Florida

January 31, 2024

Trinity Partners has completed an industrial lease agreement in Ocala, Florida. Bruce Harper, Founding Partner, South Carolina, represented the tenant, ANSCO & Associates, LLC, in the lease of an industrial…

SC Manufacturers Alliance outlines 2024 legislative priorities

January 31, 2024

As part of SC Manufacturing Day at the Statehouse, the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) outlined its legislative agenda and priorities for 2024. SC Manufacturing Day at the Statehouse was…

Experienced attorney becomes newest partner at Richardson Thomas

January 31, 2024

Brendan Green, an experienced attorney dedicated to seeking justice for injured clients, has joined Richardson Thomas as a partner. He represents clients in personal injury, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and…

Auxiliary American Legion Unit 25 Supports Education and American Values

January 30, 2024

Following the spirit of Veterans helping Veterans and their families, Auxiliary American Legion Unit 25 Legionnaires combined support and efforts to donate $50 for tuition costs to Palmetto Girls State…

Lisa Cole named Executive Director of Turning Pages SC

January 30, 2024

Turning Pages SC, a local nonprofit dedicated to adult literacy, has named Lisa Cole as its Executive Director. Serving as the Interim Executive Director since August 2022, Cole has played…

SIOS Technology promotes Sajid Shaikh to Vice President of Engineering

January 30, 2024

SAN MATEO, CA – January 30, 2024 – SIOS Technology Corp., an industry leader in application high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR), today announced the promotion of Sajid Shaikh…

Richland County Sheriff’s Department recognizes top deputies, others in 2023

January 30, 2024

Multiple awards presented during annual banquet in mid-December By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Sheriff Leon Lott and the Richland County Sheriff’s Department presented scores of awards in multiple categories both…

The Cayce Police Department hosts luncheon for new Cayce Assisting Seniors & Elderly initiative

January 30, 2024

The Cayce Police Department (CPD) will host a luncheon on February 13, 2024, to kick-off the new initiative that focuses on the safety and support of our elderly and aging…

February 1 is National Unclaimed Property Day – It’s Time to Claim Your Money

January 30, 2024

By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis As State Treasurer, I have many responsibilities that involve our state’s finances and public money, but one of my favorite duties centers on your money.…

State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Kelly Brooks of Dreher High School as Educator of the Month

January 30, 2024

South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Richland County School District One’s Kelly Brooks of Dreher High School as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the…

Bald Cypress Builders gift to Lexington One Educational Foundation supports LTC Building Construction Program and students

January 30, 2024

Amelia and Matt Pocta of Bald Cypress Builders recently presented a generous gift of $1,000 to the Lexington One Educational Foundation. This kind corporate donation will provide support to the…

Spoleto Festival USA announces 2024 festival season

January 30, 2024

Spoleto Festival USA, the country’s premier performing arts festival, has announced a star-studded lineup for 2024 including more than one hundred performances across the Holy City for 17 days and…