Lexington Medical Center invests $150,000 in United Way of the Midlands’ WellPartners Dental and Eye Clinics

October 30, 2023

Thanks to a $150,000 grant from Lexington Medical Center, more individuals throughout the Midlands will receive accessible healthcare at United Way’s WellPartners Dental and Eye Clinics. WellPartners offers free dental…

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The LRADAC Foundation receives funding for prevention and treatment services from the Lexington Medical Center Foundation

October 30, 2023

The LRADAC Foundation, LRADAC’s nonprofit arm that supports the programs and services of LRADAC, has received a Community Outreach Grant of $85,000 from Lexington Medical Center. $20,000 of the grant…

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The Leon Levine Foundation makes grant to Habitat Greenville County

October 30, 2023

Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County received a $40,000 grant from the philanthropic organization created by the founder of Family Dollar Stores, The Leon Levine Foundation. After retiring from Family…

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Sustain SC launches roadmap to support sustainability initiatives in South Carolina

October 30, 2023

Sustain SC launched the Roadmap to Sustain SC, which identifies seven key accelerators that will move South Carolina forward as a sustainable state ensuring economic prosperity and protection of our…

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LRADAC names Eric D. Eaddy as the new Vice President of Administration

October 30, 2023

LRADAC, the designated alcohol and drug abuse authority for Lexington and Richland Counties, has named Eric D. Eaddy its new Vice President of Administration. As a member of the executive…

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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Angelia Jackson of Georgetown High School as Educator of the Month

October 30, 2023

South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Georgetown County School District’s Angelia Jackson of Georgetown High School as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the Month…

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Colliers promotes Eric Zimmerman to Director of Real Estate Management Services

October 30, 2023

Colliers | South Carolina announced that Eric Zimmerman has been promoted to Director of Real Estate Management Services (REMS) for its Charleston and Columbia offices. He has served as the…

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Naturaland Trust celebrates 50 years of land conservation

October 27, 2023

With a celebration event held yesterday that drew more than 150 conservationists and civic and community leaders from across S.C., Naturaland Trust – a nonprofit land conservation trust established in…

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Selecting a Credit Card

October 27, 2023

By Carman M. Young, CFP® Credit card companies can be aggressive in marketing their cards and their perks. Who doesn’t want a free trip to Europe? With so many options…

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Exclusive Sergio Hudson exhibition opens November 18 at the CMA

October 27, 2023

Hudson and team to participate in special opening day program The Columbia Museum of Art presents Sergio Hudson: Focused on the Fit, an exhibition showcasing the work of iconic fashion…

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Catching Up With Lou Miller

October 26, 2023
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By Tom Poland   No. 87 lay on Buddy Bufford Field as still as a stone. Louis Miller, senior end, had broken ribs, but better days lay ahead. The undefeated…

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New legislative agenda identifies strategies to address maternal and infant mortality and child care in SC

October 26, 2023

Children’s Trust to Unveil Priorities for 2024 Legislative Session at State House Event on Nov. 1 Children’s Trust of South Carolina has set its policy priorities for the 2024 legislative session…

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Capital City/Lake Murray Country to host major Kayak Fishing Championships in 2024

October 26, 2023

USA Kayak Fishing Team Qualifier April 25-28, 2024 Pan American Kayak Fishing Championship September 26-29, 2024 Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) announced that Lake Murray has been chosen as the site for…

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Greater Columbia Restaurant Association to induct six individuals into 2023 Restaurant Hall of Fame

October 26, 2023

The Greater Columbia Chapter of the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) will host its annual Columbia Restaurant Hall of Fame and Benefit Dinner on Monday, November 20 at…

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Red Cross: Donation appointments critical in coming weeks

October 26, 2023

Help build back the national blood and platelet supply by giving now As October comes to a close, the American Red Cross urges blood and platelet donors to make and…

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Colliers represented Kids Garden in the lease of its seventh location in Forest Acres

October 26, 2023

Colliers | South Carolina’s John Gressette represented Kids Garden in the leasing of ±1,880 square feet of retail space at 4714 Forest Drive in Columbia, making this its seventh location…

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PSTA Statement on school financial dashboard

October 26, 2023

Palmetto State Teachers Association released the school financial dashboard developed by the state’s Office of Revenue and Fiscal Affairs. Increased transparency for education funding has been a key element of…

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Stanley set to lead Lexington One’s new South Lake Elementary School

October 26, 2023

At the October 24 board meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the hiring of Jennifer A. Stanley as the principal of the district’s newest elementary…

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Two great Midlands accounting firms come together: J.W. Hunt and Company joins Scott and Company

October 26, 2023

Scott and Company LLC announced that J.W. Hunt and Company joined Scott and Company, LLC effective October 1, 2023. Two great Columbia, South Carolina full-service certified public accounting firms, with…

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SCAC artist grant supports arts-based entrepreneurship

October 26, 2023

The arts-based business initiatives of two South Carolina artists (#SCartists) are getting FY24 support from a South Carolina Arts Commission grant and program designed to develop artists’ knowledge and skills…

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Southern First opens Dream Mortgage Center in Columbia

October 26, 2023

Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, announces the opening of its new Dream Mortgage Center in Columbia, South Carolina. Southern First’s mission is to impact lives…

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The Original Six Foundation raises over $170,000 for SC students

October 25, 2023

The Original Six (O6) Foundation raised over $170,000 to support South Carolina students in rural and underserved public school districts during the 5th Annual O6 Sporting Clays Tournament on October…

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Are you sure it’s not you?

October 25, 2023

By Jeff Becraft   There was no article last week… my wife and I went on an epic trip to see grandkids in Texas and the second part of that…

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Artist Minute – Candace Thibeault

October 25, 2023

The Who’s on the Move Artist Minute is a quick, two-minute interview in support of the undeniable impact that the arts and local artists have on our communities. One of…

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Gov. Henry McMaster Announces Launch of Education Funding Dashboard

October 25, 2023

Education Dashboard Provides Public Easy Access to School Districts Budgets, Increasing Transparency and Accountability Governor Henry McMaster today was joined by the S.C. Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Office (RFA) and…

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Tabitha Davidson joins Robinson Gray as workers’ compensation associate

October 25, 2023

Attorney Tabitha Davidson has joined Robinson Gray as an associate. She will practice in the area of workers’ compensation law, working primarily with Member Grady Beard. Tabitha graduated summa cum…

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Jerell Wesley appointed Senior Program Manager at statewide fatherhood initiative

October 25, 2023

The South Carolina Center for Fathers and Families announced that Jerell Wesley has been promoted to Senior Program Manager for SC program operations. Wesley joined the Center in November of…

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NP Strategy 10 Year Anniversary Party

October 25, 2023

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David Ward named shareholder of Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, CPAs

October 25, 2023

Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A. (BPS) today announced that David Ward, CPA, has been named a shareholder in the firm effective January 1, 2024. The new role comes with expanded…

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South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners, recognizes Dr. Forest Mahan, Aiken Technical College President as 2023 Southern Region CEO of the Year

October 24, 2023

The Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) 2023 Southern Region CEO of the Year The South Carolina Association of Technical Colleges is thrilled to announce the recognition of Dr. Forest…

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Attorney General Alan Wilson joins bipartisan, multistate coalition in lawsuits against Meta for harming children

October 24, 2023

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that today, 42 attorneys general sued Meta in federal and state courts alleging the company knowingly designed and deployed harmful features on Instagram…

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Riverbanks’ Destiny is in the Ocean

October 24, 2023

Partnerships Provide Hope For Green Sea Turtles To Flourish Head Start Program Continues to Go Swimmingly Two years ago, a green sea turtle hatched from a nest on the south…

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Cyberwoven, a South Carolina-based digital agency, takes home an Association of Marketing and Communications Professionals (AMCP) Award

October 24, 2023

Firm Wins a 2023 Gold dotCOMM Award for Work with AgFirst Farm Credit Bank Cyberwoven, a full-service brand, marketing, and web agency, recently won an Association of Marketing and Communication…

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Robin Waites announces plans to retire from Historic Columbia in June 2024

October 24, 2023

After two decades of service to Historic Columbia (HC), Robin Waites has announced plans to retire from her role as executive director in June 2024. Waites started her tenure at…

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McCrory Construction performing major upfit for CEEUS headquarters and warehouse facility in West Columbia

October 24, 2023

McCrory Construction, South Carolina’s oldest general contractor, announced that construction is well underway on a major upfit project for Cooperative Electric Energy Utility Supply, Inc. (CEEUS) in West Columbia. McCrory…

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Eventfully Chic by Parris selected Best Event Planner in Columbia, SC

October 24, 2023

Eventfully Chic by Parris, a certified wedding and special event planning business in the midlands, is overjoyed to share that they have been recognized as Columbia, SC’s Best Event Planner…

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Lake Murray Country Chefs return to the World Food Championships in Dallas,TX

October 24, 2023

Team Lake Murray Country will return to the World Food Championships (WFC), November 9-12, 2023 in Dallas, Texas. The WFC is the largest Food Sport competition, where grand champions of previous events…

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Young elected chair of Newberry College Board of Trustees

October 24, 2023

Newberry College has announced that Dr. Lenna Corley Young, class of 1977, has been elected chair of the Board of Trustees. She becomes the first woman to lead the governing…

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Pioneering the Way: Richland Library’s Social Work Department celebrates 10 years of unprecedented community impact

October 24, 2023

Richland Library is proud to commemorate the 10th anniversary of its groundbreaking Social Work Department, which has been instrumental in transforming lives and empowering communities since its inception. Established in 2013, the…

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Relic Room hosts 32nd SCMMS Toy Soldier Show – Oct 28

October 24, 2023

On Saturday, October 28, the S.C. Confederate Relic Room & Military Museum will again host the South Carolina Military Miniature Society’s Annual Toy Soldier Show. This is the SCMMS’ 32nd…

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Arts & Draughts returns in epic fashion to celebrate McQueen exhibition

October 24, 2023

Live music, art experiences, fashion shows, and more on November 10 The Columbia Museum of Art’s signature biannual block party Arts & Draughts is back on November 10, and this…

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SBA South Carolina District Office kicks off nominations for 2024 National Small Business Week Awards

October 24, 2023

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) South Carolina District Office has officially launched the call for nominations for the 2024 National and District Small Business Week Awards, including the annual Small Business Person of…

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SC Ports drives big economic impact in Pee Dee region

October 24, 2023

South Carolina Ports generates a $9.7 billion economic impact in the Pee Dee region. (Photo/Walter Lagarenne) South Carolina Ports generates a $9.7 billion economic impact in the Pee Dee region by supporting…

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SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities now accepting applications for 2024-2025

October 24, 2023

The SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, a public, residential high school for artistically talented students, is now accepting applications for the 2024-2025 school year and summer programs.…

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Quackenbush Architects’ Doug Quackenbush receives prestigious A4LE award

October 23, 2023

Doug Quackenbush, AIA LEED AP, architect and founder of Quackenbush Architects + Planners, was recently awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association for Learning Environments (A4LE), a professional organization…

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Rick Detwiler voted into the American Board of Trial Advocates

October 23, 2023

Richard C. Detwiler, the managing member of Callison Tighe & Robinson law firm, is one of the newest members of the American Board of Trial Advocates. He was voted into…

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USC College of Pharmacy wins national business plan competition

October 23, 2023

The University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy has won the 20th annual Good Neighbor Pharmacy National Community Pharmacists Association Pruitt-Schutte Student Business Plan Competition. The team of Jacob King,…

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South Carolina health programs launch 5210 SC campaign

October 23, 2023

The new statewide campaign is designed to encourage children to level-up their health. The University of South Carolina’s Arnold School of Public Health, in partnership with the State Nutrition Action…

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Quackenbush Architects’ Doug Quackenbush Receives Prestigious A4LE Award

October 20, 2023

Doug Quackenbush, AIA LEED AP, architect and founder of Quackenbush Architects + Planners, was recently awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association for Learning Environments (A4LE), a professional organization…

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