Early voting for the Jan. 2 special election for State Senate District 19 is open and runs through Friday, Dec. 29. Voters will need to provide a valid photo ID…
At the December 12, 2023 meeting of the State Board of Education (SBE), Dr. David O’Shields was sworn in as the chair of the SBE. The SBE also unanimously elected…
South Carolina Dance Association (SCDA), an association of the South Carolina Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (SCAHPERD) has named Sara Monts of Nursery Road Elementary School- Arts Magnet…
On December 12, 2023, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees named Chad Leaphart the new district athletic director effective January 2, 2024; Leisa Clamp the new principal…
Three paralegals with Robinson Gray law firm have been elected to roles on the board of Palmetto Paralegal Association for 2024, with one rising to become the next president of…
Columbia architecture, interiors, and planning firm Garvin Design Group received two awards for excellence in interior design at the International Interior Design Association (IIDA) Carolinas’ 2023 DesignWorks awards ceremony in…
$5.25 Million Investment Will Create 16 New Jobs Luray Peanut Co., a producer of packaged boiled peanuts, today announced plans to expand its operations in Hampton County. The company’s $5.25 million…
Hundreds of acres fronting the storied Catawba River are now permanently protected By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The S.C. Conservation Bank announced the protection of approximately 600 acres along the…
The American Consortium for Equity in Education has selected 47 education industry companies, products, and leaders as award winners in 25 categories The Driving Force Institute announced that Patrick Riccards…
Friends of the Laurens County Library have begun their annual membership drive. We need your help to continue to support library programs for children, teens and adults. Please visit either…
Former Nephron Pharmaceuticals professional takes reins as first full-time marketing leader Following a thorough search that considered marketing and communications professionals from across the region, SCbio has named Connor Watkins…
United Way of the Midlands will honor Jim Lehman as the 2024 Humanitarian of the Year award recipient on February 22, 2024, at the Pastides Alumni Center. The Humanitarian of…
Newberry College has announced the appointment of Kevin Gilliam as its new director of security. “Kevin brings a wealth of experience and credentials to Newberry College,” said Dr. Carl Wells,…
The City of Columbia (COC) has announced the acquisition and future transformation of the iconic 400 Laurel, affectionately known as the Aflac building, into the new Law Enforcement and Judicial Center.…
Funding to Support Career Online High School Students Richland Library is the recipient of a $26,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan. This gift marks the third round of funding…
AESC, a world-leading electric vehicle battery technology company, announced the expansion of its battery cell facility in Florence County. The $810 million investment will create 450 new jobs. Expected to…
$7.37 million investment will create 50 new jobs Quality Enclosures, a manufacturer of tempered glass shower enclosures, today announced that it will establish new operations in Clarendon County. The company’s…
For the 32nd consecutive year, the City of West Columbia has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the…
Richland One is accepting applications for students to enroll in magnet choice programs for the 2024-2025 school year. The application deadline is January 31, 2024. Parents will be notified in…
What you need to know: Make sure you are prepared before tax season arrives! Gather and organize your receipts and documents. Wait until you have the right documents before filing.…
During the 3rd Annual Week of Giving, the Mungo Homes Foundation continued its relationship with EmmanuWheel, who provides wheelchair ramps to the mobility-impaired individuals who cannot afford the cost of…
LRADAC, the designated alcohol and drug abuse authority for Lexington and Richland Counties, announces that Mac Caldwell has been hired as Vice President of Clinical Services. In his new role,…
Proceeds Raised at ‘Virtual’ Army-Navy Football Game Tailgate Party The General’s Hot Sauce, a Columbia-based, veteran-owned-and-operated small business, announced a donation of $7,500 to the Big Red Barn Retreat after…
County Councils Approve Next Steps for Transformation of Top-Ranked Zoo Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is grateful to Richland and Lexington County Councils and the citizens of the Midlands for their…
The partners of Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP have elected 18 attorneys to the partnership effective Jan. 1, 2024. Overall, the firm elected 18 new partners across 10 cities…
Embrace the magic of the holiday season as Main Street transforms into a Winter Wonderland, courtesy of LTC Hospitality Services led by Scott Middleton, accompanied by Sara Middleton-Styles and Greg…
The Who’s on the Move Leadership Series highlights people leading extraordinary change in South Carolina. We will be focusing on the journeys of 12 top leaders per year from across the state…
Resource Financial Services, South Carolina’s largest privately owned mortgage banker, announced it has waived more than one million dollars in lender fees on VA Home Loans since 2020. That’s an…
By Jeff Becraft (Originally published on MidlandsBiz February 10, 2023) One of my mentors says, “Too many choices and too many voices.” He is right. Taking a shower is a…
LS3P congratulates eight Columbia team members celebrating their respective anniversaries, ranging from five to fifteen years. Associate Principals Clint Riddle, AIA and David Anderson AIA, along with Senior Associate Rohit…
LS3P Columbia office was honored with two design awards from the International Interior Design Association (IIDA) Carolinas Chapter at the annual DesignWorks Awards event held in Charlotte, NC December 8th.…
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) announced that Allen Klump has joined the organization as its Vice President of Government Relations. “We are excited to welcome Allen to the SCMA…
Genesis Healthcare, a leading provider of healthcare services in South Carolina, proudly announces its receipt of the Gold Level Health Center Quality Leader Award from the Health Resources and Services…
Studio 2LR, Inc., an architecture and interior design firm creating impact through transformative design, was the recent Award Winner in the Government/Institutional category for Orangeburg County Library & Conference Center…
Life is a gift, and local entrepreneur Jamie Prince has created Merry Everything to remind us to celebrate season of it. Prince, who also owns Flourish – a boutique public…
Colliers | South Carolina’s Matthew Pollard represented HHP Law Group in the purchase of a 5,000-square-foot building located at 2020 Assembly Street in Downtown Columbia. “HHP Law Group needed more…
Google released its 23rd annual Year in Search, offering insight into who and what people cared about this year across the globe, including trending topics right here in South Carolina.…
Riggs Partners will hold its 26th annual CreateAthon event to benefit Midlands- and Upstate-area nonprofits on March 7-8, 2024. CreateAthon is a 24-hour creative marathon during which professionals provide marketing…
Parents seeking to enroll their children in the Richland School District Two Center for Child Development should start preparing now. Applications for the Center for Child Development will be available…
Senior Resources, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting independent living for seniors in Columbia, celebrated the achievements of the past year, introduced new board members, and honored outstanding community partners…
“The table is set. It is time for you to take a seat at that table so that you can eat, and so that you can leave no crumbs,” said…
Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union announced Carol Addy as their new chief revenue officer (CRO). As CRO, she will oversee their mortgage, commercial lending, and wealth management divisions. Addy brings…
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…
Two Midlands leaders have been selected for Liberty Fellowship’s Class of 2025. The Fellowship brings together a small group of established leaders with a wide range of thought, professions, geographic…
The South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA) has named Dr. Tracie Swilley the 2024 South Carolina Secondary Principal of the Year. Dr. Swilley is principal of Fairfield Central High…
Announcement Also Includes Unveiling of New Resources to Ensure Access to Federal Programs U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development South Carolina State Director Dr. Saundra Glover today announced over $587,000…
Recreational areas to remain open, parking reduced As part of a multi-year restoration project along the Lake Murray dam, Dominion Energy will begin work to extend operations of critical…
The Council of State Restaurant Associations (CSRA) announced the recipients of this year’s CSRA Awards Program. Four state associations, including the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA), were honored…
“Origin SC is changing lives and giving hope… and I wouldn’t have been able to do this without your help.” – Ashley D, Former Client Origin SC, a leading state-wide…
Big Picture Learning (BPL), has been awarded a $25,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support the creation of a hospital industrial maintenance youth apprenticeship…

