Publix Super Markets is coming to the BullStreet District
December 3, 2025The BullStreet District, known as the region’s largest urban redevelopment project, announced that national supermarket retailer Publix Super Markets will open its next downtown Columbia, South Carolina location in the…
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McCrory’s design-build delivery of E.A. Sween manufacturing facility in Greenwood County wins top honors in ABC’s 2025 Excellence in Construction (EIC) Awards
December 2, 2025
McCrory Construction, South Carolina’s oldest general contractor, has received two distinct Excellence in Construction (EIC) awards from the Associated Builders and Contractors of the Carolinas (ABC Carolinas). Both awards are…
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Cohn Construction announces Josh Land as Director of Operations
December 2, 2025
Josh Land has been officially named as the Director of Operations at Cohn Construction, emphasizing his focus on operational excellence and team leadership. With more than 20 years of experience…
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Mashburn Construction completes multiple MUSC projects in Orangeburg
December 2, 2025
Mashburn Construction has successfully constructed three transformative projects for the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Orangeburg, S.C., underscoring the hospital’s continued investment in strengthening healthcare access and quality…
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Hood Construction, McMillan Pazdan Smith breaks ground on Riverbanks Zoo & Garden’s Conservation Learning Center
December 1, 2025The teams of Hood Construction & McMillan Pazdan Smith have kicked off construction of the Jane B. Friedman Conservation Learning Center at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. Located adjacent to the…
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Mixed-use redevelopment named “Seaboard Vista” to honor historic legacy of Congaree Vista
November 20, 2025
Partners of the notable historic adaptive reuse project in Columbia, South Carolina’s Congaree Vista announce the project to be named “Seaboard Vista.” The name honors the legacy of the Seaboard…
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Cohn Construction announces Daniel Powell as Director of Special Projects
November 19, 2025
Daniel Powell has been appointed as the Director of Special Projects at Cohn Construction, recognizing his outstanding leadership and achievements as Senior Project Manager. Dan has more than 17 years…
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Hood Construction, Moseley Architects celebrates SLED Pee Dee regional office grand opening
November 18, 2025
On October 28th, Hood Construction and Moseley Architects joined the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) to celebrate the grand opening of their new regional office in Florence County. Located…
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Mashburn Construction adds ten new hires across the state
November 18, 2025
Mashburn Construction announced the addition of ten new employees throughout their four offices. Jonah Maro has been hired as a Project Engineer in the Myrtle Beach office. He earned his…
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Terracon names Gene Partin Columbia, SC operations manager
November 14, 2025
Terracon, a leading national consulting engineering firm comprised of engineers, scientists, architects, facilities experts, and field professionals, announces Gene Partin, CHMM, has been named operations manager of the company’s Columbia, South Carolina…
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Magnus Development breaks ground on third industrial building at 803 Park
November 12, 2025
Magnus Development Partners announced the groundbreaking of Gateway 4, a 120,000 SF spec industrial building at 803 Park in Lexington County, SC. The project is adjacent to CAE Airport, the…
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Lucia Smith elected to board of Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber of Commerce
October 28, 2025
Pyramid Contracting announced that Lucia Smith, our Business Development Manager for the Midlands region, has been elected to the Board of Directors for the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber of Commerce…
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From crew member to foreman: Pyramid celebrates Derius Robinson’s promotion
October 24, 2025
Pyramid Contracting has announced the promotion of Derius Robinson to foreman. In his new role, Robinson will oversee project teams, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to Pyramid’s standards of…
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Chandler Construction Services Inc. expanding corporate headquarters in Greenwood County
October 23, 2025
Project Star to bring $10.1 million investment and 31 new jobs Chandler Construction Services Inc., a long-standing leader in utility construction, announced that it is expanding its operations and building…
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Cohn Construction’s Beth Frost selected for Columbia Regional Business Report’s Forty Under 40
October 22, 2025
Beth Frost has been recognized as a member of the Columbia Regional Business Report’s 2025 Forty Under 40 class. This annual honor highlights 40 exceptional professionals under the age of…
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Hood Construction announces new teammates & team promotion
October 21, 2025
Hood Construction shared a few team updates. Jennifer Barfield has been named Senior Project Coordinator, and two new additions to the team have been made: Ryan Kerr as Assistant Project…
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Cohn Construction completes fourth facility for The Pete Store
October 15, 2025
Cohn Construction has completed the renovation of the 30,000 SF facility for The Pete Store, a Peterbilt dealership, in Asheville, North Carolina. This project marks the fourth project between Cohn…
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Museum gallery lighting project enters final phase
October 14, 2025The Columbia Museum of Art is entering the final phase of its sweeping gallery lighting renovation, a visionary project that began January 21, 2025. Coinciding with the museum’s milestone 75th…
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Astral Development’s plans progress to develop a mixed-use multi-family project at the intersections of Bull Street and Elmwood Avenue in Columbia, S.C.
October 13, 2025
Astral Development and Steady Capital’s plans progress to develop a 483,106 square-foot mixed-use multi-family project set to transform one of Columbia, South Carolina’s most visible downtown intersections at the corner…
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Hood Construction completes Saluda Skyride at Riverbanks Zoo & Garden
October 8, 2025
On August 28th, Hood Construction joined Riverbanks Zoo & Garden staff and community officials to celebrate the grand opening of the highly anticipated Saluda Skyride. As part of Riverbanks’ multi-year…
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M. B. Kahn welcomes Jason Hlewicki as Senior Vice President, Charlotte office
October 6, 2025
M. B. Kahn, a leading construction firm in the Southeast, announced the appointment of Jason Hlewicki as Senior Vice President, managing the company’s Charlotte office. With more than 25 years…
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Mashburn Construction announces key employee promotions to strengthen leadership team
October 2, 2025
Mashburn Construction, a leader in general contracting, announced the promotion of several team members to new leadership roles, following the completion of the company’s annual employee review process. These promotions…
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Hood Construction announces Donnie Fetner as Vice President of Business Development
September 29, 2025
Hood Construction announced the promotion of Donnie Fetner from Director to Vice President of Business Development. After nearly 5 years with Hood Construction and over two decades of experience in…
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Cohn Construction completes a new 20,060 SF industrial building along I-20
September 25, 2025
Cohn Construction has completed a new 20,060 SF flex industrial building off I-20 in Northeast Columbia. Delivered in partnership with Walker Development and Trinity Partners, Newland Road Speculative Building is…
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Groundbreaking ceremony for the station at Congaree Pointe
September 9, 2025The City of Columbia, The Columbia Empowerment Zone (CEZ, Inc.), Richland County, Cooperative Health Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Station at Congaree Pointe. Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, Mayor Pro Tem Will Brennan, City Manager…
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Cohn Construction completes new pediatric dental office in Irmo
September 9, 2025
Construction is now complete on a new 3,900 SF pediatric dental office for Irmo Kids Dental. The new story-and-a-half building was thoughtfully designed to prioritize both the comfort and care…
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Bruner Powell Wall & Mullins, LLC celebrates all five partners in The Best Lawyers in America 2026
September 9, 2025
Bruner, Powell, Wall & Mullins, LLC announced that all five of its partners have been selected for inclusion in the prestigious 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This…
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Quackenbush Architects + Planners announces new associate architect, Hannah Cuttill
September 3, 2025
Quackenbush Architects + Planners announced and welcomed Hannah Cuttill to the Q+ team as a new associate architect. Cuttill, who grew up in Travelers Rest, South Carolina, has both a…
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Cohn Construction’s Carlie Allman named a 2025 Women of Influence By Columbia Regional Business Rport
September 3, 2025
Carlie Allman, Director of Preconstruction at Cohn Construction, has been named one of Columbia Regional Business Report’s 2025 Women of Influence. The annual award recognizes women across the Midlands who…
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Tommi Jones joins LCK as Vice President
August 29, 2025
LCK announced that Tommi Jones has joined the company’s leadership team as Vice President and will be located in the Columbia office. In this role, Jones will strengthen LCK’s platform…
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Mashburn Construction adds eight new hires across the state
August 28, 2025
Mashburn Construction is proud to announce the addition of eight new employees across the four offices. Brandon Wright joins as a Superintendent based in the Charleston office, bringing ten years…
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Bauknight Pietras & Stormer Managing Shareholder, Jay Swearingen, named among SC Biz News’ 2025 Most Influential Leaders Columbia
August 27, 2025
Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, a leading accounting and consulting firm in South Carolina, announced that Managing Shareholder Jay Swearingen has been recognized by SC Biz News as one of its…
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Quackenbush Architects + Planners announces new associate architect, Kathryn Risola
August 26, 2025
Quackenbush Architects + Planners announced and welcomed Kathryn “Kat” Risola to the Q+ team as a new associate architect. Risola, who grew up on Long Island, New York, has a…
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McCrory Construction promotes Nichole Kopenhaver to Senior Project Manager
August 25, 2025
McCrory Construction, South Carolina’s oldest general contractor, has promoted Nichole Kopenhaver, CIT, CBT, CIS, to Senior Project Manager. Kopenhaver has nearly 30 years of experience in the construction industry, the…
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Garvin Design Group, Hood Construction complete USC Garnet Station at Russell House
August 18, 2025
Garvin Design Group and Hood Construction joined University of South Carolina (USC) administrators, students, and staff to celebrate the grand opening of Garnet Station, the newest and largest dining destination…
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Melrose Market, a new concept from local restaurateur, announced for Melrose Heights retail center
August 15, 2025
Led by industry veteran Chad Elsey, the American brasserie is planned to open in 2026 Columbia’s hospitality scene is set to welcome a fresh concept with the announcement of Melrose…
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Associated Builders and Contractors of the Carolinas elevates two Directors, reintroduces key staff members
August 12, 2025Associated Builders and Contractors of the Carolinas (ABC Carolinas) has promoted Jonna Turner to Director of Membership, and Mandy Allison to Director of Business. As Director of Membership, Turner will…
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Hattie’s Crossing bringing 12 new homes to Cayce
August 5, 2025Construction is underway on all 12 homes at Hattie’s Crossing, an urban in-fill community on the site of the former Cayce Grammar School. Hattie’s Crossing is a project of Columbia…
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Garvin Design Group, HNTB, and Contract Construction complete Coastal Carolina University’s Indoor Practice Facility
August 4, 2025
Garvin Design Group, HNTB, and Contract Construction announced the completion of Coastal Carolina University’s new Indoor Practice Facility in Conway, South Carolina. This state-of-the-art, 93,000-square-foot facility marks a significant enhancement…
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Pyramid Contracting
July 31, 2025
Pyramid Contracting, LLC Built to Stand the Test of Time Pyramid Contracting is a South Carolina-based general contractor providing commercial, industrial, municipal, and federal construction services across the Southeast. Founded…
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City of Orangeburg celebrates milestone with ribbon cutting of new City Hall
July 30, 2025
Modern facility to enhance services and strengthen community engagement The City of Orangeburg announced the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for its new City Hall on Wednesday, August 6…
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Garvin Design Group, Hood Construction complete USC Idea Center at Gateway 737
July 22, 2025
On July 21, Garvin Design Group and Hood Construction joined members of the University of South Carolina community for a special grand opening event and tour of the recently completed…
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Associated Builders and Contractors of the Carolinas announces new leadership and expanded roles to strengthen regional impact
July 21, 2025
The Board of Directors for Associated Builders and Contractors of the Carolinas (ABC Carolinas) proudly announces several new appointments and expanded roles within its leadership team, reinforcing the organization’s mission…
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Hood Construction announces new hire and teammate promotion
July 9, 2025
Hood Construction announced two key leadership updates. Jim Ott has joined the team as Senior Project Manager, and Brandon Hein has been promoted to Project Manager, reinforcing the company’s commitment…
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Midlands Technical College finishes number two in the nation at SkillsUSA
July 7, 2025
Midlands Technical College’s (MTC’s) Building Construction Technology team won silver in the SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference, held June 23-27, 2025 in Atlanta, GA. The award marked the fourth…
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Cohn Construction breaks ground on a new 100,000 SF distribution center for FAYAT Group
July 3, 2025
RIDGEWAY, SC – Cohn Construction has broken ground on a new 100,000 SF distribution center for the FAYAT Group, located on a 30-acre site at 321 Blue Granite Parkway in…
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Quackenbush Architects’ Spencer Hutchinson graduates from Leadership Columbia
July 3, 2025
Spencer Hutchinson, AIA, an architect and principal at Quackenbush Architects + Planners, recently graduated from Leadership Columbia, a 10-month Columbia Chamber of Commerce program for emerging and existing leaders in…
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Hood Construction Vice President of Finance receives Women of Influence Award
July 2, 2025
Hood Construction Vice President of Finance, Janet Bearden, has received the Columbia Regional Business Report 2025 Columbia Women of Influence Award. The recipients of the Women of Influence Awards are,…
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Hill Construction breaks ground on SouthShore Marina on Lake Murray
June 18, 2025
Hill Construction has officially broken ground on a major expansion at SouthShore Marina. The project will include two 75-foot-tall, 7-story dry stack boat storage buildings, each capable of holding 175…
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Ritedose unveils state-of-the-art distribution and logistics facility at Ritedose Performance Park
June 18, 2025New facility expands Ritedose’s capabilities to handle well over 2 billion doses per year The Ritedose Corporation, a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer specializing in Blow-Fill-Seal (BFS) technology, today unveiled its new…
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