Palmetto Citizens Foundation opens applications for inaugural $100,000 Fuel the Change campaign
October 7, 2026
Applications open today, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026, at 9 a.m. and close Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, at 5 p.m. The Palmetto Citizens Foundation is now accepting applications from nonprofit organizations…
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Terrance Ford named to First Community board of directors
October 6, 2026
First Community Corporation, headquartered in Lexington, South Carolina, and the holding company of First Community Bank, announced that Terrance Ford has been named to its board of directors. “We are…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union announces new presence in Downtown Sumter, SC
October 5, 2026
SAFE Federal Credit Union announced the official signing of a commercial lease that will establish a new branch location in the heart of Sumter. The new branch, located at 40…
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South Carolina invests $10 million in new teacher recruitment and retention programs
October 5, 2026
The programs administered by S.C. Student Loan Corp will help teachers get better loan repayment terms South Carolina teachers have a new opportunity to refinance their student loans at a…
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Wallick Investments welcomes Alison Levitt as Compliance Analyst
September 23, 2026
Wallick Investments, LLC, announced that Mrs. Alison Levitt has joined the firm as a compliance analyst. Alison brings extensive experience in education and corporate management and her primary responsibilities will…
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SAFE Federal Credit Union acquires 26,000 square foot campus for expansion
September 20, 2026
SAFE Federal Credit Union announced the purchase of a 26,000-square-foot satellite campus in Columbia, South Carolina. The purchase is a major milestone in the credit union’s growth strategy and commitment…
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G3 Wealth Advisors announces that Drew Stevens has again been recognized on the 2026 Forbes | SHOOK “Best-in-State” lists
August 26, 2026
G3 Wealth Advisors announced that Drew Stevens has again been recognized on the 2026 Forbes | SHOOK “Best-in-State” lists. Specifically, the “Next-Generation Wealth Advisors” list, the “Best-in-State Financial Security Professionals”…
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South Carolina Bankers Association supports launch of industry-owned blockchain network
August 25, 2026
Banks of all sizes to be able to safely offer modern payments services, preserving local lending in communities across the country Today, 38 state bankers associations announced the formation of…
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Ellison Kibler advisors named to Forbes | Shook “Best-in-State Next-Gen Wealth Advisors” 2026 list
August 20, 2026
Ellison Kibler announced that two of its advisors have been recognized on the 2026 Forbes | SHOOK “Best-in-State Next-Generation Wealth Advisors” list, published on August 11, 2026, and based on…
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Emily Tarney receives Certified Private Wealth Advisor® designation
August 10, 2026
Morgan Stanley announced that Emily Tarney, a Financial Advisor for The McFadden Group at Morgan Stanley’s Wealth Management office in Columbia, recently earned the Certified Private Wealth Advisor® designation. The…
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South Carolina’s Tax-Free Weekend: How Families Can Maximize Discounts & Deals for Back-to-School Shopping
August 8, 2026
By Christine Williams President, Bank of America Myrtle Beach For many families, back-to-school shopping comes at a moment when budgets are already stretched. Fortunately, a few upcoming savings opportunities can…
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Ameris Bank strengthens South Carolina leadership with market presidents in Midlands, Charleston and Greenville
August 6, 2026
Ameris Bank is strengthening its leadership in South Carolina with the appointment of market presidents in the Midlands, Charleston and Greenville, three important growth areas across the state. Marvin Robinson…
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Palmetto Citizens officially opens first Georgia branches
August 3, 2026
Four East Georgia Branches Officially Transition to Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union After Successful Acquisition Aug. 3 marks the first official day of service as four former Southern Bank locations…
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Optus Financial Corporation and M&F Bancorp, Inc. announce partnership to create the nation’s premier African American bank
July 28, 2026
Columbia-based Optus Financial Corporation has announced a definitive agreement to merge with M&F Bancorp, Inc., the holding company for M&F Bank in Durham, North Carolina, in a transaction that will…
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United Way of the Midlands receives $100,000 grant from First Citizens Bank
July 23, 2026
First Citizens Bank awarded United Way of the Midlands $100,000 to increase multi-generational economic stability and mobility through its Young Men United initiative and Whole Family Strategy. This latest grant…
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First Community Corporation announces leadership transition
July 22, 2026First Community Corporation (Nasdaq: FCCO), the holding company for First Community Bank, announced planned changes to the bank’s executive leadership team and discussed the results of operations and the company’s activities…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation welcomes six additional leaders to Board of Trustees
July 22, 2026
Central Carolina Community Foundation welcomes six new members to its Board of Trustees for Fiscal Year 2027. Representing education, business, healthcare, finance, and philanthropy, these respected community leaders will help…
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Sixty-nine bankers graduate after intensive three-year program at South Carolina Bankers School
July 20, 2026Sixty-Nine Bankers Graduate After Intensive Three-Year Program The South Carolina Bankers School (SCBS), hosted by the South Carolina Bankers Association, would like to recognize the graduates of the Class of…
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Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union expands beyond state lines for the first time in its 90-year history
July 17, 2026
Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union will begin serving customers at four East Georgia branches in Waynesboro, Sardis, Gibson and Hephzibah on Monday, Aug. 3, following the anticipated Aug. 1 closing…
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Cohn Construction’s Chief Financial Officer David A. McKinley, CPA named a 2026 Honoree in Leaders in Business & Finance
July 10, 2026
David A. McKinley, CPA, Chief Financial Officer of Cohn Construction, has been named a 2026 Leader in Business & Finance honoree by SCBIZ. The award recognizes financial professionals for leadership,…
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Austin McVay named 2026–27 Chairman of the Board for the Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center
July 8, 2026
The Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center announced that Austin McVay, Commercial Relationship Manager with United Community Bank, has been named the Chamber’s 2026–2027 Chairman of the Board. McVay succeeds Trey…
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Small elected South Carolina Bankers Association Chairman
July 8, 2026
Samuel R. Small, Jr., Chairman, President and CEO, First Palmetto Bank in Columbia, has been elected Chairman of the South Carolina Bankers Association (SCBA). He was elected by a vote…
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South Carolina Bankers Association honors Othniel W. Laffitte with the 2026 Outstanding Young Banker Award
June 22, 2026
The South Carolina Bankers Association (SCBA) announced Othniel W. Laffitte as the recipient of the 2026 Outstanding Young Banker Award. Othniel, who serves as the Senior Vice President and Market…
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Neil Jones named Chief Financial & Operating Officer of Colliers | South Carolina
June 18, 2026
Charleston/Columbia/Greenville/Spartanburg, SC – Colliers | South Carolina announced the promotion of M. Neil Jones, CPA, CITP, to Chief Financial & Operating Officer. A member of the firm’s leadership team since…
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Morgan Stanley celebrates the retirement of Ben Rast
June 17, 2026
Morgan Stanley today announced the retirement of Wealth Advisor Ben Rast, CFP®, CIMA®, CPWA®, marking the culmination of a distinguished career defined by client dedication, community involvement, and leadership. In…
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Security Federal Bank promotes Tony Ateca to Chief Operating Officer
June 15, 2026
Security Federal Bank announced the promotion of Tony Ateca to Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective July 10, 2026. The promotion reflects Security Federal Bank’s continued commitment to long-term growth, innovation,…
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Security Federal Corporation announces retirement and appointment of chief executive officer, chief financial officer, and appointment of new directors
June 8, 2026
Security Federal Corporation, the holding company for Security Federal Bank, announced that J. Chris Verenes and Darrell R. Rains will retire as Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, respectively,…
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AgFirst appoints Kellie Bickenbach Chief Risk Officer
June 2, 2026
AgFirst Farm Credit Bank announced that Kellie Bickenbach has been named Chief Risk Officer, effective June 1. Bickenbach brings extensive experience in enterprise risk management and a proven record of…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis celebrates National 529 Day with $529 grants for newborns
May 28, 2026
South Carolina’s tiniest residents could score a big head start on their future thanks to the return of the PalmettoBaby Grant Program. State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced today that every…
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SCRA announces funding for rural health innovation
May 28, 2026
The South Carolina Research Authority announced funding available to technology startups focused on improving rural health access. The program, Tech Catalyst Fund, is one of five initiatives within South Carolina’s Rural Health Transformation…
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Palmetto Citizens names Tammi Strong as 2026 Youth Financial Educator of the Year
May 21, 2026
Honor presented to Airport High School teacher for her exemplary commitment to financial education The Palmetto Citizens Foundation, a charitable giving organization committed to giving back to local communities, has…
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Ellison Kibler ranked #18 nationwide on the Barron’s “Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams” 2026 list
May 18, 2026
Ellison Kibler announced that the firm has been ranked #18 in the nation on the Barron’s “Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams” 2026 list, published on May 8, 2026. Rankings…
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Palmetto Citizens’ new headquarters marks transformational investment in downtown Columbia
May 14, 2026On Thursday, May 14, community leaders and media members got a sneak peek inside the progress of the credit union’s new headquarters project at the corner of Sumter and…
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SCRA announces new grant funding and member companies
May 12, 2026
Tada AI, CAMA Security, Pathly, and Vet Media Group received new grant funding from the South Carolina Research Authority. Baysys Solutions and Digital Site Box were accepted as SCRA member companies. SCRA…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Margaret Ellen Pender, John Moorman, Anchor Investment Management
May 11, 2026
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group of…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis honors 23 graduates of SC Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program
May 1, 2026
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognized the most recent graduates of the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program, an innovative multi-year program designed to increase the number of teachers incorporating…
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SC Housing’s Palmetto Heroes program closes for ’26, registering 272 home loans
April 28, 2026
SC Housing’s highly anticipated 2026 Palmetto Heroes homebuyer program officially closed earlier this month after another record-breaking campaign. The 2026 edition of the program began March 16 and closed April…
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First Citizens appoints new Executive Vice President for its South Region
April 21, 2026
Career banker, Holt Chetwood from Columbia, takes on expanded leadership role First Citizens Bank, a top 20 U.S. super regional, has named Holt Chetwood as Regional Executive Vice President in an…
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Palmetto Citizens Foundation launches Teacher Grant Program to support local classrooms
April 20, 2026
Nearly 90 years after being founded by teachers, Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union is giving back to the classroom in a meaningful new way. The Palmetto Citizens Foundation, which was…
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Ellison Kibler advisors named to the Forbes America’s Top Wealth Advisors, Best-in-State Wealth Advisors 2026 lists
April 15, 2026Several Ellison Kibler financial advisors were recognized on the Forbes “America’s Top Wealth Advisors” 2026 list (Published on April 7, 2026. Rankings based on data as of June 30, 2025.)*…
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Ronnie Dennis, Ellison Kibler named #2 in SC on 2026 Barron’s Top 1,500 Financial Advisors list
April 2, 2026
Ronnie Dennis ranked #2 in South Carolina on the Barron’s “Top 1,500 Financial Advisors” 2026 list. Published on March 20, 2026. Rankings based on data as of September 30, 2025.*…
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Rick Migliore, Ellison Kibler named #1 in SC on 2026 Barron’s Top 1,500 Financial Advisors List
March 30, 2026
Rick Migliore ranked #1 in South Carolina on the Barron’s “Top 1,500 Financial Advisors” 2026 list. (Published on March 20, 2026. Rankings based on data as of September 30, 2025.)…
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Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union celebrates new branch in Whitmire, S.C.
March 30, 2026
Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union, one of South Carolina’s longest-standing and most trusted financial institutions, celebrated the opening of its new branch in Whitmire, South Carolina, with a ribbon cutting…
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AgFirst appoints Corey MacGillivray as Chief Financial Officer
March 27, 2026
Corey MacGillivray has been named Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of AgFirst Farm Credit Bank, effective April 6. MacGillivray brings deep experience across corporate governance, disclosure controls, and capital markets, with…
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Altum Faithful Investing awards Gold Certification to Wallick Investments’ WI Fidelis Multi-Cap Multi-Factor Index (Fidelis 100)
March 26, 2026
Altum Faithful Investing and Wallick Investments announce that the Wallick Investments’ Fidelis 100 Index has been awarded Gold certification under the Altum Certified program, confirming that the index is fully…
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Local elected officials across South Carolina urge lawmakers to advance public deposits legislation
March 12, 2026
County and Municipal Leaders Statewide Call for Expanded Local Choice in Managing Community-Funded Deposits The Palmetto Public Deposits Coalition (PPDC) today announced that a growing coalition of local elected officials…
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Carolinas Credit Union League promotes Billy Boylston to Chief Advocacy Officer
February 25, 2026
The Carolinas Credit Union League (CCUL) has promoted Billy Boylston to Chief Advocacy Officer, recognizing his more than a decade of leadership advancing the League’s state and federal advocacy priorities…
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QuickBooks Online: How to Set Up Your Books the Right Way From Day One
February 23, 2026
The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities is hosting QuickBooks Online: How to Set Up Your Books the Right Way From Day One on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, beginning at 10:00…
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Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union announces the appointments of three key leadership roles
February 23, 2026
Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union announced the appointments of three key leadership roles: Michael Beam as special advisor to the CEO, Elizabeth Bunn as chief financial officer and Matt Gaskin…
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SC Launch Inc. invests in human-centered AI startup QWERKY AI
February 17, 2026
SC Launch Inc., the investment affiliate of the South Carolina Research Authority, has announced a $400,000 investment in QWERKY AI. The Columbia-based startup addresses the crisis of soaring computational costs,…
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