City of Cayce Announces Retirement of Longtime Municipal Clerk
February 18, 2026
After three decades of dedicated service, the City of Cayce announces the retirement of Cayce Municipal Clerk, Mendy Corder. Mendy started her journey with Cayce as the City’s receptionist in…
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Town of South Congaree swears in new Police Chief
February 18, 2026
The Town of South Congaree officially swore in Carl J. “C.J.” Quinlan as its new Chief of Police during a ceremony held during the February 17, 2026, Town council meeting.…
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Edisto Habitat for Humanity launches 100th home block with community celebration and volunteer day Feb. 21
February 17, 2026
ORANGEBURG, SC – Edisto Habitat for Humanity will break ground on its 100th home at 10 a.m. Feb. 21 during a public ribbon-cutting ceremony and volunteer day at 909 Fulton…
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State transportation projects focus of upcoming Lexington Chamber “Community Conversations” series
February 16, 2026
Join the Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center on Monday, February 23, 2026, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. for an essential update on the future of state infrastructure. The event will…
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Lexington Chamber announces LEXPO “Best of Show” honorees
February 16, 2026
The Lexington business community “Scored Big” this year as the Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center hosted its most vibrant LEXPO business trade show to date. On Thursday, February 12, the…
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Leadership Columbia Class of 2026 selects Cola Town Bike Collective for community impact project
February 10, 2026
The Leadership Columbia Class of 2026 (LC26), a flagship leadership development program of the Columbia Chamber of Commerce, has selected Cola Town Bike Collective (CTBC) as the nonprofit partner for…
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The Columbia Chamber introduces Midlands Business Accelerator cohort for 2026
February 3, 2026
The Columbia Chamber introduces yet another outstanding Midlands Business Accelerator cohort for 2026. This is our 5th cohort to date, and the eleven (11) dynamic CEOs (listed below) represent several…
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Non-Profit Storytelling Through Numbers: Chamber’s Non-Profit Council hosts financial management seminar
January 8, 2026
The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center’s Non-Profit Council is hosting an important financial management seminar designed to equip local nonprofit leaders with the knowledge to effectively develop and manage their…
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SCMC announces experienced senior staff of business community champions
January 6, 2026
South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) announced its senior staff. The group of key leaders has experience working with the business community to advance pro-growth, pro-jobs policies. They will be…
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Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce announces new 2026 Board Members
December 10, 2025
The Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce announced 3 new board members for 2026, featuring an outstanding slate of local leaders who bring energy, expertise, and a deep commitment to the…
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Community vibrancy soars in Lexington
November 5, 2025
Record 45+ Business Compete in the 4th Annual Scarecrow Stroll on Main Competition The Town of Lexington and the Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center celebrated the winners of the Fourth…
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SC Chamber President and CEO Mike Brenan announces retirement
November 3, 2025
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) announced today that President and CEO Mike Brenan has retired, effective October 30, 2025, following 16 months of leadership that guided the organization through a period of…
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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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Columbia Chamber announces 2025-2026 Board of Directors
October 28, 2025
Terrance Ford, AT&T, to Chair Columbia Chamber Board of Directors The Columbia Chamber announced the 2025-2026 Board of Directors with the addition of seven new members. Terrance Ford, AT&T, has…
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SC Chamber, SCMA announce merger during statehouse celebration
October 14, 2025
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) and the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announced, on October 14, 2025, the formation of a new advocacy organization, formally combining entities, resources and…
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South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announces 2025 award winners
October 7, 2025
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Business Leader of the Year award and the 2025 Public Servant of the Year award, which will be presented…
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Greenville Chamber’s “Dream Team” of the 1990s reunites to celebrate golden era of growth
October 3, 2025Twenty former leaders of the Greenville Chamber of Commerce came together last week at Endeavor Greenville for a Golden Era Reunion. The gathering honored the team whose vision and collaboration…
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Date set for Town of Lexington Candidate Forum
October 2, 2025
The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center, the Lexington County Chronicle, and the League of Women Voters are jointly hosting a candidate forum for the upcoming Town of Lexington council election.…
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Uncorked – Columbia Chamber 122nd Annual Gala – Oct 2
September 30, 2025
This year’s Chamber Uncorked Gala will take place at the South Carolina State Museum, setting the stage for a vibrant celebration of business, community, and connection. From curated culinary stations and…
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South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announces 2025 legislative award winners
September 16, 2025
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) announced the recipients of its annual Legislator of the Year awards for their work during the 2025 legislative session and their efforts to…
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Columbia Chamber honors Sharon Bryant at annual gala
September 16, 2025
Sharon Bryant, First Citizens Bank, named Columbia Chamber’s 2025 Ambassador of the Year. The Columbia Chamber will honor Sharon Bryant at Uncorked, the Chamber’s 122nd Annual Gala, Thursday, October 2, 2025.…
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SC Chamber to host Annual Workforce Development Symposium in partnership with SC Department of Employment and Workforce on September 17
September 16, 2025
Workforce recruitment, training, and retention of qualified employees are frequently identified as the top issues impacting South Carolina businesses. In partnership with the SC Department of Employment and Workforce, the Workforce…
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City of Columbia to host hiring fair
September 16, 2025
The City of Columbia Mayor’s Office and community partners will be hosting a career fair on Tuesday, October, 21, 2025. Job seekers (18+) are welcome to attend and connect with…
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SC Attorney General Alan Wilson to address Lexington Chamber at Business Over Breakfast
September 3, 2025
The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center will host its “Business Over Breakfast” on Tuesday, September 9, at 7:30 a.m. at Radius Church, located at 300 W. Main Street in Lexington.…
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Business development on tap at Lexington Chamber’s Executive Hustle September 16th
August 21, 2025
The Executive Hustle is one of the most popular and unique events hosted by the Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center, and the next gathering is set for Tuesday, September 16,…
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Non-profit board roles & responsibilities topic of Chamber seminar Sept. 19th
August 21, 2025
The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center’s Non-Profit Council is hosting a half-day seminar on the topic of board governance. The seminar will be on Monday, September 15, 2025, at the…
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SC Chamber launches statewide tour for Blueprint 2035 project in Aiken
August 6, 2025
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) officially kicked off its Blueprint 2035 Regional Tour last week in the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA), marking the first of several statewide stops aimed at…
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Columbia Chamber names local educators as Teacher of the Quarter
August 6, 2025
Winners announced at Chamber June and August Gather & Grow events The Columbia Chamber announced ReToisha Dallas (Logan Elementary) and Cody Jones (Jackson Creek Elementary) as the Educator Excellence Teacher of…
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USC College of Information and Communications to partner with Google and Columbia Chamber on AI workshops
August 4, 2025
The University of South Carolina College of Information and Communications, the Columbia Chamber of Commerce and Google will offer a free AI workshop for local businesses on August 26 at…
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Lexington welcomes Diamond Youth Baseball World Series
July 29, 2025
The crack of the bat and roar of the crowd are set to fill the air as Lexington proudly welcomes youth baseball champions from 11 states and 6 different divisions…
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New date for Dining On The Dam announced!
July 17, 2025
New Date Set for Popular Dining on the Dam – Featuring The Big Time Band The Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center reports that the highly anticipated Dining on the Dam…
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Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center launches “Community Conversations”
June 25, 2025
Presented by Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation The Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center is proud to announce the launch of its newest initiative, Community Conversations, a monthly series spotlighting a community leader…
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Columbia Chamber graduates 57 Midlands leaders
June 23, 2025
57 Participants in the Chamber’s Leadership Columbia Program Honored at Graduation Ceremony On Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at the Columbia Museum of Art, the Columbia Chamber and the Leadership Columbia…
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Columbia Chamber announces 2025 Cathy Novinger Trailblazer Award winner
June 4, 2025
Cheryl Holland Recognized for Outstanding Achievements During 7th Annual Power in Heels The Columbia Chamber announced the winner of the 2025 Cathy Novinger Trailblazer Award, presented by BlueCross BlueShield of…
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Laurens County BUZZ named Small Business of the Quarter
May 19, 2025
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce recently named the Laurens County Buzz as the 2025 Small Business of the First Quarter—an honor that shines a light not only on the work…
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Columbia Chamber names Brand Buzz as Small Business of the Year Award
May 14, 2025
Winner announced at May Gather & Grow event. The Columbia Chamber announced Brand Buzz as the Small Business of the Year Award winner. The Small Business of the Year Award, sponsored…
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Leadership Columbia set to unveil revamped Free Medical Clinic at May 5 re-launch event
April 24, 2025
The Columbia Chamber’s Leadership Columbia Class of 2025 (LC25), in partnership with The Free Medical Clinic, is delighted to announce a Grand Re-Launch Event to celebrate the completion of significant…
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Columbia Chamber names local educators as Teachers of the Quarter
April 23, 2025
Winners announced at Chamber April Gather & Grow event and Richland Two School Board Meeting. The Columbia Chamber announced Adrienne Gearheart (Blythewood Middle School) and Angel O’Neal (Lower Richland High School)…
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SC Chamber applauds Senate passage of S.244
March 27, 2025Following the Senate’s passage of S.244, South Carolina Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Mike Brenan released the following statement: “The South Carolina Senate just took a big step towards…
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SC Chamber celebrates State’s Agribusiness and Forestry Industries at annual spotlight event
March 27, 2025
Last Tuesday, March 18, 2025, the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) celebrated National Agriculture Day by hosting its annual Spotlight on Agriculture and Forestry event. The annual event was…
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SC Chamber responds to historic income tax proposal
March 25, 2025
In response to the historic tax reform proposal announced by Governor Henry McMaster and legislative leadership, South Carolina Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Mike Brenan released the following statement:…
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SC Chamber celebrates Women in Leadership through awards, panel discussions and special keynote at 4th Annual Women’s Leadership Symposium
March 25, 2025
Last Thursday, March 13, 2025, the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) celebrated Women’s History Month by hosting its 4th Annual Women’s Leadership Symposium in Columbia, South Carolina. The Symposium, presented…
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Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center
March 25, 2025
An accredited Chamber, the Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center has been creating a community that grows business for more than 65 years. Through advocacy, education, and services for its 700+…
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SC Chamber to host Spotlight on Agriculture and Forestry event
March 17, 2025
South Carolina’s agribusiness, agriculture, and forestry industries are vital to our state’s economy, with a diverse range of companies from family farms and livestock producers to large food manufacturers. In…
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Dining on The Dam 2025 presented by Palmetto Renovations
March 14, 2025
DINING ON THE DAM – A DAM GOOD TIME! Get ready for an unparalleled evening of celebration as the highly anticipated Dining on the Dam returns, bringing together the best…
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SC Chamber to host 4th Annual Women’s Leadership Symposium
March 12, 2025
Please join the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce for our Fourth Annual Women’s Leadership Symposium, on Thursday, March 13, 2025 at the Columbia Convention Center. The annual Women’s Leadership Symposium celebrates…
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Greater Irmo Chamber honors local leaders at Annual Gala and Awards Night
March 4, 2025
On Friday, February 28, 2024, the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce honored outstanding Chamber partners at the 2025 Irmo Chamber Awards Night and Gala, presented by Steve Padgett’s Honda of…
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“From Overwhelmed to Optimized: Unleashing Agentic AI for Small Business Growth”
February 18, 2025
The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center’s Small Business Council is hosting an educational seminar on February 20, 2025. The Chamber’s Small Business Council regularly hosts seminars for business owners and…
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SC Chamber announces A’ja Wilson as the Keynote Speaker for the 4th Annual Women’s Leadership Symposium
February 11, 2025
This week, the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce revealed A’ja Wilson as the highly anticipated Keynote Speaker for the 4th Annual Women’s Leadership Symposium. The annual Women’s Leadership Symposium celebrates the contributions of women…
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SC Chamber responds to Governor McMaster’s 2025 State of the State Address
January 30, 2025
In response to Governor Henry McMaster’s 2025 State of the State address, South Carolina Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Mike Brenan released the following statement: “Tonight, Governor McMaster reminded…
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